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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1904
Page
4
District Attorney Hiram Wee NG Browar reports two men registered to vote in multiple precincts. The Democratic candidate swore he saw the registrations, but the men have not been arrested and are reportedly fled the city.
Special to The Washington Post Asheville NC October 2 With under two weeks to election the Democratic managers in the Tenth District claim unprecedented harmony and predict Rep JM Gudger Jr will win by a sizeable majority while Republicans hedge and back Judge HG Ewart The party cites Haywood Buncombe and McDowell counties as key factors noting past margins and the impact of local personalities The campaign centers on the Brownlow tariff and Civil War era lines with Gudger endorsing reform and Ewart opposing certain Republican planks in a tight contest across several western counties.
In St Louis the GOP is positioned to gain one seat as Republicans may secure one in the Tenth, with expected Democratic wins in the Eleventh and a split in the Twelfth. Incumbent Frehard Bartholdt appears favored in the Tenth against Louis J Tiwhacek, a Bohemian with limited political experience.
Western Montana voters face a tight state political map with Joseph M Dixon Republican estimated to win Congress and A C Gormley Democrat poised for governor. Dixon leads with strong support in Silver Bow County and sheep and cattle industries shaping the race while Gormley’s margins may be offset by Dixon’s statewide backing. The Populist and Taber parties back Gormley, and Geo Nels HA Wales planned to campaign for the Democratic ticket next week.
A testimonial states Dr Miles Nervine cures nerves and related ailments. It claims benefits for nervousness sleeplessness headaches and stomach and kidney issues. The letter from Archbold, a Decatur Indiana grocer, asserts the formula restores health after failed medical treatments and guarantees refund if not satisfied.
Special to The Washington Post reports in Cleveland on October 8 that Ohio leans toward a Roosevelt victory with a likely Republican state ticket. The main interest centers on several districts where Republicans and Democrats battle for representation. Key districts include Columbus, Zanesville, and others with factional splits shaping potential outcomes. Democratic bets hinge on shifting votes in the Twelfth, Thirteenth, Seventeenth, and Sixth districts, while Republicans push to retain favored seats with candidates like Doward L. Taylor and Hildebrandt amid intra party rifts.
Special to The Washington Post Salt Lake City Oct 28 reports internal division as miners and anti Mormon factions push to remove church influence from politics. The piece details three parties, potential Democratic governors, and possible shifts in statewide and national tickets. The outcome hinges on county divides and whether the Republican base holds.
The Washington Post reports Tennessee is likely to send seven Democrats and two Republicans to Congress with Sims favored in the Eighth District over Davis. The piece traces district loyalties, past contests, and the impact of Tennessee's secret ballot law, noting GOP hopes to use a potential contest to challenge the law’s effect on national elections.
Special to The Washington Post reports Colorado political tensions as labor and union votes influence the Roose velt and Republican tickets. In the first district Bonynge faces Whitford while Roosev elt’s fate rests with labor support. Shafroth and Brooks divisions, Denver dynamics, and election machinery controlled by Democrats shape the outcome. Respondents caution that state results hinge on a Republican-controlled run-off board and Supreme Court rulings, amid an unusually contentious campaign season.
Des Moines reports a tight contest in Iowa's Second Congressional district between Judge Wade and Republican A F Dawson. Wade's reelection odds appear slightly against him as Dawson, a former secretary to Senator Allison, gains ground with a broad campaign reach and notable speakers including Cannon and Fannin visiting the district. Wade has promised over a thousand vote plurality in his favor.
In Rhode Island’s two house districts the outcome is uncertain as Capron gears up for re election. The First District features Representative Gringer facing Judge Stines and a strong Republican contest, while the Second District centers on Owen of Seekutek and incumbent Capron amid a mix of independents and party supporters.
An advertisement extols metal beds as inherently hygienic and a practical choice. It notes you must buy a spring regardless and markets this bed as the sensible, lasting option.
Large turnout at Roosevelt and Fairbanks League meeting at Fiskcroft Hall Prank. Raymond, league president, chaired. Invitations extended to Republican clubs in Maryland and Virginia to join marching band contingents at upcoming state gatherings. Speakers include Hon Stevensen, Williames, and others. plans for transport and further invitations discussed.
The Newark regis trars refused to admit Yale Forestry student Lagdamen to register, claiming he lacked native birth status. Mayor Studley consulted the Republican committee, then the Attorney General. The Supreme Court rulings in related cases hold that territorial residents are not US citizens by birth. Lagdamen faced denial despite later appeals and public outcry.
Stormy Omaha campaign centers on the Sebracky congressional race with Gilbert Hitchcock and Dave Mercer vying for support. Kennedy, Kennedy and Rosewater backers split, while populists endorse Hitchcock. Local city water works contest taints the race as Republicans claim a close result, but fusionists abandon doubts.
Indiana senator asserts pension order as the necessary policy while arguing over constitutional authority and executive power. The discussion centers on evidence standards and limits for disability pensions and the role of departments in determining payment scope, amid broader political contention.
National Chairman George B Costelyou arrived in New York late Thursday night while en route from Chicago. He held a conference Thursday night with the President but did not visit the White House yesterday.
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