Platform Dominates Delegates As Landon Moves Forward
In Cleveland the Republican platform takes center stage as Gov. Alf M. Landon of Kansas appears set for nomination on the first or second ballot. London forces fade. a second top choice remains uncertain with figures pointing to a Landon backed ticket. Delegates expect a second name to join Landon, possibly Edge Peek or Steiner, all with London approval.
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Cleveland
Alf M. Landon
Kansas
London
Landon
Herman M. Langworthy
Missouri
Walter Edge
New Jersey
George N. Peek
Illinois
Frederick Steiner
Oregon
London Forces
Gov. Landon
Hoover's New Tone Expected From Cleveland Convention
Alice Longworth reports from Cleveland during the 1936 convention as delegates and pressers await pivotal speeches. The focus rests on Herbert Hoover and the potential moves of Borah Knor Vandenberg and landslide support for Landon. Hoover is viewed as a potential pillar of fire guiding the party.
Goose bone forecast hints at rain as dew remains absent
In New Castle this morning residents note the dewless grass as the local goose bone weather prophet is watched for rain signs. A man escorts a large plate glass window wrapped in newspaper through downtown, while a ll car BALTO & OHIO train showcases relics from early railroading.
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New Castle
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Daily Weather Report Figures From 24 Hour Period
U S weather statistics show a maximum temperature of 86 and a minimum of 62 with trace precipitation for the 24 hour period ending at 9 this morning. River stage measured 4.3 feet. Data from the same date last year reports a high of 75 and a low of 40 with 0.01 inches of precipitation.
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U. S
Jealousy blamed in shooting case
Elizabeth M. Wernert died after being shot by former suitor Frank J. Check who burst onto the Wernert home porch and demanded money before firing. Bruessler, her companion, wrestled the gun as Check fled and was later described as crazed with jealousy.
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International News Service
Pittsburgh
Elizabeth M. Wernert
Frank J. Check
Wernert
Check
Edwin J. Bruessler
Bruessler
President Roosevelt Joins Arkansas Centennial Tour
President Roosevelt travels through Arkansas for the state's centennial celebration marking 100 years since admission to the union. He heads toward Little Rock for a nationally broadcast speech after a strenuous motor tour across a large portion of the state.
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International News Service
Arkansas
Roosevelt
Little Rock
Fugitives From Minnesota Insane Asylum Still At Large
Seven of sixteen insane convicts who escaped from the St. Peter asylum remain free after the Sunday night breakout. Two were captured after being spotted near the Minnesota river. Percy Kenosha surrendered quietly, while Walter Hornstein fought officers with a razor. Earlier William Lanni and two others attempted a Cologne bank robbery. his partners escaped.
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International News Service
ST. Peter
Minn
Minnesota
Percy Kenosha
Walter M. Hornstein
William Lanni
Cologne
No New Record By Queen Mary
The Queen Mary completed her maiden round trip crossing Atlantic from New York to Cherbourg on schedule but failed to beat the Normandie's speed record. The official time was recorded from Ambrose lightship, outside New York.
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International News Service
Britain
Cherbourg
New York
Normandie
Ambrose
New
Governor Landon Declines Cleveland Appearance at Convention
Governor Alf M. Landon announced in Kansas he would not go to Cleveland for the Republican national convention even if nominated. Col Clarence D. Chamberlin offered to fly him there, but Landon said he would not change his plan and may comment after the platform is adopted.
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Peka
Kan
Alf M. Landon
Cleveland
Clarence D. Chamberlin
Col. Chamberlin
Landon
Two Pennsylvanians Die In Cape May Crash
Two Pennsylvanians were killed and five others injured on a road near Cape May New Jersey today after an automobile collision ended a Bucks County fishing trip. The dead were Earl Yost 35 a farmer from Ottsville Pa and Stanley Evans 38 a coal merchant from Kintnersville Pa.
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Cape May
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Here
Bucks County
Earl Yost
Ottsville
Stanley Evans
Kintnersville
Death Notices for Henry Dout Robert Morse Paul Householder Sophie Binder
Death notices report Henry H Dout 71 Masury O Robert B Morse 71 105 East Madison Ave Paul Householder 75 Marion township and Sophie M Binder 17 Knox Plan Ellwood City.
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Henry H. Dout
Masury
O. Robert B. Morse
Madison Avenue
Paul Householder
Marion Township
Sophie M. Binder
Knox Plan
Ellwood City
Republican National Convention Day Two Program
The second day’s session opens at 11 a.m. Eastern Time with Temporary Chairman Senator Frederick Steiner presiding. Bert Snell of New York delivers the permanent chairman address before Hoover’s remarks and platform resolutions, then adjourns until Thursday.
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International News Service
Cleveland
Frederick Steiner
Bert Snell
New York
Herbert Hoover
Hoover Given Big Reception
Former President Herbert Hoover arrived in Cleveland to a large crowd of about 3000 at Union Terminal. The enthusiastic reception highlighted by the throng reflected strong public interest and support during the visit.
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International News Service
Cleveland
Union Terminal
Herbert Hoover
Republicans Battle Over Platform Delays Draft Tomorrow
In Cleveland a bitter floor clash delayed the Republican platform as the drafting subcommittee adjourned an all night session. Vice Chairman Hiram Bingham of Connecticut said the report from the resolutions committee would not be ready today. Borah loomed over the process as pro London and anti London factions pressed for forthright declarations on major issues.
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Cleveland
Republican Platform Drafting
Hiram Bingham
Conn
Herbert Hoover
Connecticut
Resolutions Committee
William E. Borah
Idaho
White says Borah to aid platform drafting at GOP convention
Kansas member of the platform committee William Allen White announced an agreement with Idaho Senator William E. Borah to cooperate on drafting the Republican platform. White said a draft will be sent to Borah for recommendations and he may be invited to appear before the subcommittee and the convention.
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Cleveland
William Allen White
Kansas
Platform Committee
Gov Landon
William E. Borah
Idaho
White
Borah
Senator Borah
Chairman Snell Attacks New Deal At National Convention
Rep Bert Snell NY minority leader and new permanent chairman calls Roosevelt policy unconstitutional dictatorship and capricious rule. He urges Republicans to unite this year to defeat the program, labeling Washington governance lunacy and criticizing Democratic administration.
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Cleveland
Bert Snell
New York
House
Roosevelt
Washington
State Delegation Splits For Landon On First Ballot
In Cleveland a 75 member Pennsylvania caucus awarded 50 votes to Alf Landon on the first ballot for president. Borah received 13, Steiner four, Knox three, and Dickinson three. Reed voted for Steiner, Davis for Borah. Caucuses to follow will poll shifting sentiment.
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International News Service
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Pennsylvania
Caucus Today
Alf M. Landon
Kansas
William E. Borah
Idaho
Frederick Steiner
Oregon
Col
Frank Knox
Chicago
Lester J. Dickinson
Iowa
David A. Reed
London
Steiner
James J. Davis
Borah
Davis
Landon
Canoeing Offers Cool Relief in Summer Heat
Arthur Mometer notes the joy of canoeing to escape the heat of summer. He urges readers to leave crowded towns, take a boat and paddles, and paddle where breezes play for a relaxing escape on a hot ninety two degree day.
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Daily Weather Report
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Cleveland Station
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