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Newspaper
The Richmond Palladium And Sun Telegram
Location
Richmond, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1908
Page
4
The Richmond Palladium lauds William Howard Taft as a safe, principled leader. It praises his diplomacy and jurist role, notes Roosevelt's influence, and predicts prosperity and public confidence continuing after the November election.
Taft wins the Republican National Convention nomination and launches a nationwide campaign promising continuation of Roosevelt era reforms. His long public service record includes prosecuting attorney, Cincinnati judge, solicitor general, and pivotal roles in Behring Sea and tariff issues, plus notable actions in the Philippines.
Chicago June 19 Speaker Cannon at Union League club backs the Republican platform. He praises the resolutions on court integrity and injunctions and approves the Sherman anti trust plank. He also aligns with the tariff plank as in harmony with an Illinois district resolution he supported.
A fragmentary ballot record notes Taft holding a majority over total votes with allies, showing 495 as the apparent margin or lead amid an incomplete tally. The text indicates one vote absent and references multiple numbers in a historical ballot context.
The Palladium and Sun-Telegram led Eastern Indiana papers with swift reports from the Republican National Convention. Demas S. Coe filed from Chicago while Richmond editors managed telegraphs locally. Taft's nomination prompted a fast Richmond scoop and strong reader response.
Secretaries Taft inaugural gown to be made from silk produced in Habersham County Georgia. Tallulah Falls sericulture fron owner Louis Magid plans cocoons spun in America and a Washington designer to finish the gown. Meanwhile Memphis police scene ends in deadly pistol duel. W A Wylie conductor wounded, special officer John Lloyd killed, another officer and bystander injured.
A Chicago Record-Herald recounts how cheering and clamor defined conventions from 1840 with Harrison’s log cabin campaign to Lincoln’s nomination in 1860. Processions, coonskin caps, glee clubs, and deafening shouts filled mass gatherings as party leaders and supporters staged dramatic, noise filled events.
A revived remedy, Root Juice, is reported to cure many across the state, with local testimonials from Greensburg Indiana. Mrs. Boyle's stomach trouble improved after use, appetite returned, and she gained strength. The product, sold for one dollar a bottle, allegedly meets strong demand as sellers push brisk distribution through A. G. Luken & Co. and similar outlets.
Congressmen Williams of Mississippi resigns the minority leadership effective December 7 next. H D Clayton, Democratic caucus chairman, announces the move citing desire to give the party time to select a successor and ensure the speaker has experience for the short next session.
A historical account describes Lallemand and Lafitte leading a 1800s open rescue scheme for Napoleon. French exiles in Philadelphia, a Field of Asylum near Tombigbee, and a swift Charleston-built ship poised to sail, were tied to a plan to seize the emperor before his death ended the plot.
Fragmentary text appears to discuss a home remedy or instruction related to children and an odd phrase about peeing and angel food. No clear person, place, organization, date, or event is identifiable.
President Roosevelt announced upon Taft's nomination that the country should be congratulated. He praised Taft as fearless, disinterested, upright, and uniquely suited to be president, highlighting his broad sympathy with all citizens and opposition to privilege.
Chicago dispatch notes Hoosiers and visitors leaving after convention day peaks. William J Bryan at Lincoln receives word of the Republican renomination mood and seeks details on La Follette. Daudet’s death musings and sleep struggles are also recounted in brief notes.
Through vestibuled trains between Chicago and Cincinnati over our rails with double daily service and through sleepers on Nos 7 and 8. Local sleeper service runs between Muncie Marion Peru and Chicago with connections via trains 5 and 6 to 3 and 4. For connections and details contact A Blair P T Richmond Inn.
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