Busy Day in Frisco at Democratic National Convention
Six days of labor produced no clear final ballot result as delegates rested on Sunday. McAdoo and Cox factions wore thin while hotels buzzed with conferences, rumors, and political maneuvering. Topics included silver bullion prices, federal budget and taxation, and plans for a Denver convention in mid November.
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McAdoo
Cox
San Francisco
Golden Gates
Congress
American Mining Congress
Denver
The Unit Rule in Democratic Convention Debate
The article argues the unit rule is illogical in a national convention and notes San Francisco's actions and Robinson's ruling. It contrasts New York delegates chosen by districts with state conventions under Tammany. It contends every delegate should vote for themselves and questions abandoning the two-thirds rule.
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San Francisco
Robinson
Tammany
New York
California
Chicago
New York Sun and Herald
America
Mr. Bryan
Salt River
Rosie O'Grady
Maryland
Kentucky
Livingston Enterprise
National convention eyed to stabilize industry postwar
The American Mining Congress proposes a Denver convention with mining and manufacturing interests organized labor government and public to discuss postwar industry adjustment. A key conference aims to improve relations reduce unrest and boost production while considering uniform mining laws and workmen compensation acts across states. Financiers and experts will review gold and silver mining challenges.
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American Mining Congress
Washington
Denver
California’s Convention Hospitality and Political Gentry
A vivid column on San Francisco hosting the Democratic National Convention. It lauds California’s climate and scenery while lampooning excess, noting lavish hospitality, late-night dining, and abundant liquor. It contrasts California’s warmth with national politics and hints at party rivalries and predictions for November.
Meanest Man Again Stirs Minds In Missoula Echoes
A collection of short items recalls a notorious thief in Muskogee from The Montana Press, notes Missoula’s railway expansion plans linking Blackfoot valley growth, praises Missoulian optimism, and highlights editor prankster antics in Butte and Helena papers.
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Muskogee
Okla
Missoula
Blackfoot Valley
Blackfoot
Montana
Missoulian
Homecoming for Mary and John in Winifred Black piece
Winifred Black recalls Mary and John returning to their hometown after three years in the big town. They recall early struggles, fears, and jealousy at work, followed by success. The couple plans a celebratory visit with Aunt Mary and Aunt Jane’s dishes while John carries a contract to prove his achievement.
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Mary
John
Aunt Jane
Kate
Little Mary
Cousin Mary
Humor Bits From Classic Newspapers
A collage of light witticisms from various papers features quips about sailors and wives in ports, moonshine jests, engagement rings, dogs, rouge, and tailor jokes. The snippets showcase era humor and social banter through brief, punchy lines from multiple origins.
Newspaper Snippets Echo Party Talks and Nominations
Opinion snippets reflect Kansas City Times Indianapolis News and other papers debating third party bids Bryan La Follette and Johnson. Quotes speculate on ears fashion, labor, and renomination shocks, with jokes about Bryan and possible vice presidency. Pieces hint at political maneuvering amid looming campaigns and regional commentary.
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Nebraska
Bryan
Johnson
la Follette
Indianapolis News
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Kansas
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Miss Simper
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Boston Transcript
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London
Journal and Messenger
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