Mutual Friends Try for Peace in Senate Row
The article outlines a factional Senate dispute where a senator defends his actions as within his duty while criticizing outside dictation. It details peace overtures by mutual friends, Taft’s rejection of peace, and the senator’s readiness to continue the contest, noting White House discussions and upcoming campaign dynamics.
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Senate
Taft
Siew
Toso
White House
Secrateurs
Gona Willtent
Poly T
Cincinnati
Wis
Campalea Tors
Wor
Michigan
Smith Wes Askei
Tlon
Foraker Yields A Point In Postmaster Nomination
Lea Wetherill of Spencerville and Allen Carty figure in a tense Capitol scene as the nomination process for a postmaster is disputed. The episode involves requests to delay action, calls for fairness, and discussions in the Senate about the timing and form of the vote.
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Spencerville
Allen Carty
Tast Peesday
Nity
Anker
Woot
Emly
Sams
Eitor Foraker
Yo Owas
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Ghig
Ridder Favors Johnson and Discusses Bryan Opposition in South
Herman Ridder touring the South backs Johnson for Democratic nomination and plans talks with leading editors and Democrats. He predicts Bryan’s candidacy strengthens chances for a different nominee, cites party doubts, and suggests Klausen of Minnesota or Douglas of Massachusetts as potential second choices.
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Johnson
Fing
Washington Post
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Bryar
de ‘Atic
Flerman
Biller Cillar
New York
Lhh
Democrats
Cme
Ryan Souks
Ervin
Ridder
Goy Jlausen
Minnesota
Guy Douglas
Massaclu City
Makes Plea for Silver In Utah Deliberations
Sott Lakeity Utah Jan 17 An address on the silver question urging Utah's Congressional delegation to push remonetization. The letter requests support for legislation to issue coins and notes backed by silver and to remit a large reserve of silver in the proposed plan. The message seeks a fair rate with gold and mentions a presidential conference on remonetization.
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Sott
Inne Vet Ues
Kentucky contest goes over Beckham followers join Republicans
In a tense adjournment vote the Kentucky Senate unexpectedly recessed from today to January 17. Dems and a few Hu umites attempted to force adjournment while monitors were absent. Amherst College announced awards for junior publications and Ladd prizes worth books. Henry C Smith of Washington D C won a first prize in a Detroit dispatch. A revival sermon by Thomas Harrison at Hamline Church drew interest and conversions. Father Thomas Harlan, pastor at Holy Trinity Church, left Georgetown Hospital after a hemorrhage two weeks ago.
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United States
Peckham Democrats
Washington Bay
Washington Post
Amherst Wiss
Amherst College Today
James B Punter
Washington
PDC
Harrson
Thomas Harrison
Hamline Mo & Church
Harlan
Thomas Harlan S. J
Holy Trinity Church
Georgetown Hospital
Gannon's Forces Firm In Illinois for Cannon Nomination
Chicago reports a strong Illinois delegation backing Speaker Joseph Cannon for the national convention. The piece notes a desire for a loyal one ballot slate, Cannon’s broad support among politicians, and the push tied to Illinois primary law, governor and senator races. It cites Hopkins, Yates era debates, and the sentiment that Cannon remains a viable, ideologically unifying candidate in the state.
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Illinois
Joseph G. Cannon
Cannon
Higa
Fla
United States
Ilinois
White House
Richard Yates
Albert J Hopkins
Yates
Hopkins
Charley
Deneen Ea
Taft
Ohio
Perce Cannon
Illnois
Dust Walang
Roosevelt
Joseph G Cannon
Uncle Joe
Tilinota
At Home With The Grip Hood's Sarsaparilla Ad
An old advertisement urges relief from grip via Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills. It claims the remedy prevents doctors' bills and touts success stories from Mrs Alice Barr and Durell Burford, noting availability in liquid and Sarsatabs form and a hundred doses per bottle.
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Hood
Alice Barr
Smyrna
Durell Burford
Cismont
Cannon's Illinois Bid T 1908 Presidential Race
The piece describes Speaker Cannon's push to shape the Illinois delegation for a presidential bid through a direct primary law. It notes his lobbying to secure delegates and electors aligned with his campaign, the Senate's rejection of national provisions, and Cannon's persistent public positioning as a candidate while denying personal certainty about a run. It covers his coordination with legislators, involvement of ally congressmen, and the broader political maneuvering in Illinois during the campaign season.
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Roosevelt
Senate
Cannon
Danville
Leland Hotel
Lie Vineyard
M. Cannons
Chicago
Uncle Joe
Washington
Congress
Sugar men for Taft review report on Philippine tariff
War Secretary Taft and Michigan Sugar officials gather to discuss tariff revision and Taft’s suitability for the presidency. Warren, McMillan, and Starr report to Taft. Senator Smith endorses Taft prospects, signaling broad sugar industry backing and Michigan delegation support for Taft at the national convention.
