Hadley Carries Convention Off Its Feet
Chicago June 21 Two brief Republican sessions opened as credentials wrangle stalls business. Missouri Governor Hadley sparked a massive Hadley demonstration, with Roosev elt flags unfurled, while Taft delegates cheered and fought to keep control. Debates over seating Roosevelt delegates dominated the floor.
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Roosevelt Delegates Elevate Root as Temporary Chairman
At the Republican convention Senator Elihu Root was elected temporary chairman amid disorder and Roosevelt supporters backed Francis McGovern. Root received 668 votes to 502 for McGovern, while Taft allies faced a strong push from Hadley and others. The gathering adjourned for the night with talks of keeping Root as permanent head.
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Insurance rings and state control draw Iowa scrutiny
Des Moines reports quote Assistant Attorney General alleging Cedar Rapids inspection bureau fixes five insurance rates statewide. Local underwriters in Burlington and Council Bluffs claim separate bodies exist. The investigation questions fairness, calls for revised Iowa insurance laws and notes related conferences and new corporate filings.
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Princess Alice's Hat Removal Stirs Convention Cries
Mrs Longworth removes her blue sailor hat with white band at the convention drawing attention from the aisle near the southern Colisee entrance. Nicholas Longworth sits beside, keeping his hat on as the scene unfolds and spectators react with amusement and chatter.
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Room 267 Holds Personal Ties for Idaho Delegate
Idaho delegate John E. Yeats pressed to stay in room 267 at the Hotel Sherman. He recalled that his twin girls were born there in 1893 and said he and his wife occupied the same room years ago. He insisted on the Sherman while other Idaho delegates moved to different hotels.
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Women Attend Republican National Convention Picnic Atmosphere
Report from Chicago portrays a crowded Coliseum scene where women in festive dress share lunches and excitement. Observers note fatigue and tense anticipation as speakers and attendees mingle, with anecdotes of pies and sandwiches and a general air of bustling activity.
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