The Colonel's Party and Roosevelt's Path to Victory
A skeptical view of Theodore Roosevelt's planned party, arguing that national leaders were absent at a Chicago meeting and predicting collapse. It notes Hadley Deneen and Flinn's positions, cites lack of a unifying platform, and claims voters favor winners, not losers, ending with doubt about Roosevelt's viability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Roosevelt
Chicago
Republican Party
James R. Garfield
Gifford Pinchot
Medill McCormick
Hiram Johnson
Roosevelt
Hadley
Missouri
Charles S. Deneen
Taft
William Flinn
Pittsburg
Colonel Roosevelt
Third Party Dynamics Mentioned In Debates
The passage discusses bolting factions and third party movements in U S politics. It notes free silver Republicans and gold Democrats as examples and warns the Mugwumps from the Blaine campaign have become a reproach. It suggests Roosevelt party support may not dominate the fall campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Liquor plank tests Democratic unity amid Bryan rumors
Apprehension grows in Democratic ranks over a potential liquor plank at the platform. Allegations claim Charles W. Bryan, brother of William J. Bryan, would push prohibition despite denial. The issue threatens unity and could derail the party before the 1908 convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles W. Bryan
William J. Bryan
Norman E. Mack
New York
Democratic
Chicago
Bryan
Baltimore
White House
Tafts Troubles as Progressives Block Re Election
The piece argues Taft faces tough hurdles from his own party as progressives idolize T. R. Congress may stay in session through summer, hindering campaigning. Tariff battles and veto risks threaten re election prospects with scant government funding possible by June 30. Adjournment plans limit major action until after July 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Howard Taft
United States
T. R
Congress
Taft
Washington
Senate
House
Deaf mute telephone promises rapid silent communication system
A Popular Mechanics item describes a deaf mutes telecommunication device using a keyboard linked to a 36 lamp signaling board. Users spell messages that are read from flashing letters, enabling silent conversations, signaling, and potential military code use.
Taft Era Anticipated by Roosevelt Tactics
The passage notes unprecedented potential for anti Taft forces, suggesting they will seize every opportunity, real or virtual, drawing on former Rooseveltian tactics to maximize impact. It emphasizes boundless possibilities and strategic advantage in the political landscape.
Bureau critique warns against expanding government control
The writer argues bureaus and commissions erode liberty and risk bureaucracy like Russia's office rings. While praising the children's bureau, the piece cautions against adding a Marriage Aid Bureau and urges a government that governs least as the ideal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Children’s Bureau
Boston Medico
Washington
Europe
Russia
John D Finds Hope Amid Complaints of Being a Has-Been
The Chicago News note suggests John D may still gain a billion, urging him to cheer up as he faces critics calling him a has-been. The remark frames a personal growth moment amid public doubt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D
John
Chicago News
What is behind President Taft exchange question
A terse line from the Los Angeles Times notes a possible behind the scenes view of President Taft with a mention of a colonel. The brief hints at intrigue in leadership signals and warrants cautious interpretation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Los Angeles Times
Return of Karl Schormann Sparks Old Flame at Seaside
Elizabeth recognizes Karl Schormann as the steamer arrives and their past romance rekindles. He plans to ask a life changing question but a dinner with Dr. Miller reveals his jealousy. A mistaken departure prompts Elizabeth to seek reconciliation and forgiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karl Schormann
Elizabeth
Karl
Chance
Karl Schurmann
Dr. Miller
Kar
Mr. Miller
The Charm of a Musical Voice in Pretty Girls
Aimed at young women, the piece urges voice culture to enhance charm. It contrasts the beauty of a dove like voice with a peacock scream, promotes deep breathing and clear enunciation, warns against nasal speech and excess slang, and notes the social benefits of a pleasing voice and musical laughter.
Portrait of a Child Passed Away in Memphis Address
A mourner asks where the little one has gone and laments the dimming sunshine and fading joy. The verse recalls a tiny laugh, the glimmering path, and asks if anyone will hear those footfalls again as angels above love his ways and sing his song on the shining path.W. in H. Memphis Commercial Appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
At the Crossing of the Roads by Ernest Sten
A dialogue reveals Ernest Sten as the author of At the Crossing of the Roads and Edward Miller as his publisher. The scene shows a levity about readers and authors, with a playful exchange over titles and identities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Miller & Co
Ernest Sten
Karl
Edward Miller
Scotland birth rate falls to record low in year
Scotland recorded a birth rate of 25.65 per thousand last year, the lowest rate on record, reflecting ongoing demographic changes and trends in family formation and population growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
Infusing hardness into soft steel boosts tool performance
A Cassler's Magazine June item notes infusing carbon and other materials into soft steel to create high grade tool steel at cutting edges. A test began at 85 feet per minute and rose to 278 feet, with the cutter operating without removal or sharpening until belt power limited the run, suggesting superior edge capacity and body toughness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cassler
Curtain Up Question As Boy Asks In Church
An observant mother in a church tries to quiet her curious four to six year old son who asks repeatedly about the show and curtain while the service proceeds. Neighbors listen as the child voices wonder at the white robed choristers and minister. The scene ends with the boy asking when the curtain goes up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mamma
Son
Jud’s boomlet moulder in the grave
The Columbia State notes that people widely expected a political boomlet from Jud has stalled, lying in the grave as events move on. The column reflects on unfulfilled political hope and public perception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unc
Columbia State
Also Mentioned on This Page
MR. Taft
the Light’s Daily Story
Frederick Werner
Margarent Hubbard Ayer
Ooogepee
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!