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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1936
Page
1
Former President Herbert Hoover endorsed the platform for Governor Landon’s presidential bid praising its gold standard stance and progressive principles. Hoover said the document admirably covers the policies he has long advocated and fully supports its goals though he noted minor items he would have liked extended.
Ali M Lafidon announced a vigorous campaign plan to lead Republicans to victory in November. In Topeka thousands gathered around the executive mansion as Landon spoke with emotion, praising neighborly support and unity. Weathered by sirens, lights, and crowd noise, the rally showcased strong party fervor and endorsements.
Oregon Til June the Fair support of Alf Landon, the Republican presidential nominee, was promised today by Frank C Lewden, the party elder statesman. He telegraphed to the governor of Kansas last night: I congratulate you with all my heart and earnestly wish the greatest success for you in November. Tune in KABG at 1130 every morning except Sunday for The Right’s Jest and found column. Dial P1031 to place your message.
July 2a weather table lists temperatures 81 79 76 with 20 mph wind from northeast and humidity around 74 to 85 percent. Precipitation shows trace in past 24 hours, with total deficiency 12.39 inches since January 1. Moonrise 12:58 p.m. and moonset 7:33 a.m. Saturday. Tourist forecast covers U.S. cities showing cloud cover, highs in 60s to 90s, and assorted clear or cloudy conditions for Abilene Albuquerque Amarillo Atlanta and many others.
In Cleveland on June 13 Peggy Landon, daughter of Landon, watched her father’s nomination with pride. She sat in a corner box with grandfather John Landon as campaign manager John Hamilton delivered a dominating speech. After the convention she celebrated by eating a hamburger and spoke of calling dad to share the news.
June convention hall erupts as Republican backers cheer Alfred Mossman Long and nominee Whe FFS amid banners, silk flowers, and a conductor style tribute with marching bands overpowering the crowd sound.
Knox congratulates Governor Landon as standard bearer of the Republican Party at the national convention. He notes the party's approval and says he joins others who will support Landon for victory in November under his leadership.
The scene opens with an incomplete speech by a youthful figure amid a boisterous gathering. Chairman Snél uses his gavel as speakers including Lester J. Dickinson, Harry Nice, Charles Taft, and Vandenberg offer brief remarks signaling a formal start to the Kansas event.
A report from Mexico City on June 1 discusses Jefferson Cattery, the U S ambassador to Cuba, possibly replacing Josephus Daniels as ambassador to Mexico. Vicente Lombardo Toledano criticizes Cattery as an ally of Col Fulgencia Astra, calling the move an offense to Mexican workers and signaling a formal protest. Daniels mentions a June 24 decision, with caseload details appearing in classified ads and routine notices.
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