Wilson and Taft clash over Wall Street power in 1912 race
A Seattle Star front page piece frames Woodrow Wilson as the people's candidate against Howard Taft, both backed by Wall Street forces. It argues the contest centers on a government by the people versus privilege, urging voters to choose Wilson or Taft based on party and wealth influence.
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New Jersey
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Wall ST
Chicago
Baltimore
Woodrow Wilson
Ryan, Belmont and Murphy
Taft
Seattle Star
Eattle
Naneiieel ” Tennnne
Seattle
Washington
Beth
Willie
Hillie Barke
United States
Flanders Special Wins 100 Mile Race at Tacoma Track
The Flanders Special claimed victory in a morning 100 mile event at the Tacoma track with an average speed near 63 mph. Le Race Track and Maxwell time Wes finished second and third as Merce: medium car event by Bennett featured fast laps and steady driving in challenging laps.
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Flanders
Les
Bennett
Faragette Under Knife Operation Recounted
A report notes a surgical procedure performed Monday at 10 oclock with Dr Thomas Hunting involved. The account mentions resistance from K Mt Moffitt of this city and De Bey of Chicago amid the operation.
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Thomas Hunting
K Mt Moffitt
Br de Bey
Chicago
Heatwave Hits City With Record Temperatures
Fragments report near ninety degree heat scorches the area as experts warn of the hottest day of the year. Names Debrey, Charlies, John M. Conroy appear in the clipped notices amid warnings and brief fatalities.
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Dim Debrey
Charlies
John M. Conroy
Progressive? A Man Who Keeps Up Procession
A compilation of Woodrow Wilson quotes on progressivism stressing leadership by the people, representation, worker rights, and economic policy. It argues progress means active, principled effort and adaptation rather than stagnation.
Bryan Homecoming Draws Nationwide Ovation in Lincoln
William Jennings Bryan returns from Baltimore to Lincoln with an enthusiastic welcome. A thousand residents greet him at the railroad station as a band leads the way to the business district where he addresses a curb to curb crowd. He predicts Wilson will win in November.
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Lincoln
Neb
William Jennings Bryan
Baltimore
Gov. Wilson
Norris Proposes Nationwide Presidential Primary Plan
Representative Norris of Nebraska introduces a nationwide presidential primary plan to curb boss rule. The plan requires state legislatures to adopt provisions as law and needs ratification by 20 states to take effect. Voters would select first and second choices at primaries. delegates chosen could clinch the party nomination if a majority is reached.
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Representative Norris
Nebraska
Uroplane Turns Turtle Claims Two Army Aviators
A July incident near Salisbury plain saw a Nieuport monoplane crash as it turned turtle. Captain Lorraine, a prominent British army aviator, and his companion were ejected 40 feet and killed, ending their service after numerous nationwide flights.
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ARMY
Lorraine
Salisbury Plain
Cynthia Grey features cold drinks and frozen dishes on page
Cynthia Grey highlights cold drinks and frozen dishes in her page column. The feature emphasizes refreshing beverages and icy recipes for warm weather readers.
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Cynthia Grey
Fatal shooting during Chicago newspaper strike
John Moran a former newspaper employer now working as a bartender was fatally wounded after an argument with strikebreaker John Gould. Gould shot Moran twice during a quarrel sparked by the strike.
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Chicago
John Moran
Moran
John Gould
Gould
Jewelry Unearthed From Old Satchel Worth 25 000
In Thacy California on July 5 John Rathjen kicked an old suit hint case from railroad tracks and busted it open revealing jewelry valued at 25000 dollars. The owner was notified.
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Cal
Here
John Rathjen
Roosevelt critiques Democrats on tariff and antitrust stance
In Oyster Bay July 5 Col Roosevelt argues Baltimore platform floats “public consumption” and cannot be enforced. He says Gov Wilson is a free trader and accuses Democrats of choosing rigid enforcement and trust regulation strategies yet fails to offer a clear running mate, noting he has not offered the vice presidency to anyone.
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United Areas
Oyster Bay
Baltimore
Col. Roosevelt
Exp
Dent
Gey. Wilson
Roosevelt
Ie Roosevelt Ghen
Progressive
Ben Lindsey
Denver
Heney
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Interurban collision in Tulsa adds Mrs Snow to dead
Tulsa July 6 Ault Colorado resident Mrs W A Snow died of injuries from a collision on the Tulsa Sand Springs interurban line. Three others were killed outright two women. Eighteen seriously injured and many more treated for cuts and bruises. A light wooden car ran beyond the motorman on a steep grade and struck a heavy steel car ahead.
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Tulsa
Okda
Tulsa Sand Springs
W. A. Snow
Ault
Col
Hill Resigns as Vice President of Great Northern Railway
J J Hill resigns from the post of vice president of the Great Northern Railway, with W B Clough named his successor. No reason given, but Hill plans to travel for several months after stepping down from the office.
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New York
J. J. Hill
Great Northern Railway Company
Clough
Hill
Weather Forecast: Generally Fair Tonight and Saturday
Generally fair conditions described for tonight and Saturday with light westerly winds. Temperature at noon is mentioned but not specified.
Leased Fault Quietly Reproves Tenant Over Room Size
A landlord questions a tenant about a single large room during a dispute over space. The tenant notes the room is too large and suggests it could be improved. The exchange shows a tense negotiation about the house layout and occupancy.
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Hunter
Wilford Charles Groppenbacher Grand Prize Baby
Wilford Charles Groppenbacher is named the Finest Baby at a Fourth of July show at Leech Park but faces grave danger from fame and overexposure. The essay notes his strong health and charm while warning of a past trend where prize babies faced neglect as attention shifted, suggesting caution about the press and public spotlight on him.
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Leech Park
Church of Our Lady of Good Help
Wilford Charles
Robbery at Southern Poker Club in San Francisco
Three armed masked robbers entered the Southern club an incorporated poker venue in San Francisco early today and robbed keepers and guests of 800 dollars. No trace has been found of the men.
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San Francisco
Southern Club
Impeachment Probe Probes Judge Hanford Over Damages Case
Congress tests Judge Hanford in damage suits and the Eli Melovich matter as Bates counters questions on verdicts. Witnesses dispute drinking claims while defense cites fatigue and relaxation as reasons for a sleepy demeanor. The inquiry likely runs into next week.
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C. H. Hanford
Eli Melovich
Hanford
Stone-Webster Corporation
Melovich
Congressman McCoy
Graham
Charles C. Bates
Tacoma
Bates
Hates
McCoy
Washington
Supreme Court
Sanest Fourth Deaths and Injuries Across Cities
United Press Leased Wire reports Chicago figures for Americas sane Fourth showing 20 dead this year from fireworks firearms cannons gunpowder and toys. The Tribune lists nationwide totals with 648 injuries and compares 1918 to 1908 across major cities.
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the Tribune Today
America
the Tribune
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Cleveland
Harrisburg, Pa
Kansas City
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