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Muscatine Journal

Location

Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1912

Page

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Progressive Victory Confirms Wilson Nomination Move

June 27 Lattimore, Ma. Bryan-Wilson progressives won again at the Democratic convention overturning the credentials committee and seating ten Wilson delegates from South Dakota. New York’s ninety votes shifted to Wilson. The minority report vote showed 630,443 yes and 497 no with 154 not voting including South Dakota. The Philppine Islands were excluded after a ruling. The scene featured clashes, banners, and demonstrations in a tense armory as Wilson and Clark factions battled for the nomination without a clear victor.

Lattimore South Dakota Wilson Woodrow Wilson New York Yons Whsant Credential Committee Arizona Avkingay California Lees Connetiowl Delaval's Florida Sre Idaho Illinois Tadmonaw Town Kansas Kentucky Louisiann Taryland Massachustia Michigan Minnesota Montana New Jersey New Moxted North Carolina North Dakota Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island Seth Carolln Wisconsin Columbia Hawaii Clark Chirk Philipylag Philippias Islands John Ciary Williams Phillynine Islands Supreme Court United States Parker A. Guttenmicher Dakot R. S. Morris de Wilson Delorates Morris Ie Committee On Afi National Committee Cearly Wm. A. McCorkle West Virginia Wilson Bryan- Clark Tcket Chanin Clark McCorkle McCarkle Luke Lea M. Crane Torna Fenty Texas Henry Thon Wilsonmiryan Blanchard Louisiana Grane Tleapoka Theodore A. Bell Califorain Bell Souk Dakota Champ Clavie Bedlam Joosy Severst Chanp Clark Underwood ML Twanner New Jor Vney Clark Transparencs Massachusetts Pho Wnrone Claris Aiscourt Clark Tenart Gog Boxston Bryan Welson

Debate Over Unit Rule Change At New York Convention

Delegates debate how the new unit rule binding applies to delegates chosen by state conventions. Charles R Crisp explains the amendment. delegates elected by congressional districts or primaries remain unbound. Supporters of Governor Wilson argue the change could boost his votes beyond the expected eighteen from Ohio.

Baltimore Widhere Delogatem Charles R. Crisp Parliae Pientarion Committee On Rules Orlap Delegatta Woodrow Wilson Ohta

Ollie James Elected Permanent Chairman At Convention

Report from Baltimore June 27 describes Ollie James being elected permanent chairman on the committee on permanent organization. He was escorted to the platform amid applause as Senator La Follette attended as spectator. Taft and Roosevelt indicted claims referenced, with tributes to Lincoln and interactions with Mrs Taft noted. Adjournment set for 4 pm then reconvening for presidential nominating speeches.

Baltimore la Follettes Wisconsin la Follette Ollia James James Sennator Bankhead Alabama Hughes New Jerssey Pomerenc Ohio Flesgerald Boston Chafiman James Aigla Kentucky Nynce Cross Tait Republican Party Taft Theodore Roosevelt Abraham Lincsin Lincoln Tutt Tatt Noorana Bryan

Clergyman 15 Arrested in Anti Liquor League Perjury Case

June 27 report from Buntalo indicates the arrest of Rev. Alton W. Cowles a respected clergyman and anti-saloon movement figure following the earlier arrest of an Anti Lague agent for perjury. Cowles denies wrongdoing and calls for a full investigation of his actions and motives.

Vollows Buntalo al Gentiereo Walter Hall Alton WH. Cowles Ted Cowles

Mrs Taft and Democratic Convention Chaos Draw Baltimore Visit

Mrs Taft visited Baltimore amid anticipated chaos at the Democratic national convention. The article notes her husband William Howard Taft facing opposition from delegates and mentions Mrs Tuttias in a dispute with Mrs Hugh Wallace.

Will Walch Washington, D. C Wm. H. Taft Baltimore Sue Tuttias Aga Enest Hugh, Wallace

Long flight over the North Sea by airship from Hamburg

The Goppenlin airship Luise set out from Hamburg at 1:15 AM for a ten hour over sea trip with twelve passengers. The craft aimed to show an air raid capability at 45 miles per hour with a radius as wide as London to Bristol. The Victoria Tango landed in Namburg at 3:15 PM after a nine hour flight.

Wamburg Germany Toriy Luise Fle North Sea Ip Fy Dingland London Hamburg Bristol Emden Nameburg

Convention whispers weigh on Bryan Clark and Wilson

Report from the convention floor notes renewed talk of William Jennings Bryan as a possible nominee while supporters of Champ Clark insist no defection dents Clark. Alfred Ward recounts conservative chatter that Bryan may already wield influence by naming the candidate. The debate centers on Wilson Clark and Bryan with no firm commitment from Bryan.

Beynt Mr. Bryan Ar. Bryan Bryan Champ Clark Clark Tle Teis Wilson Bryant

Franke Refuses to Back President Tait Campaign

CPO Franke, Iowa Republican chairman, declares he will not join any committee aiding President Tait's campaign. He urges support for the statewide ticket while allowing Republicans to withhold backing Tait if they question national matters or honesty in politics. The statement was made today at an Iowa GOP event.

