Lodge Dictates Party Course at Chicago Convention
Henry C. Lodge, permanent Chairman, asserts the Republicans will name the next U S president and vice president, criticize Democrats, and defend the party’s record over the last fifty years while stressing government regulation of big capital and lawful action against abuses. He notes Theodore Roosevelt will not seek renomination and warns against using the president’s name for a candidacy.
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Remarkable Demonstration For Roosevelt Routed Opposition
A historic street demonstration for Roosevelt lasted forty five minutes with crowds restrained by timid fears of stampede yet officials welcomed the chance for public display. The representation reduction plan met defeat amid loud support and opposition news.
Daily Telegraph Bulletins From Chicago Convention
The Daily Telegraph announces it will display the latest convention news from Chicago in front of its Land Street office, with Associated Press bulletins received on the scene. The bulletin service begins shortly after noon daily and runs until adjournment.
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Roosevelt Yell Dominates Second Day at Republican Convention
Chicago June 17 The second day of the Republican convention featured a roaring Roosevelt demonstration in the Coliseum that lasted forty five minutes. Senator Henry Cabot Lodge led a practical session to smooth proceedings and the flat defeat of plans to reduce southern representation. Delegates seating Taft were nearly all accepted, placing about 700 delegates in the Taft column with allies endorsing the result without floor dissent. The arena held 14 000 as fervent supporters cheered through another day of spectacle and momentum toward the nomination.
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Taft Convention Deluge of Roaring Cheers Sparks Lodge Speech
The convention hall erupted for Senator Lodge after he dubbed the president the best abused and most popular man in the United States. A roar from 14 000 delegates followed as banners waved and chairs were climbed in a mass show of support.
Doctor of Laws conferred on Senator Owen at Lexington
June 17 Washington and Lee University in Lexington conferred the degree of doctor of laws on United States Senator Owen of Oklahoma in a formal graduation ceremony.
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Oklahoma
Ice Cream Flavor Tip Promises Delicate Vanilla
A vintage ad notes Blue Ribbon Vanilla yields a delicate, delicious ice cream flavor. It recommends one teaspoonful per quart to achieve the best taste and texture.
Platform Call Explains TAT Candidate Tactics
A resolutions sub committee member argues that the platform is being used to pressure the committee and convention, though not presented as an ultimatum. The remarks describe strategic weaponization of the platform in internal proceedings.
Injunction plank shapes Republican platform debate
Chicago June 17 A subcommittee member allied with both Roosevelt and Taft outlined that if the Republican convention refuses to adopt a platform Taft can win without one. The injunctive plank was crafted after extensive committee work and deemed ready for full committee review.
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