The Colonel and His Support Plans a Fight at Convention
Chicago reports Colonel Roosevelt and his leaders plan a decisive test of strength over credentials. Governor Hadley received a commission to direct the fight. Roosevelt urged delegates to resist seating noncontested delegates and vowed not to abide by actions of the national committee.
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Roosevelt's Double Triggers Crowd Rush at Hotel
In Chicago on June 18 J M Keses from Massachusetts appeared as a Roosevelt double at a Michigan Avenue hotel caucus. A sudden stampede formed as diners swarmed to glimpse the candidate believing him to be the ex president. Keyes wore a lapel button labeling I am Roosevelt's double and noted that the button often annoys crowds.
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Roosevelt Delegates Push Nomination Amid Vote Shortfalls
Teddy claims announce support for Roosevelt as Taft trails with 534 votes. Delegates from primary states and six others favor Roosevelt, with 176 more potential delegates to a credentials suit. Wisconsin split over the temporary chairmanship stirs Roosevelts. La Follette pressure noted as prompting progressive action.
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Henry Jackson Named to Represent Georgia
Officers elected by the National League of Republican Clubs include President John Hays Hammond of New York and Henry Jackson of Georgia as vice president. Other posts filled: John Hedges New York, John Cheaser Nebraska, D B Atherton Pennsylvania secretary treasurer, with John G Capers South Carolina general counsellor and James J Davia Philadelphia sergeant at arms. A $10000 gift from Hawaii Republicans was announced.
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Hawaii
Ticket crooks exploiting convention crush near Coliseum
In Chicago on June 15, hundreds of counterfeit convention tickets were sold to unwary visitors. Tickets priced at 100 dollars sold for 35 dollars as swindlers operated a thriving business just a short distance from the Coliseum doors amid high demand and short supply.
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Chicago
John Henry Holmes Dead At 69 Former Herald Editor
John Henry Holmes longtime editor in chief and publisher of The Boeton Herald died at his home after a months long illness. He was 69. Holmes led the newspaper during his tenure and was a prominent figure in Wayland Masa. Funeral arrangements were not announced.
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No Combination for La Follette in Wisconsin Delegation
Chicago June 18 The temp chair contest heated as Walter L Houser of Wisconsin said the Wisconsin delegation supports no candidate for temporary chairman He added neither authorized nor represents La Follette He noted the delegation met to back no candidate and La Follette had refused alliances Senator La Follette had long refused any combination Henry Cochems named McGovern and challenged Wisconsin delegates to vote Rodt and return home
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Walter L. Houser
Wisconsin
la Follette
la Fellette
Henry Cochems
McGovern
Woman snatches Bryan's ticket at convention door
Chicago June 18 a reporter William A Bryan had a ticket to the Republican National Convention stolen at the Coliseum door by a woman who identified herself as Katherine Doll. Police found $1000 sewn in packets in her underwear. Bryan's ticket was recovered and the woman to be examined for sanity. She attempted to enter after taking the ticket.
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William A. Bryana
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Bryan
Taft Gains Delegate from Keystone State
Chicago June 18 Taft unexpectedly gained a delegate in the Pennsylvania delegation today through the illness of Delegate Cooper of the twenty third district Mr Cooper is a Roosevelt man but his alternate Mr Newcomer is a Taft man Cooper was unable to attend the convention Alternates sat in places of several regular delegates and in a number of instances it was said they were of different faith from the regulars This was a factor considered by the rival leaders.
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Illnees
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La Follette Kin Rally Behind Wisconsin Senator
In Chicago on June 18 Philip La Follette, 17, son of the Wisconsin senator, reports for duty at the La Follette headquarters. He pins badges, distributes literature, and helps greet delegates while his sister Fola Middleton of New York campaigns for the family’s presidential bid alongside Mrs Joe Dolliver, widow of the Iowa senator.
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Big Hat in Ring Shown by Texas Delegate
In Chicago on June 18 a tall pole hat mounted on a Texas standard was paraded into the hall by a Texas delegate. The hat attracted little attention as it was carried up the center aisle and placed beside the Texas standard at the platform.
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Roosevelt Charges Fraud in Convention Seats
Chicago June 18 Roosevelt condemned the convention's seating as frauds, accusing Taft supporters and the Root faction of invalid delegates. He warned he would disregard convention action if fraudulent delegates remained and urged honest delegates to purge the roll. A stenographic copy of his speech surfaced after managers withheld it.
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Yale Has Fun With Roosevelt At Alumni Day
New Haven Conn June 18 Yale graduates closed alumni day with a reunion and celebration, their joy rising from Yale’s victory over Harvard in the afternoon. Costumed classes marched to Yale field, roars followed a Roosevelt simulacrum entering the ring, a Bryan representative lost a fistfight, and a suffragette defeated the colonel amid cheers.
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Wisconsin Delegate Henry Cochems Resigns La Follette Delegation
Henry F Cochems, the Wisconsin delegate who nominated McGovern, resigned tonight as a member of the delegation. He leveled a sharp attack on La Follette, accusing the Wisconsin senator of pursuing a selfish and perversely harrow policy and clashing with Walter F Houser and the La Follette delegation.
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Special Train Bears Osborne to Chicago
Edward B Osborne of New Jersey arrives in New York and boards a special train to Chicago after a delayed steamer strike. He aims to reach the Republican National Convention in time to back Theodore Roosevelt’s bid for the nomination.
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Riot at National Foods Plant Ends with Police Confrontation
Nine striking workers clashed with police at the National Foods Company plant in Pittsburgh. Officers drew revolvers to hold back a hostile crowd after stones and jeers flew. No serious injuries were reported despite the chaotic scene.
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National Noods Company
No Picture of President at Convention Hall in Chicago
Chicago June 18 1912 delegates gather at the Coliseum for the republican national convention amid heavy police presence and tense anticipation. Empty presidential imagery contrasts with royal bunting as 1 678 seats await alternates while 1 078 plain wooden chairs line the floor.
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Frederick Upham
Committee On
William Howard Taft
United States
America
Turn Waste Into Wealth From Mississippi Floods
A July Popular Mechanics piece argues floods in the Mississippi Valley cause repeated loss of life and property. It proposes damming tributaries and using turbine power to generate revenue, making flood control self supporting under federal guidance with state cooperation. It suggests convict labor as a potential workforce for the project.
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Condition of Frazier in Chattanooga
Physicians attending ex Senator James B Frazier report an acute appendicitis. He has had a very restless day and is in more serious condition tonight than previously. Bulletin signed by Atlee and Wallace.
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Raymond Wallace
Skippers Favor Sloop Rig in Light Summer Winds
Herbert L Stone notes in the July Outing that the gloop rig on yawl, ketch, and two masted vessels loses out to the sloop for driving power due to the large mainsail. While sloop rigs under heavy weather are less capable, most sailing occurs in summer with soft winds and sheltered waters, reducing the impact.
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Steamer Ville de Cayenne Wrecked Near Saint Lucia
The French steamer Ville de Cayenne, 726 tons, foundered off Saint Lucia in the West Indies. Details are sparse, but a portion of the crew and passengers were saved. Authorities in Fort de France report the incident on June 12.
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