Republican Convention Opens in Chicago Amid Pageantry and GOP Unity
The Republican National Convention convened in the Coliseum Chicago with banners, portraits, and a festive stage as delegates and alternates arrive. Temporary Chairman Elihu Root receives applause, while Senator Fairbanks and President Roosevelt receive cheers. Hanna and McKinley are honored in a tribute. The session appoints committees and seats delegates, closing with an adjournment until tomorrow.
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Roosevelt Solidifies Lead at GOP Convention Opening
On opening day delegates flood in as Roosevelt gains ground against the party machine. Cortelyou’s candidacy for national chair gains backing among Roosevelt supporters while old guards falter and subdivision shifts heighten expectations of leadership changes. Cortelyou remains in New York for Slocum disaster inquiry, arrival awaited Wednesday.
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Fairbanks Dominates Vice Presidential Prospect
Fairbanks appears certain to secure the vice presidential nomination as Pennsylvania lines up, leaving other contenders with little support. Cannon’s forceful advocacy and President Roosevelt’s quiet stance via Cornelius Bies align against an active fight. The convention is expected to show unity with possible complimentary votes for others.
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Why Harriman Wants to Get Into Seattle
Railroad men say E. H. Harriman plans to gain Seattle harbor grounds and tide land advantages to support a Portland to Puget Sound line. He seeks coastal terminals as better harbor facilities are needed for his ocean liner expansion. Union Pacific aims to secure a northwest entry by advancing rights from the Columbia River and buying tide lands in Seattle.
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Refusal to Allow Withdrawal of Names
A formal stance is reported where parties refuse to permit the withdrawal of their names. The action involves a dispute over name inclusion and eligibility, with authorities noting the implications for records or ballots. The outcome confirms continued annotation of the names as requested by the interested parties.
Western delegates clash over platform issues at Chicago meeting
Platform talks in Chicago amid tariff plank doubts and renewed Western pressure on anti polygamy, statehood questions. Utah Idaho Colorado Wyoming delegates unite against polygamy, while statehood advocates press committee on resolutions for Oklahoma Arizona New Mexico inclusion.
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Child Reported Missing in Spokane Home Search
Harold Sawdey five year old son of F T Sawdey a Spokane cigar dealer disappeared from his home Sunday evening authorities searched the city yesterday afternoon the missing child was not located by late yesterday
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Missing Spokane boy found hungry in Queen Anne Pharmacy
A boy from Spokane arrived in Seattle exhausted and hungry at Queen Anne Pharmacy. He identified himself to police, revealing his Spokane origin, and was taken to police headquarters by Humane Officer Clark. His father planned to retrieve him in Seattle.
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Hospital Benefit at Grand Opera House Next Sunday
A musical and literary entertainment is planned for the Wayside Mission hospital fund. It will be held at the Grand Opera House next Sunday at 2 30 o clock with J B Metkie presiding and Marion B Baxter delivering an address. No admission is charged. a collection will be taken.
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Leading Figures in the Limelight at the Big G O P Blowout
A major Republican gathering in Chicago highlights top leaders amid intraparty tensions. Key figures face scrutiny over strategy and fundraising as the event unfolds, signaling possible shifts in party dynamics and upcoming primary battles.
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