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Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1916

Page

18

Hughes choice of solons in ranks of G.O.P.

Washington May 26 A broad slice of 268 Republican lawmakers foresee Supreme Court Justice Hughes as the likely presidential nominee. They argue the party needs a unifier and peacemaker to rally factions and bolster down-ballot races, while fearing Colonel Roosevelt may derail the ticket.

Washington Congress Supreme Court Hughes Roosevelt Wilson Taft Sherman Cummins Fairbanks Weeks Ford la Follette du Pont South Middle Western Root Capitol Justice Bfughes

Southern delegates tied by gentleman's agreement loom in nomination fight

Reports from several states describe a lack of opposition to Hughes despite objections to colonel and Root. Frank Hitchcock flexes influence in the South, guiding delegates for Hughes or Root, while signaling possible Roosevelt support. Hitchcock's intentions remain undisclosed as he gains free publicity.

Congress Chicago Oyster Bay New York City Hughes Roosevelt Root Frank Hitchcock Hitchcock

Governor Holcomb proclaims June 14 as Flag Day in Connecticut

Hartford May 26. Governor Holcomb calls all Connecticut citizens born anywhere to renew allegiance to the country. He designates June 14 as Flag Day and urges a renewed devotion to the values and sacrifices that shaped the nation.

Hartford Connecticut Holcomb

Fairfield Man Missing From Home

A Fairfield man, Harry Hotchkiss, 31, of Fairfield and employed by Remington UMC Co, has been reported missing by relatives and friends through local police. He is described as 5'7" tall, 126 pounds, with a limp due to a left leg deformity, dark brown hair, and is said to carry substantial money on his person. A nephew at 557 Seaview Avenue filed the report. he left home four days ago.

Harry Hotchkiss Fairfield Remington U. M. C. Co Hotchkiss H. T. Hotchkiss Seaview Avenue

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