The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1908-06-29
EDITORIAL

The fleets voyage as a phase OF diplo-
macy. Page o
A congressman's criticism Of Roosevelt. Page 9
Progress in postal reform. Page @
A lame plea for the higher ups" Page 9
POLITICS
Federal >Sarantee OF bank deposits the new
Bryan shibboleth 10 be Incorporated in conserva-
tive platform at Denver. Page
Many democrats named by leaders in Denver
willing to be Brysn's running mate Page 2
CITY
Hospital matron battles for life locked in cell
with woman maniac Brave nurse fights quarter
Of an hour and suceumbs just as help az
rives. Page
Rev. C. Calvert smoot denies church leads in
moral reform and declares all denomina tiops are
losing influence Etge i
Youth shoulders possible murder to shield his
brother with wife and children. Page L
Members of building trades council urge ex-
tension OF quarters for clubrooms in new Labor
temple. Page
Chinese girl is confirmed in St. Boniface
church by Archbishop Riordan. Page 5
Hastings clothing company builds handsome
structure at Grant avenue and Post street, which
Goes much 10 renew bustling activity of popular
shopping district. Page 1s
City officials work all day Sunday on strong
reply TO suit OF Spring Valley water COM
pany. Page 16
Walter J. BARNETT may be tried again on
many charges If he appeals from conviction in
Cotton Page 10
Thermometer climbs to ss degrees and San
Franciscans seek beaches and park for relief
from heat. Page 10
More than I,5Oo members OF Jewish society
Cheyra Golden Gate take part in successful pic
mic at schuetzen park, despite heat. Page 16
Rev. John A. Thomas traces drink evil in
worlds history, voicing anti-saloon leagues
protest against liquor traffic. Page z
The brigades Of the national guard will not be
consolidated. Page IL
Reassemblng of vessels for cruise around
the world is well under way and supply ships
start for Honolulu. Page 8
Sailor leads bride TO altar between big guns
on board battleShip Minnesota. Page 8
Burglar thought to be woman robs bride of
gems. money and lingerie. Page 1
Three hundred lives menaced In fire which
threatens church. Page 10
Gift Of land and SOC, 900 to build new naval
club is promised naval Y. NJ. c. A. Page 16
Bitter contest over the Eldorado lumber COM
pany, valued a 81 ,0Oo. 900, will come to a eli
max today in movement to have the concern de-
clared bankrupt. Page L
SUBURBAN
san MdIeO welcomes hnlknLS OF Ooiuu1DuS IN
riot Of color and sound. Nearly 1000 visitors
from San Francisco initiate local lodge. Page
Walter Seaborn goes to Mexico city to meet
daughter Of Chinese mandarin and her mother,
who rescued him from boxers. Page
Boiling lard spilled over when stove
-eapsizes. and only prompt action Of passing man
caves her from death in flames. Page
Young girl in wading is trapped in tangle of
wire in Alameda estuary and perishes by drown
ing Page 4
WOMEN'S CLUBS
Interest Of clubwomen centers in Boston and
possibility Of next convention being held in San
Francisco. Page
MUSIC
Throng OF Gooo in Greek theater to hear Third
artillery band proves public loves good
music at moderate prices. Page @
COAST
Sacramento businessmen amused and disgusted
at attempt Of Chronicle TO aid CaIkins sheet with
clumsy lies. Page 8
W. Brooks Jones, well known insuranceman
commits suicide in Los Angeles. Page 3
E. B. Waterman with White steamer wins hon.
ors in concluding day of the auto races at
Fresno. Page z
FOREIGN
Two bombs are exploded in Barcelona and sus
pected conspirator is nearly lynched. Three are
wounded and one dies. Page
Mexican troops engage In another battle with
and both sides sustain large
losses. Page 3
Municipal elections in Panama show majority
for ticket supported by General obaldia, candi-
date for president. Page 2
SPORTS
Veterans Of national guard defeat Berkeley
noiice in shoot at Shell Mound park. Page 8
Olympic club members gather in large numbers
in Marin county for annual outing. PaEe 8
Joe Cans and Battling Nelson box before large
crowds of spectators. Page o
Berkeley high school will have very strong
football team this year Page 10
Barbarians defeat Golden Gate cricketers and
Pacihcs win from San Francisco team. Page o
State league scores: Stockton 3. Sacramento ?;
Fresno B. san Jose 2; Alameda 3, San Francisco
4; Santa Cruz 8. Oakland Z. Page 8
San Francisco takes the series from Oakland by
splitting even the double header. Page
MARINE
Steamship W. s. Porter is II days overdue at
St Miehsels from Monterey. Page 10