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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1932

Page

9

Hoover Nominated as Ideal Republican Standard Bearer

Delegates at the convention nominate Herbert Hoover with Scott praising his energy and leadership. California supporters lead a rousing parade as Hoovers name is spared to the end, with a large ovation from statesmen and governors including Rolph of California and Gardiner of Maine.

Curtis Bertrand Buell New York America Scott Nobove Aerie He’ Coerely Josey L. Fentt Los Angeles Oto Hoover Booth Republican Party California Loy Bal Joon James Rolph Wiliam T. Gardiner Maine John L. McNab Uch McNab Kansasity Herbert Hoover United States McNeb

Hoover Nomination Tense Convention Fight in Oregon

A tumultuous Oregon presidential preference primary scene erupts as Dr. Joseph J. France seeks to address the convention and Calvin Coolidge, with Hoover backing, is debated. Police escort removes France after clashes over speaking rights as Oregon’s Hoover slate dominates despite protests and platform battles over prohibition and party unity.

France Valui Novitate Calvin Coolidge Snell Alvin ‘T. Hert Louisville Kentucky Honver Amelia Hoover Seale Coolidge

Prohibition Battle Leaves Scars at Chicago Convention

Chicago June 16 The Prohibition plank split the convention with 681 to 472 votes in rejecting a repeal stance. Wets left disgruntled as bitter floor clashes and sharp resolutions marked the night session, signaling wounds likely to linger in the campaign as party factions diverge.

George PF. Holmes Chicago INS Micholas Murray Hiram Bingham

Firestone Calls For Prohibition Repeal Stance by G O P

CHICAGO June 1. Harvey Firestone rubber magnate arrived from Akron and voiced disappointment with the party’s prohibition stand. He supported repeal, saying enforcement failures harm public order and that the eighteenth amendment must be repealed. He urged the resubmission plan is a difficult route to repeal.

Chicago Republican Party Harvey Pyreatong Akron Oho Prohibion Propic

Calles Party Heads to New York for Wife Hospitalization

Mexico City June 16. General and Mrs Plutarco Elias Calles will depart by special train for New York where Mrs Calles, gravely ill, will enter a hospital for an operation. The move is reported by Excelsior.

Senora Calles Mexico City Mexico Excelsior and Today General Plutarco Elias Calles New York

Magic rock Wool insulation promise cold homes

An advertisement from Home Inavalion Co of Texas claims new rock wool insulation fills walls, seals heat, and cuts fuel costs. The copy promises easy installation by a machine, minimal disruption, and substantial savings, urging readers to call for a free estimate.

Jonas-Manville Ethan Johng-Manville Corporation Samfort

Senate Rejects Bonus Despite Veteran Protests

The senate body stands firm against paying the bonus as veterans and supporters press on Washington. Organized lobbying by state groups and veteran committees seeks to force a reversal, while military authorities coordinate emergency medical support at multiple camps and central dispensaries to treat wounded and distribute aid.

Inv Bug Washington Senate Uney Ordor Veterans’ Central Legislative Committee Rele Ute Marine Corps Bonus Elvittan Inday Ue Gallingey

Veterans threaten to squat in DC building over bonus demand

Nearly 2000 war veterans camping near Pennsylvania Avenue threatened to become squatters if evacuation orders were enforced. A committee led by George Alman, ex army commander in chief now a bullion officer, protested at police headquarters after evacuations were ordered. Capt. William G. Stoll warned officers and said no quarter. Most veterans hailed from the South and warned of a rapid change if forced out. The group faced possible action by the fire department to remove them.

Washington, D.C Penns Myantr Avenue George Alman Army William G. Stoll Alman Trex Tne

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