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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1908
Page
4
Yesterday's election pleased Taft and his family who are described as highly gratified by the results. The piece traces William Howard Taft's rise from Cincinnati beginnings to Yale and legal training, noting his early schooling, government service, and affinity for newspaper people.
The article traces William Howard Taft's career from early law practice in Cincinnati to roles as prosecuting attorney judge and solicitor general. It highlights his tenure as U S circuit judge, honorary Yale degree, and appointment as Civil Governor of the Philippine Islands, noting his connections with Roosevelt.
Pope Leo XIII backs the purchase of agricultural lands held by religious orders in the Philippines. A Ro June July 1901 conference of Cardinals achieved a general basis of agreement and impressed Rome with Taft’s fairness. By December 1908 Taft left the Philippine service to become Secretary of War, his first task in Panama.
The article outlines Charles Taft’s extensive overseas service and government duties from 1905 to 1907 including inspections in the Philippines, peacemaker roles in Cuba, provisional governor duties, and visits to Panama Porto Rico and the Philippines to aid American interests. It argues his experience equips him well for the presidency and lauds his character and training.
The text portrays Chairman Hitchcock as greatly pleased with the election results and his own role. It notes criticism from veteran leaders and widespread forebodings that proved unfounded as Hitchcock enjoys success and strong authority in the campaign.
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