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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1908
Page
27
Reported Tennessee Republican convention tensions and strategy as Newell Sanders signals a 22 of 24 votes for Taft aligned slate with Evans as vice president. Delegates discuss factional balance, committee actions, and anticipated party unity for the upcoming state and national contests.
A heated struggle in Tennessee pits reformers against Federal officeholders, with deputies guarding entrances and clashes inside the capitol. Protesters accuse entrenched patrons and corrupt committees, while the Oliver faction seeks to rally support and unseat the entrenched leadership amid legal and political tension.
Remesenta the William B McKinley of Huneig reports confident Cannon will be the Republican presidential choice at the Springfield convention. He notes Speaker Cannon’s chances were never trighter and that fifty four delegates from Timors will support him. He vows strong efforts to promote Cannon and claims broad national encouragement.
Seven of the Kings County Democratic executive committee sign revolts against Senator Patrick H McCarren. The motion, at Astor House, is linked to Tammany Hall leader Charles F Murray. Signatories include Melody, McGuire, Doyle, Farrell, Byrnes, Aillmore, and Lynch. Primary battles loom as city department leaders back the revolt.
In Indianapolis on Wednesday the Republican State convention opens its first session with many U S Senators Beveridge Hemenway and Representatives Overstreet Brick and Chaney among prominent attendees. The four gubernatorial hopefuls are contested while Overstreet acts as temporary chairman and delivers a keynote. Vice President Failbanks will not attend but will send a letter to be read. Delegates at large will be chosen to travel to Chicago and instruct for Failbanks for President. Nominations occur Thursday.
Representative James T Lloyd of Missouri, chairman of the Democratic National Congressional Committee, visited Mayor McClellas in a social meeting. He said the political outlook for a Democratic gain in the House looked promising, with key prospects in Missouri, Minnesota, and other Mississippi Valley states.
Boston mass voters face state primaries to shape the party’s national ticket as Taft supporters claim twenty five of thirty two delegates to Chicago while unpledged advocates push for greater freedom. The fight centers on the fourth at large delegate and contests rage in Second and Sixth districts with leaders pledging strong showings.
Announces the opening of the Connecticut avenue branch of the International Banking Corporation in Washington. Highlights include a dignified interior with green and ivory decor, a separate ladies department, and remarks on staff including 13 J Selwin Tait as manager and Norman Bester as assistant manager. Delegates elected for San Juan and Porto Rico. others to attend the Republican National Convention without instructions.
An old advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a pure vegetable based medicine for kidney liver and bladder trouble. It claims no stimulants and urges readers to request a free sample bottle by mail from Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY and to mention The Washington Daily Post.
James Short, an oyster man, is jailed at the Fifth precinct after a fight with Policeman Showalter yesterday afternoon near 111 Quander Street. Short allegedly cursed the pest house watchman Perry Talbert, injured him, drew an oyster knife, and caused a compound fracture to the officer’s right arm and several stab wounds. Short faces two counts of assault and a charge of disorderly conduct.
Charles Shore, described as a race track follower, forfeited 20 dollars in Police Court rather than answer gambling charges after Sunday night arrest in a hotel room. Information shows he and companions were at poker when officers interrupted the game and Baere, who handled funds, was arrested along with others whose names were taken as government witnesses.
The Tenth Indiana district convened and nominated Edgar Crumpscker by acclamation for Congress. This marks his sixtieth nomination for the office, highlighting his repeated bids and persistent political presence in the district.
It highlights independence and accuracy, announcing The Post as the leading newspaper at the U S government seat. It emphasizes comprehensive financial news, market reports, and guidance for farmers and general readers across its editions including the Sunday Morning Edition.
The Washington Post offers a distinguished illustrated magazine section with selections by prominent writers. It highlights careful foreign news coverage and timely illustrations, praising Sunday Post for being superior to any other Sunday newspaper and a trusted household visitor.
The Sporting Department of Tue Post mirrors the best sporting papers, dedicating space to outdoor and indoor sports across climates. The SuNday Pink Sheet presents four pages packed with baseball results, races, billiards, auto contests, yacht events, boating, golf, tennis, swimming, and every sporting feature in accurate detail.
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