Landon Likely Nominee as Delegates Move to Acclaim
After hours of talks and delegate withdrawals in Cleveland the Republican National Convention appeared ready to crown Alf M Landon president with acclamation. Rumors tied Sen Vandenberg to a possible vice presidential nomination with Frank Knox leading to a potential ticket. Other candidates including Borah Dickinson Taft exited the race as platform differences surfaced.
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Cleveland
John Hamilton
Alf M. Landon
Vandenberg
Michigan
Lyle C. Wilson
United Press
Public Hall
U.P
Kansas
Landon
Arthur H. Vandenberg
Frank Knox
Chicago
Knox
William E. Borah
Lester J. Dickinson
Robert A. Taft
Borah
John D. M. Hamilton
London
Landon Unmoved Amid Nation's Nominating Victory Cheers
Topeka residents erupt as Gov. Alf Landon accepts rising momentum toward the Republican presidential nomination. While Landon endures a dentist visit and distant strategizing, Topeka declares victory with bells, fireworks, and streetside jubilation as candidates withdraw and supporters anticipate his nomination.
Wisconsin Democrat Broughton Declines Governor Bid
C E Broughton re elected Wisconsin national committeeman says he will not run for governor despite urging from friends. He insists the conference Saturday should nominate others and that he will campaign to support the Democratic ticket while remaining focused on his newspaper work. Grady’s foes push that the Portage attorney may still enter the governor race despite prior statements.
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Sheboygan
Wis
C. E.broughton
Wisconsin
Grady
Madison
Daniel H. Grady
Portage
Betoglio Begins Reorganization of Italy Military Forces
Rome reports Marshal Bedoglio, retired viceroy of Ethiopia, to reorganize Italy’s all military forces. Premier Mussolini accepts his resignation and names him army chief of staff. Fascist sources predict he may command all defense forces of the empire amid reshuffles linking Camp Graziini and other officials at Addis Ababa.
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A. E. Stuntz
Associated Press Foreign Staff
Rome
Alihiare
Peero Badoglio
Ethiopia
Ttaiy
Mussolini
Bedoghe
Clershal Rolo Graziini
Taiy
Ethioma
Bidagln
Korg
Victor Emmani
Adds Badomio
Marshal Grazile
Addis Ababa
Venezuela strike injuries and detentions amid law protest
Caracas reports an undetermined number wounded during a general strike against a public order decree. Soldiers and police fired in the city while demonstrators retreated, with many detained and some accused of communistic activity hiding. Maracaibo unions elected supplementary officers amid fears of bloodshed as troops moved to enforce security.
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Caracas
Venezula
Tomorow
Maracaibo
Venezuela
Congress
Marieau
Areca
Juan Vicente Gomez
Maragsibo
Berlin Post Office Contract Awarded
Washington U of Tre Breer Construction Company of Mine Neavene, Mann, today was awarded a contract for 40005 dollars for construction of a post office building in Berlin Wm.
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Berlin Post Office
Washington
Tre Breer Constiction Company of
Mine
Neavene
Mann
Rnde
Postelice
Ah Berhan
Paris Strikes As Leftist Cabinet Seeks Amnesty Powers
A Paris general strike hit cafes and hotels as the leftist cabinet moves to gain parliament power to free political prisoners. Employers clash with protestors and a Versailles employer shoots a worker while ministers push amnesty, education reform, and government employee retirement changes.
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Edward Kennedy
Associated Press
Paris
Versailles
Bank of France
Chamber of Depu
Hoover Talks Party to Reaction at Republican Convention
Former President Herbert Hoover urged a holy crusade for liberty, attacking the New Deal as European in design. He praised the GOP for resisting spoils and warned against a planned economy, praising supporters amid loud receptions at the Republican National Convention.
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Hoover
Cleveland
Patrick Hurley
H. H. Burton
Henry P. Fletcher
Republican Party
Associated Press
Herbert Hoover
New York
Sameme
Tugweer Wallace
Ickes
Tussle With Tax Bill Moves Into the Next Round
Conferees moved into the second round of the tax bill tussle amid forecasts that decisive action on controversies will not come until after the Republican national convention. Leaders planned the committee would settle differences during this week’s adjournment and have the bill ready for final action when Congress reconvenes Monday.
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Washington
Conference Committee
Congress
House
Senate
Oshkosh College to abolish two industrial teachers
Wisconsin state board of regents votes to cut two faculty positions in the Oshkosh State Teachers College industrial division effective July 1, 1937. Instructors J Whitney and H T Shrum, present since 1920, receive formal notice of dismissal. President Forrest R Polk notes staff reduction due to over staffing and stagnant enrollment.
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State Board of Regents
Wisconsin State Teachers Colleges
Oshkosh State Teachers College
J. Whitney
Herbert T
Shrum
Forrest R. Polk
Polk
Royal Teaching Institution
Park
Wisconsin Delegation Divided in Sentiment at Convention
Wisconsin's delegation split over the Republican nomination with Porah leader Nelson saying a substantial portion would vote for Landon or protest his release. The caucus followed Borah's cue as tensions rose between pro bendwagon and holdout factions seeking a petition call and separate stance.
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Cleveland
Philp Nelson
Wisconsin
Opyau
al M. Landon
de la Follettes
Republician
Nelton
Fo Caran
F. Lyman
Rinor
Thaloun
Frelon
Borah
Chatman Berne
Geiteir
Mhilwaukes Taut
Willow
Theodore Rooyen
Delegates and Alternates Gather Tonight for State Convention
Winnibige county Democratic delegates and alternates meet at Hotel Raulf to organize for the Dermot Convention in Milena kee Saturday. County entitled to 23 delegates and 23 alternates, with a large turnout expected for the caucus. Most participants are those who attended meetings last week, while other Democrats may attend.
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Winnebago County
Milenakee
Debanes
Winnibige County
Platform troubles delay Republican convention actions
Cleveland reports platform debate stalls the GOP gathering as Gov. Landon presses for reforms. Subcommittee revisions aim to balance liberal and conservative demands while opposing the League of Nations and endorsing sound money.
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Nathan Robertson
Associated Press
Cleveland
Republican Resolutions Committee
Alf M. Landon
Landon
Henry Allen
Knsas
London
William Allen White
League of Nations
World Court
Mune World Court
Kelef
Janedon
Lincens
Anche
Anierst
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Hamilton
Lewis Larkin
Topeka
Kan
Alf Landon
Prairie State
Tull
Herbert G. Barrett
Susanneh
Ota
Mian
Tam
Spaperl
Broughton
Badoglio
Milwaukee
National Emergency Council
Farm Credit Administration
Home Owners Loan Corporation
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Commodity Credit Corporation
Civil Works Administration
Civilian Conservation Corps
Federal Emergency Administration of Public Works
Agricultural Adjustment Administration
Federal Emergency Relief Administration
Council
Public Works Administration
Works Progress Adminstration
US & Bureau of Publi Rads
Rail Resefilements Administration
Ashers
Federal Housing Administration
Adres Arenes
Eisape
Department of Agriculture
Lughaway
FT Qahaoh
Carne Mincireta
Saas
Tran Astraton
Progress
Paips
Stias
Texas
Roosevelt
San Jacinto
Houston
Ueuston
Rencota Liege
Chintan
Republican Platform Committee
Idaho
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