How Money and Offices Shape 1908 Politics
The piece argues Republican actions under the current session have increased appropriations to 1 008 billion and created 199 818 new offices. It condemns wasteful spending and stresses economy, linking expansions to preserving party power. It cites impacts on unions and workers. The report also notes party dynamics and editorials on Taft Roosevelt and Bryan Kern.
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Epworth League Social Planned at Dr Vahos Home
The Epworth League of the First M E Church will host a social at Dr and Mrs Vahos home on Thursday evening July 30. The event coincides with a box opening and bank offering. The Washington Chapter supported a native preacher in China and funded a young lad’s schooling and missionary work.
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Five Keararge crew hurt as boiler bursts during drill
Reports describe a boiler vent incident aboard the Keararge during maintenance near Pearl Harbor. Five sailors were scalded, three fatally injured, with repairs begun and no delay to the ship’s departure. Authorities investigate the blast and cause.
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Terse Telegrams From Across the Nation
A scattered telegrams page reports fires destroying six stables at Windsor race track and hounds rescued. a raid on Kimball House hotel in Atlanta seizing a 800 jackpot. Rockefellers pastor H. Aked preparing magazine articles claiming no churches are decaying. Other items note Adams Express Co search for $1,000 express package, Burford losing $10,600 in stocks and bonds, Senator Bailey recovering from throat trouble, a Colma road accident killing several LaFayettes, and wage statistics in Washington showing higher hourly wages but lower overall employment in 1908.
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Pittsburg Opium Report Cites Criminal Causes
City Detective Richard Kelley reports opium use in Pittsburg driven by criminals gamblers and immoral figures. About five percent of local doctors and ministers are tied to the habit, with most users from low social positions. The sensational dispatch was sent to Washington for the International Opium Commission.
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Baseball scores and standings from a day in the leagues
St Louis defeats New York 8 to 3 as hitting and pitching miscues spark the win. Philadelphia tops Cincinnati 9 to 4 in a long, error-filled game. Boston beats Chicago 14 to 5 while Chicago and Philadelphia win other matchups. National League sees Pirates beat Brooklyn 6 to 3. Standings summarize top clubs and minor league results across divisions.
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Markets Report Mixed Prices Across Cattle Hogs And Sheep
The market rundown lists cattle values with live cattle and stockers to $6.25 and $4.00 ranges, hogs trading around $6.60 to $6.75, and sheep prices near $4.00 to $6.50. Kansas City and Chicago quotes include wheat and oats as well as other grain figures, highlighting varied commodity activity.
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Insurance Pays BigClaims in Various Accidents
A historical notice notes that an insurance company in Virginia led by George H Read emphasizes a broad coverage scope. It highlights large payouts for home, office, vehicle, recreation, and travel accidents, including railroads and rail travel risks, with annual dividends promised.
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