Nomination fight shapes Hughes bid at 1916 convention
A detailed account of the Republican convention dynamics pits Hughes against Wilson, with Roosevelt steering progressives toward Hughes while aiming to curb Cummins. It notes first ballots, political bosses in key states, and the shift of support as centrists rally to a unified ticket.
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Iowa
Hughes
New York
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Ohio
Indiana
Ilinois
Roosevelt
Root
Cummins
Burton
Fairbanks
Nebraska
Minnesota
South Dakota
Montana
Wilson
Republican’ Party
Middle West
Dolliver
Hye Towa
Towa
New Jersey
Progressive Party
Supreme Court
Thay
Spain plans subsidized steamship line to speed Atlantic travel
The Spanish government considers subsidizing a steamship line to connect New York directly with Europe in six days. Officials say the route from Vigo will link fast trains to Madrid, Paris, and other European centers, making the line the continent’s main artery between America and Europe.
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New York
Yio
Spain
America
Liverpool
Southampton
Vigo
Madrid
Paris
Bulgaria shifts calendar thirteen days to assert independence
The country moves to adopt the Gregorian calendar ahead of Western neighbors, dropping the Julian system to show independence from Russian influence and align with Western Europe.
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Bulgaria
Europe
Choose One Roosevelt and Hughes excerpts parallel
The New York Tribune published Roosevelt and Hughes excerpts in parallel under the caption Choose One, highlighting competing positions. The convention then acted in line with the chosen approach, shaping party leadership and policy direction.
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New York Tribune
Roosevelt
Hughes
Convention
Washington to Sip Buttermilk Radish Cocktail Next Year
Indications rise that a celebrated cocktail using buttermilk and a white radish in place of a red cherry will trend in Washington next year. The item reflects a novel, period spirited beverage idea gaining social buzz among hosts and bartenders.
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