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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1907
Page
26
The Cleveland Globe notes a split view among Republican and Democrat leaders over the fiber project race. Both sites claim victory but Wilmington's outcome remains in doubt with rural Newcastle County seen as the sole uncertain area.
In Trenton a pivotal gubernatorial contest is seen as shifting power toward Republicans led by John Franklin Fort and Governor candidate Sant Frank while Democrats in Mercer County rally. The campaign centers on maintaining influence in the Senate as party leaders expect a close vote and potential shifts in the state’s political balance.
A fragmentary OCR of a political forecast from Massachusetts indicates Republicans challenging the governor, with Democratic contenders Henry Whitmer and others expected to contest. Mentions a lead around 2401 votes and a close second for Thomas G Hilgrea, plus local party figures and party lines shaping the race.
Election notes refer to registration for the upcoming election. Mentions expected turnout and provincial writers. Announces timing and poses questions about the gubernatorial race and local leaders.
A garbled OCR snippet references a crucial election day in Pennsylvania and a fierce political climate. It mentions voters, candidates, and the phrase Loyal to man higher up, implying coverage of influence, party ties, and potential corruption amid a historic Commonwealth vote.
Fragmented OCR reads of Utah polling events show major party tensions as W. S. Bransford leads a split ticket effort. Republicans and Democrats battle over tendered endorsements, with references to Nebreska and a high court influence shaping the upcoming vote.
A convoluted report describes court actions, maritime movements, and corporate interests involving Rockefeller related writs, various cities, and ocean steamer movements. The piece mentions Tulsa, New York, Cape Hatteras, and Indiana as part of the broad financial and legal activity surrounding shipping, pipelines, and company actions.
Former government forester Gifford Pinchot warns of sustained high timber cutting and insufficient government reserves risking a deeper US timber shortage. He urges a national conference to coordinate policy, protect forests, and promote reforestation while criticizing private and public schemes affecting timber lands.
Relatives of a murdered wife and the victim’s friends prodded for justice as Nashville man tied to the fatal shooting was bound over to the grand jury. The hearing outlined the attack during a hunting trip with the suspect reported fleeing after the shot. Witnesses described the struggle and a neighbor's account of events surrounding the shooting as the case moves forward.
Fragmented OCR text reports a suicide followed by garbled phrases about a death by own action. Readable elements reference a person named Casht er and unsettling mentions of death, fear, and a crowd. The full context remains obscured by garbling.
A mangled report describes a rat bite incident resulting in severe injuries and a death at a location involving a court hangar and nearby residents. The account mentions Elmer Verbolt and Zum Kendel as individuals affected, with details about a bite that led to medical danger and a struggle to identify the animal source.
Disputed report in Washington questions Boston findings on Lieut Col LH Walker's death after a 15 mile ride. Medical officials noted heart weakness but cited indigestive symptoms as factor, while colleagues claim he felt fine after the ride.
The annual report details 40 exhaustive tests of armor plate defense systems conducted in the year, including rails on armor for ships and gun technologies. It notes continued work on platen representations and battle ships armor to resist projectiles, and experiments to improve fire control instruments amid modern warfare concerns.
A garbled report notes naval figures including Commander Sims and Lieutenant Cam Alurry L Rey near New York, with references to President Roosevelt and naval leadership. It mentions a political aim, a possible command change, and a claim about the Navy’s effectiveness.
Former Senator Marian Butler of North Carolina urged Congress to back a new elasticity in U S currency by issuing bonded warehouse certificates on crops in storage to automatically meet seasonal demand. He argued Treasury action was a palliative not a cure for persistent money stringency and proposed certificates circulate currency tied to staple deposits with automatic redemption when prices and demand shift.
Cash shortages trigger wage revolt as miners in Kelleyville, Sorting, Westville, and near Danville refuse to report for duty. About 4000 workers across mills, including Joliet plants, threaten prolonged stoppage if cash payments are not restored, risking delay of bi monthly pay and broader coal supply.
Amid tensions with the Utes and Sioux, Army units move to quell revolt. Cavalry from West Beconé and Company MM, Sixteenth Infantry assist at Fort Des Moines and Thunder Butte. Gettysburg duties shift as rail lines near Cheyenne River face disruption. Generals warn Sioux to avoid aiding revolt while maintaining hospitality to guests.
The case centers on Robert Simpson jailed for a post office robbery in Westmoreland County. A pardon grants release after five years while the true perpetrators, two men who died, are revealed to have committed the crime.
A long reader letter from New York praises Postum Cereals and links its use to relief from indigestion and improved health. The note, signed by John Werichs and Anna Reeves, describes personal trials with coffee and endorses Postum as a healthier beverage alternative.
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