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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1912

Page

4

California Progressives Ask Works to Name Roosevelt Support

Senator Works faced pressure from California progressive leaders as telegraphic inquiry probed his stance on Roosevelt. He declined to join a new party, saying he could support the Democratic nominee if Taft remained the sole Republican, and indicated his votes would depend on anticipated party alignment.

California T. R Taft John J) Warks Jen. A. J. Wale Lace Roosevelt Wilson Works Chicago

Governors Urge Roosevelt Ticket Split Nominations

In Charleston West Virginia on July 21, Governor Glasscock and others urged Roosevelt supporters not to create new nominations. They criticized party factions and called for loyalty to existing nominees, while noting a split stance on Taft and Roosevelt within the state.

Glasscock Roosevelt Charleston W. Va Palt Helamd Todnes Ibaes Satna Glasaoek Taft Dts Pocheiny Chiaseenek Teoduaronffern

Double Wedding in Jail Reported in New York Jail

Fragmentary OCR reads of a jail wedding claim two inmates were to wed inside a New York jail. Names, ages, and full details are unreadable, with garbled phrases and missing dates. the item appears to be a brief jail marriage notice or rumor without verifiable specifics.

Died Sows Ehs Salderly at Ninety-Two

The obituary notes the death of Sows Ehs Salderly on a Wednesday at age 92 after a long illness. Standings, church services and burial arrangements follow, with mentions of relatives and a funeral at a local chapel and cemetery. Relatives are invited to attend and the service details are listed with names and locations.

Sarah Er Fey Churen Chita Tinley Cretors Sey Clements Storlen’s Josegha Sean Mar St Mary's Cerne

Case of Electoral Deadlock and Elector Victory Hope

The article explores how a deadlock in the 529 electoral electors could lead to a convention of electors choosing a President and Vice President. It notes the electors' absolute power, potential caucuses, and risks of the House or Senate failing to elect, with scenarios involving Taft and a four year term. The piece cites figures such as Champ Clark, Gov. Lad lex, Justice Hughes, Bryan, and mentions President Taft and Secretary of State as pivotal elements.

Congress Krum Dregun Ladlex Justice Hughes, Bryan GTB House of Representatives Io Senate Louse House

Trust law clash to be argued today in House

Democratic committee members will hear two sharply opposing views on Sherman law form and will consider amendments to the Steel Investigating Committee report. Chairman A. Stanley and Rep. Martin W. Littleton clash over burden of proof for reasonableness of taint in trusts. Littleton prepared a substitute. Stanley aims to keep current doctrine with revisions.

Steel A. ©. Stanley Steel Committee Martin W. Littleton House Mr. Stanley Mr. Littleton AML Ccnrengi Slakey Cumming Littleton Stanley

Moonshiners Targeted in Danville raid aftermath

A raid on a Mount Carmel area still near South Toston led to a confrontation when two suspected operators arrived, a hail of bullets wounded Walter Bass and Pace. Bass lost sight in one eye. Pace escaped serious injury. The still, found on J S Neal’s plantation, was destroyed as officers pursued the attackers.

Washington Danville Bass Mount Carmel Walter Bass J. 5. Neal South Toston Ub O'Clock J.C. Walter German Pace

Breaks Jail for Third Time in Culpeper

Special report from Tue Washington details Finchum, a youth from the Blue Kid region, escaping Culpeper jail for the third time. He had been jailed on larceny charges, repeatedly manipulating locks, and was recaptured after a June 21 escape. He received a two year road sentence. an appeal was noted as the attorney moved. Sheriff Yowell had guarded him with handcuffs removed at supper, after which Finchum escaped again by exploiting cell locks.

Washington Culpeper Vaduiy Binchum Blue Kid Winchum Finchum Yowell

Roosevelt Seeks Unified Progressive Ticket Plans for Pennsylvania

At Oyster Bay Col Roosevelt and ex State Senator William Flinn meet to define candidate electors strategy. Man's Pittsburgh visit prompts Pennsylvania plans while Roosevelt rejects any bargain that weakens independent ticket aims. Wisconsin Michigan moves praised as new party grows. first muster of "new guard" set in New York Metropolitan Tower. Dixon calls for full state tickets in Illinois and beyond.

Pennsylvania Maryland New Jersey Coronel Oyster Bay N.Y National Progressive Party Cal. Roosevelt William Flinn Pittsburgh Colet Philadelphia Tat Roosevelt Col Taft Jeff Man Republian Col. Roosevelt Elion Wisconsin Charley R. van Hise University of Wisconsin Harry Cochems Senator la Follette Michigan New Party Col. Roelt New Guard New York Metropolitan Tower William TH. Hotchkiss Portin S Chicago Jilly Joseph M. Dixon Jackson Mich Georgia

Publican progressives drop call for state convention

Publican progressives rescinded Thursday's call for a state convention to choose delegates to the Chicago national Progressive party convention. Appeals from Republican friends urged remaining with the old war. County conventions were to be held July 25 and the state convention July 21 in Jackson Mississippi.

