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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1916

Page

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Surprises Mark West Virginia Primary Counts in Marion

Voters across Marion county produced a mixed result with Republicans expected to outpace Democrats by several hundred in the gubernatorial race. Hite leads Sutherland for the U. S. Senate nomination as Romney or Herne margin unclear, while Musgrove and Conaway vie for Justice of the Peace in Fairmont district. Count progress was slow as ballots and certificates were processed, with final results not anticipated before Friday. The Weather forecast calls for showers tonight and Friday with partly cloudy skies.

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Republican feuds ease hoped end to bitter split in Chicago

Associated Press reports progress toward harmony between rival Republican factions in Chicago after a long feud. Leaders met through the night while police and medical staff remained on alert for emergencies during the sessions.

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Robinson likely GOP nominee as returns flow in

Early county returns show Robinson leading in the gubernatorial race with 1,480 votes in Ohio and 290 in Ritter County. Analysts project a wide majority over Lilly, estimates ranging from 12,000 down to 5,000, with some fear it may fall further. In the race for Congressman at Large Sutherland led the estimate for Senate nomination, signaling a tight GOP contest as more results arrive.

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Progressive National convention opens with muted crowd

Delegates and guests arrive slowly at the Progressive National convention at Auditorium Convention Hall on June 7, an hour after the Republican gathering at the Coliseum. A sparsely lively opening, with a brief band performance and a quiet assembly as Raymond Robins delivers the keynote address as temporary chairman.

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Republican Party Unity Aims at Reunion at Chicago

In Chicago on June 7, Senator Warren G Harding opened the Republican National Convention as temporary chairman urging unity to heal past divisions. He criticized Democratic foreign policy, defended protectionism and naval buildup, and urged a return to harmony under the Monroe Doctrine and the tariff.

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West Virginia Delegation Arrives Late to Republican Convention

The West Virginia delegation stayed home during the primaries and arrived in Chicago by nightfall. They planned to caucus in their seats, took breakfast on the train, and will join other delegations in the convention hall during the session.

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Americanism and Foreign Policy Toward War Discussed

The senator urged progressiveness to unite the party and praised Americanism rooted in Independence days. He argued economic disruptions from the European war and the need for decisive U S leadership, criticizing Washington rhetoric and calling for stronger defense and a clear neutral stance.

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Convention Begins as McKinley Quorum Opens Chicago

Delegates pack Coliseum in Chicago for the Republican National Convention as Chairman Charles B. opens the session with a gavel. The hall fills with music, prayers, and speeches, including remarks from President McKinley and introductions of keynote figures amid a formal opening.

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