Roosevelt Supporter Circulates Party Realignment Talk
The piece notes George W. Aldridge and Platt and Odell era Republicans discussing a strategy to back Hughes for the Presidency, while Black and Odei factions shift toward amicable footing. It mentions threats against Black as a potential delegate for Roosevelt critics and recalls Roosevelt’s 1904 nomination speech by Black, with Foraker’s 1904 state endorsement cited.
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Hughes Leaning Toward Republican Presidential Bid
Gov. Hughes of New York signals willingness to seek the Republican nomination for president. The move sharpens party lines in Washington as Roosevelt allies clash with Hughes supporters over delegates at the upcoming national convention. The Ohio scene echoes broader national suspense as Taft and Foraker factions weigh prospects and strategy for spring conventions.
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Wetmore Chosen Rhode Island Senator Over Democratic Rival
The Rhode Island General Assembly elected George Peabody Wetmore to the U S Senate, reappointing the Republican incumbent over Col R E H Goddard in a party line vote. The process ended a yearlong deadlock and follows Wetmore’s prior service as governor and senator.
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Bryan Short 76 Votes Right Man Could Make Bun
Former Representative Bryan could reach 242 electoral votes with 76 more. Gen. Grosvenor in Washington says Bryan impossible to elect, argues the Republican platform and a Republican Senate would push policies. names states likely to stay Republican and notes Democratic risks with Bryan nomination.
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Washington Fest opens second Education Contest
Beginning January 26 The Washington Fest inaugurates its second Great Education Contest offering twenty six cash prizes totaling 560 dollars for contestants who correctly name daily illustrations shown over about seventy five days.
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Watterson and Hughes Defeat Debate Shifts Support Likely
The Kentuckian notes Watterson and Hughes may back a stronger candidate after opposing a key fight. The piece suggests a shift in alliances and cautions against personal enmity while predicting a possible victor in upcoming political maneuvers.
Wattersons Prophecies on Bryan Nomination and 1908 Race
Col Henry Watterson predicts Bryan will secure the Democratic nomination at the Denver 1908 convention and argues Hughes is the only Republican who could beat him in a unrest driven national election. He concedes that if Bryan withdraws a strong alternative might emerge but insists Bryan’s nomination is essentially certain. He cites West and South conditions and forecasts a Democratic victory if unrest persists.
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Plans for Denver Democratic National Convention
Denver plans accepted by the Democratic National Committee set seats for 14 000 in the convention hall with the Denver convention league providing chairs and turning the auditorium over. The committee will supply decorations and music. newspaper men will sit on a platform near the rostrum and telegraph access will run from the basement. A hotel committee led by former Wyoming governor John E Osborne was named to tackle overcharges, with rates not to be raised unreasonably. Osborne will oversee immediate arrangements in Denver through the convention.
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Chicago
Witherbee Supports Taft for President
Walter C. Witherbee, Plattsburg customs collector, denied he will lose his federal post due to backing Taft. He stated he supports Taft for the nomination, called him the best man for the country, and said he will not seek reappointment as his term ended last month. The job pays $2,500 yearly.
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Plattsburg
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Roosevelt
Washington
Taft
Gray and Johnson ticket urged by Virginia Democrat
Julian Bryant of Richmond urges The Daily to back a Gray and Johnson presidential ticket. He argues Bryan’s nomination is folly and that Gray as president with Johnson as vice would unite Democrats, energize the base, and win the presidency. Bryant supports Johnson’s strength and Gray’s qualifications.
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Ohio
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Delaware
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Virginia
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Minnesota
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Graydy
Johnson
Democratic Split Over Bryan Nomination in Congress
Missouri Democrats split on William Jennings Bryan's nomination as Champ Clark leads a House debate. Some members argue Bryan weakens 1908 chances and urge a stronger national ticket, while others back the Missouri influence and demand unity for party success.
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House Gleaner Cannon Outburst in Historic Debate
In a lively House session the fight over campaign strategy and trust in lawmakers intensified as Rep. Boutell roused the chamber with a vow to elect Cannon in November despite July nominating Bryan. The exchange followed Champ Clark's claim Missouri would tilt Republican with Bryan. A separate debate on the criminal code amendments focused on curbing gifts from public service corporations to lawmakers and strengthening anti pass penalties.
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House debate over anti corruption reform ends with adjournment
Lawmakers clash over amendment to penalize release of crop statistics and to protect member integrity. Speakers from Texas New York and Ohio defend honor while urging stronger official scrutiny. A late push to curb false crop data fails 6 to 3 as House adjourns at 4 21 pm with no quorum.
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Kentucky
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Tennessee
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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 expires March 4 1911 Tomorrow a joint session will ratify the election Edmond F Noel was inaugurated as governor before a large crowd Gav Noel spoke a twelve minute inaugural address Arbitration Bill Considered in House Committee the Townsend bill to create compulsory arbitration commissions was discussed but no action was taken including a proposed immunity provision for witnesses similar to the Interstate Commerce Commission
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Weather conditions shift as high temps linger east and west
The Weather Bureau reports abnormal warmth across the East South and Southwest while northern winds ease. Rain in the Atlantic and East Gulf coasts gives way to fair weather by Thursday with possible snow flurries on Upper Lakes windward shores. Local conditions show mixed humidity and a cool midnight reading of 40.
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