HILES PICKED FOR Ci Campaign chairman chosen amid convention turmoil
Charles D. Hilles, Taft secretary, likely to be named Republican national committee chairman at the meeting in Chicago. Taft indorsed him, McKinley rejected the post, and other offices to be filled. Roosevelt forces clashed with Taft supporters as the convention adjourned amid demonstrations and chaotic roll calls.
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Charles D. Hilles
Taft
Republican National Committee
W. B. McKinley
Rias
Congressional Committee
Willam F. Stone
Maryland
la Follette
Wisconsin
North Dakota
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Gaevalt
Illinois
Een
Roosevelt
Massachusetts
Root
Rode
Janator Root
Fosdick Objects to Vote by Alternates on Roll Call
In a tense roll call the present was deemed sufficient for response and did not authorize an alternate to vote. Chairman Root ruled otherwise and Fosdick announced an appeal from the chair. Root indicated the appeal would be allowed at the time of voting as Fosdick defied the convention by threatening to vote for any man. In Massachusetts the alternates of
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Fosdick
Massachusetts
William J. Bryan
Chicago
Bryan
Taft Triumph at Republican Convention and Platform Highlights
William Barnes Jr notes delegates pledged to Taft and the roll call result showing Taft’s nomination. The scene includes Washington’s 14 votes, various state loyalties, and the brief Sherman nomination speech. The platform pledges anti trust reform, tariff support with reductions, farming credit, civil service extension, and naval strength.
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Sherman
Senator Root
Alabama
New York
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Allcott
Harry Daugherty
Ohio
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Missouri
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Howard Gillette
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Roosevelt
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Nebraska
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Borab
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Merriam of
Gillette
Republican Party
Tariff Board
Civil Service
Congress
Russia
Progressives Form Party In Chicago Conference
The Progressive party was dedicated in Chicago with about 500 attendees. Governor Johnson of California named a seven member committee to work with Colonel Roosevelt. Roosevelt, Johnson, Garfield, Pinchot and others attended. Roosevelt supporters filled the hall with red bandanna flags. Roosevelt later waved a flag and his daughter wore a bandanna, signaling the birth of a new political movement and plans for a future platform.
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Progressive Party
Hiram Johnson
California
Roosevelt
Johnson
James R. Garfield
Ohio
Roovervelt
Committee of Seven
National Roosevelt Committee
Garfield
Pinchot
Brubbs
Kansas
Medill McCormick
Clapp
Minnesota
Mrs
Longworth
Tailor Chas F Strutz In Sioux City Hospital For Appendicitis
With appendicitis, Charles F Strutz, the well known tailor, has word from his son in law Harry Roberts, who has been working in Sioux City, that he is in a hospital there for an appendicitis attack. He has had prior attacks.
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Chas. F. Strutz
Harry Roberts
Sioux City
Weather Forecast for Town
Forecast indicates town will be generally fair and warmer tonight and Tuesday. A high pressure system brings mild temperatures with light winds and no precipitation expected. Residents should plan outdoor activities and monitor changes in coastal moisture.
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Tonteht
Baltimore Prepares for Democratic National Convention
Baltimore buzzes with carnival mood as thousands fill streets and hotels for the Democratic gathering. Officials and press set up for convention week while Nelson Bryan rallies against a non progressive temporary chair. The Parker selection dominates talks with Kern and Henry viewed as possible rivals in the split between progressives and conservatives.
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Democratic National Committee
Alton B. Parker
Kern
Indiana
Henry
Texas
New York
Four Drown in Ohio River Roller Accident at Ludlow Street
Four persons drowned on June 24 in the Ohio River at Ludlow Street when a boat carrying five was upset by rollers from a river steamer. The dead are Isabella Gannin Joseph Gannin Nicholas Saebella and Sarah Joseph, all Cincinnati residents. Kathay Joseph, sister of one drowned, survived. The party had been riding waves caused by river steamers when a large roller capsized their boat.
Shaw to Send Money Soon for Shaw Syndicate Rail Plans
Des Moines June 24 A cable from P J Kerlin to John J Hess says funds will be sent to secure Belgian bankers loans for the Shaw syndicate railroad project in western Josya. Belgian capitalists plan credits via American banks and accounts are to be opened tonight, with no further delays expected.
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Des Moines
John J Hess
P. J. Kerlin
Aoat
Shaw Syndicate
Brussels
Josya
Lacalees
Apple crop to be shortest in years in Iowa reports
Sioux City Iowa June 24 Northwestern Iowa apple crop will be the shortest in years. Professors Beach and Green of Ames say insects contribute but severe winter weather is the main cause. They note cherries also fair though fruit and vegetable crops suffered from a recent heavy hailstorm. Corn injury minimal.
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Sioux City
Iowa
A. Beach
Lorenzo Green
Ames
Develop Water Power Fort Dodge Iowa
Articles of Incorporation were filed for the Fort Dodge Water Power company to develop Des Moines River power and build a hydroelectric plant. Capital stock is $500,000. Rival factions debate site ownership between the new promoters W. W. and Don M. Stearns and local businessmen pushing city dam construction.
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Fort Dodge
Don M
Stearns of
Humboldt
New Car From Stier Grocery Man Roams In Ford Touring
R Neal of the Stier Grocery Company bought a new Model T 1912 Ford touring car. He drove it from Omaha on its maiden trip but turned back due to rain. He plans much pleasure and better handling with the car.
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R. Neal
Stier Grocery Company
Omaha
Iowa Republicans plan state convention July 10 for supreme bench fight
Des Moines dispatch notes that after the Chicago convention many Iowa Republicans return home to prepare for the July 10 state convention. Delegates will be chosen next Saturday at county meetings. a hard fight is expected to unseat two supreme bench justices. The piece also covers Rural Life Conference at Ames, freight-rate concerns, tuberculosis cows from Illinois, Virgil Crow’s parole, and flour bid reforms.
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Iowa
Chicago
Supreme Bench
Kenyon
Clarke
Garst
Bural Life Conference
Rural Life Conference
State College
Ames
Iowa Railroad Commission
South Dakota
Minnesota
Raiiroads
Henderson
Commerce
New Directory From News Telegraph for Musgon Exchange
The News Telegraph announces a forthcoming telephone directory for the Musgon Exchange. The directory will list over 1400 names and numbers, detailing subscribers and rates. Publication is expected soon as the department completes filling entries and verifies listings.
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Musgon Broa
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