Foraker Fights Taft Call in Ohio Dictation Clash
Ohio politics grow more tangled as Senator Foraker denounces Chairman Browns dictatorial stance and warns that backing Taft could cost him his seat. Republicans fear a Democratic shift in 1908 while Ohio braces for primaries and a possible convention showdown.
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Browns
Foraker and Taft Rivalry Dominates Ohio Politics
In Ohio Taft momentum grows as Senators dodge stance while Editor Taft asserts a remarkable anti boss sentiment. Harding condemns Roosevelt efforts to sideline Foraker as Brown refuses to discuss state convention implications.
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Fairbanks
George B. Cox
Charles P. Taft
Ohio
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Republican Executive Committee
Roosevelt
Marion
Harding
Foraker
Toledo
Walter J. Brown
State Central Committee
Brown
Warfield for President candidate gains traction in New York
Former Gov. Frank Brown reports a healthy sentiment for Warfield’s presidential bid in New York political circles. Judge Gray retains backing but Democrats fear a repeat of past misgivings about running a judge. Warfield is currently a suggested candidate and could become formidable if he receives encouragement from New York and Western Democrats. New York reportedly prefers not to back Bryan.
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Belt Named General Manager of Washington Automobile Tire Co
Ww Belt, formerly Fisk Rubber Co superintendent at Kansas City shops, becomes general manager of the Washington Automobile Tire Company. The firm, recently organized by local businessmen, operates a factory at 721 Third Street NE in a two story 80 by 20 building with modern tire repair equipment and dry steam vulcanizing. They will specialize in repairing heavy truck tires including Mrestane and other makes previously unrepaired in Washington. Belt brings many years of experience and strong references from Fisk Co.
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Fisk Company
Roosevelt plans fall Mississippi river trip inland waterway visit
President Roosevelt considers a three to four day October journey with the Inland Waterways Commission from central Illinois or Iowa down the Mississippi to Memphis. He aims to study river improvements as a solution to rail transport issues, joining Commission chair Burton and other governors who advocate waterways for national commerce. Public letter to Governor Cummins outlines plans and potential navy or civilian transport options.
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Folk astonished by graft cases in Kansas City police
Gov. Joseph W Folk, in Kansas City, voices astonishment at the numerous graft allegations presented by the police commission. He declines to detail the information or scope of a possible force shake-up and refers questions to the three commissioners. Investigation to begin Tuesday.
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Canal Official Resigns From Isthmian Commission
D. W. Ross, General Purchasing Agent, tendered his resignation to the Isthmian Commission as part of recent changes. A former Illinois Central official, he is expected to join Col. D. W. Ross and Mr. Shents at the Interurban Railways in New York, though offers also came from United States Steel. His tenure with the commission is praised for high character and efficiency.
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Illinois Central
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New York
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The
President Roosevelts Mountain Rest Visit Report
Special to The Washington Post from Charlottesville Virginia details President Roosevelt and Mrs Roosevelt taking solitary walks and rides from Pine Knot. They visited Green Mountain and Coles Creek with guides and aides while Archie and two friends fished nearby. William Wilmer owner of Plain Dealing returns from New York and attends luncheon. A church service is planned at Stannas Parish with Rev Clapton delivering a trial sermon. Assistant Secretary Latta remains at a hotel with no word from the President or guard Sloan who travels to North Garden later.
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Plain
Boost to Bryan Boom Grows in New York Rally
The New York State Progressive League formed at the Astor House with about fifty attendees including longtime Bryan supporters. Harry W. Walker spoke of militant Democracy aiding the average man. Augustus Thomas was elected president, Robert Maxwell vice president, Col. Rowe secretary, signaling renewed Bryan backing for a 1908 presidential bid.
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William J. Bryan
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Col. Rowe
Ellis Island Tragedy Sends Telegram of Loss
New York May 28 officials at Ellis Island notify a Chicago husband that his wife and seven month old daughter have died. The child succumbed to a brief illness while the mother, grieving, threw herself into a hay and drowned, leaving the father to learn of the tragedy by telegram.
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The Faultless E B Clothing Claim Perfection in Garments
The E B Clothing advertises faultless clothing made in Baltimore with finest materials and expert tailoring. It boasts superior fit and styling for spring and summer suits while claiming lower prices by saving two profits, appealing to Washington’s valued dressers.
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Four Scalded in Natatorium in Pittsburg May 18
Four men were badly scalded in the Washington Park natatorium steam room after a sudden pressure released. Victims included visitors Edward Schwartz, Jacob Guardatine, Benjamin Goldstaff, and attendant Tisador Bernard. Schwartz death probable. others in serious condition. They were rushed to two area hospitals.
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