Reading of the platform at the Democratic convention
Delegates engaged in a long session as Senator Glass led a debate over the suffrage and Irish relief planks. The reading of the platform extended to 12:47, two hours and a half after it began, with discord over timing and minority proposals.
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Opened by Mistake at San Francisco Democratic Show
In a July 2 dramatic spoof, a disjointed convention narrative ridicules Democratic and Republican gatherings. The piece lampoons speakers, platforms, and the chaotic scene, predicting continued political rodomontade and urging lighthearted resignation as the era's politics unfold.
Confident Wilson Declares Victory and Republic Traditions
A fragmented passage cites Wilson expressing perfect confidence that the party will move from victory to victory, aligning with republican traditions. The garbled text mentions a message, purpose, and insistence on purity and progress, with incomplete references to a President and Contractions.
Wood to Aid Harding Campaign in Open Talks
A half hour conference in New York between Major General Leonard Wood and Republican National Chairman Hays sparked excitement at the party’s national headquarters. An executive said Wood would actively support Senator Harding’s election, within his duty as a military officer, during the ongoing talks.
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Convention of Elks Big Time in Chicago
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks holds its grand lodge convention in Chicago from July 5 to 10. Visitors are expected to outnumber those at the Republican national gathering, with overnights arranged by the hotel information bureau. Features include wild west sports by cowboy champions and a parade planned for July 7 at the Auditorium convention hall.
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Stills Seized in Kansas as Prohibition Enforcement Grows
In Topeka on July 2 federal agents report over 40 percent of private stills have been seized in the state during the first year. Dud Lee O Litt le, Kan wag prohibition official, says enforcement continues.
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Dudlee Olittle
Ballots tally by state show McAdoo leads with Palmer in many counts
The Ballots section lists state-by-state tallies for candidates McAdoo Palmer Cox Edwards and others across numerous jurisdictions noting votes, absent or not voting statuses, and a second ballot totals. Strong entities include McAdoo Palmer Cox and Edwards with counts ranging into the hundreds in several states.
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McAdoo Nomination Hopes Persist Amid Fragmented Opponent Unity
In San Francisco the opposition to William Gibbs McAdoo failed to unite on a single candidate. McAdoo supporters predicted a nomination near the fifth ballot while anti McAdoo factions sought a candidate acceptable to all. Party leaders worked to draw in former insiders, but public unity remained elusive as platform disputes continued.
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Grocer Ad Lists Juices Olives Butter and More
A fragmented grocery ad shows grape juice in various bottle sizes with prices, Loganberry juice, queen olives labeled Abe, and imported butter and Crisco. It also mentions eggs lime juice large bottles and assorted cheeses with domestic cheese and Cottolene products in multiple price points.
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