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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1908

Page

17

Gray's Boom to Promote Gray Candidacy in Denver

A Washington bureau near Fourteenth and K streets opens to boost Judge George Gray of Delaware for the Democratic nomination. Richard J Beamish leads the effort with a Wilmington office to broadcast Gray news and secure support from Delaware, Lackawanna County, and Southern states.

Tstabliel Washingtn George Gray Delaware Denver K Street Fourteenth Richard J Peanmash Philadelphia Gray Mi Beamish Gray Ray Mintauneo Pauln Amanda Deim Sal

Funeral Directors and Embalming Services Listed

A compiled list of funeral directors and embalmers with addresses and contact numbers. Key names include J William Lee, John R Wright Co, RF Harveys Sons, Spears Undertaker, WM H Sardo & Co, Thos Sergeon, Thos A Costello, Frank Geier's Sons, Geo P Zurhorst, and Geo P Zurhorst's parlors. 企业 listings provide on premises services and telephone contacts.

J William Lee Urars Commondious Rhipel Tol Moan John R Wright Chavel Speare N. W H Sardo & CO Moedera Chapel Lincoln Sergeon RSC A. Costello FLNOR Frank Geier Seventh ST Geo P Zurhorst Ladartaror Fvbalmer East Capitol

Long stands firm in bid for Republican delegate at large

Special to The Washins from Port Boston reports ex Gov John D Long will not withdraw his candidacy for delegate at large to the Republican national convention. He favors a free, uncommitted delegation and foresees a lively State convention contest with supporters of Bigney and Long. He backs Taft for president but calls for full discussion due to Ohio feud, labor sentiment, and possible colored vote defection.

Washins Port Boston John D Long Taft Ohio

Bryan is Party Lord Strong Forces Oppose Him

A column argues that after Bryan’s Denver nomination a strong anti Bryan sentiment within the Democratic party could upend his bid. It claims private interests fuel opposition, warns of a possible rejuvenation of democracy, and questions Bryan’s judgment, vanity, and leadership. The piece cites Pearsons Magazine and James Creelman as supporting sources.

Jack Childers Bryan Denver Bryans

Change His Spots and the Bryan Dilemma in 1900

The writer argues that Bryan could not win due to deep Democratic doubts and Republican gains. It criticizes Bryan’s weak appeal and suggests the party needs cohesive leadership beyond his radicalism. It notes Republican strength with several capable candidates and calls for decisive guidance to avoid defeat.

Taft Predicts Strife in Labor Capital Clashes

Secretary Taft in Chicago urges lawful cooperation between capital and labor as a looming giant contest decides share of profits. He warns against lawless wealth and calls for peaceful settlement while outlining Roosevelt era watchdogs and park drive incidents amid Omaha travel.

Chicago Taft Omaha Roosevelt Meade Emmanuel Baptist Church Yale H& B MecCagg Taft Fanu Nebr Wmila Cornell Bluffs

Bolters elect Taft men in Alabama district

Dispatches from Alabama show Taft managers report the regulars elected delegates with instructions for Taft while antis bolted led by National Committeeman Scott. Taft supporters withdrew and convened a separate convention under State chairman Thompson selecting Taft delegates. Of forty-two district delegates, ten bolted with Thompson.

Alabama Taft Scott Thompson

Taft Needs Foraker Continued Prom First Page

Ohio political discusses party fate with Dowling predicting a Democratic legislature likely this year. He cites Governor Harris’s popular administration and agricultural support, and notes Bryan’s strong nomination prospects with Johnson as a potential alternative. He warns Republicans to act to save the state.

Problame Ohio Mr. Dowling James Campbell Genator Foraker Dowling Bryan Johnson Denver Minnesota

Foraker League Charges Taft Spent Vast Sums in South

A Foraker National League statement led by Randolph Oliver accuses Taft supporters of huge spending and federal meddling in twelve Southern states. It claims Taft influence sways Democratic papers, black Republicans face threats, and that Taft backers control most delegates in key districts while Foraker delegates show strength in many conventions.

