Prominent Women Witnessed Convention Proceedings
A survey of key Taft era figures notes Joseph M Dixon as Roosevelt movement leader with Montana roots, Ormsby McHarg as a contest expert, William Murray Crane as Taft voice, Harry S New as convention organizer, William Borah and Kellogg as prominent senators, Francis Heney a sharp reform figure, and William Hayward a noted committee secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph M. Dixon
Dison
North Carolina
Montana
Ile
Ormsby M'Harg
Ormsby McHarg
North Dakota
United States
Commerce and Labor
Taft
Nagel
William Murray Crane
National Committee
Senator Crane
Harry S. New
Harry S New
New
Republicans Hold National Convention at Chicago
Chicago June 19 At 10 a m the Coliseum opened to the public for the Republican national convention amid a pushing crowd 250 police and ushers ensured order and ticket entry. Victor Rosewater opened the session calling for orderly proceeding as debates over seating of delegates began with a Roosevelt supporter proposing William E Borah as temporary chairman and the roll call starting with Alabama Ninth district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Victor Rosewater
Nebraska
Republican National Committee
Rosewater
William Hayward
National Committee
J. F. Callaghan
St. Malachy’s Church
West Side
Fred W. Upham
Elhn Root
New York
Senator Root
Theodore Roosevelt
William E. Borah
Idaho
Wilam Hayward
Alabama
Taft
Roosevelt
Leadership intrigue ahead of national convention
The article notes rising public attention to key personalities as the national convention approaches. It highlights the impact of leadership choices on party prospects and outlines expected strategic considerations shaping delegate selections and public perception.
Taft Wins 235 Delegates to Roosevelt 19 Across Primary
A Republican national committee tally shows Taft securing 235 delegates and Roosevelt 19 from contested elections. Day by day results list delegates by state and district from June 7 to June 15, totaling 235 for Taft and 19 for Roosevelt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Col. Roosevelt
Republican National Committee
Mr. Taft
Roosevelt
Charles Dick in McKinley campaign circles described
Former Ohio Senator Charles Dick appears as a veteran political figure in 1896 campaign chatter. The text notes his role as a confidential agent who helped mobilize delegates for William McKinley, with descriptions of his piercing eyes and gray hair reflecting a calm, imperturbable demeanor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Dick
Ohio
William McKinley
Dainty Strawberry Preserves From Farm and Home
Instructions for making strawberry preserves from Farm and Home favoring large berries and equal parts fruit and sugar. Layer berries with sugar in deep dishes, rest 12 hours, drain juice and boil to jelly, add berries in batches, simmer 15 minutes, fill pint cans or jelly cups, seal with paraffin.
Stuffed Pickled Peppers Recipe Method
Large green peppers are slit and scrubbed, soaked in a strong brine for 24 hours with two brine changes. A filling of cabbage tomatoes onions cucumbers and horse radish is mixed with celery mustard seed curry powder and spices. peppers are filled sewn and covered with hot spiced vinegar.
Steam guidance for ironing delicate fabrics and velvet
The article describes using steam and damp cloths under ironing sheets to keep thin dresses moist for a smoother finish. It also explains reviving crushed velvet by placing a damp cloth on a heated stove and brushing with a whisk broom, noting a removable oven attachment aids the process.
Paint Removal Tip for Housewives
Women working on home touch ups can use common salt with brown soap and hot water to remove paint from fingers after finishing. Enamel paint can stain hands a pale gray blue if not cleaned promptly and may resist turpentine and ammonia. Use salt before the paint dries and use it freely.
Adjusting Sleeves with Linen Tape Inside French Seam
A simple method to alter sleeve length without cutting. Thread a thin linen tape through the French seam inside the sleeve, fasten at the wrist and armhole, then draw up and tie to set desired length. This lets you lengthen or shorten sleeves as needed.
Cleaning White Broadcloth and Brindcloth
Cleaning advice notes white broadcloth soils easily and should be sponged with gasoline on a bright day due to flammability. Another method uses powdered French chalk on white brindcloth left for two to three days before brushing off.
Cleaning Gold Lace Tarnish Techniques
The guide advises using powdered rock ammonia to clean gold lace and trimmings. Apply with a soft cloth or brush and wrap heavily tarnished lace in the powder for several days.
Delicious Potato Balls
Potato balls boiled then sautéed in butter offer a rich dish with a generous sprinkle of minced parsley as a finishing touch. The simple method emphasizes texture and bright herb aroma to enhance the bite.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Frank B. Kellogg
Trust
Mr. Kellogg
Francis Heney
San Francisco
Ainyward
Louisiana
Mrs Orxort
Mrs. Win. Haywaral
Nes
Yetar Poseweate
Mes
Cecil Lyon
Republican Party
Gathe
Texas
Virginia
Washington
District of Columbia
Alaska
Oklahoma
South Carolina
Tennessee
Mississippi
Missouri
Arizona
California
Michigan
Colonel Roosevelt
Kentucky
Indiana
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!