Jasper County Democrat, Volume 12, Number 81, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 22 January 1910 — EX-PRESIDENT FOR SPEAKER [ARTICLE]

EX-PRESIDENT FOR SPEAKER

Report That Roosevelt Aspires to Succeed Cannon. Washington, Jan. 21.—Roosevelt for •peaker of the house of representatives —this is the latest decision reached as to “What shall be done with our ex-presidents?” according to a report that has spread among members of congress. It is even said that Mr. Roosevelt has agreed to run for congress in the First district of New York state, in which Oyster Bay, his home, is located. The understanding that he will be elected to the speakership if he runs is, it is declared, insisted on by Mr. Roosevelt. .