Roosevelt Charges Taft with Joining Foe in Ohio Campaign
Theodore Roosevelt, speaking in Canton Ohio, urged Ohio Republicans to send an antiadministration delegation to the national convention. He defended Lincoln and McKinley as models, denied Taft’s right to criticize his administration, and outlined tariff and judicial recall ideas while praising “plain people” and the Ohio voters.
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William McKinley
Abraham Lincoln
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Taft
Sasses
LAWMAKER CAUGHT IN LIFT IN CAPITOL DARKNESS
Darkness fell on the Capitol as a dynamo derailment left an elevator stalled between floors. Representative Adamson of Georgia became trapped while Speaker Cannon and Representative Clayton collided in the Speaker's lobby. Capitol police and staff used candles and matches to guide visitors to safety. An investigation will follow.
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Georgia
Taft Attacks Roosevelt in Ohio Campaign Tour
President Taft, meeting crowds in Warren, Niles, and Girard, denounces Theodore Roosevelt as egotistical and accuses him of unfounded accusations and misrepresentations. He defends his own record, questions Roosevelt's qualifications, and appeals for an Ohio-wide square deal as delegates gather for the Republican national convention.
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Evein
Col Roosevelt
Ohia
Abraham” Lincoln
Chicago
Echoes of the Battle in Ohio and Taft Split
Fragmented quotation heavy on political dispute. The speaker denounces Taft, contrasts with Theodore Roosevelt, and invokes Lincoln to justify Progressives distancing from Taft, arguing loyalty to their earlier stand and accusing Taft of betraying allies and policies.
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Ohio
California Primary Sends Roosevelt Ahead in State Delegations
California returns show Roosevelt leading in presidential preference with strong showings in San Francisco and interior counties. Taft faced a setback as Roosevelt carried several congressional districts and women voters lined up across the state. all 28 delegates elected were at large.
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la Follette
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Wilson
Rooapyesit
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California
Workman Baked to Death in Trench Collapse
In Malden two laborers were exposed to fatal conditions as dirt and stones caved in. Daniel Smith of a local gas firm died from the intense flames while his partner William Laughlin was severely burned and later saved by rescuers using breathing hose. Firemen fainted from fumes. Father George P. O Connor entered the trench to administer last rites as hope faded.
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Daniel Smith
William
George P. O'Connor
Man Eats 62 Trout Boasting He Could Finish Them
Monticello New York May 14 Stanton Ennis a grocer tried to prove he could eat all native trout two men caught in a day. Ennis and Frank Mitchell fished the Monuap River and landed 62 trout of varying sizes. Ennis was to forfeit $14 to Mitchell if he failed. Ennis won the wager but may die from the ordeal as doctors monitor his condition.
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New York
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Taft Victory in Tennessee Delegates Promoted at Rally
Tennessee Republicans elected four state at large delegates to the national convention to back President Taft. United States Senator Newell Sanders State Senator Z Hicks J W Ross and J J Gore were chosen amid a near bolt by Roosevelt supporters. The platform endorses Taft and opposes recall of judges and broad reforms, urging stiff enforcement of the Sherman act.
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Tenn
Taft
Tennessee
United States
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J. J. Gore
Algerdar
Roasgsvelt
Third Murder at Cay Sanitarium Sparks Probe of Staff
The Washington Bee reports a third death at The Cay sanitarium as Dr George A Johns, superintendent, leads a wide probe into physicians nurses and attendants over alleged improper hours and duties. Patrick O Sullivan nine died after a roommate Bernard Duckmin sixty two struck him with a heavy yash bowl.
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Bernard Duckmin
O'Sullivan
Miners defer action as wage pact debated today
Wilkes-Barre Virginia May 14 After two sessions the anthracite miners convention adjourned to tomorrow without voting on the tentative working arrangement agreed by the sub committee and coal operators. The day was spent on preliminaries for the debate with expected sharp discussion and strong sentiment toward approval.
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Thorough Investigation of District Conduct Planned by House
A House subcommittee proposes a $10 000 inquiry into the business methods of local officers and District government. The plan, linked to Oldfield’s resolution, would empower issuing subpoenas for books and witnesses as the District Committee probes government operations and public utilities. If approved, work would begin this summer, with utilities legislation and tax departments already funded separately.
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Man Digging Wife From Grave Tries Resurrection
Charles Hillegan of Naperville, after his wife died in Seattle, plunged into a desperate attempt to revive her. He dug up the coffin, moved the body to his home, and menaced bystanders as his mind broke under grief, ending with sheriff custody.
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Chicago
Charles Hillegan
Naperville
Seattle
Dunsany Dives to Save Valet in Serpentine Incident
Lord Dunsany, head of the Plunkett family, plunged into the Serpentine on Monday to rescue Herbert Porter, the valet of the Earl of Moriey, whose overturned boat prompted the dramatic effort. Despite his full dress, Dunsany attempted multiple times to save the man according to reports from The Washington Post.
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Danish King Dead With Pies in Germany Testimony
Danish king dies while guests in Germany as Europe mourns. He was raised in simple style. his younger brother rules Greece and his son governs Norway. Noted for culture, he impressed Americans during Dr. Cook reception.
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Dead King Frederick VIII of Denmark dies in Hamburg
Hamburg May 1 King Frederick VIII of Denmark died suddenly after a recent illness. Born June 3 1843 in Copenhagen he became king on the death of Christian IX in 1906. He was popular for culture and public causes and was related to many European rulers. Crown Prince Christian succeeds to the throne and has two sons.
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Roosevelt and Taft in Onto California Tor Roosevelt King of Denmark Dead
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Grace Cross Charged with Bigamy in Chelsea Vermont
Special to The Washington Fest reports Grace E. Cross 29 was arrested by Chelsea Vermont police for bigamy. Authorities say she has four marriages with two annulments in Vermont and Connecticut. An anonymous letter claims she was the fifth wife of a man who will be sought. Grace Anderson also married Herman F. Stoddard in Brookfield Vermont on March 11, 1210. that marriage was annulled in December that year. Stoddard faces bigamy charges.
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Orozco Plans Battle as Huerta Moves North
Reports from Timenes May 14 say the rebel army readies to advance while engineers repair bridges from Conejon to Zavalza. Rebels claim no major flanking move by federals and that Huerta will not risk overland heavy guns. Orozco directs operations from Escalon with Gen. Salazar as center. future engagements unlikely in current zone.
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Paris Bandits Battle Ends in Gallant Blown Villa Deaths
In Nogent sur Marne a eight hour battle ends with the deaths of Octave Garnier and Vallet as dynamite and melinite wreck a villa. Five policemen are injured while a woman accomplice and others escape. Reports from Mexico describe Huerta advancing on Mapimi and heavy fighting near Guerrea with rebel losses and federal gains. An American transport crisis and detentions are noted as refugees and officials react to the violence across continents.
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