Taft Nominated On First Ballot At 1908 GOP Convention
Chicago June 19 Taft of Ohio won the Republican presidential nomination on the first ballot by 702 votes as chaos ruled the convention hall. La Follette demonstrations surged then faded, Roosevelt calls followed, and final roll showed Taft leading with 702 to Roosevelt’s 0 votes after a tumultuous eight hour session.
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SHERMAN FOR RUNNING MATE
New York Congressman James Sherman was nominated for vice president by the Republican ticket at the national convention. Timothy L. Woodruff of New York seconded the nomination, with Speaker Cannon presenting it amid strong enthusiasm. Early morning reports suggested Taft supporters would back Sherman as the party faced uncertain outcomes overnight.
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Cummins Favorite for Vice Presidency in Taft Camp
A Chicago report from Washington says three key Republican officials favor Town for vice president, influencing tomorrow's convention. The delegation’s action positions Cummins as the leading candidate, with Taft managers focused on Taft’s nomination and the party’s overall strategy.
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Cummins Chosen as Taft Ticket Vice Presidential Pick
Iowa Governor Cummins emerges as favored vice presidential candidate for Taft, with White House talks and Washington messages directing the selection. Cummins, a seasoned reformer and anti-trust fighter, beats Doliver for Iowa’s slot, praised as a strong campaigner and defender of tariff revision.
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Hall's Catarrh Cure Claims Internal Cure
Catarrh is described as a blood or constitutional disease requiring internal remedies. Hall's Catarrh Cure is promoted as taking effect on blood and mucous surfaces, prepared by J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo Ohio, with testimonials offered free and priced at 75 cents. Also recommends Hall's Family Pill for constipation.
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Proposal for Erection of Two School Houses in Iowa
Notice to bidders for erection of two school houses in Benton Township Taylor county Iowa one in District No three and one in District No five bids to be received at the secretary E J Beal residence in said township until 1 o clock p m July 6 1908 contract to be awarded to lowest responsible bidder board reserves right to reject any or all bids plans at Citizens Bank Bedford Iowa dated May 6 1908
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