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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1908

Page

3

Gray's Gray Johnson boom for 128 votes launched

A new bureau near Fourteenth and K streets in Washington will promote Judge George Gray of Delaware as the Democratic presidential candidate. Richard J Beamish of Philadelphia heads it, with parallel efforts in Wilmington and a broader national push backed by Gray clubs. The plan aims to deny Bryan the Denver nomination by consolidating votes across Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, and West Virginia, with Johnson and Douglas also vying for regional support.

Tstabliel Washingtn George Gray Delaware Denver K Street Fourteenth Richard J Peanmash Philadelphia Gray Mi Beamish Gray Ray Mintauneo Pauln Amanda Deim Sal Pennsylvania Lackawanna County Hue Apd South Judge Gray North Dervel Wilmington Washington Del League of Cray Clubs New Jersey New York New England Mr Bryan Bryan Wanda Maryland West Virginia Guy Johnson Milnnesot Wth Gow Johnson Vr Bryan Douglas Boston New England Democrats Massachusets Hs Frends Rhode Island Nebraska Harmon Ohio Genera Harmon Kentucky Indiana Mir Bryan Michigan Gray Johnson Glt Witdewt Suthern Appeir Agate Five Vic Bryan Colorado City Gay Johnson Capital Congress Minneapolis Governa Chicago IDderick @ Lynth Minnesota Democratic Committee Guv Johnson

Funeral Directors and Embalmers Listings Across City

A compiled ad page lists multiple funeral directors and embalmers with contact details and on site chapels. Wm J William Lee John R Wright Co RF Harveys Sons Speare WM H Sardo Co Thos Sergeon Thos Costello Frank Geier's Sons Geo P Zurhorst and others advertise services and reasonable prices with phone numbers and street addresses.

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 by GOP delegate plan amid Bay State contest

Special to The Washins reports ex Gov John D Long will not withdraw as a delegate candidate and foresees a lively split at the State convention next Friday between Long and Bigney camps. He backs Taft for president, urges freedom for delegates, cites Ohio feud labor sentiment and potential colored vote shifts as reasons for an open, noncommittal convention slate.

Washins Port Boston John D Long Taft Ohio Cneiin

Bryan is Party Lord Strong Forces Oppose Him

A critical column by Jack Childers argues Bryan’s nomination by the Denver Democratic convention could trigger a political upheaval. It claims private interests oppose him, predicts a rejuvenated but cautious party, and questions Bryan’s judgment, vanity, and counsel, urging a steadier, more reliable candidate.

Jack Childers Bryan Denver Bryans

Change His Spots On Bryan In The 1900 Race

A critical editorial argues Bryan should not be the Democratic nominee in a year seen as pivotal. It notes doubts among Democrats about his electability, cites loss of Southern support, and notes weaker standing in the North and West. It rails against clinging to Bryan and urges cohesive leadership to avoid defeat. It contrasts Republican timber with Democratic disarray and calls for decisive guidance toward a sustainable, democratic government.

Bryan Republican Party Democratic Party Cleveland M America

Taft Predicts Strife as Labor and Capital Clash

Secretary Taft told Chicago railway conductors that conflict between labor and capital will decide shared profits and future lawfulness. He praised lawful capital labor unions while warning against devious wealth, urged peaceful resolution and noted park drive police interactions and Chicago Club luncheon.

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 reporting that regulars elected delegates instructed for Taft while antis bolted led by National Committeeman Scott. Anti Taft claim says delegates were chosen without instructions and Taft withdrew to organize a separate convention under State Chairman Thompson, selecting Taft delegates. Only ten of forty-two delegates bolted with Thompson.

Alabama Taft Scott Thompson

Taft Needs Foraker a Democratic Legislature Predicted

Ohio politics loom large as Dowling predicts a Democratic legislature this year, potentially replacing Gov Foraker with James Campbell and boosting Bryan’s presidential bid. He argues the GOP cannot save the state and notes Gov Harris’s popularity with farmers. Johnson could be a stronger rival to Bryan if he were nominated.

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

Foraker League Charges Taft Money Use in South

A Foraker National League statement led by Randolph Oliver accuses Taft supporters of spending vast sums and federal officials backing Taft in twelve Southern states. The missive notes Democratic papers warning colored Republicans and cites 256 Republican convention votes in the region.

