Sherman Receives Nomination Cup in Utica Ceremony
In Utica New York James S Sherman accepts the Republican vice presidential nomination at a formal notification ceremony. He pledges to support Roosevelt Taft and the Chicago platform while dismissing Bryan’s rule question. A gold lined silver loving cup is presented, inscribed to Sherman, M D, Aug 18 1908, as elm shade ceremonies conclude.
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Utica
N. Y
James Schoolcraft Sherman
Chicago
Taft
Cincinnati
Roosevelt
Sherman
Mr. Bryan
Mr. Sherman
National House of Representatives
James S. Sherman
Sherman Lawn
Genesee Street
Chafin Accepts Prohibition Nomination at Music Hall
Eugene W. Chafin of Chicago accepted the Prohibition party nomination for the presidency Tuesday evening before a large audience at Music Hall. Professor Charles Scanlon of Pittsburg delivered the formal notification on behalf of the national convention committee in Columbus, Ohio, July 16.
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Chicago
Music Hall
Eugene W. Chafin
Prohibition Party
Chafin
Prohibition
Charles Scanlon
Pittsburg
Columbus
Champion's Trophy Auction Set After Judgment Levy
In St. Louis last month O. Y. Vernon of St. Joseph won the Central Tennis singles title and a big silver cup. On Tuesday the con stable levied the cup to satisfy a $46.64 judgment against Vernon. The cup, once exhibited in a shop window, will be sold at auction.
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St. Joseph
O. Y. Vernon
St. Louis
Vernon
Suit Over Attorney Fees Filed Against Governor Haskell
John P. Bailey and Daniel M. Bailey of Ottawa Ohio sue Gov. Haskell in the Western Oklahoma district for $9,900 in attorneys fees. Plaintiffs formerly represented the governor in Ohio cases. They claim service spanning ten years.
Flooding the Maypole mine after fatal explosion
It is reported that seven miners died in the Maypole mine blast and ensuing fire at Wigan. Since recovery of bodies is impractical due to the sustained fire, the directors decided Thursday night to flood the mine to extinguish the hazard.
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Wigan
Maypole
Oklahoma Banks Move to Denationalize Under State Guaranty Plan
Guthrie Oklahoma eight national banks announce they will denationalize to become state banks to access the state banking guaranty law and protections.
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Guthrie
Oklahoma
Editors Finish Their Work As Seattle Chosen 1909 Meeting
In St Paul Minnesota editors wrap up the National Editorial Association session selecting Seattle Washington as the site for the 1909 convention. The decision concludes the session's business and sets the host city.
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St.” Paul
Minn
Seattle, Wash
Holland Moves to Ratify Arbitration Treaty in Chamber
The Hague reports the government introducing in the second chamber a bill for ratification of an arbitration treaty. The action centers on approving the agreement to settle disputes through arbitration, reflecting a push for formalized international dispute resolution.
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Holland
The
Hague
Fleet Reaches Sydney Thousands Greet U S Warships
Early Thursday morning a smoke haze signalled the approach of the American fleet near Sydney. At 5 35 a.m. official notice declared sighting. Tens of thousands gathered along the harbor front and hilltops from Bondi Beach to Manly, with estimates of up to 500000 people lining the coast to welcome the visitors.
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Sydney
Sydney Harbor
New World
Bondi Beach
Manly
Admiral Evans Retires After Fifty Years Service
Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans of the United States Navy retires at 62 after a long career ashore and at sea. A formal celebration at Mountain Hotel in Lake Mohonk featured eulogies by Edward Simmons and presentation of a silver loving cup by Dr. Andrew S. Draper to honor the admiral.
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Lake Mohonk
N. Y
Robley D. Evans
United States Navy
Mountain Hotel
Edward Simmons
New York
Admiral Evans
Woodmen Split Over State Insurance Rates
A rupture occurred between the National Fraternal Congress and the Modern Woodmen of America, a congress member until now. The break followed an attempt by the congress to push a state legislature bill establishing a minimum assessment rate for fraternal insurance organizations.
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Woodmen
Put-in-Bay
Ohio
National
Fraternal Congress
Woodmen of America
Congress
Lusitania Sets Transatlantic Speed Records This Week
The Cunard liner Lusitania completed a sensational Atlantic crossing at 9 30 PM Thursday. Official figures show she lowered the transatlantic time by nearly four hours and also set three other records.
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New York
Cunard
Lusitania
Atlantic
Commonwealth Fuel Company formed to serve St. Louis area
Announcement Thursday reported the creation of the Commonwealth Fuel company to operate 153 Illinois coal mines within 59 miles of St. Louis supplying virtually all coal used in St. Louis and East St. Louis.
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St. Louis
The
Commonwealth Fuel Company
Illinois Coal
East St. Louis
Pencils Marks Cost City Millions in Public Schools
New York reports that vandalism in public schools including marks on walls broken windows defaced doors and damaged steps will cost the city about 1 million dollars for 695000 students.
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New York
Dr. Henry Hopkins Dies in Rotterdam Pneumonia
Dr. Henry Hopkins former Williams College president and former pastor of First Congregational Church Kansas City died of pneumonia in Rotterdam Netherlands on Tuesday.
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Henry Hopkins
Williamstown
Mass
Williams’ College
First Congregational
Kansas City
Rotterdam
Holland
Kern Endorses Campaign of Friendship at Old Settlers’ Reunion
At the Old Settlers' reunion in Indianapolis John W. Kern Democratic vice presidential candidate spoke briefly praising a campaign of friendship. He outlined a message urging unity and goodwill in national politics.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Old Settlers
John W. Kern
Kansas City Kansas Receives Funds Clarified
Kansas City Kansas will receive 5333.66 dollars and 66 cents from Wyandotte county to power city services. The funds are drawn from east side sources over six months.
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Kansas City
Kan
Unenthusiastic host at house party invites Bliggins
A frail social exchange unfolds between Mr. Cumrox and Mrs. Cumrox over inviting Mr. Bliggins who declines, noting his opinion of house parties. An advertisement touts Defiance Starch for home shirt waist laundering offering stiffness without sticking and reduced wear.
Red Cross Ball Blue Laundry Bleach 2 oz Pack
An old advertisement promotes Red Cross Ball Blue laundry powder in a 2 ounce package priced at five cents. It claims to brighten and whiten faded clothes as a simple domestic product.
Smokers’re urged to choose Lewis' Single Binder cigar
A vintage ad urges readers to control temper with a strong man and promotes Lewis' Single Binder cigars from Lewis' Factory in Peoria Illinois, highlighting quality value for smokers.
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Lewis’ Factory
Peoria
Iil
Talking machine avoids political talk
An odd ad notes a talking machine is acceptable if it stays away from machine politics. It promotes Allen's Frot-Hase foot remedy and urges readers to request a sample from A. B. Olmsted in Le Roy New York.
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R E. Eskildson
Omaha
Neb
L. R. Robinson
Kansas City
Edwin F. Pardee
New York City
N. By Sizer
Brooklyn
N. Y
Allen
Olmsted
le Roy
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York
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Philadelphia
J. G. Simpson
Ill
Dodde'ss
Gnlli Hans
Parker
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