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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1908
Page
6
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The article discusses Gov. Johnson of Minnesota and his plan to seek the presidency in Denver, noting his likely exclusion from the vice presidency and the impact on Bryan's campaign. It considers party strategy, platform debates, and Johnson's potential influence in the 1912 race.
A garbled data scrape from The Washington Post includes stray words and a June date, offering no clear event or person. The readable fragments hint at a Washington DC edition item but lack coherent facts to summarize.
Citizens of Washington should endure heat with mental cheer and social activity rather than complain. The essay argues heat widens brain tissue but clever auto-suggestion and cheerful company keep comfort, praising the capital’s shaded streets and open air suburbs as a cool, healthy refuge amid July-like heat.
Tinestn Biszard to New York Itnral. no reference to government ownership of railroads to appear in the Democratic national platform. Norman Muh of New York, a Democrat National Committee member, confirms the decision after a three hour conference with William J Bryan. Mrs Viack and Mrs Mack arrived in Ginecol, were met by Mr and Mrs Bryan at Rock Island station, driven to Fairview, then escorted back to the station. the Macks proceed to Denver for Saturday national committee meeting to finalize arrangements for the convention.
Hon Albert 8 Wishard of Indianapolis predicts Taft will win Indiana’s electoral vote. He notes conservative Democrats may back Taft and doubts about Watson as governor candidate. He cites liquor policy as a key issue, favoring township local option over county wide votes.
A Philadelphia Bulletin account recalls Mortistown teen Joseph Gilligan, eighteen, with amputated limbs, who swam from shore to rescue two drowning boys at Marrs Pond. His actions highlight resilience and the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission’s praise for handicapped courage.
A discussion on bank safety questions whether insured deposits would invite reckless lending and harm honest bankers. It references New York experience with deposit guarantees, politics around Bryan, and a fisherman’s note on snagging salmon by Alaska Indians.
The Portuguese government exiled Lieut Francesco Figuiera, the royal bodyguard who killed one of the regicides of King Carlos and Crown Prince Figuwhera. Wounded in the arm, he was sent to Macao as governor but not promoted. The piece also touches on broader Lisbon turmoil and references to Macao and Chinese affairs.
The Broadway Magazine profile lauds John G Johnson as a rare, eminent lawyer who shaped antitrust and constitutional battles. Known for modest fees and a long, influential career, he reportedly helped save a New York streetcar franchise and charged unusually high sums only in standout cases.
The piece rails at Grover Cleveland as a true Democrat and criticizes party shifts, praising his principled stance, while recounting his wartime-era leadership and the enduring aura of his legacy amid calls for party renewal. It also touches on death, obituaries, and reflections on ex presidents in U.S. history.
New York World reports Democratic leaders expect William J Bryan to fail to secure the two thirds needed for nomination at Denver. North Carolina and other states allegedly promise enough antiBryan votes on the first and second ballots to deny him renomination, suggesting a aborted bid unless he wins on the initial ballot.
A controversial protest by women against stuttering in political speech sparks debate at conventions. Reformers argue clearer talk may sway delegates while Bryan supporters fear losing ground in key states. The piece notes Georgia’s anti Bryan stance and the unit rule shaping delegate voting amid tense negotiations.
Chong Sing, a wealthy Chinese businessman, arrived in Washington to urge Minister Wu to push for more liberal treatment of Chinese migrants. He argues U S laws unfairly restrict Chinese citizens, noting Nicaragua and other nations have relaxed or altered similar restrictions.
Dr George Ticke a surgeon is humane and kind. He once picked up a dog injured in the street and took it home to nurse the fore leg until healing. The dog, Pinko, grew friendly with him and would seek admittance whenever another dog with a broken leg passed by.
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