Bryan Visits Washington Aims to Gauge 1908 Democratic Field
William Jennings Bryan made a brief Washington stop on his way home from New York to meet with Mrs. Bryan and Miss Grade. He conferred with Willis J. Abbott and former Senator James K. Jones as observers suggested Bryan is the likely 1908 Democratic choice. Bryan defended tariff reform and trust measures while noting divisions among Republicans and growing Democratic strength. He planned to return to Lincoln, Nebr., for ten days before launching a lecture tour on the Chautauqua circuit.
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William Jennings Bryan
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New York
Willis J. “Abbott
Mr. Bryan
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Abbott
James K. Jones
Bryan
Cima
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Nebraska, Statesman
Meno
White House
Lincoln, Nebr
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Chauteuqua
Southern Women Honor Mrs Henderson at Arlington Hotel
A large reception last evening at the Arlington Hotel honored Mrs Virgaia Georges Henderson of Mississippi, district general of the United Confederacy. Distinguished guests and veterans attended as Mrs Ralph Walsh and Mrs Rosalie Bocock led the welcomes, with Haley's Band providing music and cocktails among palms, peonies, and roses.
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Virgaia Georges Henderson
Mississippi
United of the Confederacy
Arlington Hotel
Charles” B. HeWry
Seth Shepard
Wiliam &. Champers
Nayi
Hillary A. Herbert
Maj
Helmes Conrai
Samuel Lewis
J. McDowell Carrington
John T. Callahan
John W. Hickey
Wallace Streeter
The
Sons of Veterans
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Nannie Randolph Heth
Fraternity Women Banquet Reports First National Convention
A banquet was held last evening at the Shoreham by the Phi Mu Gamma Fraternity which has conducted a convention in Washington since Thursday. Delegates from two New York schools Brenau College Georgia Jackson College Alabama and Hollins Institute Virginia attend with headquarters at the Shoreham Hotel. After visiting the Corcoran Gallery delegates will return home. Pink peonies beauty roses and sweet peas adorned the gathering. Delegates include Miss Sina Lee Hare Louisville Ky Miss Edith McFan Chari Miss Jane Carney Portsmouth Miss Phoebe Hunter Enza Miss Lida Camp Ocala Fla Miss Amy Clare Hutton New York Miss Elin Scott Canton Ga Miss Muriel Palmer Washington DC Miss N Drake New York Miss Jane Richmond Weld Cand Miss Grace Bryan daughter of William Jennings Bryan who will leave Washington to join Lincoln. Tomorrow naval gun factory band will provide sacred concert at noon. Drive from Capital cars on Fenway East marked Pond 16 to Handie Hiehlanas.
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Shoreham
Phi Mu Gamma
Washington
New’ York
Brenau College
Georgia
Jackson College
Alabama
Hollins Institute
Virgginia
President faces Denver convention rift over public lands
President Roosevelt prepares for a defensive push as Denver convenes June 18 under Colorado authority. Cabinet members may be sent to counter hostile resolutions and speeches aimed at lands withdrawals and forest reserves. Reclamation and forest service policies face scrutiny amid Deepen discussions with Garfiel and Wilson.
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What She Handed Him A Nickel in a Downtown Station Story
A New York Times tale recalls a man who finds a dropped nickel in a crowded downtown elevated station. He pockets it for a woman laden with bundles, prompts a tense exchange, and an ensuing scene as the train nears. A crowd gathers as the man returns the coin with questions about a possible charge.
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New York Times
Mata
Rumpus
Guide Upholds President in Wilderness Wolves Debate
Special to Theington Fest reports Bangor figures discuss Theodore Roosevelt era views on wolves and deer relation to hunting rights. A controversial exchange questions whether predators tear hearts from prey, with mixed opinions on conservation and policy amid a rugged forest setting.
