05 Nov 1908
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Newspaper
The Joliet Daily Republican
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1908
Page
1
A district honors Sapp with a strong tribute noting his two year majority rose by five thousand votes despite a bitter personal war waged against him. The reference highlights continued support and a decisive electoral margin.
Investigators exposed calumny to support Congressman Howard M. Snapp after a 14 000 vote majority, up from 9 000 two years ago. The piece argues the public disbelieved attacks, citing Snapp’s rise on post office and census committees and his proven accessibility and influence.
The report notes Taft carried 30 states to Bryan 16, with Taft totals around 562 264 votes and Bryan about 412 664. It mentions Senate split with a Republican majority and a likely canal bond issue and bank law amendment passing.
The board of canvassers began tallying votes this morning and hopes to finish by Friday night. Officials seek a precise result as they work through ballots and verify totals.
The canvassing board led by County Clerk A B Mottinger and Judges Nichols and Jackson began counting at 10 am and aimed to finish soon. Officials warned tiny irregularities could delay results but expected no change to the statewide outcome. margins for the Republican candidate were already large.
Rock Island freight blocked the South Chicago street crossing shortly before 6 this morning, holding back trains and stopping early traffic to the Chicago and Joliet Car Barn area. Workers then walked around the blockage as the blockade lasted nearly 30 minutes.
Philp Bretmeyer, Republican, wins the Detroit mayoral race by a 2,682 plurality over incumbent William Thompson. The text notes criticism faced by the congressman and cites Bretmeyer upholding constituents' rights. County tallies for the district show Snapp carrying Kane, McHenry, and Winfields counties with varying margins.
Hundreds of teachers head to Joliet for Northern Illinois Teachers Association meetings of high public interest. Noted men will speak, outlining educational priorities and policy concerns.
Health Commissioner Schueseler proclaims Joliet nearly free of epidemic diseases as diphtheria and other contagious illnesses have been stamped out. The Loucks family quarantine on South Ottawa Street lifted thanks to anti-toxin. Dr A H Patterson aided health officers in fighting the outbreak. No scarlet fever in Joliet for over a month and few pneumonia cases amid weather change. No typhoid fever remains.
Telegraph report details a November Chicago crash on Polk street where a Hummer collided with three empty Burlington cars. Dergon Innes of Bloomington, George Innes, and Joseph McNeil were injured. two coaches demolished. Traffic delayed hours.
Delegates from twelve hundred educators begin arriving in Joliet for the Northern Illinois Teachers Association. The first session opens tomorrow at the high school auditorium and hotels in town are expected to fill. Private families will host visitors, and Warden Murphy promises courtesy to delegates with badges. Most schools will close for the holiday to accommodate the conference. Delegations visit local schools, including Farragut and Joliet Township high, as organizers discuss apportionment and public education.
Information filed in the county court charges nine saloonkeepers with keeping their establishments open on Sunday. Arraignment set for Saturday morning. Named defendants include Mrs Angelo Tol toll of Lockport, Martin Zegar, Joseph Dollinger, Valentine Panick Guts ker, Sidney Cheney, Daniel Schoop, and Thomas Stewart plus Joliet and Rockdale men.
Miss Carrie Schiek and Dr. Philip McGinnis were quietly married yesterday by Rev. Father Van Pelt at Sacred Heart parish. They were attended by Miss Mary Liess and Henry Leonhardt, and will reside at 533 North Chicago Street after November 15.
Administrator of the estate of Mrs. Alice Lye brings a 510,000 action against City Treasurer Martin B Schuster alleging carelessness in an auto accident. The suit cites negligence as the basis for the claim and seeks damages.
Arthur W. Hayes, as administrator for Mrs. Alice Lye, sues City Treasurer Martin B. Schuster for 10000 claiming death occurred when Mrs. Lye was struck by Schuster's touring car at noon on September 18 at the Jefferson Ottawa corner. The case was filed in Circuit Court with statements alleging driver carelessness and excessive speed. Mrs. Lye is survived by husband John Lye and two young children.
A West story asserts a haunted ghost tale about the Rose Bud Reservation, denying that it belongs to the daughter of outlaw Jack Sully. Local authorities debunk the claim as unfounded rumor.
Wakpala South Dakota reports no foundation for Chicago dispatch alleging a daughter of Jack Sully has legal rights to Rosebud lands. No tribal allotment unless land remains. possible tribal fund participation for Mrs Sing and her Chinese husband if rights prove.
LaPorte Indiana November 5 Alice Roubick stands charged with murdering Bahm Nicks a wealthy Chicago jewelry dealer in a case centered on a romantic motive. The defense contends the evidence fails to prove intent beyond a reasonable doubt.
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