Third day's work at the convention opens in heat
The Denver convention enters its third day with a slow start as credentials are resolved, permanent organization named, and Henry B. Clayton prepared to address the floor. The morning features a cowboy band and the reading of a ceremonial prayer by Rabbi Samuel Koch, stressing unity, patriotism, and democratic ideals. Delegates from Pennsylvania admitted amid badge disputes, and the permanent officers are announced. Clayton’s remarks attack Republican policy and celebrate Democratic renewal, urging a shift to constitutional, economic governance and tribute to Roosevelt and Taft.
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Denver
Committee On Permanent Organization
Bean
Bell
Henry D. Clayton
Alabama
Cowboy
Rebbi Samuel Koch
Seattle
Repubean
Republican Party
Jons
Roosevelt
Taft
Chicago
Congress
Republican Committee
Republican
Wisconsin
Mammon
Democratic convention ends as Clayton lauds party and hears Littleton
President Roosevelt trust policy is noted but not read by Clayton as he delivers a strenuous address. A Jefferson Club parade causes mild congestion while Raymond Robins and George Littleton address the gathering. New York and Pennsylvania leaders are cheered as party unity themes echo through the hall. The credentials committee outlines Pennsylvania’s seat and Timely scheduling for a resolutions report is announced amid cheers.
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Clayton
Jefferson Club
St. Louis
David R. Francis
John W. Kern
Indiana
Messrs. Kern
Pace
Alabama
Mack
New York
Raymond Robins
Chicago
Robins
Oklahoma
George” W. Littleton
Charles F. Murphy
Littleton
Democratic Party
Dixie
Maine
California
Mr. Littleton
James M. Guffey
Pennsylvania
McQuiston
Credentials Committee
Kern
Illinois
James Hamilton
Clark
Roosevelt
Europatkin
Republican Party
Bryan
Ollie James
Kentucky
James
United States
Nebraska
I. J. Dunn
Omaha
Dunn
Bryan Nominated Sparks Rivalry at Democratic Convention
Denver July 9 delegates packed the hall as William Jennings Bryan emerged as the favorite. A dramatic roll call and Dunn's speech electrified supporters, banners and a white dove signaling Bryan's bid while photographers sheltered amid the uproar. chaos subsided only after lengthy gavel sessions and exhausted security.
Late arrival delays Alabama meeting at party platform
The permanent chairman of Alabama, Lewis, arrived late to the platform. After a brief wait, Senator Grady of New York moved a recess until 7 p.m. The motion was carried with a shout.
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Grady
New York
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Committee On Resolutions
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F. P. Lynch
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Johnson
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Texas
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Iowa
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