Dey Moibes Tait Sampaign Willl Cpo Franka Iowa Republican State Central Committee Franke Talt T Will

Senate and House Adjourn After Morning Sessions

The Senate met at 10 o'clock and adjourned at 10 40 a.m. on Monday to reconvene later. a bill on legislative appropriations was assigned to the committee and the House met at noon and adjourned at 12 25 p.m. on Monday.

Senate House

Bryan Declares Convention Clipped Tail Of Ryan's Cat

Baltimore June 27 Jan 7.1 Bryan said the convention yesterday clipped off the tail of Thomas F. Ryan's cat. He noted delegates expecting a statement on the party standard bearer but would not tip plans. Crowds surrounded Bryan at the resolutiory committee, and he joked about not having time to shave while busy fighting bosses.

Iconvention Ryan Bryan Baltimore Thomas F. Ryan Nebraska York Mr. Bryan Resolution Committee

Factions clash over Clark South Dakota delegates seating

The Iowa delegation plans a floor fight at the convention over seating Clark delegates from South Dakota. Bryan supporters led by Walter Dewey and Morris OConnell oppose Iowa's voting as they contest Clark candidacy. Ely of Davenport reports Bryan men staging meetings and threats as Bryan and Clark factions clash in Baltimore and Washington.

Elesha FP Hanson Baltimore Iowa Clark South Dakota Bryan Walter Dewey Morris O'Connell Ely Davenport Ily Voles Cain Conference of All Friends Washington Congressian Pepper

Tie-Up Threatens Government Business In Washington

Washington reports that President Taft urged Congress to pass a joint resolution funding government operations. A standstill may delay House action as the special message arrives after supply bills, with a temporary government tieup likely. Attorney General Wickersham ordered suspension of antitrust actions until the sundry civil appropriation bill or joint regulation extends the operation of the present shadry civil bill beyond July 1.

Washington, DC Taft Congress Wickersham

Poison Found in Keokuk Man's Stomach Mystery

Iowa City June 27 Special Dr BE W Rockwood University of Iowa chemist announced poison was found in the stomach of William Keithley who died mysteriously in convulsions at Keokuk. The discovery follows a string of troubling cases in the area.

Keokuk Iowa City BE. W. Rockwood University of Iowa Wlliart Kkiethley

Crowds Clash With Police Over Boston Kosher Boycott

In Boston on July 27 five women were arrested as police and crowds clashed at Kosher meat shops where a week long boycott has driven high prices. Several persons were slightly injured amid the tense demonstrations.

Boston Mass Julia West Ene

Hadley Confirms Roosevelt Delegates Offer Scheme

Missouri governor Herbert Hadley says Roosevelt and New York comptroller Prendergast confirmed that Taft supporters offered to seat Roosevelt delegates from Texas and Washington if Roosevelt would back Hadley or another man. Roosevelt says he will stay in the fight despite such pressure.

Gedar Rapids Herbert Hadley Missouri Col Roosevelt Prendergast New York Taft Chicago Washington Texas West Liberty Gary Hadley Col. Roosevelt Sonsent Moorevelt Mr. Baving Win A. Prendergast Prender- Raut Oyster Bay Mr. Prendergast Toe Hey Baltimore

Fisherman Edward Butler Drowned Near Galena

Edward Butler, 14, of Belleyn, drowned on the Mississippi near Galena when his skiff was driven ashore by the steamer W. W. At Galena June 27, his body was recovered downstream.

Galena Tony Galenz.i Edward Butler Sherman Belleyne Miss Here

Draft of Democratic Planks Looms for Convention

Baltimore June 27 W T Bryan and Senator O Gorman completed a draft of the platform for the Democratic National Convention. The sub committee aims to present a fairly complete platform at 7 o clock, with emphasis on a revenue producing tariff, income tax, direct election of senators, primaries, referendum and recall as progressive measures. A strong Mississippi River improvement plank is promised, with regional reps to carry out state implementations. General Floyd Ning lobbies for an international good roads system.

Baltimore Brean Senator O'Gorman New York Bryant O'Gorman Bryan Republican Party Vardeman 3Ississippi Broussare Louisiana Keng Congress

Motor Cyclists to Join F A M Soon

A preliminary meeting aimed to form a local motor cyclists club decided to affiliate with the National Federation of American Motorcyclists. The group plans about sixteen members with twelve active, and will meet again Friday at 604 East Eighth Street.

Hast Eighth Street Aji Motorers

Miss Ruth Hyink Dies in Oakland Before Seventh Birthday

City resident Mrs. Howard Hackett received word of the death of Ruth Ann Hyink, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hyink of Oakland, Cal. The child, who would have turned seven, was the sister of Folya and Naomi Hyink.

Howard Hackett Newell Avenue Ruth Ann Hyink Harry Irvink Oatkland Cal Hackets

Weather Summary for Iowa and Illinois Tonight and Friday

Generally fair tonight across Iowa with warmer temperatures. Illinois also mostly fair with warmer readings expected Friday. Sunrise 4 57 6, sunset 7 72 9.

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