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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1908
Page
21
Taft argues the GOP record under Roosevelt and McKinley proves the party’s stability and the need for steady governance. He rebuts Bryan’s anti trust critique, defends his courtroom approach to defining trusts, and urges continued Republican victory with William Howard Taft and James Sherman amid campaign stops in New York.
Taft argues reform must come from individual self-restraint and cautions against overnight fixes, saying Bryan’s remedies are impractical. He outlines Oklahoma’s bank guarantee, stresses justice for honest bankers, and labels Bryan's plans as unreliable. At Canastota and Oneida crowds hear Taft defend prosperity, dismiss anti-Republican insinuations, and rebut Bryan’s wage claims.
James & Sherman campaigned from Utica to Oneonta drawing crowds from Oneida Herkimer and Otsego counties. Sherman rode at the head of the parade in snow urging voters to back Taft and the Republican slate. He praised tariffs and urged re election of Fairchild while noting Governor Hughes was cheered at stops. The party then moved on to New York for a business parade review.
William H. Taft says he does not oppose immigration in general and endorses the current laws as administered under Secretary Straus. He aligns with the Republican stance and supports amendments to tighten efficiency to exclude anarchists and enemies of society. Felix Vorenberg forwarded a rumor of Taft’s alleged anti immigration views, which Taft denies in his reply.
W A Jameson, chairman of the Order of Railway Conductors, disputed Democratic charges about Taft’s injunction. He stated Taft’s bench rulings favored union men, were fair to labor, and that many conductors would vote for Taft and Sherman, even as some railroad orders had to alter their constitutions to meet the law.
Ex mayor Seth Low defended Governor Hughes and criticized Mr. Chanler while praising the Public Service Commission for ordering transfers restored in New York City. He praised the commission’s action as supportive of orderly governance and contrasted it with Chanler's stance within his party.
Telegraph report from Lakewood New Jersey states William H Taft may visit for extended rest after the election possibly lasting until inauguration If elected plans include turning the Country Club building into Tafts offices near the golf links John Hays Hammond resident here said plans are under consideration by the candidate.
Governor Hughes campaigned by auto trolley and special car across Chautauqua Cattaraugus Allegany and Steuben counties urging voters to back his two year record of executive efficiency He spoke at Brocton Westfield Mayville Jamestown and others telling supporters to vote on November 3 and defend his administration He defended veto actions and urged vigorous public discussion amid a strong Republican showing in the region with expectations of Hughes leading Taft in several counties.
Former Democratic Congressman from this city John De Witt Warner declares his intention to vote for Governor Hughes. He argues the fight is against corrupt interests and a discredited Public Service Commission, praising Hughes as having made good.
A vast parade led by Rear Admiral Goghlan as grand marshal will mobilize about 94 000 business leaders. The route runs from Worth Street up Broadway to 42nd Street and north to Fifth Avenue, with reviewing stands for James Schoolcraft Sherman and Elihu Root. Numerous trade groups and clubs are listed with marshals, from dry goods to bankers, lawyers Taft and Sherman clubs, and many specialty trades, all marching in a coordinated display of business strength.
The %h Assembly District led by Michael J. Blake plans a night parade with 252 two horse trucks as its centerpiece plus a six horse truck. Senate candidate W. J. Popper and Assembly candidate David Morton will ride. Three bands travel by auto trucks. Prizes will be awarded by Representative Parsons from the Assembly district club stand. All drivers are union members who vote in the district.
J Delancey Verplanck, from the Dutchess County Democratic scene, backs Charles E Hughes. He advocates the Massachusetts ballot, runs ads praising Hughes, and argues the governor's race should ignore party ties and focus on public utility regulation, popular rule in nominations, and constitutional obedience.
Secretary Luke E. Wright addressed audiences in Forest Park and the city’s northwest. He contrasted Taft and Bryan records, charging Bryan with pushing Jeffersonian ideas that Wright said would daunt a Jeffersonian Democrat.
In an Interlaken excursion, twenty six Lincoln Nebr residents, all Bryan supporters in Lincoln, declare they would vote for Taft for president, surprising a Bryan claim with a Taft loyalty reveal. The anecdote underscores taft support among some Bryan crowds.
Herbert Parsons longtime Republican County Committee president receives strong district endorsement in a circulated letter signed by prominent residents. Signers include Joseph H Choate General Horace Porter Henry W Taft General Stewart L Woodford ex Mayor Seth Low Judge Charles Whitman Jacob H Schiff William R Willcox and FP Tecumseh Sherman.
Augustus Thomas and Senator Daniels of Virginia addressed a Progressive Democratic league event at Cooper Union with Lambs Players and Green Room Club participation. Thomas avoided attacking Tammany Hall, praised relations with it, and urged support for Bryan against the Republican administration and candidates.
Senator Knox Lieutenant Governor Murphy and Congressman Graham head a closing Allegheny County Republican demonstration at Carnegie Hall after a large parade. Knox attacks Gompers and labor demands tied to the Wilson and Pearce bills, defending Taft and labeling Bryan as a threat to tariffs and business.
The Tribune reports from Washington that Tennessee is doubtful in the election. Secretary of War at the White House notes the strong anti Bryan wave and says Taft may not carry the state. He cites chaotic conditions, uncertain margins, and local questions that could swing votes in cities or among business and professional groups.
One hundred German society representatives met at Terrace Garden under the United German Society to hear Theodore Sutro attack Governor Mughes for opposing a bill he backed. Sutro, as chairman, reviewed efforts for the bill proposing a commissions to revise laws on Sabbath observance and other moral subjects.
William Leary, Superintendent of Elections, announced two warrants for arrests in Kings County's 6th Assembly District, including Coney Island Jockey Club buildings. The action follows an investigation into a surge of registrations from the 11th Assembly District and references a prior case involving Patrolman Madigan. Bail was set in several related proceedings as officials pursue irregular registrations.
Colonel Franklin Bartlett writes to Henry F i.er endorsing Charles E Beckett for Surrogate. Though a Democrat he plans to vote for Beckett, praising his ability, character and experience, and argues judicial nominations should be merit based beyond party.
Secretary of Commerce and Labor Oscar S Straus addressed over three thousand people at Witch Street and Park Avenue last night, applauded for likening Bryan's remedies to a patent medicine. He called remedies government ownership of railroads tariff reform and guaranteed bank currency. Samuel S Koenis, Republican for Secretary of State, praised or berated Chanter and urged PSC election by voters rather than appointment by the Governor.
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