Congressman's Views Elevate Underwood for President
An Atlanta district congressman William Schley Howard endorses Oscar Underwood as the logical Democratic nominee. Howard argues a Southern man should not be blocked and that Underwood’s leadership in the House strengthens his case. Mississippi friends circulate 25000 copies of Howard's article.
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Willliam Schley Howard
Atlanta
Oscar Underwood
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No Promise Given Says T Roosevelt
A long letter outlines Roosevelt's stance on running for president in 1912. He states he would only act in the public interest and would not run if it served his personal pleasure or gains. He notes his reluctance to announce intentions publicly to avoid misrepresentation and political disadvantage.
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United States
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New York
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Roosevelt Refuses Candidacy Despite Pressure
In a lengthy letter from Washington dated March 5, Roosevelt explains he will not seek the nomination and would only run if the people demand it. He argues misrepresentation and public duty, citing Lincoln’s caution against statements open to distortion. Dixon challenges Taft to nationwide primaries to test voter will, prompting a terse reply from Taft’s director McKinley. Nagel heads south to campaign for Taft, while Collier resigns from the Roosevelt delegation citing Roosevelt’s nomination stance.
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Talladega
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Shelby County
Ala
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Taft Circulars stir federal offices in campaign push
Washington reports reveal a Roosevelt reply and Taft circulars sent to federal employees in the Northwest and South. The Taft letters urge support while denoting a bold, delicate tone with veiled threats. McKinley's campaign staff defends legality as Roosevelt aides renew activity.
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Georgia Sister's Son Seeks Georgia Vote for Underwood
Georgia campaign figure Hutchens says he will lead Underwood effort in Georgia after Alabama's unified support. He reports Senator Bankhead advised organizing in Georgia and expects no opposition from Harmon or Clark camps. Hutchens aims to mobilize 100 Alabama transplants in Georgia and secure unanimous state support.
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English coal strike prompts hopeful resumption talks
London reports say Sir George Ro Asquith, representing the board of trade, and a newly formed conciliation committee are coordinating to resume negotiations tomorrow. Indications suggest a conciliatory mood with government hopes a settlement may come within a week.
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George Ro Asquith
Board of Trade
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