President faces test of renomination amid a “rich man’s conspiracy”
The article discusses a potential forceful path to the next national convention, the President’s stance against another nomination, and Republican fears of an inevitable candidate. It notes a reported $5,100,000 campaign fund and calls for evidence behind a “rich man’s conspiracy” while acknowledging partisan doubts and a protest from the Moyer-Haywood conference executive committee over references in a letter to Representative Sherman.
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White House
Republican Party
Sta Trath
Moyer-Haywood Conference
Sherman
Harriman
Silence Urges to End Roosevelt-Harriman Feud
Washington Post notes whispers that four men urged Sherman to keep silent on the 1904 1906 campaign clash involving Roosevelt Harriman and Rogers Rockefeller and even the President advised restraint while Sherman fled to his Utica home.
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Washington Post
York
The
Herald
Peson
J. C
James S Sherman
Dwarad
Harriman
Roosevelt
Courman
Republican Congressional Committee
H. H. Rogers
Standard Oil Company
Bluecher
Rogers
William Rockefeller
Sherman
New York
Wall Street
Utica
Harriman Witness Delayed In Stenographer Case
In New York on April 8 Frank Weib former secretary to Harriman was remanded to await arraignment on charges of willfully publishing Harriman letter to Rodney Webster. Prosecution delayed until Saturday as Harriman cannot attend. Ommen said defense ready to proceed and Harriman will testify the letter was dictated to Hill.
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New York
Frank Weib
EH. Blarkiman
Harriman
Ridney Webster
Roogevult
Paul Krotel
A E Ommen
Krotel
Harrimah
Ommen
Hig Fe
Hillets
Hill BS
Uariuman
Ohio primary ruling on public funding for elections
Columbus Ohio April. Attorney General Elis issues an opinion declaring that a direct primary for President or United States Senator cannot be held at public expense. The opinion cites existing laws and says such a primary must be privately funded and run separately from regular elections. It notes no preference for any candidate but questions feasibility of a state or county primary this year, suggesting postponement until next year.
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Univ
Elis
Ulger
United States
Senator Foraker
Friends of
Secretary At War
Taft
Eelus
Philadelphia
Reyburn
Evening Bulletin
Young Republicana of
Bulletin
Roosevelt
Penrose
Pennsylvania
Knox
Zeman
Heyburn
Big Stick
Rayburn
Washington
Mayo
Harriman Donor Ties to Republican Campaign Revealed
Representative Hull asserts Harriman contributed to the Republican fund in New York. He adds other magnates and factions supported both parties, noting Roosevelt did not solicit Harriman's donation. Hull suggests Roosevelt could be offered the nomination if he accepts, with Fairbanks as a strong alternative.
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Wellington Post
Des Moines
Iowa
D. H. Harriman
New York
J. A. WT. Hull
Washington
Tay Blarkman
Capt. Hull
Ryan
Roosevelt
Anrriman
Capt. Hill
Fairbanks
Roosevelt Portrait Sparks Des Moines Theatre Riots
A Des Moines crowd hissed a portrait of President Roosevelt at the Shigure Theater while images of Washington Lincoln and McKinley drew applause. The house darkened as police moved through aisles. lights came on and order returned, but the incident sparked widespread talk across Des Moines and Iowa.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Roosevelt
Washington
Lincoln
McKinney
Pennsylvania Leg Assembly Urged To Back Roosevelt Nomination
Secret movers in Harrisburg push a resolution endorsing Theodore Roosevelt for the Republican nominating convention next year. Two Philadelphia police friends failed to secure pledges from lawmakers. Representative Hitchcock introduces a resolution praising Roosevelt for standing against corporations and demanding square deal and regulation. Senator Knox signals Pennsylvania support for Roosevelt in the national fight.
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Roosevelt
House
Washington Post
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General Assembly
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Tioga County
Pennsylvania
Theodore Roosevelt
United States
Fairbanks Trip East Shows Democratic Demeanor
Vice President Fairbanks rode a crowded Philadelphia trolley with calm ease and democratic exposure amid strangers. Observers noted his stature, serenity, and habit of engaging with riders as he offered a glimpse of his political mind amid Southern Republican movements. Benedict on Long Island praised Cleveland and defended repudiation of Bryan, citing consistent democracy as his guide.
