Convention Adjourned Until Morning for Vice Presidential Nomination
The convention closed after adjournment until 10 oclock tomorrow morning when the vice presidential nomination will be made. The platform vote failed amid a heated battle over placards and loyalties while delegates and spectators watched closely. A committee on resolutions presented the platform as adopted after debates and strong speeches from La Follette supporters and other leaders.
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Unclear Sports Note: Athlete Career Details Fragment
An OCR fragment outlines an athlete named Cohems or similar following a career path across schools and competitions. Includes references to graduate studies, athletics, and a possible law focus, with disrupted names and place details.
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The Party Candidate and Taft Nomination
President Roosevelt lauds Secretary Taft upon his presidential nomination calling him fearless upright and best fit for the nation He cites Tafts broad sympathy for all citizens and opposition to privilege noting his plain people appeal and dedication to American citizenship values
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White House denies Chicago telegraph story of Roosevelt hearing cheers
Secretary Loeb declares the Chicago report about President Roosevelt hearing cheers via a telegraph phonograph setup in the White House false. He states no such apparatus exists and only bulletins from Postal Telegraph and Western Union came to the White House.
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University Club Demonstration Dominates Neighbors Rally
A University Club led a large neighborhood demonstration with music and fireworks at the leader's home lasting over half an hour. A nominee thanks supporters including the White House ally, while Secretary of War William Howard Taft was nominated by his party amid a raucous scene with music, crowd cheers, and a brass band.
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Taft reception thrills Chicago convention crowds
Senator Elkins praised the Taft reception as organized by Taft supporters. The crowd surged as the secretary spoke, with police struggling to control the enthusiastic throng and a grand display before the White House. Taft emphasized civic virtue and national prosperity, while noting his gratitude to friends and colleagues.
Foraker Declares Taft Candidate After Nomination
Senator Foraker, at his Sixteenth Street home, says once the convention named a nominee, Republicans must unite behind Taft. He adds that Taft is now his candidate for the Presidency and vows to help elect him, urging Republicans to stop internal fights and direct effort against the common enemy. The remark follows the bulletin announcing Taft’s on the first ballot nomination.
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Gown for Mrs Taft planned for Inaugural Ball
Special to The Washington Post reports Avanta June 18 that Georgia silk from Tallulah Falls may be used for Mrs Taft’s inaugural gown if Secretary Taft wins. Louis Magid, Tallulah Falls sericulturist, wires Alexander Ackerman that he will present the dress for the next first lady. The silk, raised at Tallulah, would be produced in America and finished by a Washington dressmaker.
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Common Law Wife Claims Fortune From Estate Dispute
Dominga Schiappa Pietra filed a suit against Leopold Pieth heirs of Los Angeles seeking one half of a $260000 estate, claiming common law wife status and alleging a late fortuned heir ignored widow and five children. A separate note mentions the Sunday-School Delegates Meet set for June 18, with details on the twenty-ninth convention and large membership.
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