28 Jun 1912
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1912
Page
1
Baltimore dispatch reports a noisy Democratic convention scene with advocates for Clark and Wilson. Observers note intrigue, shifting allegiances, and dynamic cheers as delegates pledge support, while Princeton’s backing boosts Woodrow Wilson and Clark’s nomination prospects remain undecided.
Paterno convicted in Rome for stabbing Princess Giulia Trigone di Sant’ Billa, wife of a royal aide, after a web of illicit letters and jealous moods. He receives life imprisonment and seven years solitary confinement. The sensational trial drew crowds and public scrutiny of high official life.
American medical officers arrive in San Juan to lead a rapid campaign against bubonic plague. Lt Col Jefferson R. Keene Major Frederick F. Russell Lt H Foucar and PAS R H Creel along with Dr Charles Williams join Porto Rico authorities to curb spread as sixteen deaths are reported. Health certificates become mandatory for departures from San Juan amid protests from interior towns.
In Baltimore on June 27 Bryan crushed the unit rule and targeted Wall Street influence. He condemned J Pierpont Morgan Thomas F Ryan and August Belmont as money trusts pressing control over the party. Delegates debated withdrawal of several financial backers as Bryan urged a free and progressive nomination.
Drury B. Badgeley, a wealthy farmer from Pleasant Hill near Parkersburg West Virginia, was attacked by a swarm of bees that settled in his hair and beard and stung him to death before medical aid could reach him.
Samuel Krampter, a Harlem baker, lost his balance at work and fell into a dough mixer with revolving knives. He was killed in the incident in New York.
A Democratic convention in Baltimore votes 899 to 189 to expel J Pierpont Morgan Thomas Fortune Ryan and August Belmont from party councils. The body declares opposition to any presidential candidate linked to those interests and calls for their delegates to withdraw.
A fragmentary sports item notes Nebraska figure Bryan pressing ahead in progressive play, with a likely finish looming. It mentions lively audience energy and a wild session as delegates react when favorites are named. The piece includes timing of several figures.
In Baltimore on June 27 historic party votes topple Wall Street influence led by Morgan Ryan Belmont Bryan secures a decisive victory in amended Coronel Bryan resolutions while Wilson Clark Kern Bryan supporters clash over who leads. First ballot deadlock looms as convention stalls past midnight amid chaotic demonstrations and tense negotiations.
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