Bryan Plan for Democratic Reform Skews Railroads
Lincoln July 2 W J Bryan outlines radical changes for the party including government ownership of railroads and telegraphs, an income tax, and election of federal judges by the people. He calls for state ownership over railroads and municipal control of franchises, arguing centralized federal control is improper and that the party should organize a radical progressive wing. He endorses Parker for president as a path to end imperialism and racial tensions while pursuing economic reforms.
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Judge Parker
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Cleveland
Notice on Marriage and Death Notices Broadcast
Notice states that marriage and death notices inserted in The Washington Post will appear simultaneously in multiple morning newspapers upon application without extra charge. Newspapers listed include The New York Times Baltimore Herald Boston Globe Buffalo Courier Cincinnati Enquirer Chicago Record Herald Philadelphia Public Ledger Pittsburg Dispatch Providence Journal Rochester Herald St. Louis Republic Syracuse Post Standard St Paul Pioneer Press Minneapolis Tribune Cleveland Plain Dealer.
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NEW York Times
Baltimore Herald
Boston Globe
Buffalo Courier
Cincinnati Enquirer
Chicago Record-Herald
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Pittsburg Dispatch
Providence Journal
Rochester Herald
ST. Louis Republic
Syracuse Post-Standard
BT. Paul Pioneer Press
Minneapolis Tribune
Cleveland Plain Dealer
LICENSED TO MARRY AND DEATH NOTICES COMPILED
A compilation of engagements and obituaries across multiple names and places. Includes marriages such as Henry C Wilmoth to Viletta Van Patter and Cornelius to Virginia Cornelius, with numerous other nuptials. Death notices reference individuals including Virginia Cornelius and Joseph Gillet, with funeral details and interment plans at Oak Hill Cemetery and St Stephen's Church. Public notices note addresses in Fairfax County and Washington DC, and obituaries list relatives and funeral arrangements.
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Henry C. Wilmoth
Viletta van Patter
Srasse
B.D
Thomas P. McStay
Lulu Grimes
Ellsworth
Florence Flint
Joan W. Fisher
Mary ¥. Washington
Jeremiah W. Looney
Annie Flynn
James Coleman
Mattie Slaughter
William Chambers
Philadelphia
Paula Nokes
Glenn V
Fauquier County
Martha L. Ayers
Fanny May Simpson
Fairfax County
Deaths in Health Office Records Include Various Local Residents
Health office record lists numerous deaths with ages and addresses such as Mary M. Alexander at 1315 Ist at, 1 month. Rudolph T. Ball at 1218 Princeton at, 86 years. George Broadnex at 1305 Chester et al, 10 months. Other entries include John McCann at 2138 Hst nw, 68 years. Amanda Graves at 1421 lst et nw, 50 years. Ethel F. Earl Brightwood. Thaddeus Green Smallpox Hospital, 1 year. Owen Goldeen U S Soldiers Home, 0 years. Luther Lepsy Wash Asy Hos, 24 years. Agnes M. Moore Anacostia, 6 months. Elizabeth Stevenson Children Hospital, years. Marie Werder 218 34 st nw, 3 months. The list also notes Anuel Plerce 4 Crown law nw 7 months. Rubrama EH Rantin 916 14th st mw 91 years. Louise Smith 1417 Pierce place 1 year. Ethel Turner Blair road near Woodburn 1 year.
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Mary M. Alexander
Rudolph T. Ball
Princeton At
George Broadnex
Chester Et
John McCann
Ethel F. Earl
Brightwood
Amanda Graves
Lst
Thaddeus Green
Smallpox Hospital
Owen Goldeen
U. S. Soldiers' Home
Howard G. Lee
Potomac River
Luther Lepsy
Wash
Asy. Hos
Alphonse Moore
Cottage Row
Agnes M. Moore
Anacostia
D. C
Lucinda Payne
Asy
Anuel Plerce
Crown Law Nw
Rubrama EH. Rantin
Funeral Directors and Embalmers in Washington DC Adverts
A assemblage of early 20th century funeral home ads lists undertakers and embalmers in Washington DC with offices on F Street NW, Pa Avenue, and Tenth Street NW. Firms include W R Speare Joseph Gawler Harvey’s Sons and J R Wright among others offering moderate prices, chapel facilities, and phone contact details.
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Poselor
R. F. Harvey’s Sons
Fourteenth Street NW
John R. Wright
Commediqua Chapel
Promiace
J. William Lee
Pennsylvania Ave
Postmaster predicts Elihu Root for New York governor
Washington postmaster John A. Merritt reports strong indications that former Secretary of War Elihu Root will be nominated for governor by the Republican State convention. He argues Root’s national and state reputation and legal acumen would unite Roosevelts and Platt supporters, aiding a large Republican victory in New York.
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Senator West III in Critical Condition in Missouri
Sweet Springs Missouri July 21 Former Senator George G West lies in a critical condition his mind clear and strength fading rapidly friends say little hope of recovery His son and daughter are summoned and will arrive soon He and his family came to spend the summer at a cottage in town since his arrival health has declined. Speaker Cannon Expected Here en route to Oyster Bay to notify Roosevelt of his nomination will brief stay to check progress on new office building for the House of Representatives and other business. Davis Nominated for Congress in Bloomsburg Democratic conferees pick Harry Davis for Congress with Dickerman declining renomination.
