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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1920
Page
37
Fragmented remarks spill from a crowded hall as delegates debate Wood and Beveridge. Lodge campaigns shakeup follows, predicting a large November margin while Wood supporters plot ballots and strategy with figures from Morton to Roosevelt.
The Republican National Convention meets today in Chicago the tenth time to date with prior sites Philadelphia Baltimore Minneapolis and Cincinnati each hosting once. Chicago 1880 saw the most ballots 36 for Garf ield. Earlier conventions listed include Philadelphia 1838 and 1572, Chicago 1860 and 1838, Baltimore 1864, Cincinnati 1872, with various nominees and ballots noted.
Special dispatch describes strict entry rules for the Republican National Convention hall. Doorkeepers enforce ticket checks detach coupons issue adjustments, admit only ticket holders, and call police for disorder. Rules demand courtesy and exact compliance, with chief doorkeeper James A. Tyan directing observers.
Chicago reports Senator Lodge elected permanent chairman by first ballot amid three nominations. Beveridge and McCormick also listed. Lodge secured 21 votes with Beveridge 9 and McCormick. Rest of temporary organization recommended for permanent status. no speeches made.
A fragmentary OCR list includes numerous place names and personal surnames such as Kentucky, New Jersey, Oklahoma, Porto Rico, McCormick, Alabama, Delaween, Tit, Iowa, Maryland, Nelms. No cohesive event or news item is identifiable.
Report notes minimal betting and limited enthusiasm for the Chicago candidate at the Republican gathering. Observers cite weak polling, generic party talk, and uncertain prospects as delegates return to their districts after a stretched convention process.
In New York the Wood and Lowden camps battle over delegate loyalty with Wood supporters aiming to block back door tactics and Lowden operatives pressing for delegations. Prominent figures like Milly Dwight and Tully push for Wood or Butler backing, while Johnson and Crate executives court other paths. A Bronx leader, Thomas W. Whittle, backs Johnson for broader success.
The convention opened with Chairman Henry Cabot Lodge presiding at 11 34 a m New York time. Will Hays acted as national chairman. Bishop Woodcock gave the opening prayer. Committees on credentials permanent organization rules and platform began work. Lodge delivered the keynote, James E Watson named chairman of the Resolution Committee over Ogden Mills. Adjournment for Wednesday planned.
Bryan urges a dry plank at Chicago as he speaks on Prohibition policy. The remarks emphasize abstinence and enforcement while addressing concerns from supporters and critics in attendance.
A terse speech at a drys gathering criticized a proposed Republican platform plank endorsing Prohibition ideals. The speaker warned the San Francisco convention could be delayed, urging a clear dry plank backed by party leaders and Washington representatives.
A note on how the tomato once eyed as ornamental fruit became a staple, with the New World connection and how CHILDS restaurants now require about 60,000 baskets annually for supply.
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