Democratic attack on Chicago Republican platform at convention
Senator Robinson of Arkansas denounces the Chicago platform for ambiguities and profiteering, defends Wilson era policy, and urges Democratic victory in November. He links suffrage to ratification of the treaty and argues the GOP would threaten world peace and U.S. credibility with its stance on Mexico Armenia and league.
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Physician Endorsement for Mayr's Wonderful Remedy
A physician reports his wife relieved from years of stomach trouble after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. He claims twenty years in practice and recommends the product to others, promising one dose will convince or money back. Sold at all druggists.
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Gallivan Calls Irish Unity Needed for Democratic Plank
Massachusetts congressman James A. Gallivan left San Francisco with a congressional committee to Yosemite. He said he would stay neutral on Irish factional fights until Irish leaders unite on the Democratic platform plank, insisting he fights for liberty but will not engage in internal disputes.
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McAdoo Boom Gathers Steam With Federal Support
In San Francisco on June 29 the McAdoo campaign gains momentum as propaganda mounts around the idea of a saved world needing a son-in-law. Prominent federal office holders join in applauding Mr McAdoo's name, enhancing the movement despite prior suspicions.
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Convention Winds Through Surreptitious Candidacy Rumors
A despatch details speculation on possible nominees led by McAdoo and Davis amid clandestine discussions. The piece notes excitement at the convention, hints at hidden identities, and wryly observes pronunciation quirks and tense, buoyant mood within the party.
Tiz Foot Bath Promises Relief for Tired Feet
A promotional block extols Tiz foot bath as a cure for tired aching feet. It claims corn calluses bunions vanish, poisonous exudations draw out, and feet feel comfortable enough to wear smaller shoes.
Wealth, politics and press agents at the Republican convention
The report mocks Baruch and Vanderlip amid a Chicago convention scene. It contrasts Wall Street influence with the Democratic base and notes public fascination with Wilson imagery and a painting unveiled to delegates. The piece satirizes wealth, media hype, and party dynamics in a late era political setting.
Halcyon Days in the Democratic House
A reflective piece from 1920 imagines Democratic delegates in tension over a dry plank and prohibition. The narrator foresees a Tam many district leader returning home to face a curious constituent about beer and politics, while party unity on foreign relations is urged.
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Sidelights on Frisco Convention
San Francisco June 29 Secretary of the Navy Daniels helps open the convention on the battleship New Mexico. McAdoo allies claim New York delegates and women back him while Pershing receives strong applause. A ruckus spectator attempted to smash a platform table with a hammer.
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Californians Welcome Visitors With Fruit and Festivities
At the Palace Hotel a city committee arranged five pound fruit baskets for visiting delegates. Bellhops delivered fresh California fruit while discussions and a Bay cruise planned for the day. Burleson’s arrival dampened some McAdoo supporters, as locals and visitors mixed over tastes and hats in the convention scene.
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Vague Political Rhetoric On Attire And Delegates
The text mocks political delegates, comparing Democrats and Republicans to theatrical characters. It comments on attire such as celluloid collars, ties, suspenders, derby hats, and palm beach suits, noting a flashy bankroll visible under their undershirts.
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Cox Accepts Invite to Speak at Provincetown Fourth
Lieutenant-Governor Channing Cox accepted the invitation to speak at Provincetown's Fourth of July celebration to be held next Sunday.
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Wonderful Fruit Medicine Promises Quick Relief
Fruit-a-tives claims to aid indigestion liver trouble constipation headaches neuralgia and more. The product is said to be the only fruit based medicine containing apples oranges figs and prunes with tonics and antiseptics. Pricing is 50c per box six for 2 50 or 25c for a trial size. available at dealers or by mail from Fruit-a-tives Limited Odenso Burg New York.
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