Ford edges toward 1,130 delegate mark at GOP event
President Ford moved past the 1,000 delegate threshold by winning 17 of 18 Minnesota at large delegates as 43 total were chosen. Ronald Reagan captured the remaining at large delegate. Minnesota Republicans split 16 for Ford, 5 for Reagan and 3 uncommitted in the 42 member delegation.
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Minnesota forecasts show showers north and warm highs in the 70s to 80s with partly cloudy days. Iowa and Colorado delegate tallies favor Carter with 1,526 delegates vs Brown's 306 while Ford gains momentum on national convention rules affecting 916 delegates across 20 states.
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GOP convention site harmonious amid tight nomination race
The Republican National Committee met in Washington with little discord as Ford supporters outnumber Reagan backers. A unanimous push urged Republicans to avoid a divisive primary and unite for November while Lyn Nofziger warned of tilt toward Ford. The committee named Howard Baker as keynote and Robert Dole as temporary chair, awaiting further business until Kansas City.
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