Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-11
bUI UNI NAWIt HtAhU
Republican National Commit
teemen on the Nomination.
ALL FOR ROOSEVELT
EXCEPT SOME LITTLE LILY
WHITE OPPOSITION IN SOUTH.
Views Of the Leaders of the Party
Frankly and Positively Expressed
as to His Availability.
ALL FOR ROOSEVELT

Hotel were thronged today with republican
politicians from every section Of the coun-
try, called hither in attendance upon, Or In
consequence Of the meeung of the national
committee. These men are among the
leaders of their party in their respective
states and prominent in the national coun-
oils Of the republicans. They know the
sentiment of the country on political SUBJ
Jects. and it is their business to keep in the
closest touch possible with the rank and
f1le of the party.
1t was significant then, that in that con-
gregation there should have been heard
only expressions of enthusiasm over the
prospect of the denomination OF Roosevelt,
echoes of the sentiment of the communities
or voters represented by the speakers. If
there is any considerable section of republi-
can voters VINO doubt the Presidents avail
ability as candidate. it was not represent
Cd In the aggregation of political talent at
the Arlington.
Members of the national committee and
Other republicans of note were outspoken
In their Endorsement of Roosevelt
Mr.. George X. Sheldon, national commit
teeman for the state of New York. arrived
this morning. At the Arlington Hotel he
conversed with Star reporter on the ohio
idea"
Can Roosevelt carry New York;" Mr.
Sheldon was asked.
If he cannot l don't know who can" was
is New York for Roosevelts renomina-
tion7"
LAS matter of course" was the en-
SShatic reply. Then. as if to indicate the fu-
ulty of further discussion of the subject,
ne asked the question, What's the use?'
Gov. Murphy Emphatic.
Gov. F. T. Murphy of New Jersey. ma
tionai committeeman, replied promptly
when asked as to the sentiment IN his state:
New Jersey is for Roosevelt beyond
doubt. There is no evidence of any change
Of sentiment President Roosevelts nomi-
nation Is taken for granted as one of the
things to be done"
Surprised at the Question
National Committeeman c. F. Brooker of
Connecticut had no doubt about the senti-
nent In his state and was surprised that
any one had seen fit to question the advis-
ability of nominating President Roosevelt.
Connecticut Roosevelt state" said
Mr.. Brooker. The people of that state do
hot want any one else. l do not believe the
people of Connecticut would be satisfied
with any other nomination or that they
you'd take kindly to any such suggestion"
Roosevelt by Acclamation.
National Committeeman Brownlow of
-sSressee said:
TT will be Roosevelt by acclamation. No
Dne else is talked about in Tennessee, and
discussion of his denomination when it is
practically and assured fact"
Has Heard but One Name.
Gen. c. r. Brayton of Rhode Island, one
Of the most striking figures of the national
1cmmittee. was as enthusiastic and ener-
getic In his support of President Roosevelt
for denomination he Is in urging that
the basis of representation in the repub-
Hcan convention should be changed Gen.
Brsyton. tall and stalwart, represents the
smallest state in the Union. but he has an
influence out of all proportion to the geo.
graphical bounds OF the commonwealth to
which ne is accredited. In the party coun-
ellis he Is always a center of Information
and authority. Gen. Brayton is not bit
worried by the two recent democratic VIC
tories In the little state. and believes there
te no question as to where the presidential
electoral votes will be next fall.
I'VE hear of no one in Rhode Island but
Mr.. Roosevelt" said Gen. Brayton, in
pesking of the forthcoming republican
nomination and the sentiment in his state.
He is talked of everywhere. and we do
not see that there can be any other candi
date. He is foremost in the minds of the
people. He has established himself in heir
confidence and they have the utmost faith
In his ability. patriotism and honesty Of
purpose. This talk of opposition will
amount to very little. 1 heard Roosevelt
all the way to the capital city, / hear it
now, and expect to hear 1t all the way home
again
Roosevelt Foremost in Oklahoma.
"BiI Grimes OF OklahomaP There he
stands over there" This the direction
given as the inquirer was pointed TO one of
the liveliest and most interesting groups in
the crowded lobby. Mr.. Grimes is one of
the most popular of the national commit
teemen. He is a smooth-shaven rugged
and breezy westerner, typical of the terri
tory. Oklahoma has no electoral vote, but
votes in the convention. and her people
like those OF the other territories, are vital
Jy Interested in the presidency at all times
for 1t is through the chief executive that
governor and other high state officials are
appointed to rule over them
Speaking OF the presidency, Mr. Grimes
said:
'It Is nothing but Roosevelt down our
way. We don't hear anything else and
don't want to hear anything else. The
President is thoroughly admired by our
people He is the type that ppeals TO
them. He recruited many of his Rough
Riders in Oklahoma These men. coming
back from the war with glowing accounts
Of their leader, have set the pace in placing
Mr.. Roosevelt foremost among the presi-
Dental possibilities. The home folks have
been quick to catch the infectious admira-
ton for the soldier President.
IF We were not for Roosevelt l don't
know what the boys at home would do to
u.s. He is the man above all others. and he
Is the man who can win and viii win.'
Washington for Roosevelt
Former Senator Wilson of Washington.
who is In the city on a short visit. mingled
with the crowds at the hotel Mr.. Wilson
talked with his usual interest on political
matters. He declared that there was no
doubt that Washington would give her vote
in the national republican convention to
Mr. Roosevelt.
while our state is not bound by the In
struction which will hold in the next con-
yention," said Mr.. Wilson. yet she has de-
clared for President Roosevelt for the NOM
nation and that declaration will be re-
peated There Is no other sentiment in the
state except that which is favorable to Mr.
RooseyeH-at least have no knowledge of
any other sentiment"
Choice Of Georgia Republicans.
Mr.. Judson w. Lyons. national commit
teeman from Georgia. said: Il know of no
change Of opinion among Georgia repubn-