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The Autobiography of Calvin Coolidge · Character

William Howard Taft

Former President and Chief Justice, referenced in Coolidge's political commentary.

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Also known as Mr. Taft, Taft

First appearance: The Law and Politics

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Mentioned as a figure in the Republican party split during Coolidge's Senate term.
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With Judge Field (professional): Judge Field and President Taft likely interacted in legal or judicial contexts, possibly as colleagues or through appointments.

In The Law and Politics: Mentioned as a figure in the Republican party split during Coolidge's Senate term.

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