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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1908
Page
4
A clipped state of political opinion notes Roosevelt pressing for reform. It questions Congress’s willingness to follow the President and suggests growing friction between the White House and lawmakers amid campaign commentary. The piece touches on Taft, Roosevelt, and Taft’s delegates.
The essay outlines how state aid for roads began in New Jersey and spread across fourteen states. It notes funding scales from two hundred fifty to one thousand dollars per mile and mentions New Jersey's initial appropriation and Pennsylvania New York and other states expanding budgets. It stresses that road improvements require expert supervision to ensure value and that farmers shift from opposition to support as benefits become clear.
The piece argues Foraker has little chance at the presidential nomination, predicting he will be discounted and face poor support. It notes state doctors and local actors will not participate, suggesting a weak political effort and limited enthusiasm.
Reports from New York describe Cooper's health remedies causing a citywide stir. Prominent physicians offer mixed views, praising some patient improvements while others warn of crowd enthusiasm. Cooper attracts thousands daily and continues extensive charitable work despite skepticism.
Gratton’s Eagles establish a notable baseball club as Morgantown plans Memorial Day speeches with Secretary William H. Taft among speakers. Berkeley county Democrats skip a convention on May 11 to choose delegates for Wheeling and Charleston meetings. Governor Dawson paroles Joke Young, a Webster county second degree assault convict, with release in about ten days.
A vague report notes a gathering of veterans last night near the office of Justice amen X. It states three attended and mentions no date for a future meeting to plan December Decoration Day activities. W. E. Bennett was present.
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