Convention Riot Delays Action as Roosevelt and Taft Factions Clash
At Chicago on June 19 the convention opened amid heated debate as Governor Hadley leads a motion to eliminate ninety-two contested delegates. He cites party unity over personal- or state-level disputes, while Roosevelt factions push back amid accusations of fraud and seating challenges.
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Chicago
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Taft
Henry A. Allen
Kansas
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Watson
Hoosevelt
North Carolin
Pennsylvania
Chainmad
Committee On
Betting Odds Shift as Taft Backers Gain Ground
Chicago reports betting on the 1909 Republican contest shows Taft supporters narrowing Roosevelt advantages. Odds moved from 40 to 7 in Roosevelt’s favor to 10 to 7 favoring Taft as credentials and party leadership fights sparked tense exchanges in the gathering.
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Taft
Chicago
Roosevelt
Mabey
Root Threatens To Oust Noisy Texan Delegation
Chicago reports a disturbance in the Republican National Committee battle over Cecil Lyons of Texas. Chairman Root threatened removal of a notably noisy Texas delegate as Thomas Divine of Colorado seeks the credentials chair. The clash cooled later that afternoon.
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Chicago
Republican National
Cecil Lyons
Texas
Thomas Divine
Lolorado
Taft
Tate
Roosevelt Kept From Convention Hall Amid Confinement
Chicago June 49. Roosevelt to remain away from the convention hall at a conference this afternoon. He has tickets admitting him to a seat on the platform although confined. The reason for confinement and ticket source are unclear.
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Chicago
Congress investigates bribery charges at Republican convention
Washington June 19 Congress man Martini W Littleton of New York has prepared a resolution calling for a congressional investigation of bribery charges tied to the Republican national convention The report notes a Chicago session where voting procedures and the temporary chairmanship of Senator Elihu Root are mentioned in a continued page two item
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Martini
New York
Chicago
Bone
Elihu Root
Railroads May Take Medicine in July Protests Deferred
The railroad commission in Jackson reports a heavy docket and hearing of depot and shipping complaints. Protests against rate increases will be heard in July if any remain, while the Frisco system defection shifts rest of the lines toward valuations and avoids probes of assets.
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Jackson
Railroad Commission
Frisco
Lst
Torrid Weather Doused by Northwest Wind and Rain
A week of extreme heat ended yesterday afternoon as a sudden violent northwest wind storm brought heavy rain over a wide area. Gardens and corn benefited from moisture, while cotton growers seek hot sunny days to aid crops.
Wisconsin Governor Denounces Houser Statement on Roosevelt Deal
Chicago June 19 Governor Mos Govern of Wisconsin denounced as an absolute fabrication the claim by Walter Houser, La Follette supporter, that he made a deal with Roosevelt for the vice presidency. He said his stance yesterday was due to a clear pro progressive vs reactionary fight and he still supports La Follette.
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Wisconsin
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LaFollette
McGovern
Roosevelt
LaFoillette
AFI S VETO MAY PREVENT ENCAMPMENT
President veto may stop encampments by the regular army and state national guards. Arrangements had been made in many states for encampments starting in Italy. Efforts seek a special message to Congress urging funds for maneuvers.
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Associated Press
Washington
Tatts
Florida
Louisiana
Italy
Congress
Four Possibilities Loom Large Today at Republican Convention
The second day opens with four possible outcomes Taft nomination Roosevelt nomination a second convention a dark horse. Taft backers cite Senator Ranton as temporary chairman signaling Taft control while Roosevelt supporters push for Roosevelt. Delegates discuss a potential third candidate as roosevelt delegates plan bolting hints.
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Taft
Ogsavelt
Roosevelt
Rantons
Senator Bond Arrested Over Enrolled Bill Alteration
Two indictments were returned against Senator A W Bond in Hinds County for altering an enrolled bill to favor the creation of a new Stone County. Bond, released on $3,000 bail, claims he did the alteration but says it was legal trouble, not harm. Governor ordered his arrest. grand jury also examined the bill with officials Power and Buck present.
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Hinds County
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J. Middleton
Bond
C Tayior
Burhan
Shotwell
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Harrison
J. W. Power
W. J. Buck
Grand Jury
Laurel Auction Shocks Town with Record Sale
A local auction where Laurel auctions new and unusual items draws crowds as bidders compete for limited lots. Organizers expect strong turnout, with promised rare goods and unprecedented discounts.
Paving Plans Begun by City Committee
Chase 18 here to begin work on preliminary estimates for paving to be laid this summer. Mac the engineer leads the task under a two member counted and two prominent business men paving committee appointed by the city council. Members include Wistert Tassell McCartain Janes and J O Ferrell. A meeting is set for next Tuesday to review plans and data and advance the project under strict specifications to insure permanency.
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Tawa Constitttion Company
Une
Specie
Streata Ag
Messrae Wistert
Tassell
McCartains
Janes
The
Building begins on new Kingston school structure
Burke Contracting Company workers moved to the site of the New Kingston school building and began construction this morning. Architect Krause visited yesterday to oversee the project kickoff, directing the early work.
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Burke Contracting Company
Kingston
Krause
New Laurel Station Construction Begins With Test Foundations
Engineers for the New Orleans and Northeastern start work on a permanent Laurel passenger station. The Jefferson Construction Company will bring in dirt and build grade levels for multiple tracks and the ground level approaches while preserving current traffic. Ground tests will determine foundation depth after the first track is laid in front of the Nelson hotel area.
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New Orleans & Northeastern Railroad
Laurel
Jdellerson Construction Campany
Fis
Neery
Baueh
Nelson Hotel
Laurelgrocers in Laurels face vegetable shortage
Laurel grocers report they cannot secure vegetables and fruits essential for trade due to a dearth of farm products and limited supply from foreign dealers. Yesterday no tomatoes were available. one grocer sold four baskets within an hour.
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Laure
The Next Act Opens at Balli More
A fragmented note hints at an upcoming performance at Balli More. It mentions an act by UiB My Lisme and a caring theme. Details are unclear due to broken text.
Bijou Indian Maid Elopement Feature At Bison Show
A Bijou feature on an Indian maid elopement draws fans as the Bison exhibit proves cooler than the outdoors. The layout and pictures receive strong approval, with the exhibit ending on a positive note.
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