Taft serenaded by University Club crowd at home
Secretary Taft, while guests and thousands gathered, accepted a grand serenade at his Washington home organized by the University Club. Speakers praised his leadership and hinted at a presidential path, with Taft modestly deflecting the political tone and recalling his early days in the capital.
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Summit House Burned On Mount Washington Peak
Gorham New Hampshire June 18 The Summit House summer resort at the top of Mount Washington and a large nearby stable were burned tonight. The blaze at over six thousand feet elevation created a brilliant display visible for miles. Owned by the Boston and Maine Railway Company and leased by Barron and Morrow, the buildings were valued around 25000 dollars. Loss to business during the coming season was estimated but the lessees put total damage near 5000?
Foraker backs Taft as Republican nominee support
Washington reports Senator Foraker endorses Secretary Taft after Taft’s nomination, stating the choice shifts from personal rivals to party unity and pledging to help elect him. He emphasizes Republicans should unite against a common foe. Great Bear Spring Water advertisement follows.
President Taft Nominated Praised by Roosevelt
President Roosevelt praised Secretary Taft upon his nomination for the Presidency. He called Taft fearless, upright, and broadly attuned to the needs of farmers, wage workers, business people, and property owners, while condemning privilege and demagogy and stressing American citizenship principles.
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Roosevelt and Taft Agree to Sherman Nomination
Chicago June 18 Roosevelt and Secretary Taft have agreed to support Congressman Sherman unless a superior candidate is found by morning. The understanding is that Sherman’s nomination is practically assured and aligned with the president.
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NO COMMENT BRYAN REACTS TO CONVENTION RESULTS
Lincoln Nebraska June 18 William J Bryan received news of the Republican National Convention action at his Fairview home and showed interest in the vote for other candidates especially Senator La Follette. He said he had no comment now but would likely prepare a statement on the platform tomorrow. Festival holiday tomorrow Str Hendrick Hudson up Str New York down. Music. Advt.
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Taft Wins on First Ballot for Republican Nomination
Secretary of War William Howard Taft won the Republican presidential nomination at Chicago on the first ballot with 702 of 980 votes, a unanimous endorsement as the convention adjourned. Knox Hughes Cannon Fairbanks La Follette Foraker plus three Roosevelt votes were also noted. no vice presidential nominee chosen. Taft’s office at the War Department learned of the nomination as the convention adjourned after adopting the platform with minor anti injunction changes.
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Taft Is Unanimous Republican Nominee At Chicago Convention
Taft of Ohio wins the Republican presidential nomination on the first ballot at Chicago. The roll call and orchestration by Senator Lodge highlight a packed hall, with Roosevelts supporters deterred by active leadership. Ohio and New York delegations lead cheers as banners flash and Miss Louise Taft and Mrs Longworth share the spotlight.
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