Convention Abrogates Unit Rule Boosting Wilson Prospects
Progressives at the Democratic National Convention scored a victory by voting to abrogate the unit rule, freeing state delegations from binding votes except where state law mandates. Ohio's delegation spurred contention as Harmon forces sought unit control. The vote, 565 to 494, leaves the presidential race uncertain with nominations due tomorrow and Wilson supporters touting gains. Senator Kern of Indiana emerged as a leading choice for temporary chairman amid tense deliberations.
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The Man of the Hour in Baltimore Heats the Democratic Platform
At Baltimore the party crowd debated the platform with Bryan and Wilson factions arguing over support. Bryan declined the platform chair but said the platform would be ready after the nomination. Western Clark delegates shadowed by Parker supporters faced tensions as progressives gained momentum and Wilson’s favor sparked a 43 minute demonstration.
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Sullivan Defeats Harrison Over Credentials at Convention
Baltimore June 26 Credentials committee endorsed National committee findings in most contested delegations, except South Dakota and District of Columbia where Clark forces seated instructed delegates. Sullivan delegates from Cook county were seated by a 40 to 11 vote, with sixteen at large seated. Tension over seating and time rules sparked sharp exchanges among Illinois contenders and Mayor Harrison amid police protection remarks.
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Baltimore Convention Second Session Opens Amid Heat and Haste
In Baltimore on June 26 the second session of the convention gathers thousands of fans as reports from credentials permanent organization and rules are slated. Temporary Chairman Alton B. Parker arrives and opens the session amid delays. Bishop John Murray offers the invocation and Ex Governor Folk of Missouri addresses the body advocating the progressive platform.
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Postal Telegraph Official Accuses Rival Leader of Throttling Competition
W C Black superintendent of Postal Telegraph charges T N Wall president of American Telephone and Telegraph with attempting to throttle competition and form a combine to mislead the public. He cites a letter dated June 86 1012 from Plaines Cheyenne Wyoming and references a recent State Leader editorial.
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Ollie James of Kentucky Named Permanent Chairman
Senator Elect Ollie James of Kentucky was named permanent chairman of the national convention at a harmony meeting. The secretarial race went to Be Britton of Raleigh, N C. Theodore F Bell of California refused any nomination. Senator Culberson of Texas declined the permanent chairmanship due to health concerns.
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Aldrich declines join California progressive party committee
Governor Aldrich at Lincoln Nebraska June 26 said he will not join Governor Johnson of California in leading the eighteen member committee to organize the progressive faction of Roosevelt adherents. He will play regular and take no part in any bolting program.
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Senator Anthony Higgins of Delaware Dies in New York
Wilmington Del June 26 Senator Anthony Higgins of Delaware died today at his brother’s home 27 Washington Square New York. He was over 80 years old and served as U S Senator elected from Delaware as a Republican state. He had been ill for some time.
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Taft Veto of Woolen Bill Sparks Denunciation
In Baltimore June 26 the convention platform committee debates tariff and tax policies. The New York and Newlands drafts influence the platform with calls for direct presidential election and a single six year term. Taft veto of woolen and other free bills is denounced amid talks of income tax and federal aid programs.
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Barons Relates to Relanch Werth Death by Jumping Window
London June 26 Baroness de Relanch Werth formerly Mins and Morgan Hi of Washington died by self inflicted jump from a nursing home window while in hysteria. Her marriage prospects were blocked by her parents last fall and a rapid courtship in Paris led to a hurried wedding and El elope abroad.
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