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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1908
Page
21
Inatorial election analysis notes Bryan secured about 190000 Republican votes, a record majority for any Minnesota office. Gov Johnson listens for Democratic calls, while Sam may accept a nomination. The piece hints at Bryan's party support and the shifting dynamics within Minnesota politics.
In Baltimore County details from an October evening hint at a suspected murder involving Loder and Janie Dowd. Reports mention a plan, a car crash, and tensions with authorities as residents debate what happened and who is responsible.
An appeal by Wham E Chandler and William Kellogg urges Southern Republicans to send uninstructed delegates to the Chicago convention and to keep delegates free from Federal officeholders. They warn that any candidate nominated through such influence risks a Democratic victory and emphasize colored Republicans must gain voice in conventions. They condemn coercive patronage and urge prudence and independence.
Joseph Giordani held in New York on charges tied to printing and distributing counterfeit Haitian revolutionary currency. He allegedly printed 1,509,030 in currency to fund insurgents and planned to move funds to Maine to pay rebel troops. Giordani pleaded not guilty and await examination. The Haiti revolt is reported as largely crushed with government forces surrounding key towns.
The principal speaker praised the president at a banquet of the Board of Jit, crediting leadership beyond blame while noting the Senate will wait until tomorrow due to transport delays after a wreck halted trains. Several legislators could not reach the city in time.
A chaotic sixth trial ended without a verdict as prosecutors alleged misconduct by the defense. Key witnesses testified but the judge admonished both sides, and jurors reported confusion over the proceedings. The results leave the case unresolved with possible retrial.
Jan 200i Ganz, president of the ballooning section of the Hartuian Automobile Club, proposes a $2400 prize for an aeroplane race at the Munich Exposition next summer. He aims to attract German inventors to focus on aviation.
An early 20th century reader notice announces a Great Auction or Contest with $500 in cash prizes starting Sunday January 23. The event invites readers to name correctly published familiar scenes and views and promises an instructive entertaining experience, endorsed by local educators. Subscribers are urged to order The Post to receive daily copies by postal card or phone.
Minister Kerr labeled the St. Mare action a riot not a revolution and stated no principle is at stake. He claimed Firmin, 1902 leader and presidency candidate, heads the movement and may have outside aid. He warned elections for House and Senate typically harm his interests and that Nord-like depictions shape the outcome.
Fragmented text shows a debate on trusts and monopoly in utilities. Mentions Roosevelt era policy, government action, and a commission decision. Discusses protection against corporate control and cost reduction proposals. References Missubistia, Western rsers, and forest reserves but readable details are sparse.
Samuel Cooper a veteran of the Civil War and former Confederate officer died yesterday at his Fairfax County home at age 71. He served with the Army of Northern Virginia and briefly held a commission as lieutenant before resigning to join Confederate forces. He was the son of Sarah Maria Mison, and his father John Wason earlier owned Analostan Island. Interment details follow at a later time.
A New York report profiles Thomas Lud Ray Wis a white haired farmer living in Ridge Conn who welcomed a sixteen pound boy into his family last week He claims his son is his eldest child and notes four marriages with one annulled He jokes about being the father after sixty years and reflects on country life and family connections amid a bustling kitchen scene with relatives and neighbors gathered around the newborn
In the Bronx Zoological Park keeper Alexander Ferguson intervened as two grizzly bears fought near the den. A cub, about ten inches long and eight ounces, was separated and taken to the hospital, then placed with Mrs. Ferguson in a heated setup to be nurtured.
Deaths reported to Health Office at 10 am January 18 include Anna M Tilton aged 3 years Corcoran. Margaret J W Sy e)at Connertent Apist vrs Ancle A Harford aged 47 years. Clara M Baker 54 years at Sibley Hospital. Susanah J Kesler 2 years. George F Decker 4? years. Schlie PooAyres VPP MaL nw 81 years. Also notes prizes for Great Educational Contest starting in The Washington Post January 26 and offer to deliver The Post to home or office daily.
An old Washington Day Post advertisement warns that thousands suffer kidney trouble unseen by many and promotes Swamp Root by Dr. Kilmer. The copy touts cures for symptoms like headaches, poor digestion, and skin eruptions, inviting readers to request a free sample bottle and information from Binghamton New York.
Jan 16 report shows investigators plan to press ahead on financial deals. Judge Dowling backs the grand jury drive, urging citizens with knowledge of the commission to cooperate and provide information confidentially through the district attorney and grand jury process.
Fragmented report details a fever incident involving a child linked to a parade and local figures including Mrs Hines and Mrs Hones. The item mentions a sale, legal code, and a family connection, with references to East location and a parish or department. Further specifics are unreadable in the damaged text.
Fragmentary text suggests a contest with cash prizes and a legal or enforcement reference on a winter day. It mentions a cash prize total around 500 and possibly a notice to load or ship items, with dates in January. Names and locations are garbled, preventing precise attribution.
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