Hughes the reformer and popular fighter of the bosses
Charles Evans Hughes, long a noted public servant, is portrayed as a reforming figure who challenged political bosses in New York. The piece recounts his insurance investigations, battles over public service regulation, anti gambling efforts, and his rise to the U S Supreme Court, highlighting his human and practical nature alongside his formidable intellect.
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Whitman Victory for State Control in New York
Political battle over the Republican Party leadership in New York centers on Governor Whitman’s push for Justice Hughes as the 1916 nominee. Barnes faction plans to field an old-line candidate if Hughes fails, while Whitman consolidates power with Tanner and party chiefs to secure renomination and reform agendas.
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Republican support for Justice Hughes nomination in House
In Washington Republicans express strong approval of Justice Hughes as presidential nominee. Leaders like James R. Mann praise his calm poise and American liberty stance, while senators and representatives from multiple states weigh in with mixed but largely favorable views on the possible nomination and its impact on party unity.
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Kingston Hears Birth of President Hope In Justice Hughes Nomination
Kingston residents see in Justice Hughes's nomination the fulfillment of a mother's prediction that "some day my boy will be President." His father the late Rev. Pr. D. C. Hughes also lived here during part of his governorship. New York voters and local press have urged his nomination for months.
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Honored in Birthplace Glens Falls Honors Hughes Nomination
Several thousand people in Glens Falls joined a torchlight parade through the business district to celebrate Justice Hughes, born there. The event, with bands and continuous whistle blasts, had informal Chamber of Commerce support and featured organizers Daniel F. Imrie, A Eugene Mason, Charles V. Peters, and Walter K. Sumner.
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Hughes Views on Bench Highlight Court Milestones
Washington report notes Justice Hughes shaped the Supreme Court with opinions on Minnesota cases and other states. It cites rulings on peonage Alabama law pure food law Oklahoma Jim Crow interstate commerce Arizona alien labor and dissents on Kansas union activity and Leo Frank Mary Phagan case.
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Murdock New Moose Chief Elected at Progressive Meet
National Committee after adjournment of the convention met at the Auditorium Hotel to form a new organization. Victor Murdock was named chairman with Matthew Hale of Massachusetts as secretary and E H Hooker of New York as treasurer. The executive committee includes Perkins, Flinn, Ickes, Hale, White, Wight, Rowell, Colby, and Pope. The group scheduled the next PAC meeting for Monday in Chicago.
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Opposition to Hitchcock as Hughes Campaign Manager Emerges
At the Republican National Committee meeting in Chicago on June 10 a drive to block Frank H Hitchcock from the chairmanship surfaced as a subcommittee was formed to consult Justice Hughes on campaign leadership. The panel, likely unfriendly to Hitchcock, includes Smoot Penrose Williams Hemenway Martin Adams Warren, with Herbert Parsons as another potential chairman candidate. Governor Whitman left Chicago for Springfield with Col. Hayward after the convention duties.
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Parsons Succeeds Barnes as National Committee Man
In Chicago on June 10 Justice Hughes was nominated for the Presidency by the Republican Can delegation. Herbert Parsons was elected as the new National Committee man, replacing William Barnes who withdrew. Charles D. Hilles also drew a name. Barnes said he would have served if delegates had desired.
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Root Indorses Hughes After Republican Nomination
Elihu Root praised the Hughes nomination saying the rank and file of the Republican Party chose him as the best man. Root called Hughes able, experienced, courageous, and American to the core and predicted he would be elected and run a competent government.
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Sherman Calls For Victory In Republican Victory Bid
Senator Lawrence Y Sherman urged a November victory for the Republican Party in a Springfield statement. He thanked Illinois Republicans and delegates who backed Hughes and urged the party to unite for a sweeping win to end Democratic misrule and restore a people's government.
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Hitchcock Triumphs as Hughes Forces Seize Ballot Momentum
The convention voir dire shows Hughes leading with 72 votes to 61 for Hughes on the morning ballot as Indiana and Ohio shifts, Sherman withdraws, La Follette delegates lean Hughes, and Hitchcock consolidates support for Justice Hughes while planning to control the Republican National Committee.
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Hughes Receives Nomination News At Luncheon
Justice Hughes, amid a storm of telegrams and visitors at his Washington home, confirmed his resignation from the Bench and acceptance of a nomination. Notables including ex President Taft and ex Senator Edmunds sent congratulatory messages as Brandeis and other officials visited.
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