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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1906
Page
3
Report says President Roosevelt and Governor Higgins reached accord on state matters but officials offered few details. Higgins declined to discuss candidacy or conference specifics while press coverage noted no presidential intervention.
A compilation of multiple obituaries and funeral notices listing names such as Agnes Fennamy, Margaret Garges, Eugene Holt, Walter Fowler, and others. Entries include dates, residences, churches, and burial plans, with prayers, mass intentions, and reminders for relatives to attend services.
An early 20th century classified style notice lists undertakers and embalmers including W R Speare at 240 F Street N W and William Lee with Lesry in a connective commodified chapel, plus George P Zarhorst and R K Harvey's Sons. It provides phone numbers and partial street addresses, reflecting era advertising for funeral arrangements and related services.
Former Gov Odell labels Gov Higgins a behemoth amid a political clash at Albany over party control. Odell attacks Higgins as a political poll parrot while referencing leaders Woodruff and others and predicting political turmoil next week.
New York Sept 10 Final preparations for the first State convention of the Independence League led by William Randolph Hearst show a split on ticket strategy. Some favor a complete ticket while others back Hearst or governor nomination to secure Democratic State approval at Buffalo. Several upstate leaders signaled willingness to withdraw to support a unified plan.
South Carolina leaders plan a statewide reception in Columbia for William Jennings Bryan. A general committee led by Gos Heyward will coordinate with county representatives and invited guests as Gov. Isoncon arranged Bryan’s Bedford appearance next Saturday afternoon.
Secretary for the Treasury Shaw spoke to a large Republican gathering in Winston-Salem urging protectionist policy. He argued against Democratic platforms, asserted that American manufactures are sold abroad cheaper, and said he would endure higher domestic costs if it protects US jobs. He visited RJ Reynolds Tobacco Co and Salem Female College, and attended a reception at the Win City Club.
Denver Sept 10 The Democratic State convention will meet in Denver to nominate a governor with former Gov. Alva Adams drawing strong support. Ben B Lindsey may withdraw. A split exists between Patterson led and Adams led factions as delegates and county conventions line up.
William J Bryan announced he will enter the campaign in Nebraska and other states after returning from a Southeastern trip. He endorsed government ownership of railroads, two cent fare, and urged enforcement of railroad regulation. He called the Nebraska race pivotal for state and national trends and reinforced arbitration in labor disputes during a Krug Park appearance.
At the Alabama Democratic State convention in Montgomery on September 109 John Tyson was nominated for chief justice of the Supreme Court with John H Dowdell and T G McClellan as associate justices. The executive committee was chosen, H 3 D Mallory reelected chairman, and Comer supporters pushed the August 27 gubernatorial primary in their favor while reshaping the committee personnel.
Reported bomb blasts in Rudgusowska market square and at the Zhar dow Spinning Work entrance killed and wounded police and workers. Terrorists later entered Elektoralna street restaurant, killing the proprietor as detectives gathered, with additional clashes injuring many including soldiers and civilians. Police and troops dispersed rioters across the city leaving numerous wounded.
In Norfolk near September 10 Lee Bailey and Charles Dagan met in a saloon amid a feud and exchanged pistols. Five shots fired. Bailey killed instantly and Dagan died soon after. Fifteen to twenty patrons were present. E Klaus the bartender and two others were hit by stray bullets but not seriously hurt.
Farhersburg West Virginia September 19. Mrs Henna Millman aged ninety two, died this morning at the home of her daughter Mrs Fanny Guise. She contracted gangrene in her left foot and it was the direct cause of her death.
The Washington Post reports a chaotic set of clashes at the Ohio Republican state convention in Dayton with social and state committees clashing over admission, efforts to pack the hall, and a fight over Senator Dick and Senator Foraker. Delegates debate indorsement of the two senators while resisting Dick's continued leadership. Senator Duck arrives to protect interests as Burton and Dougherty push their line.
Washington readers watched Maine returns with keen interest as labor and Republican factions argued over Mr Littlefield’s narrow victory. The crowd near The Post’s office debated results, planned a reception for Mr Gompers, and reflected on the high stakes for November campaigns and labor relief demands. The article traces Littlefield’s long career from Lebanon to Rockland and outlines vote totals across multiple Maine districts and Congresses.
Peasants looted and burned dozens of estates in Chernozoim province in one night. Homes of nobility including Count Bherematieff and Princess Oldenborg were devastated as bands seized horses cattle and valuables. Cossacks and dragoons faced fierce attacks. many leaders were executed or deported. Enduring fear grips landowners who fear autumn unrest as peasants shift to ownership and elimination of the old order.
At the St Petersburg Central Detention Prison a riot erupted after guard shot Mile Semenova a 22 year old medical student who had appeared at her cell window. Prisoners seized the yard barricaded passages and laid her body on a improvised bier. Troops were not summoned and Grand Duke Nicholas ordered dismissal of the guard after an investigation.
A dispatch from New York suggests American Ambassador Leishman may be received by the Sultan in Constantinople this week to present credentials. It notes that a U S squadron under Rear Admiral Bronson could stage a demonstraton in Turkish waters if not taken seriously, but current U S Turkish relations do not justify action, though a strained situation could arise if the audience is delayed.
Secretary Root arrives at Callao aboard the cruiser Charleston and is welcomed by Lima Mayor at a public reception. A banquet at the palace follows with praise for U S policies. The Lima mayor presents gold badges. Root and party tour presidential residence and are hosted by President Pardo.
In Rome the Society of Jesus opened its meeting with two prayers and four Latin speeches by Father Wernz, newly elected General. He outlined the order’s program across religious, moral, and educational work and conveyed the apostolic benediction from the Pope. The session then addressed the society’s liturgical affairs.
Peking report says the Inner City police chief will destroy all temples practicing lottery forecasting within ten days unless the activity stops. Duke Tseitse, reform commission head, urged the Dowager Empress to remove the cubuchs who wield influence in the palace.
The passage presents Theodore Roosevelt urging the Strenuous Life ethos to Chicago leaders and Western States, praising resolve over ease and linking self discipline to American character. It cites Roosevelt’s rise from a weak boy through effort, and notes coffee drinking as a metaphor for habits hindering physical and mental health.
W M Chidchester of Hutchinson recounts a 35 year battle with psoriasis. Red circular spots, silvery scales, raw flesh, and itching yielded after using Cuticura Soap, Ointment, and Pills. He says the cure by Cuticura was permanent, attained about five years ago, and would not endure such an ordeal again for the state of Kansas.
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