Roosevelt backs Poindexter in Washington senate race
Washington and Oyster Bay reports swirl around Theodore Roosevelt supporting Representative Miles Poindexter for the U.S. Senate seat from Washington, opposing Secretary Ballinger and Senator Piles. Roosevelt’s stance, tied to the Ballinger-Pinchot clash, is seen as a decisive political signal amid denials and clarifications from Cannon and Wilson.
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Beverly
Weather Summary For Tonight And Thursday
Generally fair weather continues with cooler temperatures tonight. 7 a.m. reading is 76 degrees. last 24 hours max 86, min 72. wind near calm. no precipitation. Mississippi level to fall slowly from Dubuque to Muscatine. astronomical events near noon tomorrow include new moon with sun in Gemini and moon Neptune conjunction.
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Aviator Falls 100 Feet in Wright Biplane Crash
Pittsburg Kan July 6 Arch Hoxsey in a Wright biplane dove nearly straight down from about 100 feet after his engine failed. The machine was wrecked but Hoxsey crawled clear from tangled planes and wires unhurt. He had been at 59 feet when the motor stopped and a stay broke causing the nose to drop.
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Brazil orders super dreadnought from Armstrong
London dispatch reports Brazil has ordered a 32000 ton battleship from Armstrong with armament including twelve 14 inch guns, twenty 6 inch guns and six 4 inch guns.
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Brazil
Armstrong Company
Taft Enjoying Himself Not a Business Engagement Booked
Beverly July 6 Taft begins his vacation period with no official engagements until July 16. The only callers to July 16 will be social friends of the family. Roosevelt leaves for New York in his automobile with Kermit. Anna Ewing Cockrell daughter of Francis M. Cockrell and Lambrosa Coromilas Greek minister wed today.
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Republican State Convention Commends Taft for Roosevelt Loyalty
The Republican state convention adopted a platform commending Taft for loyalty to Roosevelt policies. It endorses his administration for enacting substantial reform measures and condemns Cannon and Aldrich policies.
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Ghent Treaty Anniversary to Be Observed
New York July 6 announcement of a world wide 1914 celebration to mark the 100th anniversary of Ghent peace with a committee headed by Andrew Carnegie, to organize preparations. The Ghent Treaty was signed December 24, 1814 and invitations will be issued jointly by the United States and Great Britain for a global commemorative event.
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Andrew Carnegie
Ghent
United States
Great Britain
Stock market declines then partial recovery at open
New York on July 6 reports a price crash at market open amid weak demand and abundant offerings. Analysts view speculation unfavorably as prices fell but rebounded to above last night’s levels before the session half expired.
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New York
Weaver braves flames to avert refinery disaster
Pittsburg July 6 firemen fought a blaze at the Atlantic refining plant of Standard Oil as superintendent A Weaver dashed through flame and smoke to reach a threatened explosion. His daring actions aided by water streams helped avert a disaster and protect workers and plant.
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Atlantic Refining
Standard Oil Company
Price Cut the Output to Raise Price Across Paper Shortage
Saratoga NY July 6 representatives of the Associated Dailies of New York state met to discuss rising print paper prices and tight supply. John Norris of the American Newspaper Publishers Association cited a gentleman's agreement driving up annual costs estimated at $60 million and noted producers will not sell F.O.B. with other industries facing such restrictions.
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New York State
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American Newspaper Publishers’ Association
Severe wind sweeps northern regions causing damage
A severe wind and electrical storm hit St. Paul Minnesota and nearby eastern Minnesota and eastern South Dakota last night. The episode damaged wires and unsettled residents with reports of possible loss of life and extensive destruction.
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Fire stops spread at benzine still amid huge fuel risk
Early today a fire at a benzine still threatened 30 000 barrels of petroleum nearby but was contained when the valve was shut. Two thousand residents were awakened and cheered the superintendent as he escaped the flames. The blaze, similar to a Sheridan incident years ago, prevented by swift action with losses limited to the still. In Chicago, 60 000 dollars damage struck the American Insulated Wire and Cable plant as fourteen firemen and policemen were trapped in a courtyard before rescue.
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American Insulated Wire & Cable Company
Auto plunges from bridge killing Dot Miller in Texas
Auto fell 150 feet from a San Antonio bridge into a creek early today killing Dot Miller and badly injuring Doro thy Miller and Nettie Lehart. Four others suffered lesser injuries as the car turned upside down and Dot Miller lay buried under the wreck until rescued with an ax.
