Political realignments swirl around Hughes nomination plan
George W. Aldridge and many Platt and Odell readers in the Republican ranks discuss backing Hughes for the Presidency. The Black and Odei factions may seek an amicable understanding, while Roosevelt allies threaten Black’s delegation status over the Concord barrel head speech. Foraker’s 1904 stance is noted as a precedent for state support.
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Look for lively contest in New York GOP
Gov. Hughes signals willingness to seek the Republican presidential nomination, stirring a split in New York and a looming battle for delegates between Roosevelt loyalists and Hughes followers. The feud over resolutions endorsing Hughes heats up the party, while Taft supporters push for a strong Ohio contingent as factions prepare for the national convention. Delegations from Ohio visit Taft to secure a speaking engagement.
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Wetmore Again Senator Chosen by Rhode Island Legislature
The Rhode Island legislature elected George Peabody Wetmore as United States Senator, reappointing the Republican incumbent over Col. R. H. L. Goddard in a strict party vote. Col. Samuel Pomeroy Colt received five Republican complimentary votes. Wetmore, born in London in 1840s, Yale 1867 and Columbia Law 1883, has long served Rhode Island politics including governor in 1885 and senator since 1894.
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Bryan Short 76 Votes Right Man Could Make Bun
Former Representative Bryan faces electoral hurdles with 76 more votes needed to reach 242. The article analyzes states likely to swing and argues Bryan cannot win, urging support for a conservative Democrat like Harmon, Gray, or Daniel while warning against Bryan’s influence and outlining electoral math.
Washington Fest to Launch Second Great Education Contest
Beginning January 26 the Washington Fest inaugurates its second Great Education Contest. Twenty six cash prizes totaling 560 dollars will be awarded to contestants who correctly name the daily illustrations shown over about seventy five days.
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Watterson A Prophet Hughes Could Defeat Him
Kentucky observer notes that Watterson believes Hughes could beat him and shows readiness to back a stronger candidate. The piece discusses personal relations and political strategy in a contested race amid shifting loyalties.
Watterson Prophesies Bryan Nominated for President
Kentucky editor Col. Henry Watterson predicts Bryan will secure the Democratic nomination at Denver and likely win the presidency if unrest continues in the nation. He says Gov. Hughes could defeat Bryan for Republicans if conditions are normal, and he dismisses any pending bid from Taft without a Hughes second ballot.
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Plans for Denver convention arrangements announced
Denver Cal Jan 21 plans accepted by the Democratic National Committee for the national convention seat 14 000 in the convention hall Denver convention league will furnish chairs and turn auditorium over for use Dec or Decoration and music to be provided by the committee Seating for newspaper men on a platform in front of the speakers rostrum and stairs to telegraph rooms in the basement A hotel committee chaired by former Gov Joh E Osborne of Wyoming to investigate overcharges hotel managers agreeing not to raise rates Chairman Taggart named Osborne vice chairman and Roger C Sullivan assistant vice chairman Osborne to remain in Denver most of the time to handle urgent arrangements
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Witherbee Supports Taft for President
Walter C. Witherbee, Plattsburg customs collector, denied reports he would lose his post due to party alignment. He endorsed Secretary Taft, calling him the best candidate for the country, and said he will not seek reappointment as his term expired. The $2,500 yearly position may pass to another candidate, as Republicans weigh replacements.
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Gray and Johnson ticket urged by Virginia Democrat
Julian Bryant of Richmond Va praises editorials advocating Judge Gray for president and Gov Johnson for vice president. He argues a Gray Johnson ticket could rally Democrats, rejects Bryan nominating folly, and urges continued advocacy to awaken the party to a real chance at victory.
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Nomination Clash as Bryan Divides Missouri Democrats
Missouri Democrats split over William Jennings Bryan amid a Clark led push in the House. Some argue Bryan would harm 1908 prospects, favoring a stronger national ticket candidate while preserving party unity.
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Cannon and Clark clash in the House as Boutwell taunts elect Cannon
In a lively House debate amid applause from Republicans and Democrats alike, Representative Boutwell challenged Champ Clark while declaring supporters will elect Cannon in November. The discussion focused on nominating Bryan in July and anti-pass law reforms amid questions over congressional gifts from public service corporations.
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Members Defend House Honor Amid Debate Over Crime Penalty
In heated remarks Mr Dalzell and Mr Randell clashed over integrity in Congress as Mr Payne defended lawmakers from slander. An amendment criminalizing disclosure of crop statistics information was added but later debated, with support for reform and objections to demagogy. The House adjourned briefly after adjournment due to a quorum issue.
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Williams elected senator in Mississippi legislature
Jackson Mississippi January 2 Representative John Sharp Williams was elected to the United States Senate to succeed H D Money whose term ends March 4 1911 Tomorrow a joint session will ratify the election Edmond F Noel was inaugurated governor with a record crowd and a twelve minute speech Arbitration Bill Considered House Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce discussed the Townsend bill for presidential appointed arbitration commissions but no action was taken with changes including removal of witness immunity provisions
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Weather Conditions and Local Report Note on Seasonal Temperatures
Weather conditions show abnormally high temperatures across the East South and Southwest with clearer western skies. Light showers in the West and New England, snow flurries expected on Upper Lakes windward shores, and gradually moderating heat as a Northern low moves over Northeastern Canada. Local report lists temperatures from midnight to afternoon with highs near 85 and lows around 40s, humidity and rainfall totals recorded.
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