Albany Parade as Smith Accepts Democratic Nomination
Governor Alfred F. Smith listened to the radio tally announcing his Democratic presidential nomination. Surrounded by townsmen and family at the executive mansion he smiled, kissed his daughter, and watched the crowd cheer the long battle hymn The Sidewalks of New York.
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W. W. Chaplin
Associated Press
Albany
N. Y
Executive Mansion
New York
Alfred F. Smith
Emily
John A. Warner
Democratic convention opens as Smith forces dominate meeting
In Houston, delegates vote to advance a platform favoring farm and prohibition planks while Governor Moody files a minority report. Nevada Senator Key Pittman outlines the platform amid noisy sessions and gate crashes as "Pat" Hartigan delivers the message to waiting voters.
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Key Pittman
Nevada
Resolutions Committee
Pittman
Moody
Reed Seeks Democratic Unity As Convention Turmoil Continues
Senator Reed in Houston urges Democrats to unite for November. He cites internal strife and calls for all party members to back the nominees, praising New York’s governor and stressing defense of the party against the Republicans.
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Associated Press
Houston
Mes Reed
Ivention
Reed
Missouri
Ely
Vernor
New York
Platform Adopted by Nevada Senator at Houston Meeting
Nevada's senior senator, acting as relations committee chairman, presented the platform to the Democratic convention in Houston. The platform, aimed at guiding the party for the presidential race, was adopted without a roll call.
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Key Pittman
Nevada
Washon
Houston
Will Support Nominee
John W. Davis, retiring Democratic leader, pledges personal support to Governor Alfred E. Smith. Davis, a New York delegate at large, asks AP to relay his congratulatory message from Albany, praising Smith and offering campaign service.
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Associated Press
Houston
John W. Davis
Democratic Party
Alfred E. Smith
Davis
New York
Albany
Beasts in Crowd At Sam Houston Hall For Democratic Nominating
Men and women surged to gain entry as mounted police and guards managed the jam at Sam Houston hall. Delegates struggled to reach the gates while officers reinforced entrances and restrained brawls. No casualties were reported despite occasional near-fights and heavy pressure.
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Associated Press
Sam Houston Hall
Houston
Politically Charged Press Critique of Hoover and Republicans
A Missouri newspaper column attacks the Hoover administration as a grave danger to the nation, accusing Herbert Hoover of acting more like a foreigner than an American and delivering a sharp rebuke to Republican leadership.
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Missourian
Herbert Hoover
Hoover
Democratic National Convention Adopts Platform and Adjourns
The Democratic National Convention nominated Al Smith for President, adopted its platform, and adjourned at 12:50 this morning until 10 o'clock.
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Sam Houston Hall
Houston
al Smith
Hats for the discerning matron on second floor
A display of stylish hats for the smart matron features silk felt and straw shapes in new colors. Jaunty crushable straw hats suit sports and travel, with large floppy hats pairing with chic frocks and a wide range of shades.
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