Convention Splendor and Politics at 1942 National Gathering
A detailed account of the 1942 Republican and Democratic national conventions, noting the grand Chicago hall setup, platforms, and the ceremonial prominence of George Washington as a symbol. Observations describe packed galleries, telephonic and radio equipment, and the crowd of reporters awaiting speeches and nominee selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arepublican
Republican National
Geores
Washington
Gutlery
Mrs Longworth May Nominate Col Roosevelt
Chicago dispatch reports mounting speculation over a possible nomination effort by Mrs. Longworth for Col Roosevelt as the Republican vice presidential candidate. The piece notes discussions with Secretary Mills and other leaders, plus the mix of potential rival names from key state delegations and invitations from various party factions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cro A Dickson
Chicago
Charles Curtis
Washington
Dolly Crile Cary
Ginn
Longworth
Millan
Anderstend
Gav
Theodora Rannovell
Piltonites
Che Pont
Piffermit
Masanchiunette
Alvan T Fuller
Alfiongn
New York
Ahnit Mador Gonarat Damen G. Harbord
Radio Corporation of American
Ane Toner United
Alates Bonator
Damon Wadaworth
Tanrestalative
Joan Q. Tirana
Connecticut
Fn Yetrango
Boise
Dawes Quietly Tops Second Place Boost in Washington
Dawes, a prominent figure formerly associated with the Dawes campaign, secures a rapid lead in the struggle for second place in Washington. Details remain sparse as the scene focuses on the swift quietus of the rival surge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawes
Quick Quietus
General Dawes Denies Candidacy for Vice President
General Dawes issued a statement saying he is not a candidate for the vice presidential nomination and asked friends not to embarrass him by their support despite press reports of a possible bid. Dawes resignation from the Reconstruction Finance Corporation last week fueled speculation about his potential selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nols
Chicago
Jis
Tawes
Duagness
Dawes
Hiv
Unicago
Charles G. Dawes
Repulityan Conventrnelyelos
Curtin
Rome
Menteing
Neva
Silver Producing States Active in G. O. P. Meet
Silver producing states display strong participation in the Republican gathering as delegates discuss candidate prospects and regional ore outputs. The meeting highlights include talks on mining policy, supply chain impacts, and economic considerations affecting silver markets.
Silver men push for a silver plank at national convention
A silver conference chaired by Ernest Bamberger, national committeeman-elect, urges restoring silver as standard money to stabilise world economies. Participants include Chase Charles TD Titles of New York, W Mont Perry of Salt Lake City, Irving Rockwell of Idaho, and several state delegates, with influence aimed at Western backing and a silver platform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Bamberger
Imam
SOV
Third Party Talk Dominates Pre-Convention Speeches
A large crowd filled a college rally where speakers urged repeal and discussed party fault lines. Prohibition and leadership proposals dominated debate with references to Alfred E. Smith and Charles Sabin, while other remarks touched on McKeown and a murder conviction case.
Willebrandt and McCormick Clash At Chicago Convention
Former assistant attorney general Mabel Walker Willebrandt, California delegate at large, insists she follows her own policy on prohibition. Ruth Hanna McCormick Simms objects to being called Mrs McCormick and notes her husband’s Senate campaign may be blocked. Delegates crowd at the Congress Hotel as party headquarters bustle disrupts the lobby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Gardiner
Maine
Chicago
Mabel Walker Willebrandt
California
Ruth Hanna McCormick Simms
Mark Hanne
Illinois Republican
Ma Mes McCormick
New Mexico
Mrs McCormick
Congress Hotel
Republican National Committee
Philippine Liberty Bill Sparks Senate Debate and Vote Hopes
In a lengthy Senate session, heated discussion over the Philippine Liberty Bill continues with independence advocates pressing for a vote before adjournment. Amid broader coverage, New York figures are noted in unrelated civic contexts and a Tokyo appointment is reported, while a convention exhibit wows delegates with Wisconsin enthusiasm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Philippine Ford
Rendense
Also Mentioned on This Page
Sten
Big Sonvention
United States
Nalionicole Ord
Ginine Husky &Hy
Amioceap
Shieh
Rariady
Mayer Penn
Sania
Theo Keemed
Aperh
Sarah Schuyler Hutler
Columbia
Republican State Committee
Bulls A. Yoal
Huntington
W. Va
Repeblican National Committee
Truth Hanna McConick
Iino
United States Senate
Oliners
Ohio
Mark Flanna
Paul FitzSimons
Newport
R.T
National
Rhode Island
Red Cross
Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt
Paul Fitz- Simons
USN
Mra Worthingham Scranton
Scranton
Panngvivon and Plonger
Toval Wherry
Wades OG Dawes
Ald
Charlla
Dune
Obinin
Weal
Carl We
Owel Malle
Inka Cama
Aponahe Domeerada
Prandin Rooseyatta
Nisk
Alfred B. Smith
Nicholas Murray Butler
Republicaly
Republicas
Charles Sabin
Women's Organization For National Prohibition Reform
Ald Ale apAko An
Merbowns
Seattle
Albert G. McKeown
Wan
Pema Coliet
Tomas Accond Dorrgo
Aga
Conoco
America
Philippines
Fioneva
Burmpel Sonebury
Hofstadter
New York City
Hobart College
Counel Foe
Tokyo
Joseph G. Grew
Japan
Hyathaan
Wisconsin
Niewera
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!