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Texas
Dot Miller
Dorothy Miller
Nettie Lehart
Religious Debates Rage Over Church Authority in Spain
In Madrid July 6 religious debates rage in both houses of parliament. The bishop of Madrid leads the senate attack claiming church laws are national laws since Catholicism is state religion. Premier Canarias counters that state sovereignty must be protected from church intrusion. Also reported John D Rockefeller and Mrs Rockefeller arrived in Cleveland to spend the summer at Forest Hill estate, which has been readied for weeks.
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Madrid
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Canarias
Print paper supply fears and midwestern storm damage
The article notes mills restricting output to boost prices, risking national shortages with eight days of supply left for newspapers. A violent weather system tracks from Benson and Madison through the upper Midwest, sparking tornado fears and extensive damage. In Watertown a circus tent collapsed killing one worker and injuring many as flames spread from lamps amid flying debris and a panicked crowd. Heavy rain continues in Sioux City, Iowa.
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Woman Drowns in Rain Barrel Near Cincinnati
Mrs Henry Hodges, who had been ill overnight, disappeared from her east side home. Her body was found by her son this morning with her head submerged in two feet of water in a rain barrel.
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KINCADE KILLED IN AUTO SPEEDWAY
Indianapolis July 6 Thomas Kincade noted automobile driver was killed during a trial run at the speedway when his car ran off an embankment and he became trapped beneath the wreck.
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Thomas Kincade
Speedway
Grand Republic Fire Near Disaster Off Rockaway Beach
The Grand Republic, a triple decked steamboat returning from Rockaway with about 300 excursionists, caught fire in the lower bay. Passengers landed safely at the Crescent Athletic club dock as tugboats aided the vessel. No lives believed lost though smoke poured from the ship and Cygnus aided in the efforts.
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American Eleven Triumphs Over Orange Team at Sydney
In Sydney, N S W on July 6 the all American college team from western universities defeated the Orange team by 11 to something.
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Sydney
Dream Ruined by Heavy Rain Aids Local Crops
A heavy overnight rain shattered a dream for some residents but promises benefit for area crops as fields receive much needed moisture. Local observers note the weather's positive impact on soil and upcoming harvest prospects.
Bryan Declares Divorce of Democratic Party From Liquor Interests
William Jennings Bryan announces in Lincoln that he will act as a free lance in the coming Nebraska campaign, urging county option as the central issue and asserting the Democratic Party must separate from liquor interests. He criticizes Governor Shallenberger for not calling an extra session to refer the matter to voters and warns of potential disaster if the governor is right.
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Lincoln, Neb
William Jennings Bryan
Nebraska
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Shallenberger
Cook records found on Mt McKinley claim by P J Carrigan
Colorado Springs man P J Carrigan an able seaman and placer miner says he discovered a copper tube and records left by Dr. Cook to prove first ascent of Mt McKinley. John R Bradley, Cook’s former backer, finds the story plausible enough for careful investigation.
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Mt. McKinley
Colo
P. J. Carrigan
Cook
Carrigan
John R. Bradley
Salmon Started 1690 Mile Submarine Endurance Trip
Submarine Salmon began a 1690 mile voyage from Quincy Massachusetts to Hamilton Bermuda and back to stimulate interest in submarine construction among South American governments. The trip starts today and highlights long endurance testing as a key objective.
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Quincy
Mass
Bermuda
Washington
Hamilton
Funeral Service Held for Chief Justice Fuller
In Sorrenton Maine the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer hosted the first funeral for Chief Justice Fuller attended by relatives and national figures. The body will be moved to Chicago for a second service on Friday.
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Maine
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Fuller
Chicago
Browne Juror Influence True Bill in Dolenera Case
Chicago July 6 Browne retrial delayed to July 18 after a conference between State's Attorney Wayman and Browne's counsel. An indictment was voted charging grocer John A Moloy with attempting to corrupt juror Oscar T Morford by offering a reward if Browne were acquitted Morford voted to convict Browne and Moloy denies the accusation, saying Morford was on his books for years and he helped him when down and out.
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Chicago
Lee O'Neil Browne
McSurely
Wayman
W. 8. Forrest
Browne
John A. Moloy
Oscar T. Morford
Maley
Morford
Pictures of Fight Held a Menace Across Cities
Cape Town and several U S cities debate banning Jeffries Johnson fight pictures amid racial tension. Prohibition urged in Cape Town Louisville Maine Milwaukee and Savannah others bar or restrict screenings. Officials from Boston to New York express varied stances. Continued on Page Three.
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South Africa
Jeffries-Johnson
U S and Mexico Seek Peace in Nicaragua Tensions Ease After Cordial Talks
Washington reports an earnest bid to end Nicaraguan troubles swiftly. An important exchange of views between the United States and Mexico is described as cordial and underpinned by close friendship.
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United States
Mexico
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