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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1908
Page
24
Dozens of notes discuss delegates at large and the Ohio plan as the Taft camp maneuvers to influence state and national conventions. Mention of Foraker, Cannon, and attempts to control caucuses and rump conventions amid party power plays and African Methodist Episcopal bishops' influence.
Contending factions in Ohio Republicans argue that Tafte delegates were irregularly chosen and cannot be recognized by the national committee. Senators plan to seat delegates from twenty two districts despite protests, aiming to influence the national convention agenda in Chicago.
In a tense sparring display at the Western arena, Fitzgerald edges Landers through a close decision. Both fighters exchange hard blows as the bout stays competitive through rounds, with Fitzgerald sustaining early pressure and Landers delivering jabs in the late exchanges.
Pale and weak patients show loss of appetite and general run down condition. The text describes a mix of symptoms and remedies, noting susceptibility to diseases and referencing dietary and health routines. The language is garbled but centers on illness signs and calls for care.
Delegates at the Wisconsin state convention vote to uphold William Jennings Bryan as the Democratic nominee for president. The platform condemns Republican administrations as appalling and declares Bryan the standard bearer, with delegates instructed to vote as a unit for Bryan at the national convention.
Arcanum officers and Capital Council members gathered Thursday night for a grand council session. Regent William W Chase presided with remarks by John J Aldides and speeches on the Real Arcanum's condition and financial merit. Several candidates for membership were read and a presentation honored W B Petting for mining the year 1907.
The Department of Justice assigns intense police focus on a calm Alaskan town amid claims of intimidation. Officials urge vigorous action to protect residents and uphold order while addressing alleged threats.
A mass petition seeks the removal of Capt Henry LE Johnson, city delivery superintendent, with sixty clerks alleged to have signed it. Postmaster Barnes denies receipt while clerks report transfers or pay cuts across departments amid a broader shakeup blamed on Johnson’s tenure and prior reforms.
The military affairs committee approved about a month’s extra pay for every enlisted soldier, adding roughly $400,000 annually. The increase will be included in the arms appropriation currently under preparation and moved toward passage in the House.
A district senate report favors a uniform fee system for probate estates. Judge and committee members approve a plan to cap costs, with higher charges only for very large estates. The measure aims to ease burdens on smaller estates and gain broad support among the bar.
Special to The Washington Post reports Hughes will not act on a Republican party suggestion to name four delegates at large. He would be open to designation if the convention endorses him for president, but he remains firm against committing before Chicago. The story notes the governor’s possible appearance at events in New England and Chicago.
The Veteran Club of the Government Printing Office, led by President Gilles, elected officers and directors including vice president Brewer treasurer Robinson and secretary staffer Morgan, with committee assignments for Barrett Yah Drie and Stone. The report covers business session notes, numbers from two-man team scores, and club leadership updates.
George E Hamilton appears likely to be chosen as president of the Capital Traction Company by the board meeting next week. Possible successors mentioned include Henry Hurt, George J Hamilton, and Ira J Tetlow, with Dr Hamilton cited as a strong potential candidate due to legal and financial ties to the company.
Weather bulletin notes a shift in Southwestern run and unsettled conditions east of the Mississippi with heavy rain in the Lake region and cooler temperatures inland. Forecasts predict fair to improving conditions in the Far West, colder nights in the Central and Northwest, and warmer spells along the Gulf and Southeast with rain in several Atlantic states. Special warnings extend from the Ohio Valley to New England and coastal areas with wind and rain expected on ships sailing toward Europe.
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