Bryan Platform Debates Stir Radicals and Moderates
Report from Lincoln outlines rival Bryan platform planks on trusts railroads bank deposits and injunctions. Iowa delegates push for federal and state rail regulation with strict valuation and anti watering stock aims. A conservative Bryan wing argues for gradual tariff cuts and emergency currency while guarding labor protections.
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Diplomats Arrive in Denver for Democratic Convention
John Barrett arrives in Denver to prepare for Diplomatic Corps guests at the convention. Seven or eight diplomats will attend, with Barrett delivering messages of regret from British Ambassador James Bryce and French Ambassador M. Jusserand. Barrett aims to urge a Latin American relations plank similar to the Republican platform.
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Ex Gov Thomas backs Roosevelt for Vice President
Ex-Gov Charles S. Thomas of Colorado, to sit on the Democratic Convention committee, declares he prefers Roosevelt for Vice President. He argues Roosevelt is the strongest possible nominee and would win if named, and could accept if nominated. A bystander notes risk of convention stampede toward Roosevelt.
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Bryan's Platform for Bryan Listed for Denver Nomination
Lincoln mayor Brown arrives in Denver with a large platform for the Democratic National Convention resolutions committee. Bryan favors Gray for second place but keeps name in play. a direct telegraph link from Denver to Bryan at Fairview will aid rapid updates to supporters.
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Bryan in a Political Power Clash with Bryan's Image
The lettered dispute portrays Bryan as a political boss opposed by a self-styled corporation man. Guffey links with Bryan’s campaign funds and stained glass gifts while Kerr pledges statewide support for Bryan and urges a new Pennsylvania national committeeman aligned with true Democratic sentiments.
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McCarren to Make His Fight Today at Denver
The New York delegation faces a pivotal day as Senator McCarren fights for seating for his Brooklyn delegates before the Democratic National Committee. Conners reaches Denver as Norman E. Mack’s fate looms amid a tense battle over legitimacy, open sessions, and future leadership.
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Tammany Braves Tarry at Omaha braska Points
Omaha July 5 Tammany went to church as the main event for 50 New York Democrats en route to the Denver Democratic National Convention. Nebraskans resent their attitude toward Bryan and the delegation toured churches amid little local enthusiasm. Local Democrats and Tammanyites spoke of backing Bryan only after the first ballot.
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Burton defect to Democrats shifts Kansas delegation support
Denver July 15 ex United States Senator J R Burton of Kansas joined the Democratic camp for the next campaign mingling with Kansas Democrats and pledging support for the Denver Convention nominee, likely Brgan. He denounces Taft citing patronage as corrupt and argues for democracy over despotism praising Roosevelt as advancing autocracy.
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Brgan
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Roosevelt
Delegates Near to Falls in Democratic Convention Discord
Denver reports a California delegation clash with Theodore A. Bell temporary chairman. Battles over railroad influence and committee seats sparked bitter exchanges aboard the train, with threats of violence and Bell denying a $100 monthly accusation against Delegate Thomas Fox of Sacramento. Bell then withdrew from the caucus.
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