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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1912
Page
5
A tense atmosphere surrounds the 1904 Republican contest as Roosevelt refrains from declaring, La Follette’s insurgent stance gains attention, and delegates across the West and New England weigh loyalties. The article notes growing unrest among Republicans, the risk of a protracted battle, and the potential impact on the Chicago convention.
A political briefing notes Senator Lodge and Crane amid preconvention campaigns. Pinchot and La Follette tensions surface as Roosevelt allies weigh strategy. Rumors swirl about Roosevelt’s stance and potential involvement as party maps show shifting loyalties.
A dispatch from Oyster Bay reports Theodore Roosevelt will likely address a rumored plan by President Taft to retire from the presidential contest if Roosevelt runs. Roosevelt returns tonight and declines to comment on the report, calling it an impossible rumor and offering no reaction.
Boston dispatch to the New York Times reports Governor Foss as a Democratic presidential candidate. He plans to attend the convention with a gold delegation from New England. Foss will not announce soon, awaiting national reaction to Democratic actions in the state. A copy of his message to the incoming legislature has been sent to major newspapers nationwide. The message will cover national matters.
Weather bulletin reports unseasonably low temperatures across much of the country Tuesday with readings two degrees below normal in northern regions and widespread freezing in Texas and Arkansas. Disturbances from Mexico drift northeast toward the Atlantic states bringing rains south of the gulf and unsettled conditions across the Missouri Valley and Great Lakes regions.
Cal John McElroy calls for mobilizing retired soldiers to police patrols amid expanding suburban areas. He argues the prospect of forced testing deters unrest and would incentivize veterans to serve, citing rising security needs in the nation.
Discussion on whether to remove the 2 percent inside guard at the White House. Proponents urge a military guard from honored discharged soldiers to dignify the presidency, while opponents fear a drift toward monarchy. Police force expansion also discussed as city growth strains protection needs.
A.Merritt, speaker, York Republicans elect him over rivals. The Democratic assembly taps Alfred E. Smith of New York as minority leader designate after a vote reflected regional support and intrigue within party ranks.
The Progressive Democratic League of Ohio was launched at a Columbus conference gathering delegates from counties statewide. The meeting backed a platform demanding “tried and true Democrats” as delegates and endorsed William J Bryan as the likeliest progressive standard bearer while avoiding direct opposition to Gov Harmon.
Lansing reports recount a heated progressive Republican meeting where Governor Taft's remarks urging withdrawal of Taft and La Follette sparked auditor protests. La Follette refused to comment, while a Saginaw cabbie misrouted him to the Pers Marquette depot delaying his Owosso speech route and causing more schedule chaos.
Fragmented text describes humors and bodily imbalances causing pimples eczema indigestion headaches and tired feelings. It appears to urge treatment by unnamed agents or methods, but the exact context and remedies are unclear from the readable portion.
Investigation by Coromer Nevitt concluded policeman Marion Thomasson of the Fourth precinct died of natural causes after going off duty early Monday. He was found at his home later and a surgeon noted digestive rupture. funeral arrangements will be handled by Fourth precinct comrades and police officials will assign pallbearers.
A general call was issued today for a January 11 gathering in Sioux Falls of the progressive Republicans of South Dakota to organize the Follette campaign. Speakers and plans to mobilize support were announced, with Watertown and nearby areas urged to participate.
Miss Margaret Shawham age 18 daughter of JN Shawham private secretary to Robert Williams Jr was found dead in a bathtub at 100 Massachusetts Avenue NW likely from carbon monoxide poisoning. Father forced entry after she failed to answer dinner bell. Representative Richard W Austin plans to press for an inquiry into heaters sold in the city amid similar fatalities.
Samuel Gompers, president of the AFL, said yesterday that photographs showing him standing on an American flag while delivering an Oakland Labor Day address were faked. He claimed the meeting crowd obscured speakers and that they stood on a table draped with a flag, which did not cover the top.
Police arrested Leo Ashby of 2816 Cathedral Ave NW on assault with a dangerous weapon after he allegedly fired two shots from a revolver at conductor Thomas Davis during a dispute aboard a Chevy Chase car. Ashby admitted firing but claimed the shots were sent high into the air after a quarrel and an on-car collision.
Shipping news shows arrivals and departures of multiple ocean steamers. Vessels from New York to Antwerp Bremen and Havre Rochambeau and London and other destinations are listed with routes and ports, indicating a busy transatlantic traffic. Several lines mention ships named Queen atowe Carpania and Mala with entries from New York and Havre.
The article discusses a split between Roosevelt and Colombia over whether disputes involving national honor should be settled by arbitration. It notes Colombia's claim after Panama’s secession and the U S offer to arbitrate. It references a Norwegian Swedish treaty and a British treaty under consideration. Representative Rainey argues the U S should apply arbitration to Colombia as with other nations.
The Alexandria County board empowered Commonwealth Attorney Crendal Mackey to hire former Gov Montague as attorney to resist city annexation efforts into Alexandria and Fairfax counties. Fairfax officials will join with Vernon Ford and Moore Barbour & Keith to challenge encroachment. The city, represented by Samuel P Fisher, seeks to annex territory including Rosemont Braddock Heights and Cottage Park with an estimated taxable value around 1.1 million.
The Columbia Heights Citizens Association, two months after affiliating with the Federation of Associations, reconsidered its action last night in St Stephens Hall. After a lively discussion the group voted to leave the central body. Judge C Bundy presided as Charles C Lancaster, William Andrews, Harry A Colman, Dr J Gleason, S J Easby Smith and Witten Saunders participated.
An early medical advice fragment discusses infant constipation and indigestion. It references a laxative remedy Caldwells Byrup Pepsin marketed for children and suggests readers visit Washington Street for samples or purchase details. The text reflects period marketing language and health guidance for families.
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