Taft Responds To Presidential Nomination News
Secretary William H. Taft expressed happiness at his nomination for the presidency in Washington. He maintained focus on official duties despite Chicago politics and a tense atmosphere in his private office. Family, friends, and reporters crowded Taft's surroundings as bulletins arrived.
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Taft Tops First Ballot at 1908 Republican Convention
The Chicago convention named William H. Taft of Ohio on the first ballot by 702 votes, a unanimous choice. Thousands cheered as the decisive vote ended hours of tense session with Taft’s nomination and platform adoption near completion. Theodore Burton of Ohio presented the nomination with fervent oratory.
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Taft Delivers First Nomination Speech at University Club
Secretary Taft speaks to University Club members in Washington after receiving the party nomination. He thanks the club for good fellowship, notes his Ohio roots, and reflects on Washington as a residence city while rejecting political theatrics. He references colleagues and foresees the upcoming campaign with courtesy.
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Roosevelt Praises Taft as Lincolnian Champion of the Common People
President Roosevelt commends Secretary Taft after his nomination, saying Taft is fearless, upright, and deeply in touch with farmers, workers, businessmen, and property owners. He argues Taft embodies plain people values without demagogy and will defend broad American citizenship against privilege.
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Taft Resigns From Cabinet Planned For July First
Secretary Taft submits resignation to President Roosevelt after long White House meeting. The move takes effect July 1, with Taft saying he needs about ten days to settle War Department matters. He will attend Yale class of 1878 anniversary in New Haven next week.
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New Englanders Named to Notify Secretary Taft Nomination
Chicago, June 18. A national committee to notify Secretary Taft of his nomination includes New Englanders from Massachusetts Colonel Sidney O. Bigney Vermont Roger W. Hulburd Maine Edward P. Ricker New Hampshire Alfred Howard Rhode Island Joseph R. Fletcher Connecticut Charles H. Clark.
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Hammond Quits Vice Presidency Bid After Promises
Chicago June 18 John Hays Hammond withdrew from the race for the vice presidency after promising a dramatic canvass. Hammond, listed as from Gloucester Massachusetts but asserting western roots, said he no longer seeks the vice presidential nomination.
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Taft Nomination Sparks Frantic Convention Demonstrations
The close of Taft's nomination speech triggers roaring cheers from Ohio and Taft states, with banners and wild gesturing as delegates lose order. George H. Knight of California delivers a brief seconding speech as Taft supporters surge, followed by a La Follette rally that sweeps the hall, leaving the galleries in control.
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Governors Cummins and Guild Vie for Second Place in VP Race
Chicago dispatch reports Governor Cummins of Iowa as administration VP candidate. Iowa delegates endorsed him unanimously, signaling party support and possible withdrawal of Dolliver. Massachusetts Governor Guild also gains traction with New England delegates while other states weigh ballots. Enthusiasm grows for Guild in Bay State and the region.
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Fair Weather Across New England This Weekend
Washington reports New England will see fair conditions Friday and Saturday with warmer temperatures. Eastern Maine coast may have showers later in the day Saturday. Fresh south to southwest winds persist across the region, including eastern New York.
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