Important News Notes Of A Week
A roundup of political and world events notes Speaker Champ Clark declared his candidacy for the Democratic presidential nomination appealing to loyal Missouri Democrats. President Taft embarks on a five day tour to major cities. Knox was reportedly offered a Supreme Court seat before other candidates. In forestry, insects cause more damage than fires per a U.S. study. Vouchers totaling 20000 for the Lake Champlain celebration of 1909 were presented. A mix of crime, aviation, and industry reports follow including Chockley’s murder arrest, a vaudeville infant murder case, a Passaic death from burglary fright, and parole signing for Franks Glazier. A collision damaged ships in Honolulu harbor. Aileen and Alma Martin rewarded for preventing a wreck near Alta, California. Colorado inspection reveals propeller damage, delaying maneuvers. A proposed 5 million steel plant near Port Arthur, Ontario, on Bare Point.
Political shift as Hall wins Louisiana governor race
Domestic Luther EB Hall becomes governor after John T Michel withdraws from the second primary. Hall led the Good Government league forces. In Illinois a drowning disaster near Cairo leaves twelve missing. A fire at Curtis Hale's home in Claytonia causes deaths and injuries. President Watt criticizes reform nostrums in a speech to the Ohio society.
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Revolt and unrest ripple across Latin America and Europe
A violent riot in Quito’s penitentiary led to the lynching of revolutionaries Gens. Hloy Alfaro Flavio Alfaro Medardo Alfaro Viplano Paez and Manuel Serrano. In Guayaquil General Pedro Montero was beheaded and burned after a court martial. Solingen town council snubs Emperor William birthday amid Socialist strength. Argentina Paraguay sever relations. Argentine envoy resigns. Churchill vows to speak in Belfast as home rule tensions rise.
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Medardo Alfaro
Viplano Paez
Manuel Serrano
Pedro Montero
Guayaquil
Ecuador
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Rhenish
Prussia
Duke Duchess of Connaught and Princess Patricia Leave New York
The Duke and Duchess of Connaught and Princess Patricia depart New York for Ottawa amid warm social and official receptions in America. Their arrival and departure show broad cordiality and delight among hosts and public figures during their visit.
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Darrow Indicted in McNamara Case Bribery Plot
Grand jury returns true bills charging Clarence Darrow with bribery and attempted corruption of juror Robert Bain in the James B. McNamara case. Darrow surrendered with bonds ready, bail set at 10000 on each count, and was released after arrest formalities. Cyrus S. McNutt and Charles S. Young acted as bondsmen.
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United States
Steel Bill Passes House Cuts Iron and Steel Tariffs
The House approved the Underwood bill 219 to 109 to revise downward the iron and steel schedules of the Payne Aldrich tariff law. It cuts duties from 30 to 50 percent with 17 Republicans joining Democrats. Rucker of Colorado was the sole Democrat voting no.
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Colorado
Roosevelt Says He Is Not a Candidate for President
Theodore Roosevelt states in letters and interviews he will not seek the nomination and would not accept it if urged by a public majority. He adds he will not tie his hands with a firm refusal that would hinder him from serving the public if the people demand him for a great task.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Woman killed in riot during Lawrence mass strike
A woman was shot dead and police reportedly fatally stabbed a man as rioters disrupted the woolen mill strike. Strikers dragged from streetcars attacked, trolley lines blocked, and several cars wrecked. Governor Foss sent 12 infantry companies and two cavalry troops to reinforce the five infantry companies already on duty.
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Duke of Fife Dies of Pleurisy
The Duke of Fife, brother-in-law of King George, died here from pleurisy shortly after illness began. His passing ends a long royal chapter and prompts tributes from the British royal circle.
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Grace and Maud Debate Marriage Readiness in Dialogue
In a brisk exchange Grace explains she refused to marry Jack who claims he cannot wed for a year. Maud counters with a different suitor who can marry at any time, revealing differing expectations about matrimony.
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Swamp Wealth Prompts New Russian Agricultural School
The Russian agriculture ministry has founded a swamp cultivation school at Riga Polytechnicum. The North Pechora expedition documented riches in northern swamps and showed the Archangel province swamps can yield food and shelter for millions with low costs.
Elephanta Temples Visit Highlights Ancient Rock Hewn Sanctuaries
The Elephanta rock hewn temples in Bombay harbor visited by the king and queen include six structures with four nearing completion. Dating to the 8th century or later the Great Cave rises 250 feet above high tide and houses a 130 foot long Siva temple. The main hall forms a 90 by 90 foot square, open on three sides and supported by six rows of stone columns.
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India
Vest-pocket telephones arrive in German cities
German cities test vest-pocket telephones with wall units on four walls per town. Pedestrians can connect their pocket instrument to a wall station, call the exchange, and converse with their party, enabling quick plans to invite a friend for dinner.
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Important to Wiothers Examine carefully every bottle of CASTORIA
The notice urges caregivers to inspect each Castoria bottle for safety and proper use, emphasizing it as a trusted remedy for infants and children. It warns against improper administration and stresses checking the label for directions and ingredients.
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Miss Charmynge and Hustler Quip In Stray Stories
Dialogue from Stray Stories features Miss Charmynge debating a business role with Jack Hustler. The exchange questions who is suited to business life, highlighting gendered career expectations in a witty banter.
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Jack Hustler
Breakfast cereal claim and quips advertisement mix
A vintage ad fragment lists CREAM OF RYE as a health breakfast option promising energy and lower living costs with a free silver spoon. It also markets Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething with gums relief and wind colic at 25 cents and ends with a wry remark about marriage separating a bachelor from illusions.
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