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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1908

Page

28

Fragmented Political Rally Disrupted by Delegates Turmoil

Reported crowd scenes describe a chaotic political gathering where supporters cheered a senator while factions from Ifahd and Wrommy disrupted seating. Indiana Iroquois led by US Attorney John Kealing waved flags as the speech unfolded amid tangled, noisy proceedings and mechanical interruptions.

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Fairbanks Advises Boomer Restraint in Tempest Time

A fragmented note reports John Fairbanks urging calm and steady leadership during a political upheaval. The text mentions a vice president and a departure, with unclear dates and places, but highlights calls for restraint amid turmoil.

Burrows Keynote Sparks Third Term Speech

The temporary chairman opens with praise for Burrows in a keynote address. He highlights Republican achievements under current leadership and previews future policy, focusing on labor legislation, interstate commerce, and infrastructure while referencing the Philippines Puerto Rico and Cuba as benefits of American policy.

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Hughes Off to Rhode Island for Amherst Election

A brief item notes Hughes departing for Rhode Island with aim to address the Amherst campus audience. The report mentions a post proved context and references a Thursday government discussion during the afternoon at Brann University.

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Convention Date Changed At Surray School Meeting

The executive committee of the Surray School district moved the convention to November 10 1698 at the Aisttet building. Plans were discussed to emphasize the Sunday School work and to make the gathering a notable feature of the annual event.

Reverend Leeper to be buried at Mononga Court scene

The body of Reverend P Leeper, longtime minister, is sent to his old home for burial. He died in Washington at age eighty nine after a long pastorate at the Methodist Episcopal church in Mononga. The transfer follows decision by the Columbia Judge of Odd Fellows. He had served Mononga lodge for decades and moved to this city in 1900, living there until his death.

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Protest from New York over injunction plank in platform

New York June 1 The Merchants association of New York sent a telegram to the chairman of the Republican convention protesting against the inclusion of any anti injunction plank in the Republican national platform. Cops of men protested were sent to Representaties Persons and Bennet watch. A request was made that they endorse to obtain united opposition of the New York delegation against any injunction plank.

New York Alee Bennet Watch United Opposition New Years

Colored vote in bolt senator Foraker their idol

A 1912 style analysis argues Taft’s stance on disfranchisement of Black voters could split party support. It notes mixed sentiment among Black leaders and Northern voters, with some backing Bryan while others resist Taft. Mentions Bishop Walters, Sen. Foraker, and Browneville as flashpoints shaping allegiance in Southern and border states.

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Gilchrist Leads in Florida Democratic Second Primary

In Florida's second Democratic primary, Albert W. Gilchrist of Punta Gorda leads John N. Stockton of Jacksonville for governor by an estimated 601 to 7,000 votes at midnight. Gus Broward and Duncan Fletcher remain close in the major with Fletcher gaining in South Florida and expected to win with a small margin. No definite delegate figures yet.

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Platform battle ends with defense of Supreme judiciary

The article notes continued platform battle on page eight, urging no sympathy for stripping courts of constitutional powers. It portrays the courts as safeguards of the republic and civic liberty, with strong ovations signaling how the convention might vote on that plank.

Platform makers at work in labor plank debate

Chicago June 16 committee on resolutions met in the Auditorum Annex to draft planks for the platform. A thirteen member subcommittee was appointed to render disputed questions in detail and finish the document. Mr Fuller presented anti injunction proposals citing rights of labor and jury trials, while manufacturers urged restraint on judiciary. Delegations from New York business circles and Chicago women urged woman suffrage and broader immigration reform, with speakers from Port Worth, Omaha, and various nationalities weighing in on platform directions.

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Debates on Territory Statehood and Inland Waterway Bonds

Committee hearings covered inland waterway improvements with a proposed 500000 dollar two percent bond issue. Advocates urged single statehood for New Mexico, Arizona, and related territories. Speakers included Gov Curry, Judge Rodey, and Congressional Delegate Andrews. Opposition to postal savings banks was voiced by John L Hamilton of the American Bankers Association. Executive session followed, with labor figures Samuel Gompers to be heard next.

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Beveridge Resented Aspirant for Temporary Chair

The Indiana delegation chair Beveridge refused to back the motion praising women’s organization and opposed approving the report by Senators Jewell and Burrows. He urged not to second the motion and declined to allow adoption, sparking a tense exchange at the convention.

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Paralyzed student incident at university pool scene

A campus outdoor class incident left student Charles R Saunders paralyzed after a chaotic pool area episode. Several women fled into the swimming pool as panic spread. Saunders attempted to escape, was knocked unconscious, and later rescued. Multiple clergy and local residents listed as witnesses or involved.

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Health Office Record Deaths Collected to Midnight June 16

The report lists numerous deaths with ages and last-known addresses including Elizabeth Wo Snider 7821 4th st ne aged 1 year, Barna O Brien 38 years, Mrs Zippata Drummond, Annie E B Ready, Susan F Gonder, Sidney Ballingame aged 28, Jacob Mann 40, Asthecine Smith 28, infant of Albert and Alice van Dertanjer, Reymond Hunt, Joban Phillips 76, Mra Tracy Fugee, Augustus Thornett 84, Lillian Jones 19, Margaret Hayes 33, William Hewitt 7, Louise Johnson 3, Mary E Smith 4 months, Harvey Barnes 6 months, Ferdinand Russd 5 months, and others at various addresses and hospitals. Details include hospital affiliations such as Providence Hospital and Children’s Hospital and locations in Washington area.

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Solemn Memorial Roll Call For Departed Members

A solemn memorial service recalls deceased members of the Pathias of the Pystret lodge. The event lists thirty three names on the roll, with music, prayers, and a benediction by Grand Chancellor Woodward. Numerous lodge officers and visiting Brethren attend, wreaths are laid, and a closing ode is offered by Justus H. Rathbone.

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