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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1908
Page
1
Minnesota delegates and notable visitors attend a Bryan rally at Fairview advocating a reform platform. The speech lauds John W Kern and calls for an honest campaign, condemning corrupt politics and urging voters to back a platform aligned with progressive aims.
Mrs Longworth rounds voters as neighbors praise and tease during a political moment. Mrs Lipsowitz and Mrs Leavitt exchange smiles after declaring support for their father, while the scene ends with a cautious cheer as the crowd disperses. Cleveland July 11 reports a court note on a separate hanging incident.
Fragmented account hints a husband threatened violence over money troubles as a wife recalls a possible suicide intent and run of threats. Police questions neighbors while detectives seek corroboration of the colored friend’s statements amid confusion and scattered clues.
The article discusses a Western and Indiana focus in the 1912 campaign. Secretary Dover of the national committee stresses Westward strength, Taft’s Indiana influence, and the aim to build momentum there. It covers Dover’s resignation stance, the Ohio plan, and Sheldon’s fundraising efforts including a Niagara Falls excursion to boost support.
A scrambled report analyzes Taft’s presumed win, citing Journal des Debats views on Democratic trust risks and business interests. It contrasts Taft and Bryan personalities, notes Roosevelt’s appeal, and weighs party factions amid financial backing from business groups.
John W Kern announces he will stay in Denver until Monday then travel to Lincoln with the national Democratic committee to seek Mr Bryan. He will reach Chicago Wednesday and return to Indianapolis Thursday. Mayor Bookwalter and John Hoilett of the Commercial Club coordinate a civic welcome inviting all residents to join the celebration.
A Special Cable from Rome reports Miss Elkins arriving at the Quirinal causing a rush of reporters. Guards and courtiers denied the sight, while speculation swirled about a supposed engagement to the Duke of Abruzzi as Miss Louise B Bikins, daughter of Georgy W Bikins, stayed at the Quirinal Hotel with Miss Freylinghausen of Philadelphia.
Parker denounces federal encroachment while pledging loyal support to the Bryan Kern ticket. He argues against centralized power, defends states’ sovereignty, and warns a Republican Senate won’t cede more authority to a Democratic president. He plans to press the issue at future conventions.
In San Francisco on July 11 the fight over the will of the late Jacob Davie began in federal court. The estate is valued at about 3.6 million. Catherine D Stead and James Stead of Philadelphia lead the case alleging conspiracy and a false will deprived their clients of their rightful share. The defendant list is lengthy, and the matter centers on claims of fraud and invalid testament.
Philadelphia officials study 1500 letters and a small cash book from murdered physician Dr William H Wilson to uncover the killer’s crew. Many letters use a secret code and bear names and addresses. a wax seal on a poison bottle is being traced to its stamp maker in Chicago. detectives review every clue for links to former patients and the weapon's origin.
Special Cable reports in Paris that King Leopold's chauffeur Locher was fined 50 francs plus damages for injuring a cyclist in December. The king appeared by proxy, invoking immunity, as the court noted no demand for his presence. The suit, filed by the victim, sparked diplomatic tension and an exchange with the ruling judge.
The article recalls William J Bryan offering the vice presidency to Kern, with Kern later saying he could not afford the White House salary and declined. It notes Fairbanks’ $12 000 salary and grand spending, and Maine Indianapolis figures, while Bryan promises Kern the White House if nominated and elected. The piece discusses past offers and reactions from Indianapolis observers.
The article describes Honduran rebels threatening peace in Central America as Nicaragua and regional powers appeal to Mexico for naval protection. It details insurgent advances toward Amapala, alleged plans for a joint government, and fears in Nicaragua of a Zapista style shift while Guatemala and El Salvador align with Honduras.
Special to The Washington Post reports Sherman was downtown for several hours today and declined to comment on Bryan and Bryan's Denver nomination. It is stated that after noon an operation to remove gallstones will be performed at Taxton Hospital in Ingett. Sherman’s recovery is expected to take a few weeks. Chairman Hitchcock will visit Sherman next week to discuss timing of the formal nomination notice.
Captain Horace Hood naval attaché at the British embassy in Washington sails to southern ports on the royal mail steam packet for Brazil to probe conainone in the republics. He says Brazil will use the three new battleships costing about 10000 dollars each, boosting the Brazilian navy. Hood expects a five month absence and travel via Baltimore and Ohio Railroad.
George W Johnson, veteran oarsman, arrives in New York from St Augustine Florida after a voyage begun in April amid bad weather. He will be hosted by boat clubs and stay about a month, then return to Florida via the Hudson River and Erie Canal to the Mississippi.
Admirers of William H Taft in the Philippines have supplied the material for a flag to be raised in Cincinnati in his honor on July 28. A ceremony committee announced the plan after learning of Taft’s presidential candidacy prompted island friends to contribute the banner.
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