West Virginia Votes in Opposing Plank at Democratic Convention
A minority report on the league of nations and Ku Klux Klan issues will be presented to the Democratic national convention in New York. Newton D. Baker prepared an alternative plank urging a nationwide referendum on American membership, prompting a heated debate among committee members about strength and timing.
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Ku Klux Klan
Blues Away Adventures Warn as Gazette Promises Morning News
A playful local notice urges readers to rely on The Gazette for morning news while away. It hints at keeping blues away with homeward tips and a call to Capitol 66 before leaving, suggesting a light community advisory tone.
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Cox and Ralston confident in renomination
New York June 27 supporters of former Governor Cox and his running mate Ralston declared confidence that Cox will be renominated this year. They emphasized the hard campaigning four years ago and praised their leaders while noting no public demonstration occurred at the nomination.
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TaBolletta
Two Die In Akron Plane Crash Near Stow Field
In Medina County Ohio two people were killed when a plane piloted by Crivert crashed to the ground at Stow aviation field. Calvert, a civilian aviator, died later in hospital while teaching Wickersham who died at the scene. Surviving relatives include a wife and three children.
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Leaders Seek Way to Avert Klans Battle
Thoughtful leaders gathered in New York on June 2 to devise a plan to avoid open conflict over a Ku Klux Klan plank at the convention. Campaign figures and party officials from several states joined in talks to keep the fight off the floor, stressing the need to proceed to nominate a presidential candidate without a damaging confrontation.
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Norman Ki. Mack
New York
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Clarksburg Man Charged With Unlawful Possession and Virginity
Clarksburg resident Rusty Godny faces two charges including unlawful possession of a firearm and alleged Virginity related offense at the current term of court. Brubert Johnson was found guilty of unlawful sale and fined 360. Arbupant and B.D. Powers received sentences for unrelated operation offense. Jury dispersal and a new trial date set for July 7.
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Arkansas House Backs Child Labor Amendment
The Arkansas House of Representatives approved sending the proposed child labor amendment of the Constitution to the Senate. The measure urges ratification by state legislatures, moving the issue forward after debate in the lower chamber.
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Phonograph links radio to Democratic convention tests
Kansas City June tests linked phonograph with radio to record proceedings of the Democratic national convention yesterday. Warner Recording Laboratories provided equipment and the trial produced near verifiable reproduction for broadcast. Officials reported the experiment a successful step in radio transcription.
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Smith Ready to Test Strength at Democratic Nomination
New York June 21 Franklin D Roosevelt and others discuss Governor Alfred Smith’s bid for the Democratic presidential nomination at the convention. Roosevelt says support pledges come from the south and northwest while Smith attends church and meets supporters at his hotel headquarters. A denial from Roosevelt contests any Smith camp desire to barter support for better standing, as reports from Upshaw’s camp circulate.
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Coupal Named to Succeed Lawyer in Washington
Dimne 47 ter Jaimen FL Couns, curetnr or the army movie tuen Neuen spas nelmitee by Mrenidese Coulis today to be his Personal Physician, succeeding Brig adier tienuril Chorins i. Sawyer, re. Mined. Badur Caupal Was physiélan . tee Mr. Coulldke as vice prusident.
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Showdown Near as 16 Democrats Nominate and Debate Platform
The 1924 Democratic National Convention votes on its final slate of 16 presidential candidates and completes its platform except for the Ku Klux Klan plank. McAdoo and Smith lead in delegate strength as debates over policy intensify and a possible night session precedes the initial ballots.
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Gazette Convention Likely Balloting Amid New York Meeting
The Gazette reports last night’s plan at the Democratic convention in New York to clear decks for presidential balloting tonight. A direct wire will relay returns from Madison Square Garden to The Gazette office and Charleston readers may receive results almost as fast as those in the hall. Public attendance at the front theatre office is invited.
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Charleston
Nomination of Native Son of West Virginia Is Climax of Session
New York June 27. Democratic national convention sees a massive ovation as John Davis of West Virginia is nominated. Judge John Holt presented the name and Mrs Izetta Jewell Boyd of Kingwood delivered a stirring seconding speech. Mrs Brown’s tribute followed, praising Davis’s life from Clarksburg to ambassador and emphasizing honesty and world peace as key themes.
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Labor Divided On Candidates In Democratic Nomination
New York June 37 labor leaders split over whether McAdoo or Governor Smith best serves organized labor. Six heads, mainly railroad workers, demanded McAdoo’s nomination or labor would back a third party at Cleveland next week. James A. Holland and other unions pushed Smith, warning the party risks alienating workers.
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Prayer by Rev John R. Straton at Calvary Baptist Church
The Rev John R. Straton delivered a prayer at Calvary Baptist Church in New York. His remarks emphasized faith, community service, and spiritual guidance for congregants.
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