Bryan to Farmers at Lincoln Fair
William J. Bryan spoke to farmers at Lincoln Fair Grounds in a non political speech and criticized government spending favoring the army and navy over agriculture. He argued taxation and rebates hurt farmers and urged a stronger farmer voice in policy.
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Ridder Endorses Bryan and Predicts Democratic Victory
Herman Ridder of New York told William J. Bryan during a stop in Lincoln that his nationwide survey since the Denver Convention shows strong sentiment for the Democratic ticket. He cites widespread Republican tariff discontent and expects surprises in the fall vote, noting German Americans will back Bryan.
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Test vote in Brooklyn for Hughes renomination
Brooklyn Republicans get a test of Gov. Hughes sentiment on primary day September 8. State Chairman Woodruff ordered a district canvass after reports from borough leaders showing 70 to 90 percent support for Hughes in canvassed districts. A Hughes renomination may prevent a party split and deter Democratic defections.
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New York State
Democrats Optimistic After Eastern Campaign Meeting
Democratic managers for William J. Bryan met at the Hoffman House to review electoral prospects in New York New Jersey Rhode Island Connecticut and Delaware where the East moved from foes to doubtful. James Kerr dismissed a sure win but predicted cut in Republican votes while Texas foe Johnston predicted Bryan by 200000 in the Lone Star State. Norman E. Mack headed to Chicago cheered by eastern reports and hope of New York carry.
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Police strict on primaries under General Order No 58
Acting Police Commissioner Baker issues General Order No 58 to all commanding officers ahead of the primary election next Tuesday. One patrolman per polling place from 6 30 P M to 9 P M, with reserve commands from 1 P M until polls close. Officers must not participate in elections but protect election officials and enforce election laws.
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Bryan League movement collapses in Pennsylvania
The Bryan League, led by National Committeeman James Kerr, collapses. Jerem S. Black announces the Bryanites will back the Democracy with the regular ticket chosen by James Guffey. Guffey’s machine gains influence as Kerr’s funds face doubt and national leaders shift support to Guffey.
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California Democrats Call for Broad Asiatic Exclusion
The Democratic State Convention in Stockton elected James D. Phelan and Eugene Germain as Electors at Large. The platform calls for extending the Geary act to Japanese Koreans and all Asiatics, enforcing existing laws, opposing naturalization of any Asiatic, and pledging candidates to ban race-track gambling and support direct election of U.S. Senators.
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Ex-Gov Black backs Hughes at New York convention
Rensselaer County Republicans meet to elect delegates and alternates to the State Convention with instructions to renominate Gov Hughes. Ex-Gov Frank S Black, from Freedom New Hampshire, says it will be a pleasure to attend and supports Hughes. Collins notes Black supported Hughes since May and may lead the Hughes delegation.
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Hughes Receives Warm Welcome At Lockport Fair
Governor Charles B. Hughes drew about 10 000 listeners at Niagara County Agricultural Society grounds. He traveled from Buffalo with officials including John A. Merritt and Cuthbert W. Pound and addressed a mixed crowd of Democrats after a horse race. He defended his veto of the Two-Cent Railroad Rate bill and warned against rash reforms, then planned to open the Ohio Republican campaign in Youngstown the next day.
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Cannon Bell Race Heats Up in Illinois Eighteenth
In Illinois Eighteenth District Speaker Joseph Cannon faces Democrat Henry Bell a candidate backed by Prohibitionists and labor groups. AFL leader Samuel Gompers plans Labor Day speech in Danville Cannon’s hometown. Bell notes strong party and labor support while Cannon, 60s veteran of 43rd to 60th Congresses, is described as hard to defeat.
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Hitchcock Sees Fairbanks Ahead of Campaign Tour
In Indianapolis on September 4, Frank H. Hitchcock, chairman of the Republican National Committee, met with Vice President Fairbanks at his home before traveling to Detroit and then Middle Bass Island for talks with Taft. They discussed Fairbanks touring the country to extend campaign outreach, possibly with a group of speakers and a special train.
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Taft Busy With Letters On Issued Travels
Taft spends September 4 in Middle Bass Island Ohio drafting letters with Secretary Garfield. He plans two speeches in Sandusky on Tuesday and a political address in the Soldiers Home theatre. The Taft party departs for Cincinnati after visiting Sandusky. Frank Hitchcock to visit as GOP eyes more tours.
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Among the Politicians in a Turbulent Campaign Scene
Charley Swisher visits the sub committee of the Republican National Committee amid doubts after a recent Virginia Springs gambit. Democratic HQ ponders Hughes rumors from a Brooklyn prize fight with bookmakers noting potential inside info. Senator Boies Penrose is praised by flowers from letter carriers while Judge Bartlett comments on Georgia and Texas electoral rumors and Morgan’s quip about new parties.
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Cadwalader Affirms Support for Bryan in 1908 Election
Philadelphia Sept 4 John Cadwalader Jr Democratic Personal Registration Commissioner announces support for Bryan to defeat Taft. Cadwalader Sr and his son had opposed Bryan previously aiding Gray's campaign. He says Democracy requires unity behind Bryan despite Taft’s ties to Roosevelt and centralization, and criticizes Taft as lacking a judicial mind.
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Woodford Urges Hughes Nomination For Republicans
Gen. Stewart L. Woodford, who nominated Gov. Hughes at Chicago, told Republican State Chairman Timothy L. Woodruff that New York would vote Democratic unless Hughes is renominated. He said President Roosevelt supports Hughes’ renomination for Republican success.
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