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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1912

Page

7

Parker Elected Chairman Despite Bryan's Fight

Parker wins the chairmanship in a contest backed by a coalition of Conservative Leaders with Clark Harmon and Underwood men. The Nebraska race saw Wilson forces and other progressives support a Kern ally after a speech.

Clark, Harmon and Underwood Wilson Kern

Parker Wins Temporary Chair at Democratic Confab

Alton B. Parker of New York elected temporary chairman at the Baltimore Democratic national convention, defeating William J. Bryan 579 to 506 as Kern withdraws and Bryan vows to continue the progressive fight. The clash centers on two thirds rule and Wall Street influence.

Baltimore Alton B. Parker New York Clark Harmon Underwood William J. Bryan Wilson James A. O'Gorman Bryan Nebraska Committee On Parker John W. Kern Indiana Kern Harmony Fitzgerald Brooklyn Mr. Bryan Democratic Party Wall Street Marshall Indianan Thomas R. Marshall Judge Parker Mr. Parker O'Gorman Culberson Texas Luke Tea Tennessee Clayton Alabama James FE. Campbell Ohio Folk Missouri Aryan Mr Kern Progress William Jennings Bryan

Novel Trick With Matches to Form a Perfect Square

A puzzle note explains moving one of four matches arranged in a cross to create a perfect square with the tiny central spot as the new square. The move must keep matches straight and unbroken, with the other three fixed. A second item promotes simple dieting, arguing fewer foods per meal is healthier and that modest meals can surpass lavish courses.

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Flowered procession in London honors Alexandra Day with aristocratic sellers

In London on Alexandra Day hundreds of titled women including Consuelo Vanderbuilt and the Duchess of Marlborough sold blossoms in the streets. About 30 000 women participated with proceeds to charity via Queen Alexandra’s causes. Some posies were artificial crafted by blind and crippled children.

London Duchess of Marlborough Consuelo Vanderbuilt England Alexandra Markme Fee Ee Gee Ead Land Yandra Princesa Denmark Prince of Wales Edward VII Queen Alexandra King George

When Buying, Buy Only the Best Coats No More but Gives the Best Results

H. L. Blomquist of Esdaile Wisconsin states his wife finds Foley's Honey and Tar Compound the best cough remedy on the market after trying various kinds. Lemmon's Pharmacy.

H. L. Blomquist Esdaile Wis Foley Lemmon

Cold remedies and safety for children in town

There are people who neglect a mere cold that can develop into diphtheria bronchitis or pneumonia. Foley's Honey and Tar Compound stops coughs quickly and cures colds without opiates making it safe for children. Lemmon's Phare.

Foley Lemmon

Hairpin proposed as ideal tool for state reform

A political speaker asked where to find an instrument to unlock every department for the people. A suffragette shouted hairpin as the perfect fit, delicate, adjustable, unassuming, and popular.

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