The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1904-06-23
(Scripps News Association }


CHICAGO, June 2S.--The last and
greatest day Of the republican ma
tional convention was the apothesis
OF the big show-the climax to which
the events of the past two days have
been the Introduction.
Today Theodore Roosevelt was
nominated to succeed himself and
Charles Fairbanks, senator from In
diana, was named as the vice presi-
Dental candidate.
With the candidates of the party
selected the convention adjourned and
the delegations are dispensing to
spread in every remote section Of the
country the contagion of the enthusi-
astic fever which has been infused
into them at this great gathering of
the leaders Of the grand old party Of
protection.
This was a day of oratorical pyro-
technics. Some of the finest speakers
In the ranks Of the republican or
ganization were heard in a common
chorus to praise men who are to lead
the hosts to battle.
Elated by the speeches of the last
two days and eagerly anticipating the
intellectual treat in store for them
today, delegates began to assemble
In the convention hall early this
morning. Because of the important
work in hand. the convention was
called to assemble at 10 o'clock. Half
an hour before the floor presented an
animated scene. The New York dele
gates brought flags with them to as
sist in the demonstration prepared
for Roosevelt when he was placed in
nomination. An increased interest in
\ the convention was also shown in the
tgalleries. which began to fill as soon
as the door. were opened. BY the
time Chairman Cannon called the as
sembly to order nearly every seat was
occupied and shortly after standing
room was at a premium. There was
. much larger proportion of ladies
present than at either of the previous
sessions and their summer costumes
lent touch of color to the otherwise
sombre rows OF black coats in the
galleries.
Lilies for "Uncle Joe."
The first outburst of applause was
evoked by Margaret Elizabeth Plum
mer, national orkanizsr of the Ameri-
can Flag assoc ciation. who was dress
ed in a stunning gown OF cream
colored silk, as she surprised Chair
man Cannon by presenting him with
90 aft -
making n graceful little speech.
Secretary Cortelyou was on the
platform. As soon as he made his
appearance many Of the prominent
leaders pressed forward. to shake
hands and assure him of their loyalty
and assistance In the great work he
is about to undertake as chairman
Of the national committee.
Every member of the New York
delegation under instructions from
Senators Platt and Depew were sup
piled with fine silk flag and their
entrance was greeted with loud ap-
plause. Everybody arose and the
band played America" The chair
man brought his gavel down with n
resounding whack as the convention
was called to order and Rev. Thadte-
us snively prayed.
Convention Called to Order.
1915 a, m.-Chairman Cannon took
the platform.
1923 a. m.-Rev Thaddeus II.
jSnively opened the convention with
prayer.
1929 a. m.-The convention was
called to order.
10:41 a. m.-Roll call of states be-
gun for presentation of candidates
names.
10:42-Alabama. having yielded to
New York, Ex-Governor Black took
the platform, was introduced by Cam
non and began Roosevelt nominating
speech.
11:07 a. m.-Black finished speak,
Ing. Mention OF Roosevelts name
sets convention Wild.
l1.10 a. m.--Cannon waves tattered
war flag, producing greater demon-
stration.
l1:11 a. m.-New York delegation
marches about the hall.
11:12 a. m.--Cannon leads singing
"star spansled Banner"
1925 a. m.--Audience still cheering
Roosevelt and enthusiasm Is still on
the increase.
11:2s a. m.--Cannon brings conven-
tion to order with the gavel.
1liS2 q. m.-Senator Beveridge Of
TnAlona Inc L.
speech 10 found on page 81
1855 a. m.-George A. knight Of
California made seconding speech.
1870 p. m.--Harry Stillwell Ed
wards Of Georgia seconds nomination.
1885 p. NIX Governor Bradley
pf Kentucky seconds nomination.
1880 p. m.--Joseph B. Cotton OF
Minnesota seconds Roossvelts nomi-
nation.
1:ob p. m.--Harry 8. Cummings,
solored orator Of Maryland. seconds
nomination.
AIS p. m.-Roll call Of states in
progress.
1i2l p. m.-Roosevelt unanimous
choice Of convention. Roll call COM
plsted. ss& votes cast.
b, 1.24 p. m.-senator Dolliver nomi-
mates Fairbanks for vice president.
Dolivsr Nominatss Fairbanks.
In his characteristic spread-eagle
style Senator Doliver placed Senator
Fairbanks In nomination. He paid a