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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1960
Page
6
Texas Democrats in convention are expected to pledge support for Senator Lyndon Johnson’s presidential bid in Los Angeles. A militant labor liberal faction threatens to bolt, jeopardizing unity and foreshadowing a possible contest for the nomination.
Austin AP Texas capital buzzes as Johnson for president boosters finalize a large fundraising dinner Monday with a reading rally. Charcoal steaks on menu and tickets at 50 dollars. Attendees include Texas Democrats and delegation members. Lib erals seek loyalty pledges while plotting a rival delegation if needed. Dar es conference notes suggest Johnson expects 604 Texas votes for Los Angeles, with 61 votes from the Texas delegation to be named Tuesday. Former VP John Nance Garner honorary chair may not attend.
San Antonio Texas Republicans convene a platform meeting beneath a calm tone with Thad Hutcheson presiding. Resolutions span opposition to one party system finances to a revised election code and a call for tailored constitutional changes. Ike Kampmann Jr among keynote speakers and delegates to the national convention will be elected.
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