Bitter fight erupts at Democratic Convention in Denver
Reports from Convention Hall detail a heated clash over credentials as the Democratic National Committee wrestles with contested Pennsylvania delegates and the Guffey Kerr battle. Demonstrations erupt as banners for Bryan surface, and the floor scene grows chaotic amid marching banners and shouted protests.
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Gilffer van der
Delegnien
Acton
Guffey
Kerr
Eigh Philayatyicte
Batlou- 4
Camelitue
Pendaylvenia
Gulfey
Pennsylvania
Dipiriet
Commonwealth of Fennsylvenia
State Contra Committee
Shovnoh
Penusylvania
Og. Hs
Message to Roosevelt from the Fleet
Oyster Bay July 4. A dispatch from Rear Admiral Sperry conveys the fleet’s salute to President Roosevelt. The message, signed by Sperry, thanks the president for his good wishes and recognizes the duty and responsibilities of national leadership. The President plans a luncheon with Lyman Abbott and others before a tour of navy yards en route to Cuba.
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Oyster Bay
Roosevelt
Actitel Bnevry
Bent Panfor
Chacaeradintray
San Francisin
Amecra
Sperry
Lyman Annott
Nis
Omy Lawrence
Ernest
Hohig Fs
Needham
Mark Sullivan
Col Ite
Granville
Forterqua
Se al
Cuba
One Hoy Kills Another With a Shotgun
A July Chicago boy, 14, Henry Nagel, fought with a playmate over a toy before being shot. Police report the weapon came from unknown parties and the incident is described as accidental after a quarrel near Nagel’s home. Authorities held an initial inquiry as the case unfolded.
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Chicago
Henry Nagel
Tau
Nagel
Hile House
Scronice
Gtr
Gehroeder
Masul
Americans at the Polls in Panama
Fragmented OCR text describes Americans voting in Panama with garbled phrases about events and names. Readers see references to voters, places, and an election context though specifics are unreadable. The item signals a polling scene and political participation abroad despite broken wording.
Burglars Loot Valuable Property in Disturbing Breakin
Unclear text indicates a burglary at a unnamed location with thieves obtaining valuables. The fragment mentions detectives, a possible suspect named Yor or Yor, and a scene of improvised entry leading to loss of items. Details on time, place, or identities are severely garbled.
Suitable Memorial for Cleveland Acknowledges Nation Service
A memorial for Arnvar Cleveland was proposed by the Chicago movement to honor services to the nation and Chicago. A Union League Club dinner gathered representatives from major Chicago clubs and associations as planning began for the project.
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Arnvar Cleveland
Chiago
Union League Club
Spencers
Svegentions
Chiezgo Art Institute
Coneider Plans
Dubois Wins Challenged at Democratic Convention
The credentials committee of the Democratic convention wrapped up after late hours with heated debates over the Utah, Ohio and Pennsylvania contests. Key figures like Guttry and Guffey argued over delegate seating while the New York and Columbia delegations faced swift action. The Ohio and Illinois fights shaped the final lineup as the panel upheld the national committee’s rulings amid party tensions.
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Denver
Minolethe
Columbia
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Oklahoma
Guttey
Dailver
Alf
James XL Gulley
Clement Friendly
Bryan
Col. Guifey Uni
Jieutenanta
Holane
Guffey
New York
Col
Galley
John M. Gorman
Penniglilta
Medor
Enaril
Ontiotal
Sigtly
Souklon Anes
Evidones
Ojian
Dnora
Tmabo
Difo
Penutey
Gudex
Tobdnmson
Cleveland
Minals
Nattet
National Committee
Okishome
Okishawa
Dl. Guffey
After the Black Hand Bone Throwers Exconvicts Run Kidnap Ring
A corrupt saloon crew of exconvicts in New York directs a kidnapping and blackmail scheme. The gang, tied to the Wheel Hand saloon in Maple, faces police raids and ongoing investigations as authorities pursue key figures.