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Philadelphia
Fairbanks
United States
Meare
TB. C
Benedict
Long Island Sound
Benedict H
Grover Cleveland
King Victor Emmanuel Arrives in Athens on Greece Visit
King Victor Emmanuel of Italy arrives in Athens for a royal visit to King George of Greece. He is accompanied by Foreign Minister Tittoni and other officials as crowds greet the Italian ruler with enthusiasm.
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Victor Emmanuel
Italy
George
Greece
Athens
Tittoni
Marine Ahrabello
Hood's Sarsaparilla Tops Medicines in Merit and Sales
The advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla surpasses rivals in merit and cures. It notes over 40,000 testimonials in recent years, touts blood purification and cure of eruptions, strengthens the stomach, builds the system, and boosts energy. A new tablet form is advertised.
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Hood
Milford tragedy ends with murder suicide in town
Giuseppe Colabella, a 22 year old two ghose operative, shot the girl he loved and then fatally wounded himself in Milford Massachusetts. Mrs Giuseppina Polidori, wife of Rocco Polidori of Stonington Connecticut, appeared at a house with two bullet wounds in her head and was rushed to Milford Hospital in a dying condition. Colabella earlier fled to his boarding house where he exclaimed he had killed the girl he loved and would kill himself before shooting up to his room. The woman, a mother of two, lived with her parents. authorities note suspected trouble over the affair and Colabella had infatuation with her.
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Colabella
Odell Defends Speech On Grasshoppers Paranoiacs
Former Governor Benjamin B Odell defended remarks at Grillers Club dinner accusing political power seekers of vanity and dishonesty though the speech sparked Roosevelts critics. Odell kept to himself after the event insisting the remarks were not a direct attack on the President, while a Democratic commentator urged restraint from a former state leader.
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New York
Benjamin B. Odell
Grillers’ Club
Republican State Committee
Roosevelt
Odell
United States
Roosevelt, In Which He Referred To Paranoiacs and Grasshoppers, Mr. Odell
Republican
Mr. Odell
Gdell
Union
Rockefeller Jr Takes Up Estate Work In Rain At Pocantico Hills
John D. Rockefeller Jr. begins duties as superintendent of his father's estate in Pocantico Hills New York. He and his wife walked the village carrying stakes to lay out roads and grounds at the Church of the Magdalene while Father Lennon and locals watched in a light rain.
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Tarrytown
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Man Crushed in Long Island City Crusher Accident
Joseph Vartol a master mechanic employed by contractors digging the Pennsylvania Railroad tunnel under the East River was crushed to death in a stone crusher at Long Island City His clothing was caught in the machinery as he inspected the crusher and workers failed to free him despite frantic efforts occurring today in New York City April 3
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New York
Joseph Vartol
New River
Manhattan
Long Island City
Varro
Philadelphia Mayor Reyburn Defends Speech Criticism Of Central Power
Mayor Reyburn of Philadelphia explains his controversial remarks as a call for citizen awareness and constitutional rights. He denies targeting President Roosevelt or seeking Knox or Penrose support, arguing Americans must challenge centralized power and understand state and national questions.
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America
Russia
Roosevelt
Germany
Mr. Reyburn
Washington
Weather Conditions in Northeast and Lake Regions Apr 8 1907
Weather bulletin notes unsettled conditions with snow and rain in New England and Lake region. Thunderstorms in Appalachians and Southeastern zones. Colder in Mississippi and Ohio valleys. warmer later in the valley toward the Rockies. Lake Huron low pressure to shift into St Lawrence Valley, with showers in Lower Lakes and snow in Northern New England Tuesday. Display of storm warnings resumes April 10. Local data include temperatures from midnight to 9 pm, humidity, rain, and sunshine hours.
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Lake Region
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Virginia
Tennessee
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Miasteappt
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Lake Huron
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Mississippi Valley
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Ashevide
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Atlantic City
Bigmarck
Botan
Buffata
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Wye
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Cota
St Des Moines
Galveston
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T Lite Rock
Ark
Narguett
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Atta
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Omaha
Piluberg
Salt Lake City
Utah
Loula
Mor
Bing
Springfield
Vickaburg
Harpera Ferry
Wvi
Creatore Wife Granted Absolute Divorce
Anna Creatore wins absolute divorce from bandmaster Joseph Creatore in New York. They married in Berlotta, Italy in 1886 and separated years ago. Joanna Barrili, a singer formerly with the band, is named in the wife's complaint.
