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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1908

Page

25

Extra Train Regulating Rules Questioned at Inquest

Testimony details extra car from Annapolis should have waited at Camp Parole for regular to pass. Dispatcher testified no orders given. jury adjourned to hear Motorman Wadsworth and Confort. Witnesses discuss timing, signals, and duties of crews at Annapolis and Bests Gate.

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Fragmented death notices from an old city records page

A scattered OCR listing includes ages from infants to 99 years and various names and locales. Partial lines mention hospitals, addresses, and years of life or admission, with little coherent structure or dates.

Chandler Urges Black Voters to Back Democrats in 1900

Former New Hampshire Senator William Z Chandler addressed Galbraith Church crowds urging colored men and women to vote against Secretary Taft for president and demand enforcement of the fifteenth amendment. He claimed the Republican party robbed blacks of rights and pressed for a Democratic alignment to protect interests. Ministers spoke as Chandler warned of continued oppression in the South and urged immediate action to secure voting rights and equal protection.

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Taft Landslide Forecast From Nebrasia Seem Deeply Mixed

A Nebrasia observer assesses the 1908 race mood predicting mixed support for Taft with some backers looking to Roosevelt. The piece notes tension among party leaders, the War Secretary Burkett’s stance, and hints at shifting loyalties among Nebraska senators and delegates.

Lodge Speech Outlined by Senator Lodge in Massachusetts

Senator Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts outlines a Republican speech likely to last about twenty minutes. He will argue the party’s welfare requires upholding Roosevelt administration policies and following them with energy for future success. He will touch on the third term talk but emphasize adherence to Roosevelt’s lines.

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Kittredge's Fight on Today in South Dakota Primaries

Stour fans report Keen interest as June 6 primary elections approach in South Dakota. The campaign features interparty clashes within the Republican and insurgent factions. Gov Crawford and Senator Kotti Iganude lead a crowded field as the contest promises a key statewide test.

South Dakota Crawford Stour Inter St Suuth Dakota Stitwart Insurgr Kotti Iganude United Stats Pen Toisip

Hearst Gains Eleven Votes in mayoralty recount

In New York on June 8 the recount of the 186 Hearst mayoralty contest focused on 400 ballot boxes. Hearst gained eleven votes totaling 116 after reviewing four boxes. Lambert Clarence J. Shearn, Hearst's counsel, denied reports he would withdraw the case and said every ballot box would be opened and counted.

New York William R Hears Hearst Lambert Clarence J. Shearn

Plan to curb the South delegates at Republican convention

Chicago June 85 allies propose a plan to restrict Southern delegations at national conventions. The plan mirrors 19% Quay proposal, granting four at large delegates per state and one per 10 000 Republican votes, shifting 16 delegates from the South to the North and boosting states like Ohio and Indiana.

Chicago Senator Quay Pennsylvania Masachusetts Nevada Ohio Indiana

Labor Leader Gompers to Oppose Memorial at Chicago Convention

Samuel Gompers denounces claims that AFL attacked court integrity and plans to fight the New York memorial at Chicago. He says organized labor respects judicial independence and will push for the right of members as a core principle, aiming to win Republican support for constitutional prerogatives. He prepares for an executive council meeting Thursday to discuss protest signs and strategy.

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Convention Notes Chicago June 4 Republican meeting adjourns after wind damage

Report from Chicago of a Republican convention tumult with temporary partitions in the Colum annex felled by a southwest draft. A surgeon ordered an adjournment as carpenters secured the area. John Spooner urged non renomination of the vice president candidate. James Sherigan and others pressed for unity and cautioned against nominators unacceptable to delegates. Headquarters planned for Auditorium Hotel as political talks continue at a gilded ball dinner.

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Fight On For Kentucky August Convention Turbulence

Fragmented OCR shows a chaotic report about Kentucky Democratic state convention activity. Mentions Gov Rock and Louisvill e candidate Hidem an and a forecast for U.S. Senate race. political maneuvering and primary context are described with unclear details.

Governor Guild Visit Sparks Vice Presidency Talk

Gov Curtis Guild Jr and his brother left for Washington for a 12 visit to Postmaster General Moyer. The governor said the trip had no partisan sign. News of a Guild White House visit interests Massachusetts Republicans who expect closer discussion of the Vice Presidency with the President.

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Rhode Island Delegation Divided Over Bryan Nomination

The Rhode Island delegation to the Democratic National Convention split on backing Bryan. At a late afternoon meeting they decided to go to Denver unhampered by resolutions or instructions for any candidate.

Providence Rhode Island Wig Bryan

Tug Maggie Missing With Seven Aboard Near Suttons Bay

In mid June near Grand Traverse Bay the tug Maggie from Suttons Bay with seven aboard, including FR Clark owner C P Kittle his wife and child Miss Fthel Graham Miss Lou Graham of Akron Ohio and John Bahle, disappeared after leaving Suttons Bay. The bay’s 40 inch chop made the area unsafe for small launches and there has been no sighting or word since.

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Tragic hours told by widow after man’s murder suicid

Mrs Pospisiel recounts the night her husband Dr Joseph Pospisiel fired on police and neighbors then shot himself in the second story window of their Seventh Street Northeast home. She describes his maniacal laughter, the mob outside, and her fear as she watched the events unfold before the body was taken for burial at Glenwood Cemetery.

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Burning hotel rocks town as 500 firefighters battle blaze

The hotel fire began in the tower section trapping guests high in the building. Firemen carried hoses uphill and elevators failed delaying progress. Main wing engulfed before reinforcements from nearby towns arrived. Guests fled amid confusion as smoke filled halls and stairways.

Havana Trial Drama Shows Conflicting Accounts

In Havana a trial features Cooper and Cuban defendants detailing events aboard a boat. Cooper says he paid four dollars for boat service while one Cuban demanded seven, and a witness describes a moment of simulated stabbing as another Cuban grabbed a wrist. The defense maintains the men intended only a brief outing before returning to camp.

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Indorse Temple Plan Faces Indefinite Future as Backers Hold Control

A fragmented report outlines plans for a Labor union project associated with Temple, with backers potentially sole owners. The committee recommends endorsing the proposal while noting uncertainties about reputational risk and project leadership amid pending approvals and future votes.

Soap Makers Win Suit in R

A court decision favors soap makers in a civil action over a disputed art project. The ruling details damages and the parties involved, including manufacturer and artist associations. The case centers on alleged infringement and the court’s assessment of compensation.

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