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Bill” Sewall
Gilda
Theodore Roosevelt
Ana Ddam
Gari
Glass Exercises at George Washington University Class Show
The George Washington University class of 190% presented a glass exercises program featuring a scene with a chemist and a mock skeleton. Faculty announced honorary doctorates and the event concluded with the senior class delivery in a staged program amid mixed reception.
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George ‘Washington University
Speech by Speaker Seid sparks segregation debate
Fragmented dispatch notes a speech by Speaker Seid claiming the Tarheel State was settling Negro questions in what is described as the right way. The report references education and historical maps while noting political maneuvering and a special dispatch on the issue.
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Seid Tarheel
Seventeenth Ohio District Lands Senate Special
The Washington Post reports on a Republican legislative committee endorsement with Secretary William 1H.1 President. The text indicates a focus on the Seventeenth Ohio district and related acts, noting opposition and actions in process.
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Ohio
Washington Post
Philadelphia
Republican' Legislative ‘Committee
William
Fragmentary OCR Note Reflects Unclear City Speech
A damaged OCR fragment notes a mayoral remark and a statement by a state official. The passage is garbled and lacks complete names or context, leaving only hints of political discussion and public speech.
Figureton’s Master Builders Meet
Fragmented OCR text shows a milestone event involving Master Builders and figures tied to a meeting or confrontation yesterday. References to figure names, locations, and dates are garbled, leaving an unclear narrative surrounding a figure and a builder group.
Turbulent GOP Primary Talk Shapes Taft and Hitchcock
Fragmentary remarks show intense Republican intrigue over presidential prospects. Mentions Taft’s influence, Hitchcock as a key figure, and party strategy in the South and Ohio amid upcoming conventions and campaigns.
Long Cabinet Meeting Reported at White House
President's advisers held a preliminary Cabinet meeting last night to discuss major policy topics. General Purdy reviewed the evidence while the President and top aides prepared for further discussions with the Chief Executive on the anti trust and mining matters at stake.
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Tabig Jonnér
Nekiap Épti-Trust
Upder
Nation
Votoy PD
Bursig
White House
Anti trust probe threats loom in Chicago meeting
President and District Attorney Sims met in Chicago to discuss new federal anti-trust prosecutions. The Federal grand jury will convene early next week as the DA plans to submit evidence likely leading to indictments against one or two corporations, including the International Harvester Company, over alleged violations connected to the White House. The talks occurred in a private conference amid White House concerns.
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Roosévelt
Départment of Justice
International Harvester Company
Fox
White’ House
Bid President Good-By Announcement
A fragment from the era notes a farewell to the President with a brief quoted phrase regarding James Bryt and a reference to Embarey. The readable bits imply a ceremonial or formal departure communication.
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James Bryt
Mrs Hale, 85, Dies After Illness in Northeast City
Mrs Hale, eighty five years old, residing at 310 Test northwest, dropped dead shortly after noon yesterday. A charitable woman with ties to Bevent Maryland avenue northeast, she was well known in community service. Two nephews stated plans for burial arrangements as undertakers prepared the scene.
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Honor Washington's Name at Mount Vernon Visit
Baron von Asbeck and Admiral Thierry visited Mount Vernon aboard the Mayflower to honor George Washington. They planted trees near the tomb after a ceremony and spoke of Washington's global stature while Secretary of the Navy Metcalf attended.
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Fire destroys Washington Gaslight stables and warehouse
A fire at the Washington Gaslight Company stables and warehouse on Tenth Street between D and E caused about 10000 dollars in damage. Three alarms brought nearly all downtown firefighters, who saved thirteen horses and extinguished the flames after hours of effort.
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Thomas Whitlow
W. J. Madigar
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Wiliam E. Hart
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Defendants arraigned in burglary case at Police Court
Robert Ostrander Jr. and Harry Soper were arrested Thursday and arraigned in Police Court yesterday on burglary charges. Ostrander, seventeen, and Soper, twenty, were locked up in the Fifth precinct station. The case proceeds with the jury trial as scheduled.
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Harry Soper
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