Taft serenaded by University Club at home in Washington
Secretary Taft received a large crowd at his home as the University Club staged a secretive, glowingly lit serenade with fireworks and a band. Club leaders recalled his early nomination, while Taft thanked neighbors and noted his long ties to Washington and the club.
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Summit House Burned On Mount Washington Peak
The Summit House resort atop Mount Washington in Gorham New Hampshire was destroyed by fire along with a nearby stable. Owned by Boston and Maine Railway Company and leased by Barron and Morrow, the structures were valued around 25000 dollars with losses to business totaling about 100000 dollars for the season.
Foraker backs Taft as Republican nominee effort begins
Senator Foraker said after Taft's nomination that the party now unites behind Taft, resigning internal feuds to focus on defeating the common enemy. He pledged to help elect Taft as president and urged Republicans to unite. Great Bear Springs Water ad copy follows.
President Roosevelt Hails Taft Nomination For Presidency
President Roosevelt praised Secre tary Taft upon his nomination for the Presidency. He called Taft fearless, disinterested, upright, and most fit to lead. Roosevelt said Taft embodies plain people’s interests and the broad principles of American citizenship.
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Roosevelt and Taft Agree to Accept Sherman Nomination
Chicago June 18 President Roosevelt and Secretary Taft have agreed to accept Congressman Sherman unless a stronger candidate appears by morning. The development is believed to assure Mr Sherman’s nomination.
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Bryan I n Lincoln reacts to GOP convention vote
Lincoln Neb June 18 William J Bryan learned of the Republican National Convention action at his Fairview home and showed interest in votes for other candidates especially Senator La Follette. He said he had no comment yet but would prepare a statement on the party platform tomorrow. Festival holiday notes follow.
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Taft Wins on First Ballot for President Nomination
Secretary of War William Howard Taft won the Republican nomination on the first ballot at Chicago, receiving 702 of 980 votes with one delegate absent. The roll named Knox Hughes Cannon Fairbanks La Follette Foraker, Roosevelt, and others, as nominations and votes were recorded, with Taft’s nomination made unanimous and the convention adjourning after a late afternoon session.
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Taft Nominated by Republican Party at Chicago Convention
The Republican National Convention in Chicago chose William Howard Taft of Ohio as its presidential nominee on June 18. Taft won 702 of 978 votes on the first ballot, with a unanimous push to make the nomination official led by General Woodford and the New York delegation. The day featured sweeping demonstrations by Taft supporters including banners, flowers, and cheers, while opposition efforts from Roosevelt adherents failed to derail the result.
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