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New York
Masavnes
Puwlness
Patrasine
Plague Crisis Deepens in Caracas Amid Diplomatic Strain
Caracas reels as plague rumors spark international tension. Baron DeBeckendorf presses for government queries while the United States debates involvement. Merchants impose a civic shutdown. markets close, plague hospital funding is raised, and city life grinds to a halt amid quarantines.
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Caracas
Famens
Baron DeBeckendorfz
Mhyster
Paul
Ie Bubonte Plagun
St. Wax
M Con
Ie Nhorey
Venezuela
Gatman, Ministey
Battde Plage
Anarketts Kong tuSby
Onan Bought Cheese and Got Diamonds
A humorous Philadelphia area tale recounts Onan Purchaway buying cheese from a grocer who allegedly handed over a string of diamonds instead. The shopper discovers the gems are fake and the grocer confesses no diamond ownership, leaving Onan surprised but amused by the costly bluff.
Exposition Plans Spark Talk of Large-Scale Events
Fragmentary remarks reference exhibition preparations, a bimensa time carnival, and funding estimates for the exposition. Mentions include a government approv al of 500,000 and a Chicago purchase of 11,000,000, with notes on efforts by local groups and associations in Washington.
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Ellie de Glea
Arda
Alek
Benito
Annie
Lyon
Ufat
Washington
Denver Plank Debated by Democratic Subcommittees
Denver July news notes subcommittees of the resolutions committee of the Democratic National Committee debated campaign fund publicity and a platform plank on conserving fuel resources. A report was postponed with leaders referring subjects to named members for separate consideration.
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Convanthon
Denver
Alice
Campelisn Fund
Georgy Fred’ Willams
Maseachinetts
Iudge Parker
New York
Mr. Sullivan
Aris
Yas
Mesnve
Pittigray
Novi
New York Endures Record Heatwave Stoking Fatalities and Prostration
The city faced extreme heat with morning temperatures around 82 degrees and humidity, causing one death and ten prostrations in the last 24 hours. Officials warned of continuing heat and expected cooler winds later, while hospitals reported additional heat-related cases.
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New York
Bryan's Planks Debate in Democratic Platform Discussion
Fragmented OCR text outlines Bryan's proposed planks on court powers injunctions and federal banking, plus stance on patronage reform and postal savings. It notes debate within subcommittees, references to 1904 and 1907 platforms, and party positions on judiciary authority, currency, and navy policy with emphasis on endorsing reform and federal oversight.
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Denver
S-Wiblam
Gryan
Weis
Democratic Na Monaphittorm
Saouk
Het Hert
Okininmui
Howe
Yun
Bryan Alay
Brynn
Ryan
Dryat
Eptaf
Damortney
Bneit
Navy
Fay Wiottonk
Gadorewa
Willy
Uruk
Unclear disease note from Suarlet fever item in Nebraska
Fragmentary report mentions Suarlet fever in Warshi y Nebraska and a quarantine reference. Text includes garbled names and scattered phrases about a meeting, purification, and a response to illness. Details are unreadable and no clear events or persons can be confirmed.
World Markets Closing Quotation Summary
Mixed global market frame shows U S stocks wavering while commodities quote ahead of weekly trades. Major U S and Canadian exchanges list declines and gains across metals grains and energy with notable activity in sugar coffee and pork futures.
Where to Vote for or Against the Bonds
The board of education designates polling places for the bond election. Ward locations include City Hall 45th St and Washington Ave. Grant Avenue between 22nd and 24th streets. Monell Court building at Washington Ave and 12th St. Madison Street building between 24th and 28th streets. and 645 Brodison Ave at the grocery and station store of Thomas A. Shraeve between 26th and 28th streets.
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Board of Education
Gary
Axhayers
Coos Ney
45Th St
Washington Ave
Recorder's Offtes
Grant Avenue
22Nd
Winrd Ward
Monel Eort Seiant
Washington Avenue
12Th Street
Fourth Ward
Mmdlsog Sthoot
Madison Avens
Lerten Pari
Witth Ward
Brodison Avenue
Thomas A. Shraeve
Cantaie
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