Chicago Progressive Party Jackson Miss Mississippi

Tariff Talks Near End of Session Hasten Adjournment

Congress faces a busy week with tariff bills under debate and key appropriation measures stalled. Senate plans to vote on the Democratic wood tariff bill, excise tax, and sugar tariff, while the House likely moves on postal and seamen labor rules and the wireless measure. The adjournment target hinges on the Archbald impeachment outcome and Panama Canal legislation, with a temporary presidential authority plan shaping the canal question. Theron Catlin election funds inquiry also looms for House action.

Congress House Senate Panama Robert W. Archbald Commerce Court Panama Canal Taft

Man Hunt Near Roanoke Threats of Lynching Rise

Roanoke July 21 Mrs Annie Bowers a widow attacked by a burly negro while gathering eggs near her father Reverend Samuel Hecker's farm six miles south of Roanoke He carried a large new knife and threatened to cut her throat before fleeing The assault triggered a large search with police brood hounds and posses hundreds of armed men scouring the countryside Suspects Sam Lemon Douglass Turner and others were detained while Mrs Bowers identified none The case sparked threats of lynching as a suspect remained at large and police planned further identification proceedings tomorrow.

Washington Post Roanoke Annie Bowers Samuel Hecker Lemon

Pierced by hot steel rail in Pittsburgh plant death

Frederick Nehmer aged 50 a steel plant worker died after a glowing hot steel tail was thrust from the rolls through his body in the Pittsburgh plant. The incident occurred tonight as movements of ocean steamers and ships arriving and docking are listed nearby.

Pittsburgh Frederick Nehmer

Dardanelles stay open as Italians threaten renewed attack

At Misrata and Tripoli Gen Fara’s force harassed a Turk resistive near the oasis. After a four hour clash, Turks retreated with heavy losses. Italian casualties were 19 killed and 87 wounded. London reports the Dardanelles to remain open unless Turks renew hostilities. Admiral Viale details Italian raid against the Dardanelles with torpedo boats Spica Centauro Astore Climeno Perseo navigating blocked channels and suffering minor damage but returning in order.

Dardanelles Viale Misrata Tripoli Fara Miarata London Constantinople Straits Albania Roma Ttalian Spica Centauro Astore Climeno Perseo Unseon Kilid Bahr Millio

Sultan Names New Vizier in Constantinople Cabinet

Ghazi Moukhtar Pasha formed a cabinet at Constantinople naming Nazim Pasha war minister and Ferid Pasha interior minister. The sultan appointed Moukhtar Pasha grand vizier after rebuffing Tewfik Pasha’s bid to dissolve the chamber. The lineup includes three former grand viziers and Albanian representation signals policy shifts toward peace talks with Italy.

Ghazi Moukhtar Pasha Constantinople Tewfik Pasha London Moukhtar Pasha Nazim Pasha Hunselo Hilmi Elamil Pasha Ferid Pasha Zila Pasha Jemailedin Effendi ahelk-ul-Islam Russia Albania Kismil Pasha Italy

Yuan Chides Assembly Over Cabinet Delays

President Yuan Shi Kai told a multi party deputation in Peking that Premier Lu Cheng Hsiang had agreed to submit a new cabinet. He urged the national assembly, which vetoed his nominees, to stop obstruction as it delays recognition of the republic abroad.

Peking Yuan Shi Kai Lu Cheng Hsiang National Assembly

Anonymous Author Probes Money's Link to Vice in Cities

The anonymous writer, now a former police official, presents a bold theory that money from vice cycles back into vice. He cites unmistakable cases from major city police departments and recounts tragedies witnessed firsthand. Illustrations by J. N. Marchand show a keen eye for the police type.

J. N. Marchand

The Crimson Gardenia Part II Opens In Strange House

Rex Beach continues the three part serial about a young society man drawn into danger after a Mardi Gras encounter. In this installment he hides amid enemies within a mysterious plot, with surprises ahead for loyal readers. Charles Sarka provides the illustration.

Rex Beach America New Orleans Charles Sarka

Navy story on Jack Ashore provokes patriotic bias

A widely different navy tale shows Jack Ashore complaining about how he is treated by fellow citizens who assume strong patriotism. The narrative is sympathetically illustrated by G. W. Harting, highlighting civil attitudes toward returning sailors.

Jack G. W. Harting

Arena Photographers Contest Wraps Up With Winners

Months ago we held a contest for amateur photographers and prize-winners will be revealed in this issue. The prize-winning pictures will be published, and the Arena notes this has been the most successful contest to date.

Submarine Portrait Brava by Paul Goold Featured On Cover

A colored cover reproduction titled Brava shows an unusual submerged mermaid applauding a summer girl. Artist Paul Goold created the painting with aquatic, playful imagery.

Paul Goold

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