Democratic National Convention of 1904 Opens in St. Louis
The 1904 Democratic National Convention opens with Jas. KK. Jones presiding as temporary chair. Congressman John Burk Williams of Mississippi delivers key-note opposition to the Republican platform, attacking imperialism and trusts while promising tariff reform and robust national unity. Delegates, spectators, and a band fill the vast hall as Champ Clark is slated as permanent chairman after Bailey declines.
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Platform Points Highlight Political Reforms and Trade Policy
The document outlines a Democratic platform advocating reduced federal expenses, honesty in public service, careful investigation of corrupt departments, and a president to separate executive from legislative and judicial powers. It calls for tax reduction, cautious foreign competition, open trade, Monroe Doctrine integrity, anti trust enforcement, and opposition to monopolistic banking. It notes Oklahoma and New Mexico territorial questions, hero tributes, and a quick note on the 1900 federal vote with McKinley and Bryan results and electoral changes.
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Third Day's Session at Democratic National Convention Aboard
The Democratic National Convention adjourned for the day after a lengthy session marked by clashes over the platform. Delegates heard reports from the committee on resolutions while Bryan supporters faced off against the gold plank faction. Temporary chair Clarke faced an unruly gallery as the platform and leadership discussions continued into the night.
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Democratic Convention Night Brings Parker Nomination
A vast St Louis audience witnessed the Democratic National Convention nominate Alton B. Parker at a late night session. George Gray and William J. Bryan led tumultuous support as Parker’s win followed party friction, with Parker and Hearst’s backers rallying under floodlit banners and a sea of waves.
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