21 Jun 1912
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1912
Page
1
A statement by Tolis' loyal followers condemns fraud at the national convention. It urges immediate purge of the fraudulent roll, rejects the convention's actions, and pledges to fight for honesty, justice, and a progressive nomination if supported.
The article outlines split views within party factions over Roosevelt's renomination, with Stubbs and allies favoring a regular process while others push for outside pressure. It notes no bolt expected, but California's Johnson seeks immediate Roosevelt delegates, and a Taft faction resists compromise. A Barnes statement emphasizes maintaining the line for Taft.
At the Chicago convention June attendees faced ticketing by sergeant at arms Stone. Willian Jennings Bryan received applause and reported on newcomers. Bryan greeted supporters and held an informal reception after noon, while galleries cheered and others sang or danced along as Bryan moved seats and mingled with the crowd.
Chicago June 2 The rules committee of the Republican convention adopts changes to regional committees and direct primary election methods while Roosevelt followers abstain or dissent with a minority report. The steam roller 50 rule prescribes summary defusal of any member who bolts or opposes the party nominee. The committee also allows vacancies to be filled by the committee itself rather than the state central committee, and endorses direct primary procedures when state law provides for national committeemen elections.
Reports from the Republican National Convention indicate Roosevelt followers push for a compromise candidate as factions fracture. Names like Hughes and Hadley circulate while Taft supporters seek unity. discussions center on Purging delegates and nominating a progressive or reform candidate to hold party factions together.
Brief note on chaotic proceedings at the Chicago Coliseum during the 1920 Republican gathering. Police under Assistant Chief Schuettler cleared the platform after Teddy Roosevelt and Taft faction clashes. Heat and humidity persisted as crowds demanded candidates while photographers chased leaders and Root and Woodson faced delays.
A fragment discusses proposed rules and the timing of their effect on how states may dictate their representation. It notes that the current convention set governs now, while changes affecting certain factions would not apply until the new committee is formed after the convention.
Delegates disputed in 22 Taft seats seated by credentials committee after lengthy session. Roosevelt counsel sought new evidence and extended debate time while Taft supporters argued for previously seated delegates from Florida and Georgia. Alabama and Arkansas reported divisions. Contested cases included district conventions and authority over adjournment with witnesses and affidavits presented.
In a long credentials session, Roosevelt and Taft camps argued over contested delegates from Alabama to Georgia. Arizona and Florida fights dominated hours of debate with seating choices split by state, while California yielded no action. The committee planned to issue its report by tomorrow night amid ongoing contests and procedural moves.
Chicago reports a brief two session day at the Republican National Convention with a four hour extension. The noon service featured prayers by Very Rev Watler T Sumner, urging self restraint and wise judgment for united national peace and justice. General applause followed as the reading continued.
A chaotic adjournment sparked by rival faction noise with La Follette Hadley and Cumming supporters clashing. Chauin Root and security held the platform as about 20 officers under Assistant Chief Schuettler kept order for over an hour while convention officers maintained decorum. Teddy Lgo later assumed control as crowds dispersed.
Taft supporters claim firm backing among delegates after initial ballots in Chicago. McKinley asserts Taft maintains complete control of the nomination process and rules out any separate candidate, while credential committee hearings are emphasized to prove no basis for charges of robbery or fraud against Roosevelt.
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