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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1908

Page

5

Radicals to Unite Watson to Head Populist Ticket

St Louis dispatch reports the Radical convention may birth a new Populist backed organization uniting Federated People’s Party Clubs and the American Monetary League. J S Coxey named temporary chair. Thomas Watson tipped for president with Bryan seen as Nebraska and Alabama delegations split on the ticket. Prohibition plank debated as delegates push anti prohibition or fusion stances.

St. Louis People's Party Popullar Party American Monetary League National Provisional Committee Itr Coxey J. S. Coxey Ohio Oxey Washington M. W. Howard Alabama Frank E. Richey Olympic Theater James H. Ferris Juliet People’s Party Thomas Watson Georgia Nebraska William Jennin Bryan Formmer Watson Meens Samuel W. Wiliams Vincennes Ind Louis Post Savings Cathera Prohibition

Taft Favored by California Republicans in State Convention Note

Oak­land district Rep Knowland reported to Hitchcock that California Republicans see Taft as the best nominee. England said a coast-wide majority supports Taft and that the state GOP abandoned a preliminary primary in favor of the May 5 primary to choose delegates. He expects Taft to win California’s solid vote at the national convention.

Ohio Knowland Oakland San Francisco Frank H. Hitchcock Engwland Taft Republican State Committee Mr. Taft California Roosevelt

Taft Secures Illinois Delegates in Chicago Peaking Fight

News from Chicago shows First Illinois district delegates instructed for Secretary Taft, surprising Cannon supporters. Madden, Dewey, and Schuyler Jr. led ward blocs to nominate Taft delegates, weakening Speaker Cannon's bid. Primary elections set for next summer amid Ohio law timing.

Cannon Men Reject Taft At Illinois GOP Convention

In Monmouth Illinois on March 31 the Republican convention of the Fourteenth district named Frank G Hen of Rock Island County and Judge D F Mack of Hancock County as delegates to the national convention endorsing Cannon A motion to substitute Tafts name was tabled 105 to 16 After a bitter fight a motion to make Taft second choice was tabled Chicago March 31 Joseph G Cannon was endorsed for the Republican nomination at the Seventh Congressional district convention in Chicago Command Postmaster Daniel A Campbell and A A Strom were chosen as delegates instructed for Cannon County Clerk Joseph G Haas and George A Mugler were selected as Presidential electors The Fifth and Sixth districts also met in Chicago and sent delegates four of whom were instructed to vote for Cannon

Monmouth Til Fourteenth District Illinois Frank G. Hen Rock Island County D. F. Mack Hancock County Cannon Taft Chicago Joseph G. Cannon Daniel A. Campbell A. A. Strom Joseph G. Haas George A. Mugler Aso

Mr Taft Leaves Today on Campaign Swing

Secretary Taft departs for a ten day trip focused on campaigning. He will speak in Columbus Ohio at the board of trade, then Chicago at the International Valon, lunch with the Press Club, and a Commercial Club toast. He proceeds to Omaha to address the McKinley Club, attends a Council Bluffs banquet, then Cincinnati Phoenix Club, with stops in Louisville and a Washington return planned.

Taft Columbus Ohio Board of Trade Auditorium Hotel Chicago Press Club Commercial Club Omaha Nebr McKinley Club Council, Bluffs Cincinnati Phoenix Club Lou Ne Etty Washington

The Post runs last chance sale for educational contest souvenirs

Next Sunday April 5 marks the final day for The Post educational contest. Get extra pictures and coupons now at The Post office while editions 1 to 64 remain on sale. shelves will not be restocked. This offer invites readers to collect world scene souvenirs before printing ends.

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Foraker League Urges Southern Republicans for President

The Foraker National League, led by H. C. Smith and J. W. Lampton, urges Southern Republicans to back Senator Foraker for the presidency. It alleges Roosevelt’s policy has split the party, with Taft less popular, and claims delegates in Florida, Alabama, South Carolina, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Ohio support Foraker. It warns that Roosevelts’ approach creates a “Lily White” faction and a compromised Republican party in the South.

South Roosevelt Taft Foraker National League Senator Foraker F Street Northwest H. C. Smith Cleveland Ohio J. W. Lampton A. M. BE. Church Claims Foraker Florida Alabama South Carolina Mississippi Tennessee Forakers League Pregur

Railroads Face Critical View As Kahe Seeks Confidence

Franklin L. Kahe Interstate Commerce Commissioner said James J. Hill overstates gloom about railroads in New York interview He noted railroads moved more traffic than offered and warned of a looming car shortage next October while urging credit support and confidence in the system. He contrasted 1907 1908 revenue per mile with last year and dismissed industrial panic while criticizing pessimistic rhetoric.

Franklin L. Kahe Interstate Commerce Commissioner James J. Hil New York Congress United States Wall Street

Indiana Platform Planks Given by Republicans

Indianapolis March 31 Republicans met in conference to recommend to the resolutions committee planks for the state convention. Local option by county unit. no change to temperance laws. tariff revisions on protective lines by a post election session. codification of corporate laws. child labor limits. indorse Fairbanks for President. oppose corporate campaign funds. banking reform to boost public confidence. labor legislation in line with progressives. Gubernatorial contenders include Watson Miller Miller and Taylor. Seven nominations to be by acclamation. Delegates meet tomorrow to form committees. Jesse Dwyer to give convention address at 2 PM with Beveridge Hemenway and Hanly presiding. a letter from Vice President Fairbanks expected.

Indianapolis Resolutions Committee Congress Charles W. Fairbanks James E. Watson Charles Miller W. 8. Taylor Hugh T. Miller Jesse Dwyerstreet Beveridge Hemenway J. Frank Hanly Fairbanks

Shooting at the polls sparks Brooklyn clash. O'Brien shot

In Brooklyn Third Assembly district Democratic primary, a quarrel led to John O'Brien being shot and likely fatally wounded. Alleged assailant Thomas Slatter fled as police used clubs to restore order at the polls.

New York Mar Brooklyn John O'Brien Thomas Slatter

April Fool Day Pranks Timed With Prohibition Debate

In Washington on April first youngsters plan pranks from blank papers to counterfeit notices as parents brace for the day. Temperance groups push anti liquor arguments before lawmakers while the Young Women’s Christian Association hosts a ladies frolic at Twelfth and F. Prince Helie de Sagan says he will sail to France April 9 and Mme Gould with children will return to Europe once she recovers, denying marriage rumors.

Washington Young Woman’s Christian Association Association Twelfth F Streets Paris Helie de Sagan France la Provence Mme. Gould Europe

Its Independence as a Desirable Newspaper Character

The passage extols a newspaper for independence and political neutrality, claiming it attracts all reader classes and earns daily demand through fearless accurate coverage of public interests. It asserts the paper uses top writers and modern facilities to deliver the best news year round.

Washington Post overview of national and financial content

The Washington Post is described as the leading newspaper published in the capital. It gathers financial news from all sections and provides full market reports for merchants and financiers. It also serves as a guide for producers and offers varied reading in its columns.

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Sunday Post praised as best visitor to the household

The illustrated magazine section features selections by prominent writers and foreign news with timely accurate illustrations. The Sunday Post is described as superior to other Sunday newspapers, a staple reader has grown accustomed to and values as a household visitor.

Sunday Post

Pink Sheet Sports Section Promises Comprehensive Coverage

The Sunday Post Sporting Section on pink paper showcases exhaustive reporting across baseball, running, trotting, billiards, auto racing, yachting, boating, golf, tennis, and swimming. It pledges accurate coverage of every outdoor and indoor sport in all climates.

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