Roosevelt Backs Nomination In Definite Reply
A brief but firm letter from Theodore Roosevelt dated February 24 1912 states he will accept the Republican nomination for president if tendered and will adhere to the decision until the convention expresses its preference He emphasizes the people should have a direct primary to voice their choice Roosevelt's reply arrives as governors in Chicago previously urged his nomination urging he act for the public good and not personal interests.
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New York
Col. Roosevelt
Boston
Heodore Roosevelt
W. H. Gligacock
West Virginia
Charleston
W. Va
Chester H. Aldrich
Nebraska
Both
Robert Bass
New Hampshire
Concord
Chicago
Col
Roosevelt
Republican Party
United States
Teddy
Count Uy
Roosevelt in the Ring For Presidential Question
Early efforts by Roosevelt’s allies to secure an earlier declaration on the presidential question failed. A laconic remark hinted he would answer Monday and, after a promised Sunday night release, newspapermen gathered at Col. Roosevelt’s offices. Frank M. Harper released the governors’ letter without additional comment.
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W. Be, Glasscock
Chester H. Aldrich
Robert P. Bass
Joseph M. Carrey
Charles H. Osborne
W. R. Stubbs
Herbert S. Hadley
Theodore Roosevelt
New York City
Col. Roosevelt
Cleveland
Frank M. Harper
Boston
Roosevelt forces win Muskogee county GOP convention
In Muskogee Oklahoma February 24 the Roosevelt faction gained control of the Republican county convention by an 88 to 47 vote. Judge W G Robertson was named temporary chairman and the Roosevelt line dominated proceedings. Ninety delegates were pledged to back Roosevelt for president and Priestly for national committeeman at Tulsa on March 14.
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Muskogee
Okla
Roosevelt
W. G. Robertson
Taft
Tulsa
Theodore Roosevelt
George ©. Priestley
Whittam HM
Jim Harris
Priestly
Territorial
Frank Frantz
Harris
Roosevelt opposition to third party unlikely
Washington dispatch from Roosevelt headquarters quotes Medill McCormick denying any plan for a separate independent party if Roosevelt is not the Republican nominee. It notes fears of a packed Chicago convention and says Roosevelt does not favor forming an independent party to field his name. Also includes a rental notice for a modern four room cottage with fixtures.
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Washington, Fel
Roosevelt
Medill McCormick
Col. Roosevelt
Chicago
Arkangas Storm Kills Eight Across Southwest
Severe cyclonic storms struck the southwest Sunday night causing damage and deaths in Arkansas with eight killed. Dallas reported a record 75 mph wind lasting about an hour, cutting telegraph lines and hindering communication. Earlier storms hit Texas Panhandle western Oklahoma and eastern New Mexico with livestock losses feared. A tornado near Sweden Swan Lake left eight dead and many injured. relief trains were dispatched from Pine Bluff. Amarillo reported over twelve inches of precipitation and 95 mph winds fueling ongoing livestock losses.
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Oklahoma City
Dallas
Tex
Arkansas
Texas Panhandle
Oklahoma
New Mexico
Pine Bluff
Ark
Sweden
Swan Lake
Arkansas River
Amarillo
Southwest
Anonymous anti Wilson literature floods Washington politics
Washington reports a nationwide surge of anonymous political literature attacking Governor Woodrow Wilson and favoring another Democratic candidate. The material, including facsimile copies of the Joline letter and an eight page George Fred Williams pamphlet, is circulating with no clear source, costing thousands in effort.
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Washington
Woodrow Wilson
Congress
Joline
Thomas F. Ryan
Wilson
House
William J. Bryan
George Fred Williams
Announcements of Craig County political candidates 1912
The Chieftain lists numerous candidates for Craig County Oklahoma offices. Names include E N Willian son for Register of Deeds, H B Ridenhour for Sheriff, Robi L Chamberlin for Sheriff, E J McBride for County Clerk, L P Smart for Sheriff, R F Nix reelection bid for County Clerk, Geo H Ogden for County Treasurer and County Judge, S F Parks reelection platform, R L Jackson for Sheriff, Samuel Chatterton for County Commissioner Third District, George W Taylor for County Commissioner Second District, James F McCullough for Superintendent of Schools, Claud Shelton for County Assessor, W Houk for County Assessor, Virgil A Kinnison for County Assessor, W C Woodall for County Commissioner Third District, and Chas Teenor for County Commissioner. Primary set for August 1912.
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E. N. Willianson
Office of Register of Deeds
Craig County
Oklahoma
BR. N. Williamson
H. B. Ridenhour
H. B., Ridenhour
L. P. Smart
R. F. Nix
Ges. H. Ogden
Geo. H. Ogden
F. Parks
Third Commissioners
Samuel Chatterton
Big Cabin
Oklo
George W. Taylor
James F. McCullough
Virgil A. Kinnison
W. C. Woodall
Charles Teenor
Okla
Chas. Teenor
Gentle Jabs on Speech and Style in Quick Clips
A witty collection of quips on communication and appearance. It compares blunt talk with polished dress, noting that judgment should consider character over clothes and urging steady friendships without flattery.
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Joseph M. Carey
Wyoming
Cheyanne
Wyo
Charles 8. Osborn
Michigan
Lancing
Mich
Kansas
Topeka
Kans
Herbert S. Hadles
Missouri
Jefferson City
Teddy Roosevelt II
National Roosevelt Headquarters
Chief
Tain
Arkangas
Clyclones
Spotse
Panhandle
New Jersey
Joiinee
Ryans
Robi. L. Chamberlin
E. J. McBride
R. L. Jackson
Claud
Shelton
W. Houk
F. M. Gwinnup @ Son Halsell Building
Vinita, Oklahoma
Farmers State Bank Vinita
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