Bryan Defied by Georgians at Democratic Convention
In Baltimore on June 27, William Jennings Bryan sparked an uproar with a resolution accusing Wall Street of domination and urging Ryan and Belmont to retire. Virginia’s Representative Flood protested the move as insulting to his state. Bryan pressed to withdraw the latter clause amid chants of No and Vote as Georgia delegates defied the Nebraskan.
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William Jennings Bryan
Wall Street
Thomas F. Ryan
August Belmont
Bryan
Representative Flood
Virginia
Einia
Ryan
Georgia
New York
Nob
James
Proposition As Originally Introduced Called for the Withdrawal
The item notes a proposal to withdraw two financiers from a convention, referencing the original wording. The fragment indicates a debate over removing two financial figures from participation, with emphasis on the withdrawal action and the convention context.
Amended Resolution Divides Democratic Convention
W J Bryan leads a dramatic convention clash over a two thirds amended resolution opposing presidential nominees tied to privileged clans. The measure seeks to withdraw Ryan and Belmont delegates, provoking cries of insolence as boos and cheers collide on the floor.
Underwood Nomination Sparks Massive Baltimore Demonstration
Wilham B Bankhead of Alabama urged the Democratic National Convention to back Oscar W Underwood, triggering roaring cheers. Doves were released and a child Miss Brewer waved Underwood buttons as banners and parades filled the hall. The crowd sustained a long tribute with records of prior cheering during nominations.
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Baltimore
Wilam B. Bankhead
Alabama
Oscar W. Underwood
Senator Reed
Missouri
Champ Clark
Bankhead
Minnesota
Underwood
Miss Brewer
Mississippi
Negle Colquitt
Savannah
L. C. Wood
Jasper
Ala
Carl Hitcheson
Atlanta
Dee Tet Ae
Alabama Can
Bryan Expounds Reasons for Modifying Convention Resolution
At the Baltimore convention June 27 Mr. Bryan explained his reasons for altering the resolution, saying the vote eliminates reactionaries and guides toward a progressive platform. He stressed the need for a peaceful progressive campaign and denied plans for a bolt, reaffirming support for Mr. Clark as a progressive.
Clark Forces Not So Militant In Presidential Rollup
Baltimore June 2 Special Despite frantic campaign activity Clark followers show signs of disintegration after the first ballot. Clark trails in the convention night session as speeches begin. Bryan, Wilson, Underwood and Gaynor figure prominently amid anxious speculation on his future and possible realignment.
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Harmon
Bryan
John Corrigan, Jr
Baltimore
Wilson
Oscar W. Underwood
Willson
Underwood
Gaynor
First Ballot Anticipated As Democrats Watch Nomination
In Baltimore on June 28 crowds filled the Democratic Convention armory as Oscar W Underwood Champ Clark and Simeon Baldwin were named candidates while New Jersey planned to nominate Woodrow Wilson. The first ballot was expected at daybreak after hours of heated speeches and demonstrations.
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Oscar W. Underwood
Champ Clark
Simeon EK. Baldwin
New Jersey
Wondrow
Wilson
Armory
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