Wets and Days Aligning in Fight Over Platform
Bryan proposes a plank calling for stronger Volstead Act enforcement. Postmaster General Burleson drafts two alternatives for the wets, aiming to sway party platform alignment.
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1920
Page
7
Democrats Clash Over Prohibition Planks at Convention
In San Francisco on June 27 the Democratic nominating fight over alcohol policy heated up as Bryan urged strict enforcement of the Volstead Act without raising beverage strength while Postmaster General Burleson proposed alternative planks favoring modification or repeal of harsh provisions. Both sides sought party unity as the liquor contest heads to the resolutions committee and the convention floor.
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Calif
William J. Bryan
Burleson
Resolutions Committee
Democratic Party
Burteson
Burieson
Supreme Court
Any
Democratic Race Heats Up As McAdoo And Cox Vie For Lead
Francisco June 27 The convention opens as the Democratic nomination fight tightens between McAdoo and Cox. Both sides claim strong first ballot strength with McAdoo supporters swinging 300 to 350 votes and Cox backers around 1250. Palmer, favored by some for later ballots, may split votes between Cox and McAdoo. The Palmer boom appears weakened but will attract votes after the first ballot, with Palmer possibly drawing from various favorite sons. The article notes other hopefuls like Owen Meredith and Hoover, and hints at Palmer’s impact on the early tally. Continued on page 3 column B.
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Rickey Francisco
Cnl
McAdoo
Cox
Roth Sroens
Larre
Owen
Palmer
Lin
MecAdco
Lis
Valmer
Sam
Meador
Wood
Lowden
Mr- Adoo
Bryan
Pal Fee
Diack
Motorcycle And Two Riders Plunge From FiftyFoot Bluff
A motorcycle and two riders fell about fifty feet down an embankment from the Blunton road near the St Marys river. The motorcyclist and passenger suffered multiple cuts and injuries and were taken home by private vehicles. Local authorities and bystanders aided at the scene.
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Dirmen
Maylin Neyman
Clement Belt
Blunton
St. Mary’s
Nerry
Mat Point
Beth Couns
Uhak
Women’s political platform push stirs suffrage debate
In a lively suffrage discussion, Mrs. AbeY Scat, head of Lay militant suffragists, advocates a Democratic plank urging ratification of the constitutional amendment. The plan calls on governors of non ratifying states to convene legislatures and vote for the amendment to favor women’s suffrage in the 1920 elections.
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Sax Francisco
Dore
Ivory Camp
Suivnas
Abey Scat
Woman's Party
Domnente
United States
Democratic Leaders Worry Over Platform Planks At San Francisco
Delegates at the Democratic convention confront tense debates over the league of nations and Lodge reservations. Wilson supporters maneuver to shape the platform while Glass is named to head the resolutions committee, provoking concern from Walsh and Montana backers who fear anti Lodge phrasing. Column notes Bryn’s continued push as the campaign issue dominates.
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Dari
Senistor Lodge
Hitchcock
Wilson
Mix
Breen
Walsh
Montanus
Tan
Glass
Virginia
Glage
Wilton
Tyne
Montana
Lodge
League of Nations
Bryhn
Manifesto by Villa supporters cements patriot claim
Washington dispatch reports a manifesto from Villa supporters including Valles chief of staff and fifty officers declaring loyalty to constitutional revolution aims. It warns Agua Prieta faction will bring discord and urges General Villa to retire to private life after elections, establishing a democratic government by the people.
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Ashington
Franciges
Renenis
Valles
Maniry
Wulen Rewched
Washington Trey
Eer Anj
Manifesta
Republic
Treagh
Ury
Peira
Leon
Istill
Ura
Vila
Semone
Families Dead in Crossing Tragedy Near Nashville
A car with the William Litherland family of Nashville Indiana was struck by an Illinois Central passenger train ten miles west of Franklin. Two persons were killed and a third seriously injured as the driver failed to yield to the oncoming train. The deceased were William Litherland 38 and Mrs William Litherland 32 along with a younger daughter. The crash occurred as the party traveled from Nashville Indiana to a local destination.
