Taft Nominated for President on First Ballot in Chicago
William Howard Taft secured 702 of 980 votes to clinch the Republican nomination at 5 16 PM in Chicago. Running mate not decided. conference discussions continued into the night with leaders debating candidates including Sherman Long and Cummins.
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Taft Nomination Sparks Taft Home City Jubilation
Cincinnati explodes with joy as William Howard Taft is nominated for the Presidency by the Republican convention in Chicago. Thousands cheer in the streets, banners fly, and business halts as residents hail their hometown favorite.
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Latonia deputizes citizens after saloonkeeper shoots officer
Twenty five Latonia residents sworn as constables to quell a 500 strong mob that threatened Scott W. Hopkins after he shot and killed Patrolman Frank Duncan at Hopkins saloon on Main Street. Witnesses say Hopkins fired five shots during the confrontation. (Continued on Sixth Page.)
Taft Confesses Happiness Over Nomination News
Washington dispatch reports Secretary Taft admitting he is very happy about his nomination for the Presidency. He remained focused on official business at the War Department while family and reporters filled his private offices. Mrs Taft and young Charlie watched bulletins from the Chicago convention as the process continued.
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Taft Clinches Gop Nomination At 1908 Convention
The Chicago convention scene narrows to Taft as the Republican nominee after a lengthy session. Ohio’s Theodore Burton announces, amid a roaring, passionate crowd, with enthusiasm peaking as Knox and La Follette fade from the roll call.
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