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 DENIES SEEKING POLITICAL OFFICE

Special to The Washington Pat Boston Mase April 5 Former Gov William H Douglas of Brockton declares he is not a candidate for any political office He says his name has been suggested for Vice President or President but he has not sought such honors and asks his name be removed from consideration

Washington Pat Boston Mase William & Douglas Brockton Democratic Committee

Burt Defines Position in Local Delegates Race for Taft or Foraker

Gen Andrew S Burt, a delegate candidate, backs Foraker and would support Taft if Foraker is defeated. His ticket mates Patterson and Flather Horner push Foraker, claiming growing support among voters and many colored supporters shifting to the Horner Flather side. Competition for national committeeman shows Bieber favored by the Horner Flather group while Darneille lacks Burt Patterson backing. A separate note reports William J Troop’s death by laudanum linked to a love affair.

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

Socialist in pulpit rails at press and nobility in sermon

New York April 5 Rev Percy Buck ney Grant at Church of the Ascension denounces the press and political parties as unfair to labor. He predicts jobs for workers, extols a new Christianity blending love for brethren with socialism, and mocks heiresses who wed titles while critiquing public leaders and Congress.

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

Gaelic Society Will Meet at Carroll Institute

Washington Gaelic Society has arranged a meeting at the Carroll Institute on Wednesday at 8 o'clock. A musical program follows papers and discussion. Miss Marguerite Curtis will perform two piano solos and play Brian Borome's March and a lament. Rev Dr P J Healy will lecture on Celtic language survivals in Gaul and Galatia. Miss Imogen Karns will perform violin pieces and Dr T A Buckley will sing baritone selections.

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 John Curran a longtime Richmond bricklayer was found at daybreak in a gutter with a fractured skull and a stab wound. He was soaked and believed robbed last night. Taken to City Hospital doctors say he will not survive.

Washington Post Richmond Va John Curran Curran Richmond

Rebels Active in Korea Surge Near Seoul

Advices from Seoul indicate rising insurgent activity around Seoul with several minor clashes. The insurgent faction is said to be buoyed by support from parts of the Korean court as officials urge suppression by Korean troops, opposing foreign involvement. Viscount Sone seeks clarification as to the demand. Marquis Ito, Japan's resident general, is expected to arrive in Seoul next Tuesday.

Tokyo Seoul Irt Viscount Sone Marquis Ito Japan

Prince Helie de Sagan Delays Sailing Over Miss Gould

Special to The Washington Port New York April 5 details the evolving romance of Miss Anna Gould and Prince Helie de Sagan. A public appearance at the Plaza and a later St Regis gathering signal a new step to counter family opposition while the prince postpones sailing on La Provence to guard against press and gossips.

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 Keeps Fight For Congress Despite Defeat In Primaries

Brainard H Warner of Kensington vows to pressure the Republican convention in dingers town Md to nominate the party candidate for Congress. He carried Montgomery County while Col Pearre won Allegheny, and he claims delegates are uninstructed as he resists county leaders and rings, stressing persistence and public duty.

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

Officeholders Watched in Rockville Primary

An observer at Rockville district Republican primary polling was identified as T and Williams, a supposed representative of the United States government. He was said to be sent to monitor Federal officeholders and assess whether they engaged in pernicious activity.

Washington Post Rockville T &. Willaims Washington United States Federa

Foods Tested on Fleet Reveal Powdered Foods Shortfalls

Pay Inspector Henry A Dent reports on taste tests aboard the Atlantic battleship fleet during the South American cruise. Powdered milk proved poorer than condensed milk as a cow milk substitute. Powdered eggs rated highly, suitable for scrambling or omelets. Dehydrated cranberries cabbage soup greens and potatoes met requirements, while dehydrated spinach and onions fell short.

Henry A Dent Feet Atlantic Navy Department South America

California cities vie to entertain fleet on Evans visit

Paso Robles hosts Rear Admiral Evans who baths and rides the hills improving health as California towns along the coast prepare elaborate receptions. San Diego celebrates fleet return with arches electric lights and events while Los Angeles and Coronado plan boxing bouts and naval honors ahead of Magdalena departure.

Jos Angeles James J Jeffries Golden Keys Admiral Evans San Diego Magdalena Wit

PLAN NAVY BALLOON CORPS DISCUSSED AT NAVY ACADEMY

Anxious officers push for an aeronautics plan in the navy with Rear Admiral Chester backing airships for future war. A Magdalena balloon for experiments was planned but halted due to funds. An airship built in Toledo will be tested by a naval board, while Lieut Robert Henderson and others eye shipborne air power. The Gordon Bennett winner balloon could spur aerial navigation in Annapolis curriculum.

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

Sharp Assists Superintendent in Waenington Naval Plant

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

Hungry Child Struggles With Study Due To Poor Diet

A report notes that inadequate nutrition harms a growing child's ability to study and progress in school. Excess tissue waste from growth is worsened by insufficient meals, leading to trouble in learning and development.

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