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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1928
Page
2
The Republican convention opens amid crowd energy and quiet order as Mellon and Butler rally to Hoover. Delegates lean toward Hoover after early speeches, with a path to the nomination appearing clear as key states and their plans align in the opening sessions.
Report from Kansas notes angry farmers objecting to Hoover support as delegates clash over seating and vote strategies. James Ched, U S attorney for Kansas, consoles crowd with talk of stopping Hoover while rivals claim ballot strength. Tampa onlooker reports a late surge of contesting delegates and a push toward a one ballot rally as rally chatter and politically charged lines unfold.
In a keynote address delivered at a national convention, Senator Coolidge is praised as the greatest political force amid calls to draft him for the presidency. He defends Republican policy on farm relief, tariffs, and transportation, argues for farmer self management, and cautions against unsafe political remedies. He stresses sustained prosperity and party leadership, while signaling readiness to address prohibition issues.
The Women’s Vacation Camp at Broadwater pavilion drew over 200 attendees with varied programs including addresses, music, and demonstrations. A luncheon at Placer Quill hosted 160 guests with lively talks on city and country cooperation, home life improvements, and practical crafts such as jelly making.
Two men, William Wade and Alge Johnson, are in St Peters hospital after a head-on collision on Broadwater road just outside the city. Paul McLean, Lawrence Piper, and a man in uniform were involved. vehicles demolished, batteries and gear scattered, drivers report excessive speed and poor visibility as causes. Johnson suffered minor cuts while Wade sustained severe hand and arm injuries with potential loss of use.
A political address condemns moral delinquencies across parties and lauds Republican governance under Coolidge. It praises tax cuts, debt reduction, and a cosmopolitan philanthropy, arguing the era brought wealth, stability, and higher living standards while resisting surrender of sovereignty to a world league. It highlights Hoover’s housing policy as prosperity.
Montgomery Ward & Co plans a June opening in Melena to serve thousands of customers with personal over the counter service. The store will offer dry goods, nations, ladies ready to wear, furnishings, housewares, work clothes, sporting goods, furniture, stoves and rugs across a 1,500-store plan targeting towns of over 5,000 population.
The report recounts a tense scene on the convention floor as delegates react to a push for Hoover following Grice statements. Amid cheers, boos, and whispered predictions, leaders debate the party’s path and whether to nominate Hoover, with factions showing loyalty, doubt, and strategic maneuvering.
Associated Press report from Kansas City notes Republican leaders weighing a running mate for Herbert Hoover. Secretary Mellon is cited as calling a Hoov er B as a logical pairing, with speculation naming Borah Curtis Watson and others. A separate item mentions Charles G. Heanes denying Borah's endorsement and a local store opening on June 16 amid weather and aviation notes.
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