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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1908

Page

20

Political maneuvering unfolds in New York committee session

A lengthy subcommittee session convened at 12:19, lasting nearly two hours with near unanimous agreement. The members discussed future leadership and the pick for a key party role, noting accessible connections to business leaders in New York and the East and the potential flow of funds to the national committee.

New York National Committee Ile Pontes Ie Wickham Lo Ward

Speech Ends Early After Brief Address by Watson in North Carolina

Representative Watson delivered a stirring speech in Duncan North Carolina with figures McKinley Kinois Hemen way Watson Burton Cromwell Thompson and state officials present. Several attendees, including Elizabeth and others, departed on an early train, curtailing further remarks.

Duncan North Carolina McKinley Kinois Hemenway Watson Indiana Burton

Sheldon Responds To Call As Party Treasurer

George R. Sheldon, newly named treasurer of the Republican National Committee, will start tomorrow night at Saint Springs to confer with William Hart and Frank Hitchcock about campaign plans. Sheldon says the position came unasked and he will discuss duties after meeting with Mrs. Craft and Hitchcock. He asserts he has never been connected with aristocracy and accepts the honor and responsibility.

New York George R. Sheldon Republican National Committee Let Springs William Hart Frank H Hitchcock Steldon Misrscaft Hitchcock Tradpurer Republia National Committee

Gates to Taft Host for Ty Fu Reception

Descriptive lines suggest a Taft era event with hosts and guests. Mentions include Mr Tits atmuers and various officials, with a list of attendees and arrangements described in fragmented OCR text.

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Three hurt on monitor error report in transit incident

In a confusing report several injured people were noted at a monitor site. Officials and responders worked to identify exact injuries and secure the scene. Local authorities investigated potential causes and followed standard emergency procedures.

Prison for Former Captain Names and Charges Reported

Former captain charged in a pere pon case and treason related counts. The report notes guilty plea and sentencing details, with references to involved officers and municipal landmarks.

Admiral Dayton to Return Leads Pacific Fleet Mission

The report outlines Admiral Dayton returning to lead the Pacific Fleet with Swinburne commanding. Fragmented OCR mentions naval assignments, routes, and potential operations across a broad theater, referencing officers and ships in a period tone.

Health Office Record Deaths in the Area

A fragmented health office listing documents multiple deaths with scattered initials and partial addresses. The readable parts reference local streets and suburbs, noting age ranges and affiliations without complete names or dates.

Dick Likes The Choice In Cincinnati Taft Era Press

Senator Charles Dick of Ohio backs the selection of Frank H Hitchcock as head of the Republican national committee and favors Sherman remaining chair of the congressional committee. He says the arrangement could unite Taft forces in Ohio and minimize friction while advancing a Republican victory and sets out views on campaign leadership and key issues.

Sherman Congressional Committee Hitchcock Republican National Committee Charles Dick Ohio Taft Frank H Hitchcock Olio Dip Sara Antioek Brurit

Firemen Face Long Shifts Says Women Leader

A fire department reform appeal argues 24 hour shifts drive away candidates despite high risks. Firemen with families lose home time, meals, and rest with punishments for mistakes, while salaries at ninety dollars monthly seem low for nonstop duty. Proposes extending hours for fewer men per company to boost staffing at little cost.

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Holland Approves Treaty With United States

The Hague jury reports approval of a treaty with the United States amid threats of commerce disruption. The accord traces to a three nations pact and a part of the Tingley act. The result echoes a long diplomatic effort unresolved by the president.

Hague United States Tim

Jury Sav es His Life After Jury Recommends Sentence

A jury spared a man condemned for an assault on Myrtle Gombs, a while girl, by recommending mercy under the law. The court set a sentence of seven years in the penitentiary, with the prisoner facing transfer to the workhouse under a prior commitment.

Marriage and naval station appointments dated July

The report notes Robert Edison wed Reston Silphert Pleson and Miss George BkHet Porter, with Rev yO P duit officiating. Naval experiment station posts in Annapolis and Baltimore area list engineers and pay, while motorcyclists reach Syracuse after a tough endurance run. Woodstock defeats Harrisonburg. Lwin shines with four hits. Philadelphia Cricket Club beats South Wales by 61 runs.

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Sleeper Discusses Venezuelan Case At State Dept

Jacob H. Sleeper secretary of the American legation in Venezuela, recalled by the government over dissatisfaction with President Castro, conferred with Acting Secretary Garon. He reported nothing new beyond what has already been punished and will depart Washington soon for a rest in Massachusetts. the department may assign him to another post after the leave.

Jacob H. Sleeper Legation Venezuela Castro Wis State Department Garon Mr Sleeper Washington Massachusetts Department Contempla Cy

Committee Visit Taft Details Conference Plans

A conference at Hot Springs 41 discusses events for a Taft celebration. Cincinnati organizers led by Charles Pitl view grounds for the formal culmination on July 28 with a reception on Taft lawn for the presidential nominee.

Daly Loltivens Committee Cincinnati Charles Pift Spectro Taft

Fire disaster claims workers at Budapest plant

A serious fire at a Budapest plant on July 4 caused multiple deaths as workers fled. panic and chaotic scenes followed as the blaze spread quickly. authorities investigated claims of unsafe conditions at the company and the scope of the tragedy remained unclear.

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One Man Rule and Governor Plan Favored in District Debate

Charles F Carusi argues for a governor to replace the three member engineer dominated District government. He asserts one man rule is needed and criticizes civilian oversight by the engineer commissioner as insufficient and unrepresentative. Dr J A Watson of the Anacostia Citizens Association also endorses suffrage for a governor, hoping a single administrator can better serve residents and curb abuse while preserving needed public accountability.

Charles F Carusi F Street North Carusi M. Culel District of Columbia Citizeoe Commimseere Polk Te Lim Unis Rse J. A. Watson Anacostia Board of Commissioners

Fight Ends In Six Round Draw At Princess Club

In Baltimore Harry Scroggs and Charley Lamer battled to a six round draw with neither man clearly ahead, as both showed grit and equal skill. The report also notes the start of the Glidden Tour, a 16697 mile event beginning in Buffalo with ten teams and fourteen cars competing for trophies and prizes.

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HEAD COACH SELECTED for Annapolis team amid changes

An Annapolis football program announces a new head coach with personnel shifts. Lieutenant Frans YH Berrien is named acting head, with Reeves as possible interim captain and other players reassigned. The article notes a tentative plan for the 1937 season and mentions Foothill term shifts and upcoming vessel-related considerations.

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