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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1920
Page
34
The report describes intense convention discussions and observer reactions over votes on administration, prohibition, and party leadership. It notes divisions within the committee, with figures like Senator Reed and Senator Av Rewd influencing the process while debates question the presidency and possible administrative changes.
Alton A General Palmer arrives to take personal charge of his campaign as Democratic convention talks of platform and unity unfold. Palmer vows not to surrender to factional pressure and stresses impartial enforcement of law and constitutional democracy. The Pennsylvania delegation and other party leaders attend as Chicago and San Francisco vie for the nominating site.
Fragmented OCR reads like a garbled political missive with names and places obscured. It mentions Dunne and Fulmer, hints at a party platform on wet plank within a caucus, and references marches, pledges, and some expected enforcement actions amid unclear context.
A draft memorandum from the Democratic National Committee outlines the national convention delegate allocation. It lists state tallies and contested Georgia delegates, with votes shown for Meredith Kentucky Cok Nebraska Milchcock New Jersey Rivarday North Cut and others.
A gale of political maneuvering centers on Governor Smith as Tammany push and rival factions consider merging behind Smith or Bryan. Delegates from multiple states discuss coalition options to block McAdoo, while New York votes loom on the first ballot.
Party leaders across the county announce backing for Howard in the forthcoming gubernatorial race. The move signals party unity as Howard seeks broader support from Republican delegates and key committees ahead of June primaries.
In San Francisco on June 25, delegates and observers report Wilson forces gaining influence as preconventions unfold. The party debates prohibition stance and coalition tactics, with key figures and committees shaping the craft of support and potential ticket picks.
A fragmented plea from Wilson appeals to the governor, pressing state support for coal mine operations. The petition cites supply fears and economic hardship, noting legislative committees and political figures involved.
San Francisco scene details a chaotic report of champagne and social scenes as local businessmen discuss public culture and tourism. The piece mixes anecdotes, quotes, and observations from hotel lobbies, with mentions of museum talks and local personalities, reflecting a vibrant but chaotic 1920s urban mood.
Detective Barry of the wealthy street police unit traced a forger to a ring linked to Baum and Hourd. The suspect’s name appears signed on the cheek, then vanished, and the case led to a late night interrogation at the city jail.
Washington officials report delays in issuing water power licenses as Secretary Meredith and Secretary Mayne are absent. President Wilson designated Baker to chair the Water Power Commission, while seven license applications were cut and preparations focus on routes across the Southern Pacific and Denver and Rio Grande lines to influence the law’s implementation.
Ossining June reports Mrs Wattie Dixon, inmate in the Death House at Sing Sing, telling Warden Lowes that the place wears on her nerves and she would like to sleep. The warden ordered packing to ease her restlessness as she contemplates confinement and the unusual routine in the death house.
In a rare public fallout, two lawyers, Vans and Giaitini, faced off in a bloodless duel over a disputed personal matter with their clients. The confrontation ended without injuries as both parties exchanged formal injections of honor and retractions. The event drew attention from Corsican authorities and the Chamber of Deputies.
Surgeon General Hugh S. Cumming urged U S communities to launch rat extermination campaigns along the coast to curb bubonic plague. He warned Mediterranean ports may seed infection and warned against cat extermination due to economic damage. Notes outbreaks in La Pupila territory and instructions from the National Department of Hygiene.
Washington today reports the resignation of Crowell from the post of Assistant Secretary of War effective June 30 after a long service beginning near U S entry into the war He plans a vacation and may return to New York or Cleveland His work included ordnance production and war mobilization efforts and he discussed retirement with President and White House officials during the war effort.
Arthur Eeremont, once a Canadian MP, fled to Chicago and faced deportation proceedings. The case centers on alleged border evasion and a $875,009 swindle linked to Montreal financier Michael Conley. Canadian courts previously ruled Montreal as proper venue, with the Supreme Court of Canada reversing a prior decision. Eeremont reportedly traveled to Chicago without notifying migration authorities.
Eighty eight individuals connected with the Health Department were arrested yesterday in a subway sweep. Sixty seven were fined a total of 872 dollars, four attendances were suspended, and the remainder of cases are pending.
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