Roosevelt Forces Falter Again at Convention Roll Calls
Roosevelt forces suffered a third defeat in the Republican National Convention, 569 to 499, as the credentials committee plan to bar contested delegates from voting was tabled. Early sessions in Chicago featured slow attendance, restless delegations, and demonstrations as Taft delegates gained ground on several key roll calls.
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Third Defeat Deliberations Open With Prayer at Convention
Delegates gathered as credentials committees decide to submit the Alabama case to the convention. Senator Root prepared to call the meeting to order while Rev. John Balcom Shaw led a prayer condemning national sins and urging divine guidance, repentance, and commitment to righteousness and peace.
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Platform committee endorses general issues not specific measures
The platform committee completed a concise draft that omits direct references to pending legislation, commends the Taft administration and Roosevelt and McKinley, and emphasizes monopoly and court reform. The assembly adjourned to hear further deliberations as McCormick presents a minority view and Root intervenes to maintain order during credential discussions.
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Revolt charge ties Gomez to Cuban upheaval
Havana reports direct accusations that President Jose Miguel Gomez arranged with General Estenoz to incite the Cuban revolution. El Dia asserts Gomez knew details of the outbreak before March 10 and kept in touch with Estenoz, shaping the conspiracy while aiming to bolster his leadership and re election prospects. Meanwhile Washington weighs recalling battleships and preserving Marines as Cuba’s situation improves.
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Democrats Smile at Third Party Debate Resists Teddy Ticket
Baltimore June 21. Democratic leaders dismissed any idea that top progressive Democrats would accept second place on a Roosevelt led third ticket. Wilson aides said no overtures were made and the governor would not run for vice president under any circumstance. Also Baltimore June 21. National Committeeman John T. McGraw of West Virginia moved to abrogate the two thirds rule in future Democratic conventions, presenting a resolution to the national committee.
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Iowa
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Sundry civil appropriation bill discussed in House
The House met at 10 a.m. and continued consideration of a sundry civil appropriation bill, with members debating various items and provisions. The session focused on budget allocations and associated allowances, seeking finalization of line items.
Bryan Seeks Aid In Parker Faction Rumors Grow
The June 4 dispatch reports Bryan telegraphing prominent Democrats including Speaker Clark and Gov. Wilson to oppose Parker as Baltimore convention temporary chairman. It notes Clark forces may align with conservatives, while Watterson urges harmony and warns Bryan could deepen factional splits.
Convention May Go Into Coming Week At GOP Rally
Roosevelt stays firm on program as Chicago prepares for possible extended convention. National committee plans to hold Coliseum for next week and delegates await final arrangements while facing higher living costs and ongoing fund collections to cover extended session expenses.
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Ohio
Nichols Man Sent to Knoxville for Contempt
John H. Brockett of Nichols was sent to the Knoxville asylum for inebriates by Judge L. J. Horan after contempt charges for disturbing his divorced wife Catherine Brockett were dismissed by County Attorney Thompson. He was arrested at his Nichols home and brought to Muscatine by the Nichols mayor, then turned over to Sheriff Vanatta.
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Harvard Freshmen Beat Yale in Freshman Race
Repatla of Harvard led to a two-length win in the freshman race with a time of 10:52 for Harvard versus Yale’s 10:54. Harvard also won the varsity oars by ten lengths behind them in New London.
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Federal Construction Co Buys 800 Acres for Moscow Canal Site
Reports say the Federal Construction company purchased about 800 acres near Moscow for a dam site on the Cedar River. Officials refused to confirm details, but the Muscatine area sense grows that the long-promised Moscow canal project may be underway, bringing power facilities and potential industrial growth to the region.
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Credentials Committee Seated Taft Delegates at Convention
The credentials committee of the Republican National Convention in Chicago after an all night session settled fourteen of seventy-two contested cases and seated Taft delegates in California and other states. Debate centered on California where Roosevelt delegates refused to appear, and a motion to seat Taft delegates passed 28 to 16 amid sharp exchanges over state majority influence and the unit rule.
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Weather forecast for Illinois and Weathers region
The forecast shows generally fair conditions tonight and Saturday. A warmer night is expected with Illinois seeing fair skies tonight and likely warmer Saturday especially in the southern portion.
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