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Washington Post
New York
Supreme Court
Davis
Anna Creators
Joseph Creatore
Berlotta
Italy
Joanna Barrili
Assault on Minnie Spencer Prompts Rosecroft Manhunt
A man attacked Mrs Minnie Spencer as she entered her Rosecroft Maryland home. She fought him off with a heavy horse blanket, sustaining injuries. A large posse formed to hunt the suspect, joined later by Deputy Sheriff RH Vincent and local constables. The community fears the assailant remains at large as investigators extend the search.
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Rosecroft
Fisque Cumens
E. P Sininson
Merty
James A. Sweeny
Prince George County
Washington
Spencer
Alfonso and Edward Meet in Cartagena Arrival Reception
The Official Gazette announces King Renard is named honorary captain general in the Spanish army. King Alfonso and Dowager Queen Christina travel from Madrid to Cartagena to meet King Edward and Queen Alexandra. The British royal yacht Victoria and Albert, escorted by warships, is sighted. Alfonso joins Edward and Alexandra aboard the Spanish yacht Giralda for a formal greeting. The royal visitors receive a splendid welcome in Cartagena.
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Queen Alexandra
England
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War Shine
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Sultan Justifies France In Proclamation From Tangier
Official dispatches from Tangier report the Sultan calling on Moroccans to keep calm after France takes Oudja. He says France has new rights in occupying Oudja and blames Moorish excesses for the action. The Moorish government vows sacrifices to restore good relations and end the occupation.
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Tangier
France
Miss Humphreys Weds In Dresden Ceremony
Miss Jayta Humphreys daughter of Mrs T St John Gaffrey of the American consul general in Dresden married Capt Hang Heinrich von Wolf of the royal Saxon Artillery today. The ceremony occurred in the American Church of St John with a distinguished company in attendance.
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Hang Heinrich von Wolf
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Candidates Pile Up Votes In Jamestown Expo Contest
Candidates accumulate votes as the Jamestown Expo third week advances with new entrants from Virginia. Alexandria and Fairfax drew attention with leaders like Migs M Whiting and Frank M. Martin while Mrs Sallie V Drisbeck mobilizes DAR and Daughters of the Confederacy ballots. Prominent contenders include H C Blanton Arlington J Dentermann Braddock Heights and Levon R Smith Vienna among others. A party signer Mrs T N C sent in a 16 vote missive supporting Mildred Wallace.
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Sallie V. Drisbeck
Maryland Avenue
Daughters of the American Revolution
Daughters of the Confederacy
Alexandria
Migs M Whiting
Frank M. Martin
T. H Ficklin
County
H. C. Blanton
East Falla Church
C D. Stoneburr
Arlington
J. Dentermann
Earls Trumeyer
Braddock Heights
Fairfax County
H. B. Devericks
Vienne
Fannie Anderson
L. H Gibbs
Mount Vernon
Margaret Watson
West End
Nettie Bradshaw Herndon
Lilian Bonhara
Ash Grove
Levon R. Smith
Vienna
Mildred Wallace
Attempt to wreck train near Alliance Ohio
An unsuccessful attempt to wreck a fast freight on the Cleveland and Pittsburg branch of the Pennsylvania Company near Alliance Ohio occurred when the signal turned red ahead of an open switch. The train stopped by emergency brakes. A man fled the scene and vanished. police suspect the same gang linked to the Cleveland Pitt derailment.
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Brady Leases Auditorium
Chicago notes William A. Brady of New York to lease the Auditorium Theater for ten years. He will pay 100000 dollars yearly and use the venue for grand spectacles. Control to begin September 1.
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Chicago
William A. Brady
New York
Former Lincoln Mayor A H Weir Dies in Car Crash Illness
Former mayor A H Weir of Lincoln Nebraska died of heart failure in an automobile this afternoon. He had complained of illness and a friend started to take him home. Weir led a large lumber firm and served twice as Democratic mayor of the city.
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Lincoln
Neb
A. H. Weir
Taft to Discuss Wage Demands with President
Secretary Taft, while on the Isthmus of Panama, met with representatives of bosses, time keepers, and laborers who demanded higher wages. He consulted with the delegates for nearly three hours and promised to take the matter up with President Roosevelt.
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Havana
Panama
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