Campaign in Virginia Democrats Hope to Unseat Slemp
The Washington Post dispatch from Richmond reports Virginias political clash over Col Slemp and Bruce. Republicans in Scott County show activity but crowds and enthusiasm lag. Democrats, led by Bruce and Judge Mann, claim momentum with speeches in Mariow and Danville. Judge Saunders campaigns in Pittsylvania, criticizing Roosevelts rail rates and corporate campaign contributions.
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Pittsburg swindle tale names Wray and Hixton in bank theft
The Wray and Hixton case is linked to the Union Trust Company theft from H C Frick and Senator Knox secrets. Detectives gather data on where the two spent stolen funds totaling 385000. Prosecutions loom and some crooks may be jailed at Riverside Penitentiary. A downtown poker game saw Wray lose 3850 and 2550 more, while a foul deck altered the result and netted others over 7000.
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Asylum horror in Cuba prompts governor to inspect asylum
Havana reports Gov Magoon toured the National Insane Asylum finding 1660 inmates crowded into filthy dilapidated buildings. The alarming conditions were revealed as political campaigning continued with Governor Swanson praising Judge Saunders and predicting his election. a rival Republican candidate faces a quiet campaign.
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Ohio Contes Lull Party Apathy Dampens Campaign
Special to The Washington Post from Columbus Ohio October 21 A dull Ohio campaign shows apathy in counties and major cities with 30 to 50 percent registration drops The Republicans and Democrats struggle to energize voters while national figures like Cannon Shaw Fairbanks Taft and Roosevelt are highlighted The Bryan tour aims to stir undecided districts and cities like Columbus Cleveland Cincinnati and Toledo show varied political leanings
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Cleveland District Pulse Echoes Apathy In Races
In Cleveland and Cuyahoga County the political scene shows weak engagement and little momentum for the parties. The piece notes uncertain support for nominees and questions about turnout, with no sign of a landslide as voters appear undecided or indifferent toward the outcome. The commentary points to apathy impacting district dynamics and potential reforms.
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Fear Gov Terrell Lost In Island Storm
Telegrams from Savannah indicate anxiety over the yacht Jessie owned by May Williams which carried Gov Terrell and wife. It is believed the vessel reached St Simons Island before the storm but communications are down. The Brunswick storm began at midnight, lasted three hours with heavy rain and winds 40 to 50 mph. damage was slight.
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Rescue of 49 from Florida houseboat wreck on Key West route
Survivors describe the Florida East Coast extension wreck where 16 clung to one log and nine to another as waves broke the boat apart. The Russian steamer Jennie rescued 49, with 30 to 40 crushed in the collapse. A second houseboat carrying 150 was swept away, ten boats aided the search, and one crewed boat Lucas faced peril near Fowery Creek lighthouse. The Alton rescued 24 more as steamers scanned for survivors and bodies.
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Rain Flood Drowns James River High Water Boy
Richmond dispatch reports torrential rain, floods on the James River, bridges swept away, and homes submerged along the banks. High water threatens Corn and Fodder, with trains and river traffic disrupted. Eight year old Henderson Bryant Sanderson drowns while attempting to rescue others as water levels rise across Virginia rivers.
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Mrs Burton Refuses Handshake With Gov Hoch on Train
Topeka Kans October 21 Mrs J R Burton wife of former United States Senator Burton refused to shake hands with Gov Hoch while on a Union Pacific dining car en route to Ironton Missouri where her husband must serve a six month prison term. The scene drew attention from about a dozen passengers as Burton and his wife and daughter entered the car.
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Currency Reform Talk At White House Conference
President plans to urge elastic currency to prevent financial stringencies and to back a larger money supply in busy seasons. Secretary Shaw to detail legislation for government guaranteed currency, with tax penalties until redeemed, tied to rates above 6 percent. Shaw tours key states promoting Republican ticket amid expectations of House gains.
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Trolley Crash Fatalities and Injuries Reported in Knoxville
A trolley accident in Knoxville leaves two dead and multiple injured as responders arrived at the scene. Police and emergency crews reported a serious single-vehicle incident with at least four people seriously hurt and others sustaining injuries during the collision. Names and exact circumstances remain unclear due to fragmented OCR text.
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Storm Sweeps Over Utah Wrecks Plant and Injures Residents
A damaging windstorm across northern Utah caused three serious injuries and widespread destruction. The Utah Packing Company plant burned, trains halted, streetcars and lights failed, and many buildings suffered with losses around $100,000. A firefighter and others were hurt by falling trees while responding to fires. Willard Gibbs died after being struck by a flying plank during rescue efforts.
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Long Key Ruins After Storm Hit Miami Area
Reports from Long Key indicate every house was demolished by Thursday's storm. Many workers on the Florida East Coast Railway extension lost their lives or were injured. Two viaducts suffered damage, hindering construction. The injured receive medical care as Flagler and New York officials arrange aid for the families of the deceased.
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Rocks and Seas Cover SNNBY Briefs
Fragmentary OCR notes mention sea routes and user access, with unclear names and places. Readable fragments reference a cover story in a local paper but lack concrete events, dates, or identifiable entities to summarize. The item reads as a damaged clipping with insufficient readable facts for a full card.
Tariff moves risk Canadian shoe trade and plants
A distorted report notes proposed duties affecting American footwear entering Canada. It suggests firms may shift to Canadian branches to meet new rules or lose trade, with calls to protect domestic industries and jobs. The piece cites nearly one million dollars in cross border shipments and assesses impact on pricing and production.
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Rush for Gold as Government Men Denounced
Goldfield fears government agents plot to preempt Walker River Indian Reservation minerals. Four thousand prospectors gather at noon Monday October 29 with thousands more arriving for the opening. Conspiracy charges allege officials, sheriffs and syndicates seek prime claims causing expected bloodshed.
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