Parker Elected Temporary Chairman at Democratic Convention
In Beltimore on June 25 Judge Alton D Parker was chosen as temporary chairman of the Democratic National Convention after a stormy ballot. The vote stood 570 to 530 in Parker’s favor, marking a Bryan setback as Kern was briefly nominated for speaker before Parker refused to withdraw. The scene was chaotic with continued demonstrations as Parker was escorted to the platform.
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Adams Opposes Parker for Temporary Convention Chairman
Baltimore June 25 Colorado faces a split vote over the temporary chairman as about half backing Parker and half supporting Alva Adams. Adams, Colorado national committeeman and Bryan ally, led the challenge against Parker, arguing the choice would risk political suspicion and oppose strong progressive leadership.
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Greeley Chautauqua Draws Growing Crowds and Notables
Interest in the Greeley chautauqua increases with each session as crowds grow and audiences engage. Albert L. Blair spoke on The Whirr of the American Press, noting his long newspaper background with the Boston Journal and Troy Times. The Harmony Concert company and Ralph entertained, with The Venetian Troubadours praised as top musical attractions.
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George H. Bradford
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Everett Kemp
Democratic Convention Looms with Bryan as Dominant Figure
Political deposters claim Democrats must nominate Bryan or lose the progressive vote to Roosevelt. It is predicted Bryan could run independently if conservatives control the convention and back a trust-favored candidate. Bryan would attract Republicans disillusioned by Taft's nomination.
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Democrats Plan Three Day National Convention Schedule
Baltimore June 25. The program outlines three days of Democratic National Convention events. Tuesday includes opening, temporary chair address, committee roll calls and platform talks. Wednesday covers credentials, permanent organization, rules and platform finalization. Thursday features nomination speeches for president and vice president and adjournment sine die.
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Whitlock Says Progresives Must Control Convention
Chicago June 25 Mayor Brand Whitlock of Toledo says the Baltimore convention must nominate a progressive or a third party will form as in Chicago. He warns that a conservative Democratic nominee would fracture the party and destroy the current democracy.
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Nomi
Farmers discuss independent sugar factory at Berthoud meeting
Ward Darley led 200 farmers from Johns town Longmont Loveland LaSalle and Erie in Berthoud to explore an independent beet sugar factory. George Briggs outlined acreage signups from 10 to 150 acres and a field committee was formed to secure commitments. A Johnstown meeting is planned to advance plans and La Salle farmers will report back.
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George Briggs
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Erie
la Salle
Parmers’ Union
Norris Bill Signed Affects Union Pacific Right of Way
A telegram from J L Bartlett in Washington reports President Taft has signed the Norris bill turning it into law. The measure perfects title to lands claimed as Union Pacific right of way and was contested by towns including Greeley, a decision viewed as a victory for Greeley and other affected communities.
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Windsor Council Allows Fireworks at Fourth of July
Windsor officials announced no restriction on fire crackers for children during the town Fourth of July celebration. The council also voted to remove the cemetery electrical pump and reroute its current to street wires to illuminate alleys.
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Democratic Convention May Duplicate Row of Republican Gathering
Baltimore June 25 It appears a row will form between progressives and reactionaries at the Democratic national convention with clashes over temporary and permanent organizations the platform and the nominee Bryan backs the progressives Clark and Wilson lead with about 700 votes and the reactionaries struggle to gain influence Harmon Underwood and local Boss control are debated as delegates align. The two thirds rule looms as the outcome hinges on instructed delegates.
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Woman in Men's Clothes Causes Small Town Stir
In Platteville a 35 year old woman dressed in overalls and a coat asked to change her name to Jones. She claimed to come from St Vrain after saying she would die and wanted a priest. She was taken into custody by Marshal Hogue and later moved to Greeley.
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Marshal Hogue
Beet Reaches 20 and a Half Inches in Gree ley Field
D. BE. White of near Gree ley reports a giant beet found in his field measuring twenty and a half inches from the crown. The crop was planted May 1.
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Greeley
Weld Democrats Ask Delegation To Help Bryan
Colorado Democrats led by Bryan urge the state delegation to oppose Parker for the national convention chair. Through county chairman H Reynolds a telegram was sent to Charles F. Tew of Greeley to influence against Parker and any reactionist as chair. Woodrow Wilson backs Bryan in the fight, with reports noting strength needed to overcome the arrangements committee. A protest storm forms as progressives and conservatives seek clear ranks at the convention.
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Baltimore
H. Reynolds
Charles F. Tew
Greeley
Colorado
Woodrow Wilson
Murder Threat Sparks Fear in Cokeville Wyoming
James Reynolds reports in Cokeville that a wealthy sheep owner received a note demanding 1500 dollars or his place would be burned and he would be shot. The Whitney brothers, wanted for murder, are suspected, a marshal was killed, a posse pursued the killer, and guards watch the jail amid lynching talk. Reynolds notes his wife and daughter have stayed indoors.
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