Prohibition nominee Eugene W. Chafin profiles and roots
Prohibition party presidential nominee Eugene W. Chafin is described as a Wisconsin native now living in Illinois. An attorney, he has previously sought the Prohibition nomination for governor of Illinois and attended the state convention, born November 1, 1892 in Walworth County, Wisconsin. He worked on a farm to help finance his University of Wisconsin studies, graduating in 1875.
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Tri-State corn crop in splendid shape ahead of last year
Special reports from Sioux City and surrounding tri state area describe corn reaching two weeks ahead of last year's growth. May and June rains stirred concern in Iowa Nebraska and South Dakota but recent warm weather boosted corn yields. Missouri valley lowlands recovered with minimal losses while South Dakota wheat oats and other grains progress and some harvest has begun.
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Rail and rail dealings arc in motion across the Midwest
The Soo road faces no county fight to reach Superior as Wisconsin accordants back the commission ruling. Wabash HQ shifts to Cleveland with a new Pittsburg depot mortgage catch, while a Richmond grand jury indicts C and O Railway officers over rebating. Burlington seeks a 300 million filing with St Paul, rejected pending a 100000 fee and full real estate disclosure. District Court Toledo names Worthington as Wheeling and Lake Erie receiver amid Gould system reorganization rumors. Canadian Pacific plans a 1500 mile pine tree belt for snow clearance, timber and posts. Interstate Commerce approves reduced 6.95 cent pulp wood rate from Spooner to Rhinelander, Wis.
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Oklahoma Land Sale Initiative Prompts Voters’ Decision
The plan under the initiative would sell 3,000,000 acres of public land in Oklahoma via a statewide referendum in November. If approved, the sale would take effect without legislative action, with proceeds funding schools and state buildings. Critics caution lands leased long term risk political favoritism and lower land stewardship compared with private ownership.
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Nation leads in airships and heavier-than-air flight
The United States recognizes practical aeronautics with trials planned at Fort Myer. The article credits French pioneer Ferber with ideas linked to Chanute and Lilienthal and mentions American inventors Farman and de la Grange influencing European airship progress.
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Noted Indiana Republican Leader Dies in Public Affairs
The article recalls a prominent Indiana Republican figure and cites his daughters Katherine and Josephine. It details a deadly runaway accident in Columbus involving Elizabeth Dupree and her mother Mary Dupree, linked to Tom Taggart of Indianapolis. It also mentions Lang Tay's theories and early aeronautics by the Wright brothers and A H Hering, noting government trials at Fort Myer and Wrights readiness to patent and demonstrate their aircraft.
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Prohibition Roadmap Tangles 1900 Politics and Speeches
Eugene W. Chafin the Prohibition presidential nominee calls for every state to speak before election. Frank L. Uitehcock named chairman of the national Republican committee. Roosevelt declines using a talking machine for campaign records. William H. Taft draft speech in process. Theodore Burton favors Taft over his own senator bid. Bryan mocks Pafl and condemns corporate campaign gifts. Republican Bangor Me nominating Fernald for governor on prohibition plank. Public demand for repeal and reform dominates the party convention debates.
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A Great Army of Pythiana in Boston Session
The twenty fifth session of the Supreme Lodge of the Knights of Pythias convenes in Boston to host a large gathering. Estimates place visiting Pythians at around one hundred thousand, with two parades scheduled the next day. The organization lists about six hundred thousand men and women as members, along with 210000? Dythian Sisters totaling around 1.4 million members.
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Commercial failures in US mid 1908 report declines
Din's Review notes 1908 first half commercial failures total 2707 with 51000 in amount, down from 3007 and 390,? as compared to last year. The report remains hopeful, indicating improvement as the period progresses despite lower totals.
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Chronology of notable historic events and figures
A compact historical list of events spanning 1174 to 1906 including battles, treaties, political changes, explorations, and notable incidents. Names such as Marlborough, Eugene, Burr, Millard Fillmore, Cervera, and Pierola appear alongside places like Alnwick Ou denarde and Constantinople, plus events from 1776 to 1906.
Controversy Over American Youth Rights and Education Policy
A government education chief condemns the idea that youths should aim for top offices, contrasting American schooling with foreign systems and linking this to calls for trade schools. The report also notes Iowa farmers visiting Ames for corn growing demonstrations and a New York Board of Education proposal on married teachers. A Dunn County agricultural faculty change names Prof James A. Wilson and Prof F. R. Crane.
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Ko Money in Wheat Costs and Middleman Margin
The Department of Agriculture surveyed Northwest farmers on costs to bring a bushel of wheat to market. Reported per acre expenses totaled 11.69 with yield 13 bushels, implying about 12.68 dollars received per acre at farm prices around 90 cents per bushel. Critics note rent and fertilizer allowances may be inflated and marketing costs cover transport to elevators.
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Ullmo stripped and sent to Devil's Island for treason
A former French naval officer, Pal Re Charles B Ullmo, has had his uniform and insignia removed and faces life imprisonment on Devil's Island for attempting to sell naval secrets to a foreign power. British expedition ends in Northwest India with 78 killed and 153 wounded after eighteen days of hostilities. Canadian survey for Fort Churchill townsite near Hudson Bay, with 160 acres for a single settler. Belgium elections show Socialist gains. current balance: Clericals 80, Liberal 43, Socialist 35, Christian Democrat 1. Japanese forces in Seoul report 872 natives killed and 62 captured after suppressing rebels. authority imposes strict measures in disaffected provinces. Persian unrest dampened but risks persist. Shah uses troops in Teheran as Russia pressures for reparations. CzarNicholas hosts King Edward and Queen Alexandra aboard Standart with a goodwill banquet. British squadron accompanies royal yacht. Taft letter fuels Panama intervention rumor but no action hinted. Panamanian government denies rumors in Pau, France.
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Notable 19th Century Writers and Public Figures Remembered
A fragmented obituary roundup honors Joel Remie Harris Richmond Pear son Hobson and others. It notes Uncle Remus author Joel Harris born December 8 1848 in Katonten J reports on Navy figures Richmond Tronson and George S Batchelor with diplomatic and political service across the era. It mentions Right Rev James J Keane Cheyenne bishop since 1882 and Murat Halstead a key journalist who shaped 19th century reporting. It concludes with David J Un the American ambassador to Germany welcomed by Emperor William in Berlin amid celebratory signals and a shifting diplomatic scene.
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