Taft desultory convention opens amid faint cheers
At the Republican national convention in Chicago the crowd shows minimal enthusiasm for Taft and Borah denies Roosevelt nomination. A blue Taft banner draws scant acclaim as New frames the party’s pride in the Roosevelt era and square deal. Burrows touts justice department caution against stripping courts of powers amid speaker turnover and a push for changed convention representation.
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Republican National Convention Sets Sail Toward Concord
Chicago June 16 The Republican national convention moves forward with precise planning and broad backing from party powers. The meeting aims for smooth proceedings and united support as organizers anticipate orderly deliberations and decisive action.
Apathy at Republican Convention Dims Roosevelt Hopes
The scene opens with muted excitement as Roosevelt fails to spark strong support. The convention moves with orderly cadence like a high school literary gathering while Burrows delivers a speech to a restless audience.
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Burrows
Republican National Convention Opens in Chicago
Delegates totaling about 980 from states territories and colonies gather in Chicago's vast amphitheatre for the quadrennial convention to nominate presidential and vice presidential candidates and to set party policy for the approaching campaign. Theodore Roosevelt’s 1900 nominating scene is recalled as the arena seats swell to accommodate thousands more.
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Chicago
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Convention committees formed amid heated Louisiana dispute
After Burrows spoke at 1 46 the temporary officers list was read and accepted. Senator Long moved the committee members’ names be sent forward. Burke’s resolution met with southern delegates’ cries of No as Burrows announced no Louisiana delegates would serve on any convention committees amid a crowded hall.
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Kansas
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Louisiana
Non-committal on platform from White House
Washington June 16 The administration declined to commit to the Chicago drafted Republican platform noting the telegraphed text was a tentative draft for Taft’s comment on certain planks. The president and Taft did not commit themselves to any form and drafts were shown to relations committee members for Republican leaders.
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White House
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Resolution Committee
Taft
Girl Escapes In Nightwear From Geneva Home
Eighteen year old Ethel Clyburn of Chicago fled the Geneva home for girls last night clad only in a night gown and a horse blanket. Rescued near the depot, she was jailed in Kane county briefly before being returned to state custody by Matron Ophelia Amigh.
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Ethel Clyburn
Chicago
Geneva
Colson
Kane County
Fales Granted Absolute Divorce in Rhode Island Case
Warren I. Fales received an absolute divorce from Katherine Ales on a statutory ground. The court named Fales's son as co respondent in Providence on June 16.
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Hoch Skips Chicago Convention Over Chautauqua Dates
Governor Hoch toured La Crosse this morning praising its streets parks and homes and said he will not attend the Chicago convention due to conflicting Chautauqua dates. He called the national gathering a mere formality with Taft already nominated and plans to speak at the Chau t: uau today.
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Chicago
Taft
Merchants Press Plan To Lower La Crosse Circus License
The La Crosse Retail Merchants Protective Association calls a special meeting this evening to vote on reducing the La Crosse circus license amid protests that it was the highest in the state. The group will also discuss the July 24 Lansing excursion and a proposed Fourth of July closing, with the session set in the small council chamber at City Hall.
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Union Pacific Restores Full Time Across Shops
June 16 report says full time was restored in Union Pacific shops affecting about two thousand workers on half time or less since last year’s panic. Officials kept the change from the public. the move will affect the entire system with all employees now on short time.
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Fight for Wisconsin Idea Dominates Convention Line
In Chicago June 16, H A Cooper will press a Wisconsin style plank to bind the party to specific reforms. The proposals include popular election of senators, railroad valuation, and tariff revision aimed at removing utilities from politics. Walther Houser and Governor Davidson attended as Gill Vandercook arrived, while the alliance fights Taft and Taft allies on credentials.
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Wisconsin
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Blue Labels Beat Diamonds At League Park 12 to 7
The Blue Labels defeated the Diamonds at League Park with a 12 to 7 score. Blue Labels collected 11 hits while Diamonds had 7, in a one sided game.
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La Follette and Hughes In Bitter End Race
Chicago reports say Taft supporters face a stubborn coalition of allies. La Follette declares he will not withdraw and Hughes insists he is in until the final decision. The credentials committee eyes Alabama as the contest nears its end.
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Alabama
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la Follette
La _ Folletta
Hughes
New York
Taft Declines on Vice Presidential Talk at White House
Taft, the first caller at the White House today, says he will do nothing about the vice presidency until the presidency is settled. He laughs and avoids committing to any position despite suggestions the issue might be settled.
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Democrats Meet in Chicago Today
Chicago June 16 The subcommittee on arrangements of the Democratic National Committee will complete the physical setup for the Denver convention at a Sherman House meeting this afternoon Attendance includes J C Dahlman of Nebraska The committee voted not to name a temporary chairman until the Denver meeting on June 27.
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Nebraska
Negroes Ousted From Des Moines Police Force
In Des Moines Iowa on June 16 all the negroes were discharged from the police force. No further applications from colored men will be considered for positions.
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Ps Tes
Francis M'Govern and Hatton Here at Waterloo
Francis M'Govern and Hatton arrive as Roosevelt allies seek control in the nomination battle against Taft. The scene centers on shifts in support and the contest within the party. Political maneuvering signals changes ahead as factions align around key figures and strategy.
Wisconsin Delegation Buzzes As Senate Race Flows In Chicago
W H Hatton and Francis E McGovern arrived in Chicago as senatorial candidates stirring Wisconsin chatter amid Stalwart figures. The Roosevelt faction seeks the president's renomination while anti Tafters doubtful of a Roosevelt acceptance.
Weather and Water Report from La Crosse Area Headlines
Weather and water data show La Crosse at 48 cool and 68 warmest with 4 mph wind and no rainfall. River stages steady with La Crosse at 10.9 ft up 0.1 and Prairie du Chien at 12.9 ft down 0.1. Wisconsin forecasts call for fair weather with possible showers west late tonight or Wednesday as temperatures rise. Minnesota forecasts include showers tonight and Wednesday with warming, while Iowa expects showers and rising temperatures.
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