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Quiet day at Rosemont as Parker camp awaits committee
Esopus New York July 21 quiet day at Rosemont with Judge Parker’s nomination, few guests, and no word on the national committee chairmanship before next Tuesday's meeting. William Sheehan remains in New York as talks focus on Tammany Hall. Parker notes Cleveland’s article may aid the campaign.
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Healthful woman and the dangers of illness in ladies
A pitch for Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription contrasts a healthful woman who brings light with a sickly woman who casts a shadow. It cites women restored to happiness by the remedy, warns of substitutes, and offers the physician's medical adviser by mail. It mentions testimonials and a reward for uncured cases, urging readers to contact Dr. Pierce in Buffalo, New York.
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Davis Notified Possible Vice Presidential Nomination at Wheeling
Special to The Washington Post reports Davis may be notified in Wheeling West Virginia of his potential nomination for Vice President. Telegrams from Wheeling Register show uncertainty on time and place, with Davis awaiting Bedford Springs for talks with Col. James M. Guffey. A large Democratic gathering across West Virginia Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania could follow if he accepts.
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Cleveland Praises Parker and Tillman in Col lier's Piece
Grover Cleveland, in an article prepared for Collier's July 23, lauds Judge Parker for sending the gold telegram to the St Louis convention and endorses the party’s gold standard platform. He says the convention's stance marks a revival of Democratic vigor and unity and credits Tillman with aiding a hopeful outcome blessed by Providence.
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Watson not decided on Populist bid for president
Macon Ga July 21 Clarence Steed of this city reports a message from Thomas H Watson on his Populist nomination for president. Watson says he has not yet decided. Steed, a longtime friend, believes Watson will not head the Populist ticket.
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Clarence Steed
Thomas H. Watson
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Democratic National Committee Meeting Call in New York
James K. Jones, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, issues a call for a meeting at the Hoffman House in New York City on July 26 at 12 noon to organize and conduct business. A second item notes Amalgamated Window Glass Workers of America delaying work until October 1 to clear stock and support prices.
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Arkansas
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Sheehan Next Choice as Taggart Remains in Race
Belmont rules out, Taggart's support stays strong as Parker advisers weigh who can fund and lead the campaign. Gorman or Sheehan touted over Taggart for broad eastern appeal, while Belmont and others insist Taggart may still chair if Parker prefers. Davis heads to Bedford Springs as leaders disperse.
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Maryland
Wiliam F. Sheehan
Judge Parker
Sheehan
Henry G. Davis
Bedford Springs
Martin as Chairman for Democratic National Committee
Specter reports Virginia interest grows over Senator Thomas B Martin possibly chairing the Democratic National Committee. Martin, a veteran Virginia operator, is praised as a top organizer with strong business ties. John W Daniel may press Parker candidate to consider him if he accepts. Southern and Eastern factions weigh where the chair should hail from amid Taggart opposition. Movements of Ocean Steamers report La Gavele sailing Havre. Carpathia arrives Havre from New York. La Touraine arrives New York from Havre. Teutondverpool sails to New York.
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Habeas Corpus Granted by Judge Thomas in New York
Judge Edward B. Thomas granted a writ of habeas corpus to George W. Beavers, former post office official, and ordered briefs by Aug 1 and Beavers to appear Aug 8 for decision on continuing the writ pending appeal against removal to the District of Columbia for trial on indictments.
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South Dakota Lays Keel as Pacifics Largest War Vessel
The armored cruiser South Dakota was launched at Union Iron Works in San Francisco in a simple ceremony. Grace Herreld pressed the button and christened the ship Gov Herreld, with Bishop Nichols and Governor Herreld’s daughter among witnesses. The vessel, sister to the California, is among the largest warships for the Pacific and features engines aimed at 23,000 horsepower, 22 knots speed, 2000 ton bunker coal capacity, heavy armor, and a crew of about 829. The $6 million project joins Colorado West Virginia Pennsylvania and Maryland under construction.
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South Dakota
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California
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Herreld
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Wisconsin Parties Split Over Roosevelt Fight in State
A Chicago press summary reports Cortelyou will not seek Wisconsin peace talks. Stalwarts push to save Wisconsin for Roosevelt while La Follette faction resists reconciliations. Gold Democrats’ past influence may narrow GOP edge. German voters shifting. Analysts predict Roosevelt win of electoral vote with a Democratic governor, but no majority in the legislature for either party.
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la Foliette
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National Committee
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Roosevelt
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The Sunday Post Features of the Next Issue
A preview of topics and features planned for the upcoming issue of The Sunday Post. Readers are invited to anticipate features, columns, and special sections slated for release.
Widow of Henry George Dies in New York at 60
Mrs. Henry George, widow of political economist Henry George, died at her Monticello home in Sullivan County New York after years of poor health, at age sixty due to heart trouble. Other brief notices include Salvation Army colonel Lucinda Elapsed Marshall dying in St Louis, A J Tullock president of Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Works in Leavenworth dead at fifty, and tenor Herbert Johnson dying in Boston at forty three from rheumatic heart disease.
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Nicholas Glazner Hanged for Pittsburg Murder
Nicholas Glazner was hanged in the county jail yard in Pittsburg Pennsylvania for the murder of his sweetheart Margaret Hall a servant shot February 10 1903. He refused legal counsel at arraignment and denied the crime on the stand. A governor appointed alienist deemed him sane.
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