Taft Nomination Foes Fight Parker Chair On Democratic Convention
Baltimore June 22 William J Bryan plans a contest against naming Alton B Parker of New York as temporary chairman at the Democratic national convention. National committeemen Hall and Tule foresee a tight fight on the Parker choice as Bryan seeks delegates who back him, while some leaders hope for harmony. Senator Martine of New Jersey says the chairmanship matters little beside securing Woodrow Wilson as progressive candidate and a stronger platform.
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yan
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Nebraska
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Aviator Roy Francis soars Nevada altitude record above Reno
Roy Francis piloted a biplane over Reno reaching 4,100 feet above ground and nearly 8,000 feet altitude above sea, setting Nevada's altitude record. He endured cold and wind as crowds cheered below, then landed hard at the Moana Park aviation field, damaging the fence but escaping unharmed. Francis praised the flight and predicted further thrilling demonstrations at the upcoming meet.
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Roosevelt forces plan new party and independent ticket
Chicago June 22 Roosevelt supporters discuss forming a progressive party to run with Roosevelt as vice president and potentially unite with Bryan. Plans include taking over party machinery in states under Roosevelt influence and possible independent ticket ideas. Col Roosevelt may address delegates as organizers seek a quick national setup before adjournment.
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Pittsburg
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Roosevelt Plans and Taft Clash at Convention
Governor Johnson of California outlines a strategy to maintain Roosevelt supporters. He suggests a pro Taft pass could keep the opposition intact, while Roosevelt’s name may not be braced before the convention. Roosevelt focuses on building a new party organization and plans to confront delegates he claims were fraudulently replaced.
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Body Taken To Brooklyn Funeral For Dr Ramos
Dr Frank I Ramos a former English Army surgeon who secured a divorce in this city and died in a Sacramento hospital was laid to rest in a Brooklyn cemetery on Jane St. Mrs Maude Andrews a divorcee and his intended wife, along with her sixteen year old son, transported the body from Sacramento and turned it over to the deceased’s sister Mrs Ramos in New York. Neither Mrs Ramos nor her son attended the funeral.
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Brooklyn
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New York
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Charges fly in credentials committee meeting in Chicago
In Chicago on June 22 the Roosevelt faction accused the credentials committee leaders of public mischief and prewritten reports. Chairman Devine and other Taft allies branded the charges as "wilful" and "gutter work," while McCormick defended his Arizona report and denied advance drafting. The dispute prompted a demand for a majority subcommittee to counter the accusations.
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channes
Arizona
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Lanstrum
Montana
St. Clair
Idaho
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Minnesota
Convention to finish at the Republican nominating convention
Chicago June 22 delegates hoped to complete work tonight with Taft's nomination assured and Roosevelt's name withheld by his leaders. Vice presidential contenders named included Sherman Hadley Kenyon Borah Butler and Wanamaker as debate over new rules looms.
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Idaho
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New York
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Philadelphia
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Chicago
New Road Work Delays Travel From Fernley to Pyramid Lake
Southern Facile contractors press ahead on the Fernley Lassen branch tearing up the route from Fernley to Willows along Peras mild lakes. Crews grade for the new line and travelers to Pyramid Lake report frequent sections blocked with autos stuck and delays as plowed road sections are cleared.
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Five divorce cases heard as Roosevelt era party rumors swirl
Judge Moran presided over five divorce cases yesterday while both judges tackled civil matters. A single attorney handled four cases, and decrees were granted in each. Delegates expressed impatience at delays as speculation swirled about Roosevelt’s possible third party run and a potential August progressive convention involving both parties.
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