Doubt in Illinois Leads Yates for Governor Nominee
Chicago returns from Illinois primary show Charles Denes tine leading Richard Yates for the Republican nomination by about 4,000 in Cook County. James Hamilton Lewis leads the Democratic governor race with an estimated 16,000 plurality statewide, while Lawrence Stringer appears favored for the U S Senate Democratic recommendation.
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Charles Denestine
Richard Yatés
James Namilten Lewis
United States
George Edinson Poss
Cook County
Albert J. Hopkins
William J. Moson
Hopkins
Uniteds Senate
Cool County
Denren
Chicwga
Fosse
Cnitel
Hamilton Lewis
Sky Pilot Up In Ohio Balloon Flight
The Sky Pilot balloon made a second flight from Canton under Aero Club of Ohio auspices with Walter Monroé aboard. The craft rose near 12:30 pm on a southwest route, landed safely at Stidwell 62 miles south, and no injuries were reported. Morgan and Wade plan a trophy for the longest 100 mile plus flight.
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Wade
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Calis Roosevelt Disloyal Described In German Pamphlet
A Berlin pamphlet titled Eheogore Roosevelt portrays Theodore Roosevelt as an average impulsive man with muscular strength over intellect. It claims he was a raging socialist in heart and cites his jingo Navy conduct as responsible for the Spanish war. The piece notes the pamphlet's wide circulation and influence.
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Washington Post
Berlin
Otto von Wnottberg
New York
Berliner Lokalanzelger
Lokalangelger
Eheogore Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Nuttberg
Navy
Cardinal Gibbons Health Improves in Rome Visit
Cardinal Gibbons recovers from illness and visits the Vatican. He presents a mission letter to Pope Pius X outlining aims to convert Americans to Catholicism. The Pope approves the mission and promises a papal rescript. Doyle O Connell and Mrs Gary are among those present.
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United States Steel Corporation
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American Fleet Arrives in Auckland New Zealand
Sixteen US Navy ships of the Atlantic fleet anchored off Auckland after a three day voyage from San Francisco via Honolulu. Rear Admiral Sperry led the squadron, which will stay through next Saturday amid elaborate ceremonies, parades, and fireworks. The visit includes a reshaped Michaelmas holiday for local schoolchildren and a notable diplomatic note over an armed rifle match deemed illegal under imperial law.
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New Zealand
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Connecticut
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Roosevelt
United States
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Calaveras Fire Threatens Famous Big Trees
Fire in Calaveras county burned since Sunday night endangering the Calavera grove and Utica mine flume water supply. About six hundred forest rangers and volunteers fought the flames, saving the grove and driving game into the valley. Thousands of dollars in property lost, danger now believed over.
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Wright Makes Public Flight Test Near Le Mans France
Wilbur Wright of Dayton Ohio conducted a public flight in Le Mans lasting about two minutes forty six seconds with the aeroplane achieving about 60 feet altitude. He demonstrated mastery of takeoff, circling and controlled descent before landing safely to cheers from spectators including French aeronauts and Russian officers. Weather was clear with a light NW breeze as the event drew global aviation interest and optimism for further tests next week.
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Wright brothers test flight astonishes Lemans spectators
Hart Berg, European representative for the Wright brothers, gave the official time as one minute 46 seconds for a 3 kilometer run. The Lemans crowd, including many youths who were not invited, crowded trees along the course and cheered loudly as Mr. Wright passed by.
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Farman disapoints at Brighton Beach flight record
Special to The Washington Post Henry Farman the French English aviator flew three times at Brighton Beach this afternoon in safety. About two thousand people filled the inclosure and four thousand watched along Coney Island boulevard. Farman in his first trial covered 560 yards at about 40 miles an hour. He said he would accept no contest unless it involved the Wright brothers.
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New York
Henry Farman
Brighton Beach
Goney Island
Th. Hin
Farman
Sid
Wright Brothers
Poll tax ruling questions personal payment and disenfranchisement
Virginia Supreme Court considers whether poll tax must be paid personally and with funds, a ruling that could disenfranchise many voters who pay by check via agents. Judge Martin paid by check, rendering his stance ironic as the constitution requires personal payment. The case clarifies who may vote under the new constitution.
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T Court
Martin
Norfolk
Kaiser Aids Zeppelin Despite Catastrophe
Berlin reports Emperor William III donated 325 000 to Count Zeppelin to fund a new airship. He met Herr Rathenau and praised German unity shown by donations. Zeppelin blamed mechanics and steering flaws for landings. a nephew cites high atmospheric electricity as a possible ignition source during the disaster.
