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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1924
Page
2
A chaotic 192? page recounts a Democratic convention scene with Pat Harrison, Cardinal Gibbons, Anna Case, and speakers praising Wilson. Delegates shout, sing, and react to a martyred president’s tribute amid divisive politics and theatrical rhetoric.
The Connecticut delegation faced disarray as supporters of Smith tried to rally for the convention. Archibald Wendt of Bridgeport and Pat Harrison of Mississippi were noted as figures in the push, while selections for the National Committee drew attention amid a tense meeting at the Hotel Commerce.
The report notes an automobile collision involving Dominic Pisca of Tisety Pinte. He faced reckless driving charges in the Criminal Court of Common Pleas, with a $50 fine and costs assessed after the case was nolled on part of the matter.
The cabinet meeting in Washington is reported as the White House tunes into radio chatter from the Democratic convention in New York. Observers note President Coolidge has grown fond of the wireless and may appear at the convention in coming sessions.
The piece recounts a chaotic pageant with delegates applauding songs by Miss Anny Case and critiquing the keynote by Senator Harrison. It mocks speeches by presidents, notes crowd reactions, and mentions Grover Cleveland and other historical figures, ending with a hotel gag and a Bohemian advertisement.
The Democratic platform committee battles over League of Nations Ku Klux Klan prohibition and farm aid as delegates clash on rules to nominate and on the party platform. McAdoo backers push for seats while Glass and Harrison camps seek influence amid heat and protests.
The Bridgeport Post Publishing Company announces a former printer bureau will collect fingerprints for World War veterans applying for adjusted compensation. Application blanks are distributed by foreign nations and facilities provide prints this afternoon and until further notice at 140 Middle Street. Fee is charged for the service.
A chaotic analysis outlines factional clashes headed by McAdoo and Smith. It predicts a vicious platform fight and a fractious convention, with punitive infighting and calls for a doctor to calm the riven camp.
A civic gathering in the Universalist Church featured supporters of a World Harmony Plan led by Lake’s son and Christophe take father of an inventor. Speakers discussed submarines dispatch arms and peace efficiency while committees met to file platform ideas on gender rights education welfare and public defense.
Delegates and alternates fill the hall as they back Woodrow Wilson’s memory and press for party unity. Pat Harrison speaks about Republican failures while waves of song and a Missouri banner signal the crowd’s emotional moment. The New York delegation and Mayor Fiorello La Guardia attend as the convention closes the day with hopes of victory.
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