Washington governance praised amid graft concerns in other cities
A reader extols Washington as the best governed city noting no graft and contrasts with problems faced elsewhere. He supports the current district system while Thomas Ogram urges changing the form of District government, likening it to running a railroad with clear accountability and decisive leadership.
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Boston
Philadelphia
Salt Lake City
Washington
Thomas £ Ogram
Thirteenth Street
Pensyhania Avenue
Mrogram
Tony
Roosevelt Wields Axe In Turmoil Across Empire
A fragmented OCR read mentions Roosevelt and unrest linked to decisions affecting regions under his influence. The text references exactions, opposition, and varied reactions among groups, with scattered dates and places obscured by garbled characters.
Lincoln Highway Proposal Sparks Congressional Debate
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a Lincoln Highway plan presented to Congress by McCleary amid discussion of martyrs and political figures. The garbled text mentions Mary land and Ohio factions, with various illegible names and places, indicating a contested proposal and public interest in infrastructure progress.
Mae Wood Indicted On Perjury and Forgery Charges
A historical case records Mae Wood facing indictment for perjury and forgery after allegations of lying in a legal matter. Details show involvement of individuals named Platt and Woorad, with references to local governors and court proceedings. The fragmented text mentions potential motives and names but lacks a clear sequence of events or dates.
Bishop Fotter Near Death In Stated Condition
The report notes Bishop Fotter is near death with doctors giving no hope as he loses strength. Attending physicians describe a grave prognosis and the patient remains in critical condition. The bulletin lists no confirmed cause or definitive improvement at this time.
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Ng Ballet
Bryan's Labor Plank Faces Injunction Debate At Convention
Frank Monnett, former Ohio attorney general, meets with William Jennings Bryan to discuss amendments to the platform on injunctions in industrial disputes. The talks focus on notice and jury trials, limiting writs, and potential rail and labor reforms in the Democratic program ahead of the convention.
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Denver Cole
Bryan
Frank Monnett
Ohio
Monnett
Lancoln
Monett
Ohioan
Que
Brotherhood of Railway
Fire
Hockno, Villas
Moneett
Roosevelt
Ea aNaim Pennsylvania
Rovre Welt
Monet
Voitte
Das
Themerat
Tennessee Republican County Nomination Meeting Held
Report of a Tennessee Republican gathering as members discuss calling a state convention and selecting a potential state ticket. Members Newell Sander and others attended the meeting, outlining plans and potential candidates for the ticket.
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Republican
Mas Aheh Newell Sander
Tere Taday
Ailorte Rae Nwasen
Virginia Delegate Martin Skips Denver Convention
United States Senator Thomas S. Martin of Virginia, one of the four national delegates, will not attend the Denver convention due to a family illness. He was opposed to the convention and had urged Bryan delegates from the state.
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Washington
United States Senate
Thumas
Martin
Virginia
Ilness
Denver
Bryan
Judge Gray Declines Nomination for President and Vice Presidency
A draft political statement shows Judge George Gray rejecting any nomination for the Presidency and also refusing a Vice Presidential bid. The note claims 40 unpledged delegates at the convention and expresses confidence in defeating Bryan while signaling reluctance to pledge the Vice Presidency.
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Aostet Sop
Lega
George Gray
Judas Gray
Bryan
Gray
Josiah A Sforvet
Gray platform debate stirs Delaware political circles
The discussion centers on Judge Gray and a potential platform draft. Delegate L F Layton may bring a proposed plan to Deny r, with Gray’s supporters refraining from public views on the anti injunction issue. Gov Johnson’s faction cites past speeches on sanctity, economic issues, and court matters as key elements, while suffragists push for a strong national platform endorsing full rights for women.
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Tion
Gray
George Gray
L F Layton
Delaware
Frere
Judge Gray
Gov Johnson
Taey
Shiloh
Plink
Bryan
Operation on Evans at Lake Hohonk Relieves Gout
Rear Admiral Evans underwent foot surgery at Lake Hohonk after suffering gout with chalky tissue buildup. Dr G W Poucher removed a large amount of the substance, and the operation greatly relieved him. He remains in good spirits aside from the preexisting complaint.
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Poughkeepsle
Evans
Lake Hohonk
VanderbiltCurtailing Step Amid Financial Stringency
Vanderbilt plans close Bilmore estate for a year as George W Vanderbilt and family prepare to depart for Europe due to tightened finances. Servants and departments have been reduced, stables to be sold, and maintenances trimmed to fund European travel for several months.
