Taft Nomination Cleared on First Ballot at Coliseum
Chicago June 1 The Republican convention nominated William Howard Taft on the first ballot as war secretary of the GOP. Ohio Governor Cox and Roosevelt supporters sparked a massive gallery demonstration after Taft’s name rose, with Wisconsin and New York delegates amid tumult. Final roll call showed Taft securing the required votes as crowds roared and the platform debate shaped the day’s close.
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Story of the Republican National Convention in Chicago
The report chronicles the Chicago convention proceedings with key moments from 10 to 11 showing motions, platform readings, roll calls, and multiple nominations including Camon for president, Vardney seconding, Hanly and Murbanks efforts, and Hughes, Tatho, Balt, and Foraker entrants. Delegates clash and cheers rise as the slate shapes at the platform.
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Platform Adopts Roosevelt Equality of Opportunity Platform
The Republican platform endorses Roosevelt era policies and the fight for equality of opportunity. It pledges continued trust busting, monetary reform, postal savings, civil rights, labor protections, and strong defense while praising economic recovery and regulatory advances under Republican governance. The document lauds enforcement of law, conservation, and foreign trade promotion, urging unity and preparedness.
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Namie of Taft Address at Chicago Convention
Pithy address delivered in Congressman's best vein as Namie of Taft previews the Republican convention outcome. The speech praises Ohio leadership, urges unity, and stresses the party's duty to solve national problems amid rapid material growth and social risk. Continued on Page Three.
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