First Session Opens at Republican National Convention
Big crowd fills Philadelphia hall as Senator Hanna presides with Wolcott as temporary chair. Delegates, alternates, and sightseers fill the building while credentials and rules committees retire. Wolcott’s address reiterates support for the administration amid war and territorial questions.
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Opening of the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia
The speech by Senator Wolcott impressed the crowd while Roosevelt remained the focal figure as delegates debated the Vice Presidential choice. McKinley’s renomination and Roosevelt’s nomination followed with sweeping enthusiasm, Lodge as permanent chair and Lodge’s acceptance speech ending with Roosevelt’s acceptance of the vice presidential nod.
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Acclaimed Choice at National Republican Convention
Philadelphia report describes unanimous nominations of McKinley and Roosevelt by the Republican national convention. Arch bishop Ryan gave blessing as cheering delegates waved state standards and marched in a long procession. Senator Foraker and Lafe Young of Iowa feature in coordinating nominations.
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