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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1920
Page
1
A Chicago convention session adopts a Hawke resolution urging a new basis for representation to avoid reduced future presence for Southern Republicans. It calls for rebalanced seats, cites disputes over foursteenth and fifteenth amendments and potential delegation reductions if gains do not materialize.
The 1920 Republican convention saw Senator Lodge announce Calvin Coolidge as the party’s presidential nominee. The crowd’s energy faded as the returns came in and Vice Presidential moves were discussed, with delegates preparing to end the gathering as Lodge’s gavel signaled closure.
Chicago dispatch reports Warren G Harding secured the Republican nomination. Celebrations erupt as crowds cheer in Chicago while leaders and rivals issue statements on the historic moment. Individual remarks from Leonard Wood and others reflect cautious optimism for a Harding victory.
The fragmentary diary notes a convention scene with Lardner and Borah referenced, discussing possible shifts to the Federal League, Democratic tickets, and candidate strategies. It mentions Lodge, Taft, and various delegates and voting quirks, with a chaotic, stream of consciousness recounting of the morning session and polling, including references to Minnesota and Michigan as part of delegate dynamics.
The volatile draft lists Irvine Lemont of Wisconsin and Henry Allen of Kangas with Califors Coolidge leading, alongside stray names like Honey Andersog and many stateanchored labels. Amid garbled OCR, voters see fragmented party lines and unclear totals, reflecting a chaotic ballot tease.
A wartime note on aviation dangers argues deaths largely stem from pilots’ risky control of aircraft in severe weather and loops. It cites incidents, emphasizes training and safer landing paths, and recalls a lieutenant’s unusual grave ceremony request as evidence of the peril and culture around air service.
Chicago dispatch surveys Warren G. Harding sealing the Republican nomination for president on a tense night. He plans to return to Washington for final campaigning while avoiding public remarks as reporters swarm and photographers flood the lobby. Harding’s victory follows lengthy balloting and intraparty maneuvering, with supporters and delegates rushing to confirm his nomination and prepare for the coming campaign.
Reports from Chicago describe Mrs. Warren G Harding rushing to her husband after his nomination, beaming with excitement. She recounts twenty years campaigning with her husband, notes her disbelief at the moment, and jokes about her photograph having a hard time capturing her face.
A historic Round Up event draws cowboys and publishers from across the Bath region. Eager fans gather as contestants prepare for rope and wrestling bouts while cattle prices and gate receipts anchor the show. Officials promise prize money and a staging at the fairground.
A shortened freight rate notice notes Mn carriers lowering shipping costs amid demand shifts. Phang Crockett and Keotey Hiroproat Starssye Co-tAdv appear in the abbreviated item as involved parties or sponsors.
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