Taft Collection

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1912. Former president Theodore Roosevelt and President William Howard Taft battling for the Republican presidential nomination in a 1912 American cartoon

WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT (1857-1930). 27th President of the United States. Judge Speaks. Judge, holding a paper reading Roosevelt policy

President Tafts antitrust policies cartooned, 1911
Cartoon about antitrust actions of Attorney General Wickersham and President Taft, 1911. Digitally colored woodcut

William Howard Taft
President-elect William Howard Taft in 1908. Digitally colored halftone reproduction of a photograph

US Election Campaign1908
Fierce campaigning by the two presidential nominees of 1908, William J Bryan and William Taft; Taft became the 27th president

"Black Horse Cavalry" under the leadership of "Woodruff", 1910
1576170 "Black Horse Cavalry" under the leadership of "Woodruff", 1910; (add.info.: The charge of the Black Brigade' "Black Horse Cavalry" under the leadership of)

William Howard Taft and family, between 1910 and 1921. Creator: Harris & Ewing
William Howard Taft and family, between 1910 and 1921. US president with sons Robert and Charles, and daughter Helen

Immigrations tide again rising high (b / w photo)
6002607 Immigrations tide again rising high (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Immigrations tide again rising high)

Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, California, USA
Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA, with Pantages Theatre on the left and the Taft Building on the right. Date: 1947

Taft-Maricopa Road, Kern County, California, USA, with oil wells visible in the distance. Date: circa 1930

Taft, President des Etats-Unis d Amerique (coloured photo)
974916 Taft, President des Etats-Unis d Amerique (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taft, President des Etats-Unis d Amerique)

Woman and dog on cliff
Aidong Ning

Albert, Duke of York - Honourary Degree for Taft, Cambridge
Prince Albert, Duke of York (future King George VI) (1895-1952) - receiving an Honorary Degree as Doctor of Law along with the ex-President (and then Chief Justice)

Sunset colours on rocks with ravine backdrop Taft Point
USA, California, Yosemite NP, Sunset colours on rocks with ravine backdrop Taft Point

Cliff edge with figure looking into ravine Taft Point
USA, California, Yosemite NP, Cliff edge with figure looking into ravine Taft Point

New Haven, Connecticut, USA - New Hotel Taft
New Hotel Taft at New Haven, Connecticut, USA. Date: circa 1930s

President Taft, 1911. Artist: Anders Leonard Zorn
President Taft, 1911. William Howard Taft (1857-1930), 27th President of the United States (1909-1913). From The Studio Volume 68. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1916]

William H Taft, Secretary of War, 1904-1908. Artist: HC White
William H Taft, US Secretary of War. William Howard Taft (1857-1930) served as Secretary of War from 1904-1908 in the Republican administration of President Theodore Roosevelt

William Howard Taft, American president, 1910. Artist: Alyn Williams
William Howard Taft, American president, 1910. Illustration from The Connoisseur, August 1910

William Howard Taft, twenty-seventh President of the United States, 1926
William Howard Taft (1857-1930), twenty-seventh President of the United States, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 5: Christianity Today and Tomorrow

William Howard Taft, 1857 a 1930. 27th President of the United States of America
William Howard Taft, 1857 - 1930. 27th President of the United States of America. From Hutchinsons History of the Nations, published 1915

2ND PHILIPPINE COMMISSION. Members of the Second Philippine Commission led by William Howard Taft (center). At far left is Dean Conant Worcester. Photograph, 1900

President Taft and Senator La Follette cartoon, 1911
Cartoon of President Taft sharing the stage with Senator La Follette, 1911. Hand-colored woodcut of a 1911 illustration

William Howard Taft, 1904
Portrait of William Howard Taft when he was Theodore Roosevelts Secretary of War, 1904. Digitally colored halftone reproduction of a photograph

President Taft and his family
President William Howard Taft and his family, 1908. Hand-colored halftone of a photograph

William Howard Taft, 1857 - 1930. 27th President of the United States of America. From Hutchinson s

View Bellows Falls Vermont Preston William Taft
View of Bellows Falls, Vermont; Preston William Taft (American, born 1827); about 1875; Albumen silver print

Railroad Bridge Bellows Falls Vermont Preston William
Railroad Bridge, Bellows Falls, Vermont; Preston William Taft (American, born 1827); about 1875; Albumen silver print