Foraker National League South Randolph Oliver League Foraker Brownsville Taft Alabama Arkansas Florida Georgia Kentucky Louisiana Mississippi North Carolina South Carolina Tennessee Texas Virginia Senator Foraker

DOUGLAS DECLARES NO CANDIDACY FOR OFFICE

Special to The Washington Post Boston Mass April 5 Former Gov William Douglas of Brockton states he is not a candidate for any political office He acknowledges his name was floated for vice president and president but says he has not sought high honors and asks his name be withdrawn from consideration for any office.

Judge Gray Delaware Pennsylvania New Jersey Maryland West Virginia New York Guy Johnson Milnnesot Wth Gow Johnson Vr Bryan Douglas Boston New England Democrats Bryan Massachusets Hs Frends New England Rhode Island Nebraska Harmon Ohio Genera Harmon Kentucky Indiana Mir Bryan Michigan Gray Johnson Glt Witdewt Suthern Appeir Agate Five Vic Bryan Denver Colorado City Gay Johnson Capital Congress Washington Minneapolis Governa Chicago Dwderick Lynth Minnesota Democratic Committee Guv Johnson Mammon Democratic Party Bryans Bette America Ae Fea Neit Ceapioining Pn Democratic Hope Pat Boston Mase William & Douglas Brockton Democratic Committee

Burt Defines Position in Gop Delegates Race in Philadelphia

Gen Burt declares he will back Taft if nominated, but would support Foraker if he is chosen. Patterson also backs Foraker, Horner and Flather claim rising support for Foraker, many Colored voters shift to the Foraker slate, while Whitaker-Horner camp asserts strength. The national committeeman race shows Burt and Patterson wary of Bieber support and Darsweille backing. Troop, former roller skater, killed himself, leaving letters citing a possible love affair as motive.

Andrew S Burt Foraker Taft Burt Ohio Organized Labor and Justice John W Patterson Gen Burt Seays Henry H Flather Rbr Horner Burt-Patterson Whatcher-Horner Sidney Bieber Bieber Horner- Flather Darneille Patterson Philadelphia Wiliam J Troop Troop

Socialist In Pulpit He Calls The Press Unfair

New York April 5 Rev Percy Buckney Grant preacher at Church of the Ascension condemned the press as unfair to labor and urged workingmen to seek not from parties or philanthropy but from service. He spoke of a new Christianity uniting scholars and workers and predicted jobs for all, while lampooning wealth and heiresses in sharp social terms.

New York Percy Buckney Grant Charles Edward Russell Stupert Humter Ray Stannard Baker Church of the Ascension Grant Dr Grant Labor

Gaelic Society Meeting at Carroll Institute

Washington Gaeli Society completes arrangements for a Wednesday 8 o'clock meeting at Carroll Institute. The program includes papers on Celtic language survivals, piano solos by Marguerite Curtis and Imogen Karns, violin pieces, and barytone solos by T A Buckley, with music titled Brian Boromhaes March, O Carolans Farewell to Music, and Sleep Storin Bhan.

Washington Gaeli Society Carroll Institute Marguerite Curtis Brian Boroimhe Maolmordha O Reilly P J Healy Imogen Karns

Wounded man found in gutter in Richmond

Special to The Washington Post reports John Curran a long time Richmond bricklayer found in a gutter at daybreak with skull fracture and stabbing wound. He was soaked and it is believed he was robbed last night. Taken to City Hospital physicians say he will not live. Curran has lived in Richmond over 50 years.

Orient Tak Washington Post Richmond Va John Curran Curran Richmond

Rebels Active in Korea Stir Tensions in Seoul

Advices from Seoul report insurgents growing bolder near Seoul with several minor clashes. The insurgent camp is buoyed by support from parts of the Korean court. Privy Councilor Ito demands suppression by Korean troops, opposing foreign help. Viscount Sone seeks clarification. The insurgents call for expulsion of Japanese from Korean soil. Marquis Ito, Japan’s resident general, is set to arrive in Seoul next Tuesday.

