Suffrage Rejected by Republicans in Chicago Platform
Chicago June 8 Special Telegram to The Tribune The GOP leaders rejected a suffrage plank. Old Guard confidants say Roosevelt knows he is out of the Republican race and may join forces to reunite the party. The Chicago dispatch notes a platform endorsing 250000 Army and a strong Navy with federal citizen military training to back national preparedness.
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Chicago
the Tribune
Old Guard
Oyster Bay
Peace Offer To Teddymen
A republican progressive reunion faced a crisis as Senators Lodge of Massachusetts and Borah of Idaho, Congressman McKinley of Illinois, and former Congressman Hemenway of Indiana were named to make peace overtures to the progressives.
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Chicago
Tribune
Lodge
Massachusetts
McKinley
Illinois
Borah
Idaho
Hemenway
Indiana
Harding Elected Permanent Chairman At Convention
United States Senator Warren G. Harding of Ohio was elected permanent chairman of the Republican national convention at noon today and immediately emerged as a dark horse presidential candidate.
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Chicago
Tribune
United Tes
Warren G. Harding
Ohio
Roosevelt Says He Will Go If GOP Asks
Oyster Bay N Y June 8 Colonel Roosevelt states he will attend Chicago if the republican convention desires him to address it He made the remark in replying to Senator William B Jackson of Maryland who invited him to come to Chicago last night The Tribune special telegram reports Roosevelt's conditional acceptance reflects his willingness to speak if summoned by the party leaders
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Oyster Bay
N. Y
The
Progressive platform calls for rights and equality for all citizens
The Progressive platform declares duties as members of the international community to secure rights and equal treatment for native and naturalized citizens on land or sea. It emphasizes guarding national honor and upholding international law.
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Chicago
the Tribune
Progressive
Allies Win First Test of Convention Credential Vote
Alliance factions clash as credentials chairman is chosen 28 to 16 amid the opening sessions of two conventions. Roosevelt looms over Republican action with Hughes gaining, while progressives press for nomination. South delegate limits, suffrage marches, and platform fights shape the convention day.
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Roosevelt
Hughes
Convention Rules Committee
South
Insist Upon Roosevelt on Third Republican Ticket
Theodore Roosevelt cannot prevent his name heading the third ticket if Republicans fail to nominate him. Progressives refuse any substitute and will act independently, keeping Hughes from acceptance as the party lineup remains unacceptable to them.
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Chicago
The
Slide and Swing Appeal at Oakland Park Opens
Rainy days deter picnics as city and park officials celebrate the Wave Coaster Slide and new swings at Oakland Park. Hundreds of children visited last Saturday when the apparatus was formally opened, with more enjoying moments during the previous week’s picnics.
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Oakland Park
Park Commission
Altho
Bicycle riding license rule in South Haven warned
Warning from Chief of Police W. E. Stufflebeam announces it is unlawful to ride a bicycle on city sidewalks without a license and that riding is restricted to unpaved streets. The notice emphasizes enforcement by the South Haven police.
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South Haven
Germans Capture Fort Vaux Near Verdun
Paris reports German forces seized Fort Vaux northeast of Verdun as Russian offensives expand, claiming 40,000 prisoners. Rome states Austrians were repulsed on the front with heavy losses, while Turkish reports say the Russian drive toward Baghdad was checked.
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Paris
Vaux
Verdun
Rome
Roosevelt Boost Sparks Progressive Delegates at Auditorium
Chicago June 7 1916 editor notes the Progressive Party convention in Chicago rose to fevered enthusiasm as Raymond Robins named Roosevelt. Delegates shouted Teddy and cheered for over ninety minutes with banners flags and rousing state songs. The Michigan delegation stood out with its own band and band music by Grand Trunk of Battle Creek.
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Chicago
South Haven Tribune
Progressive Party
Raymond Robins
Illinois
Roosevelt
Teddy
Michigan
Grand Trunk Band
Battle Creek
White Ribbon Hosts Ready For State Fray
Grand Rapids Michigan June 8 The Woman's Christian Temperance Union of Michigan voted to lend its support to the dry campaign. An extensive window display advertising plus a roll of honor for wives who persuade husbands to vote dry. Miss Anna A Gordon spoke on Campaign Possibilities and Opportunities followed by Miss Mary B Ervin national secretary of the S T L on How Children Can Help. Also addresses by Mrs A S Benjamin Rev Etta Shaw Mrs F B Perkins Mrs Agnes Rich and others. Dora B Whitney juvenile court detention home Benton Harbor spoke.
