Convention's Final Session Chooses Ideal Candidate
At the Republican State Convention in Sept 15 Livingston County delegates named a candidate for governor amid marching bands and cheering crowds. Speaker Wadsworth urged unity and representation for all districts, emphasizing party principles over individual gain. The Democratic press had worked to sway the choice as delegates debated the ideal candidate.
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Convention in New York Name Wadsworth for Governor
The New York Republican convention opens with Elihu Root as permanent chair and a chorus of cheers. Delegates push Speaker James Wadsworth Jr. for governor, while Barnes attacks Governor Hughes and the gallery roars with mixed support.
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New York Republicans Endorse Taft Hughes Platform
The Republican State Convention adopts a platform praising Taft and Sherman, supporting Governor Hughes for re election and urging protections for labor, an eight hour public service day, canal and river improvements, and broader economic reforms. It condemns Democratic incumbents and calls for fair primaries, unified support for Republican candidates, and continued Roosevelt era policies. W A Prendergast announces William Berry withdrawal.
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