Progressive victory in Democratic convention unfolds at regimental armory
June 26 report from the Democratic National Convention describes James of Kentucky chosen as permanent chairman while Bryan fights to keep control of the platform draft. Credential officers Jon Bell and Frank Donahoe oversee proceedings as debates over platform timing and unit rule challenge Harmon forces and Bryan allies.
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Bryan Calls for Harmonious Yet Progressive Platform Debate
Congressman Bryan argued for a strong concise progressive platform while urging harmony in the committee. He warned a minority report could be used if progressives are blocked by conservative control as the full committee met to shape the Democratic declaration.
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University of Wisconsin
Investigation opens as Hanford case goes public tomorrow
The Hanford impeachment probe will begin tomorrow in Seattle as a public investigation open to citizens. Chairman Graham and subcommittee members Higging and McCoy say they will seek the truth, permitting broad evidence while filtering immaterial testimony.
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Roosevelt Endorsed as Progressive Party Surges
Telegrams and letters from across the country support the new Progressive plan for Col. Roosevelt. A donor sent a check for 1590 dollars to aid party organization while Roosevelt rode horseback today at Oyster Bay.
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City wins lower light rates after monopoly challenge
Through the city light plant residents gain reduced rates from 7 to 6 cents per kilowatt hour and a minimum monthly charge cut from 1 to 50 cents. The Puget Sound Traction Lights and Power Co must match the city rates after councilman Erickson's bill, saving about 40900 this year. Company petitions to the state commission allowed immediate effect, with 30 days notice waived.
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Roosevelt vows to give them a lot of trouble
Oyster Bay June 26 Col Roosevelt predicts more trouble for the new progressive party as he weighs the visit of Judge Ben Lindsey and possible Harney Heney and Crane supporters in Baltimore. He jokes about Gaynor’s chances rising and mocks those calling him an anarchist while noting locals Dr Snouder and Thompson Gardner may be in the same circle.
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Suffragette Forces King and Queen to Hear Her
In Cardiff a suffragette interrupted a royal visit at the cathedral demanding votes for women. She denounced Home Secretary McKenna over hunger strike suppression, claimed officials tried to murder suffrage leaders, and was arrested after being escorted from the scene.
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Great Britain's Labor Leader in Seattle on Union Power
Joseph Havelock Wilson, head of the Sailors' and Firemen's union of Great Britain and Ireland, is touring the world praising organized labor. He recalls reforms against coffin ships and brutal conditions, recounts building international seamen unions, and notes his near breakdown after a major strike. He and Mrs. Wilson travel from San Francisco toward Canada and home via Victoria and Vancouver.
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Steps in Impeachment Process
A sequence outlines impeachment from referral to judiciary committee to subcommittee hearings and testimony. The judiciary committee reports findings to the house which votes to impeach or halt. If impeached the senate conducts a trial and then votes to convict or acquit.
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Beachey Aviator Sued for Divorce by Wife
New York June 26 Lincoln Beachey the aviator faces a divorce suit filed in the New York supreme court by his wife May Beachey. The couple married in 1906 and have no children.
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Supreme Court
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Great Northern to Build New Line Between Interbay and Metum
Great Northern plans a new贯 line between Interbay and Metum costing about 1.25 million dollars. Construction follows Lake Washington canal work. current Ballard access is southwest, future entry will be eastward to Metum with several steel bridges.
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Weather Forecast Showers Tonight and Thursday
Showers tonight and likely Thursday with moderate southwest to west winds. Noon temperature around 54 degrees.
Darrow Admission Stuns Jury in Timea Building Bribery Trial
Los Angeles reports state witness J R Harrington testified that Clarence Darrow admitted M A Schmidt, tied to the Timea building dynamiting, was his personal friend. The trial involves Darrow charged with bribery. Five ex governors reside in the state, Mead the only ex governor of Washington among them. Who's Who lists 74 Seattleites and 143 residents statewide. Seattle hosts the largest Pacific coast clay plant and the West's biggest condensed milk factory.
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Unruffled Return After Chicago Convention Remark
A man recalls attending the Chicago convention and returns calm despite a streak of good luck that kept him from entering the hall. The remark highlights unexpected outcomes and personal sentiment from the event.
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Navy Yard Workers Face Mass Layoffs If Funding Fails
About 30,000 government navy yard workers could lose jobs starting July 1 unless Congress provides maintenance funds. Beekman Winthrop issued a provisional order to close yards. Mare Island and Bremerton yards report thousands affected with wages cut and suspensions for non-emergency work.
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Democratic Party Convention Rally Echoes Old Fashioned Oratory
In Baltimore on June 26 delegates heard Senators Raynor and Gore among others praise democracy and attack graft. The crowd cheered as old tunes played, calling for Woodrow Wilson and urging unity ahead of November. Graves urged harmony while Roosevelt was framed as a reform preacher.
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Bianchi Guilty In Blind Pig Case At Bayne
Louie Bianchi found guilty in Justice Brown's court of operating a blind pig at Bayne. Deputy Sheriff Starwich made the arrest Monday. Bianchi fined 308.05 dollars in fines and costs.
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Seattle Stores Adopt Profit Sharing Through Off Day Bargains
Seattle merchants have turned their stores into profit sharing institutions by offering special bargains on off days to balance weekly trade and reduce merchandising costs. Advertisers and readers have noticed the savings, while merchants improve efficiency and service.
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