Roosevelts bid splits Massachusetts Republicans in race for delegates
The Roosevelt announcement signals a bitter fight for pledged delegates across 14 districts with Taft forces led by Samuel Powers and Charles Hatfield contesting delegates. Massachusetts becomes a pivot in a national split as Roosevelt presses direct primaries while Taft supporters push to maintain party control.
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Roosevelt third term talk stirs historic echoes
In LOOKING BACKWARD New York recalls how Washington Grant and Jefferson resisted third terms and notes recent remarks by Theodore Roosevelt. It discusses Taft’s uneasy stance, cabinet ties with Roosevelt, and speculation over resignations amid a looming party contest.
Roosevelts Third Term Question Dominates Political Debate
In an interview, Congressman Samuel McCall urges tackling tariff first then the third term issue. He cites Washington and Jefferson on term limits and notes Roosevelt’s strong stance against a third term. The piece reviews historical positions and current party commentary.
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Col John D Long Comments on Roosevelt Taft Endorsement
Ex governor John D Long voices mixed views on Roosevelt and Taft as he notes regrets over Roosevelt's candidacy and aligns with Taft, expressing political stance amid a contested 1912 era.
Senator Miles Poindexter Visits Lawrence for Inquiry
Lawrence, Feb 25. Senator Miles Poindexter of Spokane Washington arrives to conduct a first hand look at local conditions notably the sending away of children. He conducts quiet inquiries and departs for the national capital later tonight.
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Five Men Arrested in Roxbury Gambling Raid
In a raid on the Washington Associates headquarters on Nawn Street Roxbury Sergeant Flynn and two officers of Station 9 arrested five men for gaming and one by presence at the game. Two packs of cards were seized. The men named Edward Harhill Martin Toomey John Donovan John Keevan and Neal Faulkner were taken into custody.
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Taft Receives Roosevelt Letter Amid Campaign Tension
Washington reports Taft was given a copy of Colonel Roosevelt's letter tonight as officials showed interest in the matter. The White House offered little comment though the Taft campaign apparatus was active with Director William B. McKinley departing for Chicago. The president said to a senator he is confident they are right and will be successful.
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Clark Predicts Roosevelt Bid Won’t Worry Him
Washington February 25 Speaker Champ Clark says Roosevelt entering the race does not surprise him and expresses confidence in beating any Republican in the coming national campaign The Democratic leader remarks that Republicans all look alike to him and that Roosevelt joining the contest has been expected for some time
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Insurgents and Leaders React as Roosevelt Nomination Looms
Representative Mann of Hit neis declines comment while Norris of Nebraska predicts Roosevelt will be nominated and elected. Campbell of Kansas says he admires Roosevelt but doubts appealing the umpire’s decision.
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Choice of Majority Should Lead Says Bass
Governor Robert P. Bass says Roosevelt's reply to the governors clarifies the situation and that party leaders must back the candidate the majority of party voters favor. He urges giving voters direct chance to express their choice before the convention.
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Whipple urges Taft renomination over Roosevelt
The Hon. Sherman L. Whipple argues that Roosevelt’s nomination would spark radical appeal, but predicts Taft is unlikely to be denied renomination due to his substantial contributions to both country and party.
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