17 Jun 1912
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1912
Page
1
The article notes a chaotic day in Chicago with many seethers and boilers in hotels and rooms. Net result is bubbles and steam but no tangible outcomes, as observers remain uncertain about what lies ahead.
A fragment discusses a Brooklyn politician said to control Taft delegates and a looming scramble among Roosevelt, La Follette, and Hughes or Borah. It mocks pretenders and notes a hot morning giving way to a Lake breeze that cools heated political chatter.
Fifteen alleged pickpockets were rounded up at the central police station today after being arrested on street cars and in public places by detectives hunting convention crooks. two admit New York origin and another Texas, all considered well known and to be kept jailed until the convention adjourns.
The Chicago reception for Colonel Roosevelt turned into a strenuous ordeal as he faced a crush of delegates and alternates. He pleaded for relief, dodged through guards, and demanded to be let through the throng. California delegates and Illinois officials sparked tense exchanges during the long event.
Delegates from Nebraska and other states began pouring into Chicago near noon as music and marching bands welcomed arriving factions. Roosevelt supporters organized at the Coliseum while Missouri and Ohio lines aligned with leadership choices, and Georgia and Maryland contingents moved to solidify rosters for the convention.
Missouri Governor Hadley unveils a plan to reduce southern state representation by basing seats on actual votes cast rather than population. He hopes to present the proposal at the Republican national convention if other leaders approve. The scheme would affect New York and Louisiana similarly, aligning party influence with Republican voter turnout.
The article notes the arrival of mate delegations and the Wisconsin delegation with Taft leaders on guard. It outlines a planned racecreit attack context and references the Copyright Letter as part of the convention index.
A garbled notice describes a convention program scheduled for tomorrow at the Coliseum with a bell, a concert, and official calls to order. It names Victer Beerweter, Rev. James F. Cafiahen, and the Chicago convention committee, plus temporary officers and a gavel presented by Keneweter.
Baltimore reporters describe national committee headquarters preparing for the Democratic convention and possible early boosters for May or Gaynor of New York and Foss of Massachusetts. Chicago convention timing and factional talks color the scene as Clark supporters organize.
The Weather Bureau issued a supplement predicting generally cool weather for three to four days in Chicago amid a developing cool air mass. Forecasters warned of storm risks in Michigan Avenue and the Auditorium area with low pressure and possible violent storms.
Special to The Northwestern reports bands play ing flags fly ing and politicians gab bing as crowds fill hotels ahead of the convention. The writer predicts Roosevelt will win and notes the tense atmosphere and strong movement regardless of legal issues.
A morning crash near Union Station injured several convention delegates from Georgia and other visitors when a passenger train collided with a freight train. Henry Lincoln Jackson of Albuita, Iowa, listed as a deed recorder in Washington, D. C., was among the injured. Georgia delegates caucus postponed to allow recovery.
Chicago June 17 Henry W Taft brother of the president hinted at a likely nomination on the first ballot if pressure from someone does not yield a change. Taft expressed no worry about prospects for the Taft family and remained confident in the situation.
Senate met at noon and adjourned, House joined session to discuss private calendar bills. President Taft veto message read, referred to committee. Local notes mention weather and events with unclear details.
Taft supporters stand ready as rival plans for a new temporary roll call surface. Roosevelt and recognizing leaders push back, while Senator Penrose and supporters meet to discuss contest provisions and party rules.
The Taft camp eyes Rosewater to chair the convention while Roosevelt loyalists push ahead. Marlin Olmsted of Pennsylvania vows support to Rosewater, aiding parliamentary coordination as delegates from Illinois New Jersey Oklahoma and Massachusetts meet Colonel Roosevelt at his hotel.
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