Bridges Falls Bellows Falls Vermont Preston William
Between Bridges at Falls Bellows Falls, Vermont; Preston William Taft (American, born 1827); about 1875; Albumen silver print

Residence James Willard Saxton River Frank Miller
Residence of James Willard, Saxtons River; Frank Miller Taft (American, born 1851); about 1875; Albumen silver print

William Howard Taft, 1857 To 1930. 27Th President Of The United States. From The Wonderful Year 1909

A Yosemite National Park Visitor Stands At Taft Point, Which Overlooks Yosemite Valley And El Capitan; California, United States Of America

William Taft Howard Taft (1857 - 1930) 27th US President (1909-13)

BALTIMORE: FELLs POINT. Levering Coffee Warehouse on Philpot Street, Fells Point, Baltimore, Maryland. Photograph by Louise Taft, September 1985

BALTIMORE: FELLs POINT. Rukert Terminals Corporation, Browns Wharf Warehouses, on Fell Street, Fells Point, Baltimore, Maryland. Photograph by Louise Taft, September 1985

HELEN TAFT (1861-1943). Wife of President William Howard Taft. Photograph, c1905

WILSON & TAFT, 1913. President-elect Woodrow Wilson and out-going President William Howard Taft at the White House, Washington, D.C. on Inauguration Day, 4 March 1913

PPRE2A-00118
William Howard Taft, with his autograph. Hand-colored etching from a portrait

27th US President - William Howard Taft
William Howard Taft (18571930) - 27th President of the United States of America. Date: circa 1912

Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, California, USA
Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA. Date: 1940s

Taft School, Watertown, Connecticut, USA, with snow on the ground. Date: circa 1908

TAFT INAUGURATION, 1909. President William Howard Taft on the day of his inauguration, the ceremony hampered by the blizzard of the previous day; he is flanked by Edward Stellwagen of the inaugural

ALASKA: WALRUS TUSK. An ivory tusk of a walrus which was carved by an Eskimo and presented to President William H. Taft, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE 1906. Left to right: Trustee Robert C. Ogden, William Howard Taft, Booker T. Washington, and Andrew Carnegie at the twenty-fifth anniversary celebration at Tuskegee Institue

NEW MEXICO STATEHOOD, 1912. President William Howard Taft signing a bill granting statehood to New Mexico, 6 January 1912

GOLF TOURNAMENT, 1913. President William H. Taft and Herbert Jacques, president of the Massachusetts Golf Association, at the championship of the United States Golf Association in Brookline

PHOTOGRAPHY: MOVIE CAMERA. Helen Taft and actress May Allison with movie camera. Photograph, c1910

PRESIDENTIAL MAP, c1912. Photomontage of Presidents Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson and William Howard Taft on a map of the United States, c1912

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"William Howard Taft: A Presidential Battle and Policy Pioneer" In the midst of the intense presidential campaign of 1912, a fierce battle for the Republican nomination unfolded between former President Theodore Roosevelt and incumbent President William Howard Taft. This historic clash was vividly depicted in an American cartoon, capturing the political fervor that gripped the nation. Judge Speaks, a prominent figure holding a paper labeled "Roosevelt policy, " scolded President Taft, urging him to develop his own policies that would be good enough for the American people. This powerful image showcased Taft's determination to establish his unique vision for America. Taft's antitrust policies also came under scrutiny during this time, as illustrated in another thought-provoking cartoon from 1911. These depictions shed light on his commitment to regulating monopolies and promoting fair competition within industries. Beyond politics, William Howard Taft served as the 27th President of the United States from 1909 to 1913. His presidency marked a period of significant accomplishments and challenges faced by our nation. During his tenure, he navigated through critical issues such as immigration reform – symbolized by an evocative black-and-white photograph titled "Immigration tide again rising high. " This snapshot captured both the complexities and importance of managing immigration during that era. Moreover, amidst these historical events were tragic occurrences like RMS Titanic's ill-fated voyage. Among its victims were notable figures such as John Jacob Astor and Major Archibald Butt - individuals who shared connections with President Taft himself. Their untimely demise added somber tones to an already eventful period in history. As we reflect on William Howard Taft's legacy today, it is essential not only to remember his impactful presidency but also acknowledge his influence beyond politics. From Hollywood Boulevard in California to roads named after him like "Taft-Maricopa Road" in Kern County – these physical reminders speak to his enduring presence in American culture.