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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1920
Page
9
Widespread wire pulling for leadership continued through the night as eleven candidates debated for seven hours. Despite speeches and demonstrations by London boosters, efforts to adjourn the convention failed, with large crowds backing the leaders and a grand parade across the city.
Eleven candidates for president were received in nomination as the Republican National Convention opened in Chicago. Wood and Lowden topped the list with other contenders following. The session lasted over seven hours with nominating and seconding speeches and plans to adjourn after a few ballots, four ballots taken before adjournment. The roll call began at 10 pm with Alabama passing and Arizona yielding to Kansas for Gen. Wood under Gov. Henry Allen.
Chicago June 1 General Wood led Governor Lowden by about a quarter of the votes as the first ballot closed. On later ballots Wood gained less than expected while Lowden surpassed projections. Insiders say outcomes remain uncertain for tomorrow’s voting and the big three faces growing questions about momentum.
June 11 reports say the United States government agreed to buy 14,909 tons of Argentine sugar for five months from June to October to aid canning and preserving industries amid a looming shortage. Lt General Palmer aide A W Riley announced the allocation and pledged supply at a reasonable price despite disputes over duty and distribution.
Secretary Baker wrote Gent aa Pershing today that he would retire, to tell sure that Kres Figon would extend the secretary's letter. June, Senate at Senate planning, reorganization contemplated by the recent act of Congress. Your knowledge of Mr Quinn ions indispensable and final aim for promotion advised by Congress. Your military life active. if you revive fee) wits, the president will heed your wishes. The country and president will know your country’s call will find you ready.
Chicago delegates claim no agreement after fourth ballot and plan to resume talks at morning session. Conference leaders urge Wood and Lewden to test strength for a possible dark horse. Johnson headquarters report promise of compromise offers from various factions as leaders calibrate support from New York Michigan Wisconsin and Kentucky.
Senator Borah of Idaho announced he would not endorse Lowden or Wood. He stated the party would be judged by its stand on corruption of the American people rather than nominations. He spoke at a Johnson campaign meeting, urging frank talk on the convention and the platform.
Boies Penrose directs old guard moves via his secretary Leighton C Taylor using a “100 per cent efficient” telephone system. The new cut sidelines Penrose himself, casting him in the background as the scandal unfolds in Philadelphia.
In Chicago on a sweltering day the Old Guard fights to stop the military man General Leonard Wood from winning. Governor Frank Lowden gains ground with late ballots but Wood remains ahead as factions broker deals to shape the nomination. Delegations shift overnight as states like New York and Pennsylvania anchor power while Coolidge Ohio and others hold tentative stands. The day ends with Wood on top but Lowden pressing, amid a tangle of party maneuvering and retreating hopes.
A New York jury found Police Inspector Henry Milice Peminick guilty of perjury after he testified before an extraordinary grand jury. The case centers on claims that Assistant District Attorney James B. Smith attempted a gambling partnership with him. Deliberations lasted nearly four hours amid a feud between the district attorney and police officials. Milice had faced prior indictments for neglect of duty related to a vice probe in the Tenderloin district.
Indiana delegates realign after the second ballot at the Indianapolis convention. Several district reps shift from Wood to Harling or other candidates, altering faction balance as members switch amid late tallies and referenda in the race.
Pred Martin won a seat on the executive committee of Post 47 American Legion at a crowded meeting despite a thin turnout due to poor weather. The group pledged to promote Armistice Day as a local holiday and cooperate with the national organization in a county-wide effort, selecting a committee to organize events and seeking public support for the observance.
General support rises to 314.5 votes on the latest ballot as Lowden advances to 289 and Senator Johnson reaches 140.5. The tally shifts reflect a three contestant race with Wood holding the lead and Lowden and Johnson narrowing the gap in the ongoing tally.
Four ballots at the Republican National Convention failed to yield a nominee with a majority. Wood, Lowden, and Johnson led a three cornered fight as adjournment was called after the fourth ballot, with Johnson holding the balance of power and no clear shift in delegates.
In Philadelphia the Tage boat No. 25 was struck by a squall and capsized in the Delaware River. Seven crewmen are unaccounted for with rescue operations ongoing as officials report initial casualty rumors may be unconfirmed.
Montreal June 11 The Amare lean Federation of Labor prepared to offer support to the Democratic party in exchange for its labor policy demands. Leaders plan to condemn the GOP and appeal to Democrats for labor platform adoption while noting no immediate labor party run this year. Samuel Gempergs and others worked on a plan to push action, with possible drastic moves against the Republican party discussed.
Readable fragments show Pennsylvania officials debating Sproul policy and a governor opening remarks. Delegates are referenced in tense sessions as questions of withdrawal and approval loom amid unclear timelines.
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