Roosevelt Delegates Contention and National Committee Actions
A political analysis argues that Roosevelt never had a majority of legitimately elected delegates, even counting disputed seats. It critiques the national committee for seating Taft delegates and accuses Roosevelt supporters of inflating claims with false contests. The piece urges integrity in the party platform and promises.
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Illinois Progressive Party forms to push reform agenda
The state convention endorses a third party line with a platform including initiative and referendum, direct election of senators, recall, eight hour law, anti-corruption measures, and state supervision of key bodies. Governor candidate Frank H. Funk leads a slate amid a push to replace old party machines.
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