Roosevelt and Fairbanks Nominated Amid Convention Chaos
At Chicago June 23 the Republican convention opened amid a bustling crowd and quieted into a charged session as Frank Black spoke for Roosevelt. The hall filled to capacity with delegates and spectators, the New York delegation roared, and Black delivered a poised nomination speech in a momentous, showy scene.
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Salary increases for three local post office clerks
A Washington press dispatch reports raises for three local post office clerks. One moves from 600 to 700 dollars, another from 760 to 800 dollars, and the third from 800 to 900 dollars, reflecting salary adjustments.
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Washington
Summer Corsets and Refrigerators Highlight Store Display
A summer display features W. B. corsets including high grade tape girdle styles and alluring prices. Also advertised Charter Oak refrigerators with removable ice compartments, touted as the best enameled option at these prices.
Sunbonnets Seen as Best Buy at 25 Cents Now
Buyers urged to act on sunbonnets priced at 25 cents, hailed as a prime opportunity to purchase before the season. The note emphasizes value and timing for shoppers seeking durable headwear.
Sale notice on kimonas waists and lawn wrappers
Advertises kimonas priced from 1.00 to 1.65 and 1.25 for fancy lawn wrappers with 12 inch flounce. Waist lines offered at half price, featuring Madras, Pique and fancy lawns. Many waists previously 1.25 to 1.90 reduced to 50 cents, some 75 percent off.
Wrist Bags and Fashion Accessories Advertised
Heavy leather Wrist Bags imitate walrus skin with braided handles and nickel frames priced at 50 cents. Peggy from Paris Wrist Bags offer Persian sets with collar waistfront and belt, Arabian Lace cuffs and belts, Persian Shirt Waist fronts trimmed with Va lace at five cents for wash fabrics. Fancy colored lawns silks and linens from this season's imports now 35 cents per yard.
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Paris
Haytian Ministers Attacked by Palace Guard
Haytians soldiers attacked French and German ministers near Port au Prince palace. M Deprez injured by a stone. wives in another carriage pelted. France expects redress. a French warship nearby and Germany likely to demand action. The attack was carried out by palace guards linked to the Haytian government amid bank troubles.
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Germany
Port-Au-Prince
West Indies
Notifying Candidates Notification Details Across Cities
Formal notification of President Roosevelt will occur July 27 at Oyster Bay with Speaker Cannon chairing the committee. Senator Fairbanks's notification follows a week later in Indianapolis. Former Secretary Root will chair the vice presidential notification committee at the Chicago convention hall in June.
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Cortelyou Elected National Republican Chairman
George B. Cortelyou was elected chairman of the National Republican Committee and immediately resigned as Secretary of Commerce and Labor. He will assume the new role upon the qualification of his successor around July 1 and will not engage in political matters until retirement from the Cabinet.
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Commerce and Labor
National Republican Committee
Pericaris May Be Released From Captivity
Washington June 23 Consul General Gummere reports from Tangier that Sheik Vualal has agreed to exchange Perdicaris and Varley for ransom within his territory if the Moorish government signs a written pledge to protect them from further consequences. The pledge has been authorized by the foreign minister and release is expected today.
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Shirt Waist Suits for Ladies at 3.25 Special
Ladies white shirt waist suits in fine pique with tourist style top and trimmed skirts, originally $6. A few sizes remain and are offered at a special price of $3.25, a notable discount on the $6 line.
Carpet Closeout Sale Promises Low Prices
If you are thinking about furnishing your home or office with a new carpet, visit us to see our closeout prices. Our closing out prices are less than the manufacturer’s cost, offering substantial savings.
Dono van Sues Platt and Underwood for 300000 Damages
James Donovan surviving partner of Donovan and Company sues Thomas C. Platt of New York and J. Platt Underwood of Cabargo for 300000 over alleged timber land frauds in Michigan. Upon filing, the plaintiff and deputy sheriff headed to the Coliseum to serve summons on Platt at the Republican national convention floor.
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Chicago
James Donovan
Donovan and Company
Thomas C. Platt
New York
J. Platt Underwood
Cabbago
Michigan
Mr. Platt
Contemplating Worlds Fair Vacation Tips
Promote Kodak cameras and developing machines with prices from $1.00 to $36.00 for Kodaks and $2.00 to $10.00 for developing machines. Encourages prompt developing and printing services for summer travel outfits and fair preparations.
The leading prescription drug gist in Bakersfield ad
J A Hughes promotes a pharmacy service with free delivery in Bakersfield and Kern County. The ad highlights phone orders via Phone Mate 64 and emphasizes convenient prescription drug access for local residents.
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Bakersfield
Kern
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