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Franklin
Nne
Elding
Here
Nashville
Indiana
William Litherland
Ind
Wiliam Lit
Pioneer family matriarch dies after peaceful decline
Mrs Blears Wo Tend of Fort Wayne, a longtime pioneer in Indiana, died quietly at 7 yesterday morning at the family residence. Born October 12 1848 in Port Warne she was daughter of Trane Nelson and Elizabeth Nelson, married to Ritta Henry Wo Bond, linked to Townley Dew Wald. Her brother Firiam Nelson once ran the Kansas City Star. The death brings sorrow to numerous friends in the region.
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Port Warne
Trane
Tecate Nelson
Elizabeth Tackwell Nelson
Fort Wayne
Lindonwagd
Marsied du
Kansas City Star
Tnekagen
United States
Read
Convention 10 Has Big Three in Fight for Nomination
Associated Press report from San Francisco notes McAdoo Cox and Palmer expected to seek the Democratic presidential nomination. National Committeeman Love of Texas says MeAdoo’s spokesman expects Meadow to accept the nod. Dialogue hints at McAdoo’s possible acceptance despite opposition and tense party dynamics.
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Associated Press
Francisco
Ccaboo
Pejee
Lave
Texas
MeAdoo
Mrn Meadow
Love
McAdoo
Indiana Delegation Battles Over Presidential Nominations
In San Francisco Indiana delegates weigh backing Marshall for president while Governor Ralston and Senator Taggart dispute the path to the nomination. Marshall says he seeks only party good in Indiana and would support a fellow Democrat if it aids the cause. The vice president remains noncommittal, insisting he will not seek the nomination and reiterating commitment to party interests.
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Raberg
Tuck
San Francisco
Thendiana
Marshall
Indiana
Samuel M. Ralston
Taggart
Ralstom
Ralston
Fee
House
Opposition to Sunday carnival opening by city ministers
A meeting of the city's Ministerial Association will formalize protests against opening the carnival next Sunday. The event, run by John S. Korerr under Federation of Labor, faces opposition over Sabbath gambling devices. Clergy and church classes condemn Sunday opening. police report no gambling will occur next Sunday.
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John S. Korerr
Federation of Labor
Fort Wayne
Cay
Sessler
Atros
Lesster
Anton
Teagan
Hay
Teerger
Chylatiin Jones
Avery
Mereelar
Sbsslor
Salem Reformed Grace
Cox and Palmer Battle for Platform at Democratic Convention
In San Francisco at the Democratic National Convention the fight centers on platform planks. Bryan, Bryan McCarthy, and Wilson forces clash over prohibition, league of nations, and Irish questions. Cox and Palmer lead diplomatic contests, with McAdoo unseen yet maneuvering for influence around opening ballots.
Saulsbury Sees Vice President As Compromise
Saulsbury proposes a compromise choosing a vice president as a viable nomination. He names Medsion Cox Palmer and Palmer as possible picks, arguing the vice presidency offers influence and broad support. He believes such a candidate could win if a nomination stalemate occurs at the convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saulsbury
Train Hits Truck Killing Ten Near Huntingburg
Ten people died when a freight carrying picnickers was struck by a passenger train one mile west of Huntingburg around 8:45 this morning. Nine were injured and rushed to Evansville’s St Marys Hospital. The derailed wreck halted a special train en route to Evansville, arriving at 3 p.m. local dispatch lists the dead and injured, including driver 30, and several children among the victims. The crossing near Huntingburg and Doss Road is obstructed by debris, obscuring oncoming trains from the road.
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Tad
Dune
Ivansville
Oakland City
Olelock
Ed Rent
Chirles Rehl
Walter Stieneker
Avs
Mongo
Stutsman
Ben Fuselis
George Eusctis
Maya
Will Hartke
Avert
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Death claims harvester head in Wisconsin home
Sidney Post vice president Dustine Gonal Esrwester died at his home in Wisconsin after a brief illness. The obituary notes his leadership at the harvesting firm and his long service. A memorial service is planned with details announced locally.
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Dustine
Sidney Post
Wismbarh
Ines
State Delegations Organizing Amid Nomination Ballots
In San Francisco June reports describe Delaware and other delegations organizing for a nomination vote. John Sty Williams leads the presiding effort while McAdna is named in nomination and others are considered for Vice President and Ambassador posts. Delegates discuss support for Morenas and a proposed resolution committee member Hy Morpty is elected with reform expectations.
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J. O. Wolcort
Delaware
A. Mazel
Cate McAdna
Marshall
Pivis
John Sty Willams
Moat
Anil
Noorh Nakata
Coton
Pest
Wes
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