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Step
Europe
Baltrme
Carolina
George W Vandebilt
Winderbildriend
Bilmore
Ont
Giltmoe
Strick
Narlerbill
Official Suggests Photos Of Unknown Dead To Aid Recognition
Alexandra county police consider making photographs of unidentified dead to help recognition after a man killed near Laon Station is later interred. Chief Goods reports two information requests on appearance and clothing and a telegram from Charlotte asks for a description of the lad. A missing boy from Danville described as about 12, 5 feet tall, brown hair, gray trousers and blue serge coat is referenced but not matching the deceased.
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Hiscton Post Bartal
Poy
Laon
Chalotte NG
OX Black
Astron
Danvile Vu
Nantes
Trais
Hair Trade in Chicago 28 Tons Sold In 1907 Prices Peak
Chicago reports twenty eight tons of false hair sold in 1907 with prices up to fifteen dollars an ounce for red shades. European and Breton hair from Brittany and Germany fuels a widespread industry, with vendors paying high sums to desperate women who sell their locks to survive.
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Chicago
Germany
Chicago Tribune
Shia
Tomm
Billy
Henry
Robins
Mont Lucon
Alsace
Normandy
Brittany
Sausa Mellon
March Admiral Dewey Overture to Semiramide and More
A fragmented list of musical pieces and artists including Admiral Dewey Overture Semiramide Filipino Ali Sampaguita Dance Clarinet Solo Waltz Arie and works by Wagner Die Walkure Lola Waltsz In the Vienna Woods Grand Military Tattoo Semper Fidelis The Star Spangled Banner with names such as Santehmann and Wagner associated.
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Ali—‘Sampaguita
Arie
Jacques Louis Vanpoucke
Lola” Waltsz
Merek—“Semper Fidelin
Man Driven by Rainmaniac Holds Wife Prisoner in Denver
Charles F Rotterman, a miner, becomes unbalanced during rainstorms and holds his wife captive until police intervene. He is hospitalized in the county jail ward as doctors assess his condition. Previously, water-triggered spells led to multiple police encounters and past court insanity adjudication.
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Denver Post
Charles F Rotterman
Rotterman
Stark
Kent
Mclonald
Powler
Stetterman
Cripple Creek
Greeley
Weld County
Pueblo
Endurance ride legends Aubrey's 765 to 623 mile feats
A famed rider of old records, F X Aubrey, rode from Santa Fe New Mexico to Independence Missouri in eight days, then beat the time with a five day thirteen hour crossing. He killed horses en route and finally collapsed at the Jones House, inspiring Border Town fame.
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Denver
Fara
Aubrey
Santa Fe
Jones House
Independente
Council Grove
Aubreys
Independence
California
Nelly
Health Office Record With Names and Ages From Virginia Hospitals
A June 30 1908 health office record fragment lists multiple individuals with ages and street addresses alongside hospital affiliations in Virginia and Washington area. The garbled text names patients such as James Little Lela Schwetker Sarah Milen Joseph Croper Celestina Cartar and Roger Mahoner with hospitals like Gove Hospital Insane Freedmens Hospital and Park Rd. it includes ages ranging from two months to 74 years and notes residences on Drew Bernies and 960 Hh at se. The passage closes with a quote from Harker about wealth and ownership of a Van Dyke painting.
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Terie Grady
Calon
James Little
Gove Hospital
Insane
Virginia
Ana
Harding
Lela Schwetker
Drew Bernies
Savage
John F
Roger Mahoner
Josephine Robinson
Rock Ct
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Tate
Texiste
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Phate
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Lintead States
Stephen Elkins
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America
France
Marine Band
U.S Marine Barracks
HH Santelmoon
Santehmann Roseinl Fuels
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Sarah
London
Sarah Ann
Algernon Pitgjahn
Maud Dé Vere
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Copenhagen
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Lewee
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Ley Weston Bruner
Howard
Beall
Halle
Silver
Jeffry George Ho Prine
Gernudy M Hand
J J Mar Sidney P Dundott
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Turner
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Charles B
Wallernhorst
Tharean
Ellicott City
James A Smyth Wiltag
Jeanie Matan
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Concetta Giovinasts
PF Schmitt
Thomas R Carter
Herthat Platt
Ae NG
Victrola
Caruso
Melba
Sembrich
Plancon
E. F. Droop & Sons Co
Penna. Ave
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Health Office Record
Chicago Newa
Harker
van Dyke
Mia Harker
H m
Peter Grogan
Sanders & Stayman Co
Harper
Tos
Harper S Brain
McCray
Nelson Refrigerator Co
F Street
Alifornia
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