Kern Named as Bryan Running Mate in Midwestern Contention
In Denver on July 10 the row over Bryan’s ticket ends with John W. Kern of Indiana chosen as the vice presidential hopeful. Murphy declines, James backs out, and Bryan approves Kern, betting he can carry Indiana. Delegates scramble as news leaks late. Massachusetts contingent and others depart Chicago for Boston, amid Bryan’s push and Tammany’s sanction considerations.
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John W Kern Democrat of the Old Western Type
Indianapolis tribute sketches John W Kern born 1849 in Alto Howard Indiana. He became Kokomo lawyer city attorney six terms and Indiana State Senate leader. He ran for governor 1900 and was noted for civic and social prominence with daughter Julia and two younger children.
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Leake Switches Sides, Offers Aid to Taft Campaign
Congressman Eugene W. Leake of New Jersey announces his support for William H. Taft. He rejects the Denver convention platform, cites law and justice as guiding principles, and offers his services to Taft’s national committee during the campaign.
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Democrat offers $10000 bet on Taft and Bryan in New York
Oyster Bay July 10. Secretary Loeb received a letter from a former Democratic senator offering to bet 10000 against Taft's victory and 10000 against Bryan carrying New York State at the same odds. Loeb refused to name the former senator.
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Taft
Bryan
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Former Parker Elector to Back Taft in November
Narragansett Pier Rhode Island July 10 Dr James E Sullivan a prominent cottager and a Parker ticket presidential elector for Rhode Island four years ago says he will vote for William H Taft in November He states he will align with the Republican party in national elections.
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New England Delegation to Notify Kern of Vice Presidential Nomination
The committee appointed to notify John W. Kern of his Vice President nomination lists New England members including Connecticut Frank P. Fenton Maine James R. Abbott Massachusetts John O Gara Rhode Island P J Murphy and Vermont James Be Murker.
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Mrs Kern reacts to Vice Presidential nomination in Indianapolis
Mrs John W Kern wife of the nominee for Vice President expresses disappointment at Denver nomination news. At 1683 North Pennsylvania Street with her children she notes Mr Kern’s health concerns and the meaning of the honor despite her sadness.
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Kern Named Democratic Vice Presidential Nominee
John W. Kern of Indiana learned of the convention’s action in his Albany Hotel rooms in Denver. He declined to attend today’s session and sent an alternate to his seat. Kern thanked the convention for the honor and planned to go to Lincoln to meet Bryan and map the campaign.
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McNeil Says Kern Selection Strengthens Bryan Ticket
State Senator Archibald McNeil of Bridgeport applauds the convention’s choice of John W. Kern as Bryan’s running mate. He plans to telegram Kern expressing belief the Kern nomination adds strength and predicts a tidal wave majority for Bryan and Kern.
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No Second Term, Says Bryan if He Is Elected President
A Bryan quotation asserts he will not seek re election if chosen president and he frames the nomination as a response from the people. He emphasizes duty to God and country and vows to serve without bias toward a second term.
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Boston Democrats praise both men and platform
Boston Democrats uniformly praise the Bryan Kern ticket and the platform. Interviews with leaders describe the platform as a clear declaration and predict Democratic victory this fall. Several note the West’s strength, labor support, and the contrast with Taft Roosevelt on issues.
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Salute Fired by Roosevelt's Special Permission
In Washington on July 10 a 46 gun salute, one for each state, rang out at 6 am on the monument grounds by the district's Democratic party under special presidential permission. An earlier plan to fire last night was delayed by the Denver conference.
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Monument Grounds
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Bryan
Bryan Clinches Nomination With Broad Delegates Support
In Denver the roll call showed Bryan with a commanding majority of 8921 2 votes to 46 for Johnson and 591 2 for Gray. Only Maine, Vermont, and six Pennsylvania delegates abstained. The Bryan nomination was declared unanimous as the convention wrapped up.
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Anti injunction plank compared by both parties
The passage compares Republican and Democratic anti injunction planks. It notes leaders like Roosevelt Taft Cannon Crane Lodge Hitchcock and Bryan Parker jurists drafting the phrases. It highlights calls to protect court authority while refining injunction rules and preserving workers rights and labor organization.
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Bryan Receives News At His Fairview Home
Lincoln July 10 William Jennings Bryan, nominated for President by the Democratic party, rested at Fairview after four days of busy conference with the Denver convention. A large Lincoln crowd greeted him, bands played, and Bryan offered hospitality to Nebraska's national committee upon their return from the convention.
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Lamb Named As A Leading Democratic Chairman Candidate
John E. Lamb of Terre Haute Indiana is widely mentioned as a top contender for the Democratic national committee chair. His handling of the Kern vice presidential campaign and work on the resolutions committee have boosted support. A final decision awaits talks with William Jennings Bryan in Lincoln.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Democratic National Committee
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John W. Kern
National Committee
Bryan
Lincoln
Kern
Senator Voorhees
Ruth Bryan Leavitt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth at Denver convention clash
Mrs Ruth Bryan Leavitt smiles through the sessions in box No 9 as Permanent Chairman Henry D Clayton criticizes her father's administration. Mrs Alice Roosevelt Longworth sits apart while Clayton's remarks provoke Mrs Longworth to pout stamp her foot and retreat to her hostess box.
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Labor Leaders Served With Suit Over Strike Damages
In Denver on July 10, Samuel Gompers and other AFL leaders were served with papers as defendants in a $50,000 suit filed by W. R. Thompson Marble Co. The case cites damages from a strike and boycott. They must testify July 17 and may extend their Denver stay. trial set for Aug 4 with co defendants Colorado State Federation of Labor and Denver Building Trades Council.
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John Mitchell
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Lennon
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Joseph Valentine
James Duncan
Max Morris
Thomas Lawson
W. R. Thompson Marble Company
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Bryan to Meet Democratic Committee in Lincoln
The Democratic National Committee meetings opened in Denver with plans to confer with William J Bryan at Lincoln on Tuesday next. Dr Hail of Nebraska presented a telegraphed invitation from Bryan leading to a decision to defer action until the leader's wishes are known. Thomas Taggart of Indiana was elected temporary chairman and Urey Woodson of Kentucky as temporary secretary to serve until permanent campaign managers are chosen.
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National Committee
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Lincoln
Bryan
Hail
Nebraska
Thomas Taggart
Indiana
Urey Wood
Kentucky
Great Blue Hill State Concert Program Details
The Blue Hill Reservation event by Post 68 G A R Band lists pieces including The Great Blue Hill Overture Morning Noon and Night and Ellenberg Concert Waltz Autumn Smiles plus selections from The Merry Widow Red Wing Feather Queen Gems of Stephen Foster and Bethany Commandery with trombone solos by L Warren and featured performances by Mabel McKinley and others.
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Chelsea Temperance Reform Club to Install Officers
The Chelsea Temperance Reform Club will install officers tomorrow night. The installation is at Broadway Hall located at 198 Broadway in Chelsea and will be conducted by the State board.
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Conn League Scores From Bridgeport to Waterbury
Bridgeport-Meriden 4 defeated Bridgeport 0 in Bridgeport. New Haven beat Wosyece 10 3 and then lost 0 3 to Holyoke in New Haven. Hartford split with Springfield 6 5 and 1 0 with Stortford. Waterbury lost 7 10 to New Britain.
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