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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1936
Page
14
The Cleveland Tribune notes a surge of Republican energy at the opening of the national convention. Delegates, alternates, and reporters converge as debates swirl over Landon, Vandenberg, and platform directions. Leaders warn against deadlock while predicting shifts from Kansas rallying to Hoover’s potential influence.
The piece portrays Republican leaders and insiders in seclusion as they navigate the 1930s internal power struggle. Notable figures like Dean Bramdine, Charles Dewey Ellis, J Henry Roraback, and George H Moses are named, amid shifting loyalties toward Landon and a cadre of regional rivals.
A vivid scene describes John Hamalou of Topeka and Roy Roberts of Kansas City Star among a crowd of prominent guests. The piece highlights their influence in national politics, with mentions of Alice Roosevelt Longworth, Senator Borah, Mrs Ruth Pratt, and Pauline Sabin as part of the gathering.
A tailor named Dantel Cavatos of Sespamea was arraigned before U S Commissioner Pat Losk hari on a customs violation charge. He allegedly attempted to arrange the transportation of four cases of mescal smuggling into the country in violation of the tailact. A hearing was set for Wednesday.
Governor All M. Landon and supporters push for his presidential bid at the Cleveland convention as he tours Zamrence for a graduation greeting at the University of Kansas. Landon's 19 year old daughter Peggy Anne and his 99 year old father John Landon accompany him, while Landon, a 1908 law class member, plans a commencement procession appearance. The remarks will not be nationally broadcast, but the university radio station will air the event at 7 30 p.m. local time.
Cleveland June 8 Landon campaigners distributed a pamphlet at a reception urging supporters to sing Oh Susanna to defend the constitution. The verses attack the New Deal and President Roosevelt, praise Alf Landon, warn of dictatorship, and claim thousands will stand with Landon.
OCR shows a tangled state by state delegate count for a 1936 Republican nomination. Key blocs in New York, Pennsylvania, and Southern states influence the race with Landon backed or favored in many locales, Knox and Borah figures also present, and total votes near 802 needed to nominate.
John Landon father of Governor Alf Landon, in Chicago en route to the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, says the scene is a “little Tate” for a Stop Landon movement. He declines to discuss his son’s presidential bid, quoting Will Rogers and noting his 79 years. He travels with Petey Anne Tandon, 11, and Leslie Gray of Kansas City.
The American Federation of Labor disclosed that it would ask the Republican convention to endorse a constitutional amendment limiting the Supreme Court’s power. Federation leaders said they would urge the platform committee to back a proposal requiring a two thirds vote by the court to declare war or constitutional actions.
The names of 114 cadets and 12 regular army officers report to Randolph Field July 1 to enter the primary flying show. The class is expected to grow to 150 before the starting date.
Dr Frantig B Townsend, leader of a $200 a month pension group, announced plans for a Sieger convention in Cleveland from July 15 to 33. He said he would decide on a third party based on the pension convention and noted many Townsend supporters among Republican delegates.
ICCC officers and advisers from seven district commands will attend a Red Cross life saving tests and trials school at Fort Bliss. Maj. Gen. Frank Parker directs operations, with camps from Fort Bliss Albuquerque Lubbock Silver City Phoenix Tucson and San Antonio districts sending personnel. After training they return to their districts to establish guard training schools.
President Roosevelt returns to the White House to study bills and prepare speeches for a 4060 mile tour starting tonight. He will visit Little Rock Dallas Fort Worth Vincennes and other stops, speaking at the Arkansas centennial and Texas independence celebrations, visiting San Antonio Houston and the Alamo, and meeting Governor Allred in Austin. He resumes duties for congressional adjournment and may attend the Democratic national convention in Philadelphia.
Cleveland reports show Col Frank Knox supporters optimistic about his path to the nominating convention as field generals predict progress. Oklahoma delegates dispute unit rule claims while stressing they will vote their best judgment for Knox. Nathan W MacChesney, a Chicago lawyer and former general, says Knox momentum has grown in 24 hours, though headquarters keep gate on the total delegates at 281.
George W. Snyder, national committeeman, urged the Republican party to adopt and implement the 1932 Democratic platform. He argued the old platform was a waste and urged vigor in party guidance.
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