Democratic Platform Emphasizes Progressive Agenda
Baltimore dated report notes the Democratic party platform, framed by the resolutions committee, brimming with democratic progressivism. It highlights tariff policy not to be attacked and promises downward revisions, with final approval awaiting the presidential nominee and convention consideration. Continued on Page Two.
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Baltimore
Democratic Party
Committee On Resolutions
Presidentisl
How States Voted on First Ballot Result Cards
The list records state by state voting patterns for first ballot choices. Alabama to West Virginia show Clark and Underwood with varying tallies, Wilson appearing in many states, totals indicate Clark 654, Wilson 354, Underwood 42, over all 1,083 votes.
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Alabama
Underwood
Pafigona
Clark
Arkansas
California
Delaware
Wilson
Connecticut
Baldwin
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Marshall
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maryland
Maine
Massachusetts
Michigan
Harmon
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Moentana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Bryan
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Harm
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
isconsin—Clark
Alaska
Sulzer
Strict
Columbia
awali—Clark
La Follette Attacks Progressives in Editorial
Senator La Follette denounces the progressive movement within the Republican Party in La Follette's Weekly. The piece notes Roosevelt’s emergence as a presidential candidate five months ago and promises continuation on page two.
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LA Follette
Washington
Roosevelt
Republican Party
Bryan's First Speech Before Convention
At Baltimore on June 28 delegates faced delays at the Fifth regiment armory entrances as ticket scrutinizing cages slowed entry. William Jennings Bryan spoke against Parker for temporary chairman, receiving enthusiastic applause while delegates and visitors listened closely. Alabama's M F Kilgore, an Underwood supporter, drew attention with a stuffed rooster on his hat.
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Fifth Regiment
Cage
William Jennings
Bryan
Matening
M. F. Kilgore
Alabama
New York Delegation Sparks Bitter Convention Turmoil
Baltimore dispatch describes a chaotic Democratic convention scene where Oklahoma split its votes for Wilson over Clark, sparking a wild Wilson Bryan demonstration. Nebraskans support Bryan as Oregon plans a possible speech return, while New York’s Clark vote triggers rowdy clashes, banners, and police intervention amid the roll call.
Underwood Seen As Likely VP Pick In Democratic Race
Baltimore June 28 With presidential nominative factions forming the vice presidential field rumors point to several contenders. Names include Burke Sulzer Baker O Gorman Redfield Preston and Robert le Henry with Oscar W Underwood discussed as a strong potential running mate though he does not seek the position and would prefer to lead the house majority if not chosen to head the ticket.
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Baltimore
Burke
North Dakota
William Sulzer
New York
House Committee On Foreign Affairs
Newton Baker
Cleveland
O'Gorman
William Redfield
Newteen
York
James Preston
Robert’ le Henry
Texas
Oscar W. Underwood
Clark
Wilson
Bryan
Kern
Underwood
Contested Democratic Convention Ballots Extend Nomination Deadline
Delegates linger as eleven ballots fail to produce a nominee with two thirds. Clark leads with 554 votes, Wilson 354, and Underwood 118 as party tensions rise from intense New York support and floor scuffles. Proceedings adjourned at 3 55 amid a crowded armory in Baltimore with no clear victor.
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Baltimore
Clark
Wilson
Underwood
Harmon
Marshall
Kern
Bryan
Switch Away From Clark by Delegation Predicted
Report notes New York delegates expected to switch away from Clark on later ballots. By 12 38 the demonstration had persisted twenty minutes, now led mostly by delegates while earlier outbursts were spectator driven. The chairman called for order and the roll call resumed.
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New York Standard
Charles L. Geraghty
St. Louis
Rhode Island
Pe- Neeman
Clark
New York
Nightlong Democratic Convention Falls Short of Nominee
A prolonged roll call at the Democratic National Convention yielded no nomination as ballots continued with minimal shifts. Speaker Champ Clark led but remained far from the 738 needed. Woodrow Wilson gained slowly, Harmon fluctuated, and New York delegates held tight for Harmon amid rumors of deals.
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Ligan
Ainner
Yeault
Champ Clark
Woodrow Wilson
New Jersey
Clark
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