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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1912
Page
6
Roosevelt supporters move to control the convention and press a quick nomination for Colonel Roosevelt as Dixon’s claims trigger Taft allies into brief panic. A Roosevelt delegate is noted as managing the effort amid the turmoil.
Rumors of southern delegate splits and unconfirmed pledges reached New York amid chaotic convention activity. Georgia Mississippi and Brooklyn figures surfaced in letters and telegrams claiming support for Roosevelt, while Taft backers denied firm defections. Officials urged calm as confidential talks and public statements shaped the evolving presidential contest. Continuous updates promised tomorrow with further delegate counts and endorsements.
Tornadoes sweep Missouri and Ohio, killing at least 26 in Missouri with numerous injuries. Bates county bears the worst toll as homes are destroyed and wires go down, while Sedalia, Windsor, and nearby towns report heavy damage and missing residents. In Ohio, two die as a tornado hits Zanesville during services at St Thomas church.
Seward Alaska June 16 reports from Kodiak say ash from the Kamaitmal volcano eruption has eased. No confirmed heavy loss on the mainland. Katmal Maitland village residents are safe and have relocated to Afognak. Vegetation shows growth under ash. water cleared in places though shortages persist.
The Montana delegation considers William Borah as fading influence while backing Senator Cummins as a second choice to Taft. report cites Roosevelt camp managers, Dixon's bulletins, and plans to convene credentials and platform committees.
Delegations in Chicago and New York hotels sounded sentiment for Justice Hughes as a possible GOP compromise candidate for president. William Hotchkiss of New York, a close ally, aided the effort while urging restraint and unity among delegates to bolster Hughes' bid.
A chaotic convention scene in Ghigugo June 16 centers on William J. Dryam and rival reports as delegates from New Jersey, Virginia, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Nevada, and others gather. Teddy Roosevelt supporters and McKinley figures mingle amid speeches, credentials scrutiny, and planned platform discussions as party factions align for the upcoming convention.
An unclear text segment expresses gratitude toward friends for support of Cummins, mentioning a long personal struggle and a pledge to continue progress. The readable portion centers on solidarity and perseverance amid adversity.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a list of names and factions. Extracted items include Gav, Gorge Pinel, Welton, Meyer Bhoainar, and George A. Wight. The text mentions committees and elections, with vague references to candidates and dates.
A flood emergency as hundreds of workers labor to shore river banks. Crews deploy pumps and sandbags to protect homes and roads while water levels threaten nearby towns. Reports describe rising flood conditions, with emergency measures underway to prevent further damage. Continuous efforts aim to prevent levee breaches and safeguard property.
Roosevelt leaders push a plan to challenge seating of delegates at the national convention. Contests would be referred to the convention with credentials, aiming to place Roosevelt delegates in control while averting a full normal roll call. Rosewater and others debate strategy and legality amid tense party divisions.
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