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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1908
Page
3
The Posts recap shows War Secretary Gained two uncontested votes in Illinois and two in West Virginia. Uninstructed delegates from Porto Rico surprised Taft, while Hul tatters claim 18 to 23 in Massachusetts.
The notice reports a marriage on Saturday April 4 1908 performed by Lie Ray Wallace, naming Rollins and Tyler families and listing several other notices and interments from Baltimore and nearby, including memorials and funeral directors. The mixed fragment includes death notices and funeral references with dates and addresses.
Special to The Washington Post from South Bend Ind April 4 an attack by saloon elements on the home of Rev Luther Peter in Lapaz left windows broken and his daughter injured. The pastor has actively worked for reform and unity in the community.
A historical delegate roll shows 980 needed for nomination with 401 elected to date. 292 instructed for Taft, 154 for Cannon, 84 for Fairbanks, 30 for Hughes, 44 uninstructed, 38 contested, 42 undetermined. Thirty four delegates were elected last week, with Taft gaining two final votes and West Virginia adding two. Speaker Cannon added fourteen delegates from his state, marking the week’s notable shifts.
Gov. Hughes declines to name or influence delegates to the Republican national convention to be held in New York City next weekend. In a letter to State committee chair Timothy Woodruff he urges party unity and free voter expression, saying delegates should be accountable to the voters and not the governor.
In Manila on April 4 the Democratic convention defeated a resolution condemning Taft’s administration by one vote. The body endorsed Bryan for President, urged tariff reform, and elected six delegates to the national convention amid a split between radical and cautious factions. In Chicago Taft laughed, saying it was funny they did not condemn him.
Salisbury N C April 4 The Rowan County Republican convention endorsed William Howard Taft for president with Fairbanks as second choice The Roosevelt administration was endorsed and delegates to the congressional convention at Taylorsville this month were instructed to vote for no candidates opposing Roosevelt policies Charles H Cowles of Wilkes will be supported as a delegate to the national convention
A marriage notice lists ages and towns for pairs including John Dryden 88 of Richmond Virginia and Belle Battle 38 with Rev R P Williams. Other entries include Rev Henry K Sheldon 87 and Allen M Wing 23 of New York and Rev F M Bristol with Richard K Tyler 39 and Louise N Rollins 89. Additional couples span Baltimore Maryland and Rockfish Virginia with various ministers and names.
Health office record lists deaths reported to 12 pm April. George C Rosser 74, Kas Sweeney 28, Adolph Ahlers 71, Jane McGann 62, Mary Becker 72, Wm Hannehker 38. Locations include Govt Hosp Insane, Wash Asyl Hosp, 626 Va avose, 929 Sth st ne, 45 S st nw.
Representative Sulzer relays W J Bryan’s acceptance for the Jefferson Day banquet in New York. Bryan plans to speak on The Art of Government, amid club opposition and a proposed alternative dinner by anti Bryan factions.
In Chicago on April 4, Johnson supporters in Minnesota and Chicago circulated a letter at the Grand Pacific Hotel arguing that under the old conditions defeat is certain and urging rehabilitation of the party with a November victory. The letter, printed on Minnesota Democratic committee stationery, is read by party officials including Frederick B. Lynch as Bryan supporters discuss delegate plans at 61 Clark Street ahead of the Springfield state convention on April 23.
Louis Hay, chairman of the Taft organization executive committee in New York State, asserts that New York's Taft movement arose independently of Wall Street. He says founders believed Taft best for president and rejects claims of Wall Street involvement, noting bankers and financiers support various candidates.
Special to The Washington Post Taft plans wrestling promotion after Gotch Hackenschmidt bout a 400 pound Japanese fighter could challenge Gotch sparking Republican concern. Also an auction of rare furniture paintings and a naval academy exam notice. Ocean steamer movements list arrivals and sailings with multiple routes and ships.
Secretary of War taft speaks to about 360 members of the Commercial Club in Chicago praising the Panama Canal for expanding Asiatic trade and urging subsidies for Pacific coast steamers. He critiques consular pay, urges universal embassies, and notes guarded remarks on politics while praising patriotism efforts.
An advertisement offers a free trial of the Great Pyramid Pile Cure claiming quick relief for sores ulcers congestion and inflammation. After the sample, a full treatment can be purchased from Pyramid Drug Co. at 90 Pyramid Building Marshall Michigan with mail delivery in a plain sealed package.
Mrs F E Henderson of Milwaukee reports strong results from Peruna tablets after years of frequent colds and head catarrh. She credits the tablet form for improved health and tolerance to bad weather. Portland resident Mrs Josephine Holst also notes two months to clear chronic throat catarrh after starting Peruna.
Special to The Washington Post New York April 4 details show Mrs. Vanderbilt seeks absolute divorce with custody of their son staying with her. Only servants will be examined, including Vanderbilt’s valet and Mrs Vanderbilt’s French maid. Alfred Vanderbilt’s headship return and a codicil to her will shift estate to his wife and Cornelius. Alfred’s share reportedly small or cut off.
Philadelphia mayor Reyburn calls a meeting of the Citizens Permanent Relief Committee to devise ways to relieve distress among the unemployed. He will seek council approval for relief funding after a visit from the unemployed committee. The action follows reports of widespread joblessness in the city.
A Roosevelt letter applauds the Pittsbury Chamber of Commerce for endorsing a conference to conserve natural resources. He notes coal, wood, and iron decline threaten commerce and urges similar groups nationwide to act. Also, an Old Folks Concert at the Rochambeau on April 23 benefits St Thomas Church.
Miss Helen Sauerbler of 815 Main Street St Joseph Michigan writes that a winter cold developed into head and throat catarrh affecting appetite and spirits. A friend cured by Pe mona guided her to try it. after three days phlegm lessened and appetite returned, and within nine days she was back to usual health.
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