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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1908
Page
3
An OCR heavy fragment describes funeral firms VAL DIF FUTORS PRA LIC CEERS SONS and others with addresses and services. It mentions prices, designs, and contact numbers, plus a crowded local scene referencing Charlie and celebrations, with details on private rooms and arrangements.
Disjointed reports indicate Bryan proposed Swanson of Virginia to attract Scandinavian voters amid a convention dispute. The New York press shows tensions as delegates weigh Bryan’s bid, with Virginia’s late support cited as pivotal and potentially breaking opposition to Bryan’s nomination.
Samuel G Blythe reports from Denver on the looming Democratic convention scene. Delegates arrive amid hype about Roosevelt and Bryan influence, with analysts noting Bryan’s tight control and potential ticket dynamics including Kern.
Lincoln Nebraska July 4 Mayor Brown on resolutions committee drafts plan to summon the Denver convention delegates to Lincoln and announce Bryan as Democratic nominee leader at Fairview Farm. Moses Wetmore backs the idea to replace formal notices with a public Lincoln welcome, contingent on Republican restraint.
A July 4 dispatch reports letters from Will rm J 31 and Gov Johnson of Minnesota decrying despotism of plutocracy and urging the preservation of rights and freedoms. The message condemns privilege as usurping the throne and calls for adherence to democratic traditions as marches toward liberty. It notes support from figures such as Bryan and Croker and ends with the Newport schoolship arrival at Cherbourg.
Henry White lauded Taft as the best fitted man for high office at the American Chamber of Commerce dinner in Paris. J J Jusser and Henry White led tributes to Roosevelt, praising his diplomacy and urging tariff reform, amid strong applause from about 30 guests.
The article reports Taft sending for Hemenway in Indiana and July 4 to discuss meeting Mr. Fuft at Vial Springs Virginia to confer on impefrrence to the selection of a chairman of the Republican national committee. Rumors say Taft considers Harry Now for the spot to counteract Democratic aims.
In Washington and Denver a split over the District of Columbia delegation to the Democratic National Committee surfaces as Capt John Miller is touted to replace Edwin A Newman. The temporary roll lists Purcell De Nedrey and others, signaling possible anti Newman action ahead of the committee’s Monday decision. Brantley renominated for Congress in Georgia’s Eleventh district.
In New York July William T Thursby, head of the Harlem Contracting Company, is sued in Westchester Supreme Court by Benjamin P Edwards for 2250 damages claiming Mrs Edwards’s affections were alienated. The wife, described as a charming young woman, supposedly confessed to the affair, with their three year old daughter Emily in the care of neighbors during late suppers and auto excursions.
Philadelphia July 4 police fought with night sticks on a South Street ferry beat to save Dominick Rocca after he fatally wounded Miss Matt Smith and mortally wounded James Moran? a clerk in the recorder's office. Moran and Miss Smith were relatives of Moran’s wife. Rocca fired five shots. all hit Miss Smith who lies in hospital. Rocca is an associate of Senator Penrose and Philadelphia politics. Moran and Miss Smith were returning from an outing to Atlantic City when the shooting occurred.
Nine people die and several are seriously injured when a Southern Pacific local train and the inbound Overland passenger train collide near Trust and Webster streets in Oakland California during the July fourth evening rush.
Lemans Jay 4 3 Walvur Wright severely scalded on chest and arm as a water tube burst while testing aero plane mechanism in a shed. The blast spurted on Mr Wright. he received aid and remained conscious though in pain. Recovery expected after medical care. tests to resume Monday for Wright’s experiments.
The first official aeroplane test in America ends with Glenn Curtiss completing a kilometer in 1 minute 16 seconds and flying 600 yards beyond the mark at Stonybrook Farm. The craft lands easily, Curtiss notes flawless control of throttle and three controls, while onlookers include Mrs. David Fairchild, daughter of Alexander Bell.
Israel Ludlow tested his aeroplane on Sixth Street, near a gallows yesterday afternoon. A faulty casting tied the 15 horsepower engine to a 7 foot propeller, causing a crash before liftoff. Ludlow and expert R Moore entered the cockpit before the collapse. He plans a stronger engine and another trial, with permission from the War Department to use the abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad station as a workshop. The craft features diamond panes for stability and a front propeller. Ludlow has been invited by the War Department to demonstrate at Fort Myer when ready for flight.
Ambassadors and American Society members in London hail a penny a word cable plan. Cheering remarks praise Cleveland and praised American efforts while noting government interest and future cross Atlantic message service.
London reports no news from Dr Sven Hedin on his third Central Asia expedition. He last spoke in July after arriving at Mansaroy, with no contact since, and the Indian government is urged to assist in locating him amid wilds of Tibet and reports of his family.
Cooperstown Wyoming July 4 For the first time in many days the condition of Bishop Nieney Codman Potter holds hope for his recovery as physicians report signs of pulse and respiration improvement Each hour brings renewed ground for optimism and the bishops supporters feel encouraged by the progress though he remains serious.
Special to The Warrington Fest Norfolk reports a major blaze at Srouse Bros furniture store The Columbia on Granby street causing nearly total loss of stock valued at 350 000 Fire caused extensive water damage and flooding to surrounding areas with a large portion of logs affected by the firefighting efforts.
Mrs Frank Stroebe writes that she used Peruna for months after illness causing nervous unrest, poor sleep, and loss of appetite. She claims notable strength gain and faster recovery, crediting Peruna with stabilizing health and energy.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Hill at Grunau, praises and a dense mix of misread phrases. Reading suggests a ceremonial or patriotic context with references to nations, empire, and ideals of law and justice. No clear event, date, or coherent facts emerge.
Andres Larsen of Sorensen and Larsen merchants in Salt Lake City suffers kidney trouble and seeks treatment at home. The narrative describes purported rapid progress, partial recovery and eventual return to business, while noting medical doubt and the promotion of a monthly bulletin of late recoveries as a sales pitch.
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