Taft Nominated on First Ballot by Republican Convention
The Republican convention in Chicago nominated William Howard Taft for President on the first ballot with 702 votes. James S. Sherman of New York was chosen for Vice President on the first ballot with 816 of 979. Other candidates included Knox Hughes Cannon Fairbanks and Foraker as delegates cast votes and a push for an unanimous nomination emerged led by Theodore Barton and George Knight.
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Geneseo Social and Local News Highlights
Geneseo area residents Spaid and family spent Sunday in town while Maggie Collis visited home folk and Mrs Morrison. Edith Gottsche visited grandmother Mrs J L Deem. Mrs Whitted returned from Gene visits. John White, former high school instructor, swallowed teeth years ago. now recovering voice as doctors locate teeth in his esophagus.
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Taft Nominated by Republicans as Roosevelt's Heir
The Republican National Convention chose William H. Taft as the best qualified successor to Theodore Roosevelt. Taft's extensive public service includes Secretary of War, Governor of Cuba, Philippines administrator, and roles in Justice and State. Supporters argue his temperament and experience fit the Presidency and even higher offices. The New York Tribune notes Taft embodies party aims and would win broad popular backing.
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Bids Wanted for Painting Exterior Court House Repairs
Bids are invited to paint and restore the exterior of the Court House including roof tower and all stone wood and iron work. Work must finish by September 15 1908 with bid bonds and material supply by bidders. The committee reserves the right to reject all bids and bids are due today at the County Clerk office.
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