Tokyo Seoul Irt Viscount Sone Marquis Ito Japan

Prince Helie de Sagan delays sailing to Europe over Anna Gould union

Special from Washington Port New York April 5 reports the Anna Gould and Prince Helie de Sagan saga shifting as Gould consents to appear publicly with the prince for the first time since arriving in New York. The couple sp ent hours at the Plaza and St Regis after a long session with Edwin Gould amid family opposition. The prince delays sailing on La Provence next Thursday to avoid premature pressures and preserve Gould’s trip to France ahead of him as a prelude to potential marriage.

Satartas Maship DE Badart Io Ronak Bennie Praen Dts Havre Sliu Baltimore Anna Wihiow Prians Brest Washington Port New York Anna Gould Prince Helie de Sagan Edwin Hotel Plaza The St Regis George Gould Prince Helles la Provence Prince Hellen France Mme Gould Himsel

Warner Continues Fight After Primaries in Maryland

Brainard H Warner of Kensington declares he will persist in seeking a Congress seat, despite defeat in the South Maryland district primaries. He carried Montgomery County while Col Pearre won Allegheny, and says delegates are uninstructed and he will press his campaign until the June convention in Dingers Town, Md.

Brainard H Warner Kensington Maryland Cltriet Dingers Town Republican Party Congress Montgomery County Col Pearre Allegheny Mr Warner

Observer Watches Federal Officeholders in Rockville Rally

An observer at the Rockville district Republican primary reported that a man named T. Williams, identified as a U.S. government representative, was dispatched to monitor federal officeholders and assess whether they engaged in pernicious activity during the Saturday polls.

Washington Post Rockville T &. Willaims Washington United States Federa

Foods Tested on Fleet by Pay Inspector Henry A Dent

Pay Inspector Henry A Dent reports to the Navy on taste tests of powdered, dehydrated, and condensed foods from the fleet cruise around South America. Powdered milk fell short of cow’s milk. condensed milk performed better. Powdered eggs were highly satisfactory for scrambling or omelets. Dehydrated cranberries, cabbage, soup greens, and potatoes met cruise requirements, but dehydrated spinach and onions did not.

Henry A Dent Feet Atlantic Navy Department South America

California Cities Rally for Sailors as Fleet Arrives

Paso Robles and San Diego host lavish entertainments for Admiral Evans and the fleet. Evans enjoys mud baths and hillside drives, praising the treatment as improvements. Cities prepare arches, electric outlines, balls, banquets, and boxing bouts to welcome the ships. The fleet sails from Magdalena to arrive in San Diego on April 14 for a four day stay.

Paso Robles Hot Springs Cal Robly D Evans F. Taylor Evans Surge McDonald L. B. Phillips George Torney Presidio San Francisco Orlock California San Diego Atlantic Coronado Beach Jos Angeles James J Jeffries Golden Keys Admiral Evans Magdalena Wit

PLAN NAVY BALLOON CORPS FOR AERONAUTICS STUDY

Navy officials advocate establishing an aeronautic unit for the service. Rear Admiral Chester supports airships as future warfare tools while funds delay plans for Magdalena Box experiments. A Tyrolean airship is under construction for testing, with Lieut Robert Henderson and Missouri crew pursuing similar aims near the fleet coast.

Navy Army Nal Aeronaute Corps Army Signal Corps Chester Ign Stanch Chester Frans Tyledo Naval Officrs Washington Robert Henderson Missouri Annapolis, Academy

Sharp to Command Vessel Amid Naval Leadership Shuffle

Commander Alexander Sharp is assigned as assistant to the superintendent of the naval gun factory at Waenington and will succeed Captain Seaton Schroeder in command of the battleship Virginia. Commander Charles A Gove will be relieved of command of the Mlwauhsa by Commander Charles Boars, attached to the Bureau of Equipment and in charge of the hydrographic office.

Alexander Sharp Naval Waenington Seaton Schroeder Virginia Charles A Gove M Lwauhsa Charles € Boars Bureau of Equipment Hydrographic Office

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