We Want Teddy as Convention Roars in Missouri Rally
A massive anti Taft demonstration at the convention center lasted over forty minutes. Delegates and floor leaders shouted We Want Teddy as Roosevelt and Hadley supporters clashed with Taft forces over contested seats. The hall shook with cheers, banners, and entreaties for Theodore Roosevelt amid a flash of color from state banners and a chorus of chants.
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Convention news from Chicago on political alignments
Bulletin describes Roosevelt era leaders and governors pledging no changes in stance while Sen W S Kenyon of Iowa predicts Cummins backers will secure 160 votes on the revote. Report notes discussions among delegations and references a congressional inquiry proposal as convention unfolds in Washington and Chicago.
Teddy Chorus Roils Roosevelt Convention Hall
Delegates and speakers at the Chicago Coliseum clash in a Teddy Roosevelt themed demonstration. The crowd, including New York and Indiana delegates, chants Teddy while security moves through the aisles and the hall fills with telegraph boys, reporters, and wary officials.
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Union Leaders Draft Plans For Reform Proposals
Samuel Gompers and John Lennon of the American Federation of Labor arrived in Chicago to formulate proposals to be submitted to Republican committees. They aim to curb anti trust powers, limit federal judges' injunctions, and ban shipment of prison-made goods across states. Gompers expects to finish here quickly, then head to Baltimore for similar talks at the Democratic convention.
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Thirteen Entombed in Colorado Mine
Thirteen miners are entombed and believed dead after an explosion at the Victor American Fuel Co mine near Trinidad Colorado. One miner was rescued with serious injuries as rescue teams rush to the scene. The blast occurred in the Sew Siope near the mine mouth, triggered by a windy shot that ignited coal dust.
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Notable convention scene drifts into parable and power
A political gathering unites in prayer and debate as Senator Root frames unfinished business. Governor Hadley faces Roosevelt delegates and outlines a new arrangement while a chorus of cheers signals shifting alliances during a tense convention session.
Roosevelt forces press on as delegates dispute looms
Theodore Roosevelt holds early morning meetings at Congress hotel as leaders including Gov Hadley and George W. Perkins press for a purge of fraudulent delegates. Roosevelt aides say no change to convention plans, while discussion centers on potentially withdrawing delegates if credentials committee unseats them.
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Feeless Body Of Dr Doxey Found In Tennessee River
The death of Dr Loren J Doxey was reported as a possible suicide after his body was found in the Tennessee River at Clifton. Earlier Mrs Dora Doxey was acquitted of murder in St Louis in a separate case and Dr Doxey had been missing after leaving Satnah. The dispatch notes despondency over failing to establish a practice and a political meeting in progress.
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Prospects Bright for Senator A.B. Cummins Unveiled
Baltimore June 19 Preliminary to the arrangements committee meeting the national convention discussed a plan to have the second highest vote getter on the final ballot accept the vice presidential nomination. North Carolina’s National Committeeman Daniels urged the proposal amid debate on ticket composition.
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Taft Forces Seek To Hold Majority In Convention
Chicago reports Taft managers labor through the night to keep their bloc united as delegates occupy conference rooms at Director Meliiley’s headquarters. McKinley and aides pressure delegates while Taft supporters pledge steadfast unity and warn against shifts. Gov. McGovern endorses Henry J. Cochems resignation as Wisconsin chair and accuses Taft Roosevelt faction of fabrication in a deal claim.
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Youthful Burglar Breaks Into Home
The residence of Lewis Ross at 14 East Fifth Street was entered yesterday by a youth who was detected by Mrs. Ross who returned home before the intruder departed. The boy fled when confronted. a small savings bank and the pocketbook were rifled but contained little of value.
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Interstate Commerce Order Bolsters Rail Freight Rates
An ICC order targets major northern railroads including Chicago and Northwestern Great Northern and Chicago St. Paul Minneapolis and Omaha requiring them to establish new freight rates from Sioux City to Minnesota Points and Washington DC by a near term deadline. The directive focuses on freight lane adjustments and minimum charge structures to be in effect by a specified time. The action reflects regulatory efforts to standardize pricing amid evolving intercity rail commerce.
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Cummins Seen Best Bet After GOP Convention First Session
From the Iowa view, Senator Cummins appears strongest after the first GOP convention session. Roosevelt lacks votes for first ballot, Taft trails Root, and a bolt risk fades. Conservatism favors Cummins, with Loomis noting Kenyon’s caucuses and rising momentum toward a Tumans candidacy.
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Minnesota Road Rates Fall Short of Commission Plan
The commission had suggested reduced rates, but the roads did not heed the conclusions. The reductions average about 10 percent.
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Weathers Forecast for Tonight and Thursday
The forecast calls for fair weather tonight and Thursday with little clouding in the sky. Temperatures remain mild across the region and light winds are expected.
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