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Tillman in Paris backs Bryan in U S politics
Special telegraph report from Paris quotes South Carolina Senator Tillman praising Bryan as likely to win US election. He criticizes Taft and Roosevelt events, notes Bryan’s broad popularity abroad, and cites David de Ryans in Paris doubting Bryan’s tariff stance. Also mentions Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance assets and surplus.
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Kerens First to File in Missouri Senate Nomination
Jefferson City Mo Aug Col Kerens of St Louis millionaire railroads banks mines paper owner filed with the secretary of state today formal declaration of his candidacy for the Republican nomination for United States senator. Kerens is the first candidate to file an official declaration under state law. he previously ran for the senate four years ago.
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R. CO. Kerens
St. Louis
Riews
United States
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Tae
Belator
William Warner
HANGS SELF IN TRAIN'S WAY
Robert M. Miller a New York carpenter unable to find work killed himself by tying a rope to a bridge above the New Haven and Hartford tracks in the Bronx and jumping. His body hung between northbound trains as an empty pay envelope with the message Your services are no longer required was found in his pocket.
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Robert M. Miller
New Haven
Hartford
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Governor Hughes Favored for Prohibition State Ticket
Syracuse reports strong Prohibition support for Gov Charles Bl Hughes at the state convention. City headquarters and frequent party conferences suggest Hughes may be approached. he reportedly declined the nomination, while hardliners pressed for a bid amid factional tensions.
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Prohibition
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Adirondacks
Slashes Girl With Razor On Atlantic City Boardwalk
Special report from Atlantic City describes Luisa A Fort an octoroon girl attacked by an insane man named Hindes or Hindoo on the boardwalk near Tennessee avenue. He lurked in an alcove and sprang, slashing her multiple times before police dragged him away. The victim was hospitalized with serious injuries but may recover.
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Atlantic City
Tennessee Avenue
Heckler
Ana
Two hosts to boom Hughes in Republican drive
A New York report details plans to accelerate support for Governor Hughes. A monster mass meeting is planned in Madison Square Garden before the Saratoga convention to sway Republicans, with independent circles forming a parallel drive and a nonpartisan campaign committee eyed for leadership.
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Lodge for Ambassador Reportedly Considered in Taft Victory
Diplomatic circles report that if Taft wins the presidency he may appoint Henry Cabot Lodge as ambassador to the court of St James. The London dispatch notes widespread interest in Lodge as a likely choice amid party discussions.
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London
Taft
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Hotel Keeper Shot In Street Brawl Wounding Several Nearby
In a street incident today Oscar Palster was shot and seriously wounded. Rayman, May Sillicock Stratford, and Edwina Blarithet Holyoke were present. Palmer left but returned, then a shot wounded Bates, Disachette, and others. Real estate official F. TD. Rawlings at 106 Pa ave was involved in related notices.
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Oscar Palster
Rayman
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New York Waiter Learns of Vast Inheritance
Gottfried Probst, claiming he is the alien heir to a Bavarian estate left by Paul Hoffman, continues working as a Brooklyn waiter after being found by the estate’s executor after twelve years. He says Hoffman, a distant relative who prospered in shipping with India, left about 50 million to be divided among several heirs. Probst mentions a sister in Charleston, South Carolina, who will share the bequest.
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Paul Hoffman
India
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Charleston
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Airship Line Formed In Boston Venture
Boston based Aerial Navigation Company Incorporates to run freight and passenger services by airship between Boston New York and other points. Capital stock listed at 50000 dollars. Incorporators named include H Bond CG H Bond of Boston and James L Bruce of Waltham.
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Waltham
Printers Gather in Boston for Typographical Union Session
Delegates from every section of the country arrived in Boston today to attend the convention of the International Typographical Union and the Stereotypers and Electrotypers Union. The convention will be in session four days, beginning Monday morning.
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International Typographical Union
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Thaw Bankruptcy Case Shows Sanity Question and Income Safeguards
Ex governor Stone, Thaw’s counsel, signals Thaw’s sanity may override insanity verdict with a push to bring him here for a sane ruling. Referee Blair orders Thaw to appear August 2 for bankruptcy adjudication as creditors’ claims, with trustee Roger O’Mara contesting. O'Reilly accuses Thaw of debts, vows to press $37,000 claim. Thaw's income and Evelyn Nesbit Trust reportedly shielded.
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New York
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Roger O'Mara
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