Chicago Republicans Open Convention Amid Tepid Mood
The Republican National Convention in Chicago opened with a subdued tone as delegates showed little enthusiasm despite the expected Roosevelt excitement. Harry New of Indiana presided as the arena filled to capacity in the Coliseum with 12 000 delegates and 10 000 media and visitors.
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Republican Party
Harry New
Indiana
Republican National Committee
Roosevelt Rules Out Third Term Stampede Fear
Washington reports the White House says there is no danger of a stampede over Roosevelt’s third term. The nomination at Chicago is not considered possible and no fit of excitement is expected as party leaders await the convention. President Roosevelt and Taft aides maintain a hands off stance on the vice presidency while awaiting developments.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Chicago
Nite
Burrows Denounces Move to Strip Courts of Power
In a discussion at the convention the chairman interrogated the department of justice work and asserted the Republican party opposes any split that would divest the courts of their constitutional powers of impeachment. The remark drew the widest cheers from the audience.
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Burrows
Republican Party
Old Soldiers Rally in Lima for 1906 Encampment
Local veterans gather in Lima to organize the 1906 encampment for the Grand Army of the Republic. Key figures include John H. Shearer of Alliance and J. D. King, with supporters from Newart and Loralit operating in Lima.
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King
Kiawine
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Loralit
Platform Talks on Taft Administration Platform Drafts
A White House statement describes the Republican platform drafts as tentative and not endorsed by President Taft. It notes that much of the platform was never shown to the president and that various drafts were prepared for members of the mediation committee to gauge views.
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Cannon
Chicago
Washington
Medation Committee
Taft
War Against Foraker Is Ten Be Carried To Final
Chicago reports a heated fight within Ohio Republican circles over Senator Joseph Foraker. Foraker resists compromise while taft supporters fear his comeback. Ohio delegates debate ballot strategy as the Foraker camp pushes to secure his senate seat amid national convention turmoil.
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New Republican Organization
Ohio
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Forsaker
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Jie
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Secretary Taft Declines Comment On Presidency
Wastilngion June 16 Secretary Taft was the first caller at the White House today after a conference with the president. Asked about the presidential situation he said I’ve said all wrong and will do nothing in that line until the presidency is settled. It was suggested the presidency was settled but the remarks remained noncommittal.
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Alabama
Hitchcock
National Committee
Chicago
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New York
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Borah
Idaho
Jumer
Roosevelt
Dolliver
Allies Claim Taft Prep Dominant Nomination Fight
June 16 Chivags report allies boast a strong political edge though dismissed by critics as whipped. Taft camp asserts control via credential committee while allies push Alabama contests and possible continuous sessions. Hughes and Borah deny Roosevelt support. Fairbanks emerges as likely Taft running mate amid pressure.
Roosevelt Platform Promises Broad Progressive Reforms
The tentative platform pledges steadfast adherence to Roosevelt policies, equal opportunity, and public benefits from natural resources. It criticizes a Democratic filibuster, endorses emergency currency and labor laws, calls for tariff revisions, and proposes duties to balance home and foreign production costs. It supports tax and minimum wage plans, a strong national security stance, and reforms to promote federal control over corporations while maintaining Republican ideals.
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Chicago
Theodore Roosevelt
Foraker Captures One More Ohio Delegate
Chicago reports that Foraker supporters claim to shake Taft from Ohio by securing additional delegates. Zane W. Burley of Crooksville announced voting for Foraker despite Taft instructions. Analysts estimate six to ten Ohio votes may shift, with two districts delivering Taft instruction. Continued on Page Two.
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