Sherman Nominated for Vice President at Taft Convention
At Convention Hall on June 19 James S. Sherman of New York was nominated for vice president on the first ballot. The vote showed Sherman 78 with other candidates splitting the rest as Delaware, Colorado, Idaho and Ohio supported various contenders. The day featured rapid speeches, cheers, and a Sherman display as New York delegation led the push amid a Conventions history moment. Washington telegrams praised Secretary Taft with Robert La Follette sending a confirming note from Madison.
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Taft convention notes shift in vice presidential choices
Chicago June 19 delegates at the Republican national convention weigh a second ticket choice as New York backs James S Sherman. Governors Cummins Dolliver Beveridge and others are discussed while Taft’s preference for a midwestern pick is noted. Hammond Guild Sheldon Murphy Knight remain in contention as the Sherman momentum grows.
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Convention in Session at Hall as Delegates Arrive
Convention Hall fills slowly on June 19 as delegates weary from yesterday enter the heat. Chairman Lodge calls the meeting to order at 10 18. Rumor spreads that James B Sherman of New York is the vice presidential nominee as the grapevine telegraph carries the agreement.
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Nominating Ballot Totals by State and Candidate Totals
Yesterday's roll call shows Taft with broad regional wins and a final total of 980 votes cast, majority 401. The sheet lists district tallies by state and candidate pairings including Cannon Hilles Foraker and La Follette across multiple jurisdictions.
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Taft Resigns Cabinet Post as Date Nears
Washington dispatch reports Secretary Taft will resign as cabinet member with the resignation to take effect June 30. Luke E. Wright of Tennessee is selected to succeed Taft as secretary.
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Occident Meets the Orient in Japanese Banquet
Rev Dr Johnson, former Japan missionary now at San Francisco, addressed Pocatello's Japanese residents at a church gathering. The event featured Japanese American decorations, speeches in Japanese and English, and a banquet for about eighty attendees including notable locals and visiting dignitaries.
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Short Line Handles N P Freight Trains Through Pocatello
Ten Northern Pacific freight trains moved via Short Line crews and motive power through Pocatello yesterday. Trains were rerouted from Butte on Montana division to Idaho division for coast service due to Montana line damage. Freight delays persist with a washout near Dilton affecting North End traffic.
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Roosevelt Heads to Oyster Bay for Summer Vacation
President Roosevelt, departing Washington on the eve of a summer break, says he has enjoyed every minute of his stay and thanks the American people for the opportunity to serve. He adds not to waste sympathy, keeping his characteristic upbeat manner.
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Trains Delayed As Montana Division Maintains Track
No. 8 passed the scene before trouble began while No. 7 and No. 9 northbound were delayed. No. 10 southbound faced a delay today until 2:45. Superintendent Jones remains on site to keep the track clear.
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Council Takes No Action on Franchise Ordinance
The Citizens' party council introduced ordinance 183 granting J A Murray a water franchise with ten year terms and $150000 for extensions but took no action or committee reference. The meeting discussed hydrant needs, pole removals on Center street, private sewer permission, sidewalk work, a street sprinkler contract, and a 50 cent monthly phone tax proposal for Bell Telephone with vetoes and objections.
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