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Taft
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Michigan Sugar Company
Phil McMillan
BE D Starr
Detroit
Michigan
Washington
Philippines
Megs
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Uat
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Tatts
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House
Fordney
Lend
Senate
Hughes Ignores Boom President Bid in New York
Massachusetts Senator Crane sees Black and hints at no meddling in New York politics. Governor Hughes avoids declaring candidacy while meetings spark talk of support from Frank S Black and Republican clubs. Platt says Hughes will not declare, noting weak formal strength and possible Democratic sympathy.
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Hughes
Washington Dispatch
Brooklyn Eagle
Thomas C Platt
New York
Fort Hughes
Hughes Man to Lose Job in Plattsburg Collectorship
President action on customs collectorship in the Plattsburg District triggers Democratic infighting. Col Walter C Witherbee, 12 years in office, to be superseded by State Senator H Wallace Knapp, aligned with anti-Hughes Republicans. Knapp endorsed by John F O'Brien and Rep George B Malby. Witherbee supported by Senators Platt and Depew. Governor Hughes and O'Brien clash over county leadership. Friends of Witherbee say partisan motives drive the change due to Witherbee backing Hughes for president. New York colony in Washington heated over the case.
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Plattsburg
Walter C Witherbee
H Wallace Knapp
Empire State
Knapp
John F O'Brien
Clinton County
George B Malby
Ogdensburg
Platt
Depew
Col Witherbee
Hughes
O'Brien
Friends
Witherbee
New York
Washington
Mrs Roosevelt Attends Opera at Belasco Theater
A fashionable Belasco Theater audience last night included Mrs Roosevelt in a stage box with Miss Carow and Sen. Lodge party. Boxes across held Mr and Mrs Nicholas Longworth, Mrs Longworth in coral pink chiffon, Capt and Mrs Larz Andersen, Mr and Mrs F H MacMillan, Mrs Perry Belmont, Maj and Mrs Charles L McCawley, Mrs Townsend, and other notables such as Mrs Agnew and Mrs Logan.
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Roosevelt
Miss Carow
George Cabot Lodge
Senator Lodge
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Longworth
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Larz Andersen
F H MacMillan
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James Lownes
Benjamin F Pilson
Zelma Pilson
Mme Thierry
John A Logan
Tucker
Miss Nielsen Delights in La Traviata at Belaso Theater
San Carlo Opera Company showcased La Traviata with Miss Nielsen as Violetta and M Dani as Alfredo at Belaso Theater last night. The cast also included M Blanchart as Germont with Mes Marchi Peregi and others in supporting roles. Nielsen's coloratura and soft phrasing drew praise while Danis and Blanchart received commendations for their vocal and acting performances. Many cast members are slated for appearances in Faust Lucia and Rigoletto in upcoming acts.
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M Blanchart
Germont
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Peregi
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Franzini
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Alfred
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Lucia
Old Ohio Civil War veteran finally wins pension
David Williams of Toledo finally secures a government pension after nearly forty years of hardship. Through Gen Isaac R Sherwood's efforts the case is resolved with evidence proving his identity as the rightful recipient of a back pension near three thousand dollars. He and his wife, long in destitute circumstances, will soon enjoy relief after decades of struggle.
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Dorr Street
Toledo
Isaac R Sherwood
Williams
New York
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Navid Willams
Pension Office
Loes's Friends Confident In Election Of Rail Board President
Interest in electing a board of directors for the Washington Railway and Electric Company centers on the president position. Friends of William Loeb, secretary to President Roosevelt, expect proxies to ensure his election. Rumors had suggested Loeb could become the next head, and the movement intensified yesterday with new developments.
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Fourteenth
East Capitol Streets
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Weather Conditions From Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau
A lengthy report describes a moderate disturbance moving from the British Northwest into Gemirat Ontario with rapid progression and precipitation confined to showers in the South Atlantic States and Washington. Temperature changes are minor with most regions above seasonal averages except the Dakotas and South Atlantic states. forecasts anticipate light to moderate snow and rain in various regions with generally fair weather for the next two days.
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Pope Pius Stricken With Goat Rumors Circulate
In Rome on January 17 rumors spread that Pope Pius suffered a stroke or heart trouble while tabloids reported gout and fainting. Official denials followed as Dr Petacci blamed age and refusal to alter routines for the attack that led to postponing audiences.
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Traction Company Board Vote Favours Loeb Slate
Proxies mount for electing Mr Loeb to the board and a majority aligned to him for president. Mr Jacob declined to resign as secretary, noting election as director would prompt consideration of his presidency but no statement. Hibbs and Bell claim control, aiming for a Washington‑led board and local officers. About 90000 shares exist, with near certainty of votes for the home‑interests ticket.
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Traction Company
William B Hibbs
Charles J. Bell
Pirates
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