Compromise Platform Passed At Democratic Convention
In Houston on June 28, the Democratic National Convention approved a compromise platform with Moody ceasing his opposition. Gov Moody supported the prohibtion plank, while the convention read and debated the platform amid noisy gallery attendance and delays. The session featured a fusion of oratory, a gavel-tapping show of order, and a crowded reading of the platform including a tough stance on enforcement of the Constitution.
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Fire incident targets a woman and child case
Fragmentary OCR text reports a dog named Veillie Fillis or similar involved in a fire or assault scenario, mentioning a pug, a lady on bread, and Mrs Brown, with unclear actions or outcomes. The passage is garbled, containing names and phrases suggesting violence or property harm but lacks clear facts.
Second Choice Plans Muddled in Democratic Delegation
Houston dispatch reports confusion over party strategy as Smith seeks the nomination. Robinson emerges as a contested running mate option amid southern opposition and shifting endorsements. Hitchcock and Reed figures spark discussions on West and dry issues, with Hull’s candidacy gaining tentative support.
Smith cohorts line up for presidential nomination rush
SAM HOUSTON HALL Houston June 28 delegates marshal pace to nominate a president by Friday. New York governors' managers pressed an early afternoon session to push speeches and palletting. At 3:07 p.m. the convention resumed after lunch and roll call. North Carolina yielded to Tennessee as Harvey H. Hannah of Nashville placed Cordell Hull's name.
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West Virginia Ant i Smiths Spurn Reed Demonstration
West Virginia anti Smiths refused to carry the Mountain State banner at Reed parade as the Democratic convention opened. Co E Smith of Fairmont led a waning effort to join anti Smiths in a Reed demonstration. Clyde B Johns on of Charleston led the opposition. The WV delegation voted 10 2 for Smith and 61 8 for anti Smith, with some antis likely backing Reed or Cordell Hall. Summers county Democrats protest the national committee picks and threaten Republican votes as a response. Page 4, Part 2, Calendar.
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Platform highlights in Democracy 1928 convention pronouncement
The four thousand word document pledges the party to enforce the eighteenth amendment and all federal laws, while attacking Republican corruption. It calls for farm credit aid, federal farm board, tariff reform, wage protections, and explicit pledges on foreign policy, labor, veterans, education, monopolies, flood control, and state rights.
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New Yorker Alfred E Smith Nominated For President
Alfred E Smith, four term New York governor and longtime favorite son, was nominated for the presidency by the Democratic National Convention after a single ballot. A late surge brought Smith to 849 2-3 votes, narrowly surpassing the needed threshold, with supporters celebrating and anti Smith factions granting reluctant acceptance. The convention adopted the platform without a roll call, and the party prepared to name a running mate at tomorrow’s session, with Senator Robinson of Arkansas as a leading contender.
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Indiana
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Nebraska
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Charmed Political Life Led by Alin N Al in New York
Alfred Emanuel Smith rose from a youth on New York City sidewalks to four term governor and a Democratic presidential candidate. He fought hostile legislatures, clashed with Hearst and Bryan, and built a vast New York political following. Born December 30, 1873, in Brooklyn, he rose from low beginnings through Tammany Hall to state power, famed for fighting spirit and candor.
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Party Leaders Congratulate Governor Smith on Nomination
Houston June 28 The retiring Democratic leader John W. Davis sent a congratulatory message to Governor Al Smith promising support and underscoring honesty and equality as party values. Senator Robinson of Arkansas and Evans Woollen of Indiana also sent congratulations. George W. Olvany and Franklin D. Roosevelt voiced strong backing and predicted broad support for Smith.
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Democratic nominating clash at Cedar Island lodge convention
President Goldye faced a steep contest as Governor South captured the Democratic nomination for president. The convention proceeded with a narrow vote and Cedar Island lodge records show the inoperative status of the event during the Democratic conclave.
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