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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Republican
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
4
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A historical column discusses Taft’s convention role and political fate with remarks on labor, sleep habits, and productivity theories. It highlights Taft's Ohio roots, Yale education, athletic youth, and Helen Herron Taft, plus the couple’s 1886 marriage and European tour.
Miss Harriet Francis hosts a seven course progressive dinner at the Business Women's club in the front parlor with twelve guests. Heart shaped place cards, pink and white rose centerpieces, and a prize for guessing the price feature the evening.
Mrs Gilbert of Troy was a Joliet visitor yesterday. Miss Stella Douglas on Jackson Street is sick. Nellie Scheville and family on Cass Street. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Shiffer. Netle Brown of Chicago Heights visiting Joliet. Mrs James DeFe of Chicago visiting city. Miss Madge Hohise of Corn Street visiting Indiana. Rev G Moellar and John Munch Sandwich guests yesterday. Templeton and Sellinger left for trips through Texas. Alma Beese and Caswell of Woolworth vacationing two weeks. Mrs W E Wheeler and son Walt left for Galveston. Mrs Robert Alexander and mother depart for White Lake Michigan. Miss Josephine Fredrick operated on for an appetite issue at Silver Cross. Miss Fredericks is sister of Ch and William Fredricks.
The piece argues that Southern states wield undue influence in national conventions, with Georgia equal to Iowa in voting power. It notes Burke's proposed restriction nearly passed and claims altering rules later risks suspicions, leaving changes to wait four more years.
The article relays daring sailors aboard a monitor during a Whitehead torpedo test. The crew remained aboard as the weapon fired, believing the ship would withstand the blast. The event highlights American resolve and willingness to risk life for progress and efficiency.
Thomas A Edison argues sleep is a trained habit shaped by light and darkness. He contends ancient peoples rested when night fell, suggesting humans could adapt to sleep less with proper discipline and routine.
Dr B A Richardson interne at St. Josephs hospital leaves his position after a year and departs on a two months trip through Kansas Colorado and western states for rest. He plans to settle in Chicago on return and is noted for his efficiency and friendships formed at the hospital.
New York City holds thirty one distinct islands within its bounds. Surrounded by deep water these islands promise vast future shipping and dockage potential based on historic growth and current developments.
Mrs. Fred Parks is recovering from an operation performed at St. Joseph's hospital Tuesday morning. It is hoped she may be able to return home at 403 Western within a week or ten days.
The piece recounts Taft's college days as a popular, hardworking student at Yale, his ascent from Cincinnati law to assistant prosecutor, revenue collector, judge, solicitor general, and roles in the Philippines. It notes the Taft family unity, Helen and Charlie, and praises Taft's affable, democratic character and diplomatic handling of political staff.
Mr and Mrs George Feagans and Mr and Mrs Orville Joy leave for Los Angeles Cal where Mr Feagans recently opened a large jewelry store He plans to devote all his time to the new shop while the local store will be run by their son Lonnie Feagans
Miss Nellie Hennessy and Miss Emily Howe of the Joliet public library depart for Richmond Indiana to attend a Mbrery school. They receive a six weeks leave of absence from their employment.
Pupils at the Fargo Conservatory of Music staged a recital in the Mrs. Nelle S Young studio with Mable Bloomquist assisting. Miss Minnie Davidson won a bouquet for the composers contest amid a seven piece program praised for skill and harmony.
City churches plan a union gathering at Willow Avenue Presbyterian Church on Friday afternoon. The event aims to share plans for a community program and foster collaboration among congregations.
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