Democratic Push for League Backing Shapes Convention
Daily political column examines Republican tactics to deny victory and argues Democrats must adopt a direct pro League of Nations platform. It highlights Senator Glass and Senator McAdoo as pivotal figures, notes Virginia and New York delegations, and previews shifts in support and party unity ahead of the San Francisco convention.
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Tammany Bosses Off to Chicago
Tammany Hall leaders led by Charles F Murph and Governor Alfred E Smith travel to Chicago to push for McAdoo opposition at the Democratic convention. A stop-over is planned at the Blackstone Hotel in French Lick Indiana before departing for Indiana delegates. The Indiana delegation eyes Vice President Herring for potential backing should McAdoo be out of the race.
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Women Put Vote Up to Democrats
Mrs Abby Scott Baker of the National Woman's party, a White House picketer, said the organization will press Democrats to back a suffrage plank. The report notes tensions over suffrage in the Democratic and Republican conventions, with Vermont and Connecticut Republicans holding majorities in their legislatures and potential ratification of the amendment.
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McAdoby Declines Presidential Nomination Core Message
Mrs Jonette Funk of Washington notes former candidate McAdony would reject the presidential bid. A close friend says McAdony fears misperception and would not accept any nomination until he sees a fit platform. He hints a cautious, patriotic approach. The platform aims to be democratic and progressive, stressing respect for the presidency.
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Bryan Denounces Cox and Hitcheock at Fargo Rally
In Fargo a speaker from New Jersey warned the Democratic candidate cycle would not produce a party standard bearer. Bryan named Governor Cox of Ohio and Senator Hitcheack of Nebraska as targets while pledging to back a dry platform and a profiteers clause at the San Francisco convention. In Ohio delegates gathered for the Democratic convention, with a Cox loyalist parade planned to Cox’s home and a statewide schedule centered on Columbus and Cleveland.
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Edwards's Manager Predicts Democratic Unity Against Prohibition
Walker W. Viel campaign manager for Governor Edwards of New Jersey arrives in Chicago en route to San Francisco. He asserts at least 700 delegates will demand modification of the Volstead Act to permit light wines and beers in states choosing to delay enforcement, arguing opposition to the Eighteenth Amendment is not a political issue. He labels the party as opposing a fanatical minority and cites Republican authority including Senator Knox to support reform efforts.
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Republican Leaders Welcome League Issue in San Francisco
A jumble of quotes from Republican and Democratic senators discusses the League of Nations, Wilson, and party strategies ahead of the San Francisco convention. They praise or critique the President, predict party stance shifts, and emphasize the expected ratification fight and impact on national policy.
Democratic Convention Heads Named for National Gathering
James J Pr Nieman and Willie Donaldson lead a San Francisco convention roll call as sub committee announces appointments for the Democratic National Convention. Temporary Chairman Homer Cummings named, with Edward dian as secretary and W R Hollister as executive secretary. Several assistant posts will be filled by women. The survey will also address Volstead Act modification and campaign cleanups.
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Political clash over Cox support in New York delegation
Moore asserts a solid front against Governor Cox and notes Wheeler once failed to beat Cox in 1914. He says the New York delegation had not decided whom to back as he left the East, but they hope to sway them to Gov Cox.
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Fiume Voice Demands Annexation or Independence
Rome reports D Annunzio envoy insists on no annexation of Fiume or its status as an independent state with continuity to Italy. Alceste de Ambris says D Annunzio rejects regular troops for volunteers and will go to Fiume Friday with Giolitti’s reply and proposal.
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President Wilson Progress Reported From Illness
In Philadelphia on Tuesday 18 The physician Dr Francis X Deroum says President Wilson is very sick but rapidly recovering The doctor notes Wilson has been working hard attending to state affairs and cabinet meetings The interview discussion reflects the general impression of the newspaper report but he declines to comment on specific details
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Jury for Reds in Chicago Aug 18 Trial Roundup
Forty days ago William Bross Lloyd and twenty three alleged Communists were put on trial for attempting to overthrow the government. Jurors have been chosen, four more needed, and attorneys continue to select them. The eight jurors already sworn send a gift as they remain under guard in a downtown detention.
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Repeal of War Laws Killed By Pocket Veto
Washington dispatch reports Congress failed to repeal wartime laws after President Wilson issued a pocket veto. He signed the water power bill allowing government control of water sites and a 100 percent energy increase, while delaying action on the Underwood commission and related contracts.
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Power expansion drives rushed leases across states
The text notes eager capitalists seeking available leases under the Power Mission as it outlines vast capacity for water, steam, and gas power across eastern sites and potential new plants. It highlights 18,000,099 horsepower of existing capacity, 54,000,000 under contract, with factories and industry moving toward coastal and midwestern areas, mobilizing workers and rail and oil infrastructure.
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Promise to Marry Denied in breach suit
The defendant Clifford Rohondux filed an answer in the Supreme Court yesterday to a breach of promise claim brought by Mona Mandy. The case cites a $3,000 payment for a release and references Miss Mandy, known as The Drum Chita Girl, with details about marriage prospects and related allegations. The complaint was filed May 6 and involves alleged release terms and prior engagement actions.
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