Wood and Lowden Lead On All Ballots at Chicago Convention
The Republican National Convention adjourned after four ballots in Chicago with Wood and Lowden leading on all counts. Voting reported by state shows Wood and Lowden top contenders, Johnson and Hoover trailing. crowd restless as speeches wrap and ballots resume tomorrow in Colosseum.
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Convention Begins Amid Heat as Nominations Possible
In Chicago on June 11 delegates filled the convention hall half an hour before sessions. Heat plus tension hung heavy as officials hoped nominations would be made today. The sweltering day pressured candidates and managers as efforts to line up votes intensified.
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Uncertainty Rules as Convention Opens amid Heat
Delegates and galleries filled the convention hall despite hot weather. Wood backers claimed progress toward nomination with plans for limited second speeches by Frank Knox and Mrs. Douglas Robinson as the balloting continued into the night.
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Gazette Bulletin Night Coverage of Republican Balloting
The Gazette plans late afternoon and evening bulletins from the Grand Theatre reporting state by state vote totals for Republican presidential candidates. Reporters relay from the Chicago Coliseum as delegates react to speeches by Allen Wood and Lodge allies, with governors and supporters attending and cheering during the roll call and nominating plans for next speakers.
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Candidates Stay Away From Du Pont Speech
In a chaotic convention scene candidates for the presidency were absent from the floor and speeches were disrupted. Gov. Sproul briefly left his hotel as shouting erupted. Delegates reported plans to renominate Ty Coleman while DuPont’s supporters faced a muted turnout and uncertainty.
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Lateness of Leaders Delays Nomination at Convention
A robust delegate from West Virginia, amid a tense convention, removed his glasses as the band played and speculation rose over breaking the nomination deadlock. Senator Lodge and Will Hays appeared on stage two minutes before ten as delegates grew restless. A new gavel plank to dampen table impact was introduced while Rev. John Meyer led the prayer. The crowd swayed with fans and shuffled feet, tardy in settling order after Lodge rapped repeatedly.
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Resolution Adopted Mourning Roosevelt at Convention
The convention adopted a resolution offered by Alexander P. Moore of Pittsburg expressing deep grief over the death of Theodore Roosevelt. The chambers erupted in applause as the measure, stating he was loved now and forever by a grateful nation, was passed amid cheers. Senator Lodge signaled the convention would hear nominations next.
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Noise and Disruption Mark A Conference Session
Delegates battled constant noise as the polve makers and Songtar Lodge members clashed, with Senator Ledge’s gavel attempts barely curbing the uproar. Most delegates appeared willing to continue the convention’s business despite the interruptions.
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Threat to Clear Out Galleries At Convention
Delegates and gallery crowd clashed as a five minute halt grew tense. Senator Lodge announced that the gallery would be cleared unless quiet returned, prompting cheers and a restored order. Frank Knox of New Hampshire seconded Gen. Wood's nomination, praising the general as a son of the nation.
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Sister of Roosevelt Seconds Leonard Wood
Mrs Rob inson of New York sparked a noisy display as she urged support for Leonard Wood at Roosevelt’s nominating event. Senator Lodge introduced her to quiet the crowd while Cal Roosevelt watched and the rally continued amidst cheers.
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First Woman Speaker Draws Crowd in New York Event
A crowd cheers Mrs. Robinson as she delivers a forceful speech advocating strong leadership. She urges a president who acts decisively for America, criticizing neutrality and urging action beyond rhetoric while highlighting women’s role in national affairs.
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Lowden Nomination Sparks Support at Rodenburg Rally
The nomination scene centers on W A Rodenberg backing Gov. Lowden with Arkansas delegates backing Rodenburg who praises Lowden as a capable administrator. Lodge planned a hearing while states’ sentiment shifted toward Lowden amid delegation cheers.
Lowden Men Let Loose At Dignitaries Celebration
The scene at a large convention hall shows about 200 delegates, many in feathered attire, cheering as someone declares Wood. The floor rooks with Indians and banners while lights flash for photographers. A drum cadence and Philippine music fill the corners.
Women in processions look strange to them
A convention hall demonstration begins with banners reading Lea wood and Wood groupe as delegates from Minnesota lead a procession. Senator Lodge calls for order but the march continues, drawing surprised reactions from old Amers and observers watching the spectacle.
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Crowd erupts as day wears on at convention
Sister of Roosevelt and Gen Wood receive strong cheers while Wood supporters chant their name. Delegations wave flags for Johnson and Nebraska delegates clash over ballots delaying proceedings. Noise-makers erupt as room fills with shouts of Wood and calls for order persist.
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Wood Adherents Rally With Refrain “Wood, Wood, Wood”
A noisy demonstration unfolds with Wood supporters chanting “Wood, Wood, Wood” to mimic saldiera marching while cheers and stomom sounds echo through the crowd. Frank Hitchcock, supreme chief of the Wood forces, and Frank Knox lead a platform confrontation as delegates show no quit signals.
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Corns Suffer Agonies Under Marchers
A chaotic parade scene features Lowder leaders loosing repeater tones from the gallery as Albert B. Smith from Springfield carries a deputy on the torture course. Gov. Morrow of Kentucky climbs to urge action while 200 delegates participate in the rumpus lasting beyond twenty five minutes.
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Lights Fail As Delegates Sing For Lov ers
Light failure returns during a political gathering as Lowden delegates refuse to sit, chorus echoing through the hall. The procession reorganizes with a loud crowd singing "We want Lovers" and galleries joining in. Oklahoma delegates interrupt with a chant "Lowden, Lowden, Frank Q. Towden."
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Lowden Cheer Demonstration Disrupts Convention
At about forty minutes into the session the Wood demonstration ended as officers moved to halt the noise. Senator Lodge ceded the chair to former Senator Beveridge, who struck the table in a show of force. Beveridge urged Lowden supporters to quiet the floor, galleries persisted, and Beveridge disciplined the protestors as seats filled again.
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