Swisher, Charles W. (Charles Wesley), 1867-1927

William H. Taft discusses various political topics with President Roosevelt, including the nominations for governors of New York and West Virginia, a substantial campaign contribution from George Cromwell, William Jennings Bryan’s upcoming acceptance speech for Democratic nominee for president, and Secretary of State Elihu Root’s upcoming speech at the New York State Republican Convention.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-08-10

Creator(s)

Taft, William H. (William Howard), 1857-1930

This newspaper article suggests that West Virginia State Senator Charles W. Swisher has used dishonest means in the governorship campaign and has received delegates through questionable methods. The writer of the article believes that events in West Virginia are reminiscent of Russia and should be stopped.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908

Creator(s)

Parkersburg dispatch-news (Parkersburg, W. Va. : 1906-1915)