Taft Wins Liking of Workingmen in Ohio Tour
Taft drew close to four thousand iron founders and shipyard workers at Newburg near Cleveland, overcoming rough reception with forceful arguing. He defended Debs against violence and outlined his labor stance, citing Panama Canal labor relations and endorsements from unions, while a rail siding accident slightly delayed his train but left him unharmed.
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Taft Arrangements in Virginia Prepared
Alwah H. Martin Republican national committeeman returned from Richmond where he finalized Taft speech plans for Saturday night. He and Congressman Bascom Slemp will meet Taft’s train at Danville and escort it to Richmond. Martin travels to New York to arrange further Virginia engagements and invite Secretary Wright to speak in Norfolk.
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Fairbanks Addresses Trenton Audience on Tariff Policy
Vice-President Fairbanks spoke to about three thousand in Taylor Opera House praising a protective tariff and criticizing free trade. He noted a Republican House as essential, blamed overspeculation for the recent financial panic, and credited the Pingley tariff with good times while faulting Democratic promises tied to the Wilson tariff bill. References to Senator Frank Briggs and Governor Fort accompanied the visit with Princeton calls and support for Ira A. Wood.
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Democrats Aid Taft Campaign Literature Mix
In Chicago on October 13 two Democrat era vans delivered Republican campaign literature to the Democratic national headquarters. The materials, printed in Bohemian Lithuanian and Slavish, were intended for Republican use and were largely mailed to voters before discovery.
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Parker assails Roosevelt over publicity of campaign gifts
Alton B. Parker spoke to Democrats in Springfield Ohio, focusing on tariff policy and campaign contribution publicity. He attacked Roosevelt for mocking Bryan in the Haskell episode and accused the Republican party of colluding with wealthy interests tied to tariff laws, claiming no real move to sever corporate ties.
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No office for Tafts brother in Watertown caucus
Horace D. Taft principal of Taft School and brother of William H. Taft Republican presidential candidate declined to seek the Republican nomination for a State Legislature seat at the Watertown caucus. He said he would work for Watertown’s best interests but could not consider running.
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Registration figures favor Republicans in city precincts
An analysis of city registration shows overall declines from the last Presidential year, with Manhattan and the Bronx under 19 000 votes below that year yet interpreted as favorable to Republicans due to the new identification law. Bronx districts largely favor Republican gains despite Democratic control in most areas.
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Population Totals by Boroughs 1904 1907
A garbled table lists counts for Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Richmond across years 1904 to 1907 with figures such as 290,691 and 522,020 and several unclear numbers. The readable items show boroughs and year ranges rather than a complete narrative.
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Brooklyn Registration War Looms In Kings County
The article reports bipartisan claims of large majorities for both parties in Kings County. Republican chairman Jacob Brenner says Brooklyn will swing to the GOP, while McCarren counters that Brenner is overestimating. It notes shifts in registration since 1905.
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Bryan in Nebraska States Democratic Plan Across Farms
William J. Bryan completed the first of a three day Nebraska tour delivering twenty one speeches aimed at countering Taft and Hughes. He praised Roosevelt reform efforts and attacked Republicans for farm woes while addressing farmers in Wahoo Fairmount and North Bend with twenty three talks planned.
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Bryan to Make Nine Speeches in New York City
Chairman Mack announced Mr. Bryan would speak nine times in New York City on October 26 during his visit. He will deliver four daytime talks and five evening speeches, with four Chicago appearances on October 19.
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Democrats report campaign fund of eight thousand dollars
Chicago Oct 13 the Democratic Congressional Committee plans to reveal a campaign fund near 8000 dollars the smallest amount ever. Officials say only sums above 100 dollars will be disclosed to prevent charges of concealing sources.
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Ex-Senator Elsberg and Hedges Speak at Camp Hughes
Ex-Senator Nathaniel A. Elsberg and Job E Hedges spoke at Camp Hughes in the Bronx last night. Hedges criticized William Jennings Bryan while praising Roosevelt Hughes and Elsberg praised Governor Hughes for clean government and racetrack repeal and urged an active District Attorney.
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PLAN CAMPAIGN S BIGGEST RALLY AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN
President Parsons led campaign efforts for a mass Republican rally planned for Wednesday October 28 at Madison Square Garden. Benjamin E Hall chairs the committee and will be aided by the Republican County Committee executive board. Taft and Hughes will keynote with Alden Smith and Knight also slated to speak. A large parade will span every Assembly district with universities invited to join. Committee appointments for decorations boxes music printing ushers police and speaker reception will be set soon.
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Mr Treat to Stump for Taft in Chicago
Chicago October 13 Charles H Treat meets with Republican leaders at headquarters to plan a campaign stop in support of Taft. Details of the conference and anticipated events outline the political push in the city.
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Mack Sees Republican Bugaboo in Letter
In a letter Mr. Mack vows to supply names of those creating negative impressions about Bryan's election. He says he will publish the names and methods to inform the business world. The national chairman asks state chairmen for the names of any person or corporation using such methods.
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