Bryan and Taft Claim Narrow Electoral Victory Totals
National Chairman Mack reports 333 electoral votes for Bryan while Hitchcock claims 325 for Taft. Both camps tout New York and other doubtful states with mixed reports backing partisan positions. Republicans push New York for Taft by about 50,000 though Hughes remains uncertain. Democrats expect Bryan to lead New York City by at least 125,000 with Taft limited to 75,000 in the Harlem River district.
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Nonpartisan analysis on Electoral College paths
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Some Unexpected Things That May Happen Today
Democrats may win the House of Representatives in Congress with 22 districts changing hands to shift control. Illinois could swing decisively toward the Democrats, and Speaker Cannon might be defeated there. Colorado may flip from Roosevelt to the Democrats by about 17,000 votes. Maryland could award all eight electoral votes to Bryan, and Connecticut has a slim chance of going Democratic.
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How the Pivotal States Voted in Past Elections
A charted look at Illinois Indiana Nebraska New York and Ohio showing Roosevelt McKinley Cleveland Bryan and Harrison plurality figures across 1892 1896 1900 and 1904. The piece highlights how these pivotal states swung in previous presidential contests.
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Polls Open as Parties Forecast Taft Victory
Draper shows confidence Vahey stays hopeful Republicans expect overwhelming Taft support Democrats predict a small Taft plurality as polls open at six this morning for the state election.
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Taft May Carry City Early If Boston Votes Split
Election observers anticipate Taft winning Boston on early returns as national results loom. Democrats predict Taft will trail by about 15 000 in the city while Vahey projects a city plurality near 18 000 and a statewide win with strength in the western region.
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Campaign forecasts vary as swing states tilt for Taft or Bryan
The piece surveys expected outcomes across states including Ohio, Kentucky, Missouri, Colorado, Indiana, Wisconsin, West Virginia, and Wyoming. It notes Democratic frontiers in Ohio and Missouri, labor influence in West Virginia, and contested margins with claims of large Bryan leads or Taft plurality in multiple states.
Harvard Prepares for Indians Tougher Test Than Navy
Harvard varsity players rested yesterday and resume practice today ahead of the Indians who arrive Saturday. Carlisle anticipates a stiffer challenge from Harvard than the Navy game. Warner plans no new plays.
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