Smith Move Clouds Democratic Nomination Picture
Smith signals readiness to oppose Roosevelt and enter selected states as a favorite son, shifting momentum to Garner and Ritchie while raising a potential deadlock at the convention. The plan could tilt New York and other key delegations, with Southern lawmakers wary of reviving 1928 bitterness.
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John W., Garner
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League of Nations
Adlerika remedy touted by German doctor Sommerz Weasners
An advertisement promotes Adlerika as a bowel and stomach cleanse claiming dramatic benefits from a two meals day plan and water with glycerin and bark compounds. The copy claims quick startling detox effects and reassures no harmful drugs, urging immediate purchase.
Blue Star Ointment for Skin Itch and Infections
The advertisement promotes Blue Star Ointment to treat itch Germs, ringworm, foot itch, eczema and other skin troubles. It claims the ointment melts at body heat to deliver tested medicines that kill resistant germs and heal inflamed skin, with a money-back offer if it fails.
Smith More Seen as Roosevelt Thrust
New York on February 4 1926 reports that Smith signaled possible presidential candidacy again saying he would lead if the Democratic convention asks him. He avoided a pre convention campaign while asserting he is the party leader since 1928 and declined to discuss party issues or specific candidates. Roosevelt and Ritchie offered no comment as Smith’s stance drew wide editorial reaction and Republican optimism about intra party division.
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House
Ritchie
Maryland
Delaware
Ilnois
Pennsylvania
New York
Illinois
Roosevelt
Smith
Empire State
Tammany
Washington
Cam Palen
Franklin DO. Roosevelt
Atl
Chicago
Cales
Two U.S. Destroyers Ordered Up River in China
Two American destroyers have been ordered up the Yanete river from Shanehai. One will augment forces at Nanking, the other will be stationed at Chingkiang.
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Washington
D.C
Shanehai
Yanete River
Nanking
Chingkiang
Nine Miners Die In Trabla Mine Gas Explosion
Nine miners were killed and seven seriously burned in a gas explosion at the Trabla mine near Caltaniseita. The victims were working about 90 feet underground when the blast occurred.
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Caltaniseita
Trabla
Shipyard payroll hits record 5680 in Newport News
NEWPORT NEWS Va Feb 8 Exactly 5680 persons will be on the shipyard payrolls here today a high record since 1929 officials said today.
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Newport News
Smith Entry Seen As Strengthening Garner
Dallas report cites Jed G. Adams Democratic national committee member saying Alfred E. Smith's stance strengthens Speaker John N. Garner of Texas for the presidential nomination. Adams notes Smith's position boosts Garner while Roosevelt's chances wane. Garner's national appeal appears to rise with Texas sentiment growing and broader interest in his candidacy.
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Dallas
Jed G. Adams
Tesks
Alfred EB. Smith
John N. Garner
Texas
Adams
Smith
Roosevelt
Garner
Blizzard Devastates Chinese Refugees Along Yangtze
Blizzard sweeping east from Hankow leaves hundreds of thousands of Chinese refugees in the middle Yangtze valley without shelter and scant clothing. The harsh weather, with little protection, worsens their already dire plight as aid channels struggle to reach them.
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Ont
Yangtze Valley
Hankow
Voorhis Honored at Funeral in Greenwich Church
New York officials civic leaders and society members gathered at Greenwich Presbyterian Church to pay final tribute to John R Voorhis the first great grand sachem since George Washington who died recently aged 102. The service followed a long public career as a veteran leader.
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Tammany
John R. Voorhis
New York
Jon R. Voorhis
George Washington
Greenwich Presbyterian Church
Creomulsion Ad Claims Quick Germ Fight
An advertising notice promotes Creomulsion as a fast-acting germ fighter with science-backed relief for coughs. It emphasizes potency and pleasant taste while promising refunds if symptoms persist. The pitch targets druglists and urges readers to try Creomulsion.
Noisy brakes softened by engineered noise reduction
The text describes a brake system where tread center wear is minimized to maintain grip and reduce slip under braking. It notes that the noise has been engineered away, eliminating hum or rumble, while preserving power and performance.
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