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Grand Rapids
Mich
Woman’s Christian Temperance Union of Michigan
Dry Federation
Anna A. Gordon
Mary B. Ervin
A. S. Benjamin
Etta Shaw
F. B. Perkins
Agnes Rich
Dora B. Whitney
Juvenile Court of
Benton Harbor
Three Autos for Sale by Griffin and Wheaton
An advertisement lists two second hand Studebakers and a 1912 Ford for sale, all overhauled and ready for service. The Griffin and Wheaton auto shop on Broadway south of Phoenix offers repair services and advice on auto questions.
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Broadway
Phoenix
Piano tuner in city. leave orders with two agents
A. McIlhings, the piano tuner, is in the city. Leave orders with M. H. French or J. R. Means. Adv.
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A. Mcllhing
M. H. French
J. R. Means
Maple Grove 10 Hold Reunion
Maple Grove Sunday school marks its fiftieth anniversary with a June 24 gathering. Fore noon features greetings from former residents including Prof Liberty H Bailey. A noon picnic dinner will be shared at long tables followed by reminiscences and music.
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Maple Grove
Liberty H. Bailey
Invitatio Committee
Plans for Sunday at Methodist Church
The evening preaching service at the M E church next Sunday will be taken up for the union service at the Baptist church. The Epworth League will go to Lacota Sunday evening for a joint anniversary service with the Lacota League. Mr Norton will preach at Lacota for that service. The pastor will preach to the children Sunday morning at the M E church. He invites parents to bring children for baptism.
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M. E
At Baptist Church
Epworth League
Lacota
Lacota League
Norton
Odd Fellows Postpone Memorial Day Service
The J O F Memorial Day services scheduled for Sunday, June 11, were moved to Sunday, June 18 due to K P services on that date. The change preserves the event's observance while avoiding scheduling conflicts.
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ODD Fellows
K. P
Peter McKellar Dies at Home in Bangor
Pete McKellar of Bangor died Wednesday evening at his home. He was 1 brother in law of John Sebring, president of the West Michigan Savings Bank, and well known throughout the county.
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Peter McKellar
Bangor
Pete McKellar
John Sebring
West Michigan Savings Bank
Mystic Workers Hold Friday Meeting at K P Hall
A special Mystic Workers meeting at K P hall Friday at eight will feature Supreme Instructor Hays and a large class of candidates. A Jewel Rebekah lodge regular meeting also occurs Friday evening June 9 with plans for Memorial Day and a strong turnout hoped for.
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The
Mystic Workers
K. P. Hall
Hays
Jewel Rebekah Lodge
Fidelis Club Meeting Postponed to June 23
The Fidelis Club meeting has been postponed to Friday June 23 and will be held at the home of Mrs E E Main.
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Fidelis Club
E. E. Main
Grateful for Kindness After Bereavement
We express gratitude to neighbors and friends for kindness and sympathy during our bereavement. Signed by Mrs. D. C. Hodge and grandchildren.
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D. C. Hodge
Alumni Banquet at Casino Set for Six
Seniors admit a public 10 class meeting as the Alumni Banquet at the Casino on Saturday at six o clock. The Tea Room hosts the St Catherine Guild serving a brief business session, then toasts from several alumni. Music includes a Sara Robinson solo and quartets.
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St. Catherine Guild
Episcopal Church
E. S. Dyckman
Frank E. Warner
Harry Holmes
Gladys Amsted
Warren J Dodge
T. E. Hook
Paul Ketcham
Laurens Packard
Sara Robinson
Ethel Hackett
C. O. Monroe
Weather and crop prospects across Michigan May yields
The May crop report from Michigan notes wheat 81 percent of last year, rye and oats slightly poorer, and fruit prospects improving with apples 89, pears 85, peaches 73, plums 79, cherries 88, and strawberries 91 percent of average. Wheat marketed near 161,217 bushels in May, corn 96 percent of last year planted, potatoes 89 condition, and cabbage and celery planted totals listed. Continued on page two with Senior Class Night coverage in Lansing.
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Lansing
Mich
Secretary of State’s Department
Maple Grove Children’s Day Notice
Children of Maple Grove Sunday school are asked to meet at the schoolhouse at two o clock Friday for the program. Parents and friends are invited to attend the Sunday afternoon service at 3 30. Bring the little ones.
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Maple Grove
Economy Garage offers Rambler trade and Ford sales
The Economy Garage at the foot of the standpipe on Quaker Street advertises a five passenger Rambler for sale or trade on a Ford, plus three Fords for sale two from 1914 and one from 1912. General auto repairing provided by careful, experienced mechanics led by C. C. Davis and G. D. Lawrence.
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Quaker Street
C. C. Davis
G. D
Lawrence
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White Ribbon
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Methodist Church
McAlpine
Packard
Beatrice Holmes
Supt. Prentice
Supt. McAlpine
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Kate Wright
Wright
Lloyd Flora
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Irwin Starks
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Dustman
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South Haver
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