Wood favored for Republican nominee in tense delegate push
The report describes a tense scramble at the Republican convention as Wood supporters push to secure the nomination. Delegates from South Dakota and other states shift allegiances amid tensions with Old Guard leaders, while figures like Mayor Thompson and ex Senator Weeks maneuver for influence.
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Pickets Plan Prowess at Chicago Suffrage Convention
National Women’s party pickets prepare to demonstrate outside the Coliseum in Chicago with 180 banners as suffrage leaders press governors to call special sessions. Alice Paul leads plans to mimic White House tactics, while fundraising succeeds with 1000 and 500 contributions from Mrs. B Wood and Mrs. H C Havameyer. Committees seek party representation on the Republican National Committee.
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Lincoln Nominated In Only 26 Words
Chicago June 7 At the first Republican National Convention held sixty years ago an Iowa delegate walked 160 miles to reach a railroad for travel to the event. Special rates were low and Chicago’s population doubled during convention week. Crowds filled the Wigwam where the gathering was hosted, likely exceeding the annex size of the hall.
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Setters Hear Chaplain Practice His Prayer
In Chicago on June 7 the convention opens with Rev Gardner McWhorter testing his voice in the Coliseum. The chaplain practiced his prayer on electric amplifiers as workers paused to hear, adjusting for a hall of that size.
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Convention on Wigwam Roof Fires Cannon and Parades
The Wigwam hosted the convention with rich decor by Chicago Republicans. Delegates arrived by special train amid rockets and cannon booms. Women and escorts filled the gallery while men attempted entry with a credentia ls misjudged. Lincoln was nominated in twenty six words. The city learned of the nomination by cannons on the roof and bonfires and parades followed, aided by varied relics from the Chicago Historical Society.
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Nixon Qualified by Mrs Crosby for President Support
Mrs John Sherwin Crosby, head of the Committee of One Thousand Democratic Women, spoke yesterday in favor of Public Service Commissioner Lawra Nixon for President. She praised his varied experience in domestic and foreign commerce, shipping, manufacturing, and farming, noting his culture and broad international acquaintance.
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Lucy Page Gaston quits race for presidency
Chicago June 7 Lucy Page Gaston the sole woman entrant in the presidential race withdrew today and claimed she would not have her name presented at the convention. She said she would support anyone who endorses the moral reforms she stands for including anti cigarette, adulterated food and Neal snores in her platform.
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Broun Finds A Dark Horse And Real Beer
A cluttered report from Bentiniad tein details campaign antics at Hoover and other figures. It cites headquarters, leaflets, buttons, and a 4 percent beer rumor while noting Bryan applauding Johnson and debates over Article X influence and U S sovereignty.
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Lowden and Wood Exchange Calls for Presidential Candidates
CHIGANG June 7 Governor and others exchanged remarks with candidates for the Presidential nomination. Major General Wand is referenced, with General Wool meeting the Governor and halting in dialogue with the group.
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Hoover Rejects Third Party Prospect Says Nations Lead
Herbert Hoover, en route to Swarthmore College for commencement, declares there will be no third party. He cites League of Nations and economic issues as leading campaign topics, discusses relief in Europe, and notes no conference plans with potential campaign allies. He plans to proceed to New York after Swarthmore and will not attend Chicago convention events.
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Sproul Quoted 5 to 1 in Wall Street betting odds
Governor Sproul of Pennsylvania was listed at 5 to 1 on Wall Street betting odds for the first time yesterday. A representative of James W. Ball & Co reported changes from Saturday with Harding from 8 to 1 to 7 to 1, Butler 10 to 1 to 8 to 1, Hughes 5 to 1 to 4 to 1, and Knox 10 to 1 to 5 to 4.
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Liberals Plan Attack On Senate Rule Platform Debate
A Cortland article outlines Liberal efforts to shape the party platform. Key issues include enforcement of federal laws and the Volstead Act, arbitration and labor dispute policies, and calls for nationwide woman suffrage led by Republican state leaders and the national committee.
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Penrose Holds Steady Amid Convention Buzz
Philadelphia June 7 Senator Bales Penrose was described as resting fairly comfortable by his physician Dr Herbert B Carpenter. He denied reports of pain requiring narcotics and said Penrose is wilting up while staying on the telephone with Chicago. Secretary Leighton C Taylor noted Penrose has been focused on convention work and remains in constant telephonic contact with Chicago as the Sproul boom and convention matters unfold.
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The Evening Mail Increases Price To Three Cents
The Evening Mail raises its price to three cents to cover higher newsprint and labor costs. The editor explains production costs have doubled since two years ago and assures readers the price reflects fair sharing of expenses while highlighting increases in newsdealer earnings.
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