Houston Colosseum Aims to Host Historic Party Convention
Houston’s new coliseum set to host Democratic national convention with capacity for 16 000 inside and 8 000 overflow, plus hospitality house for visitors. Center dome roof termed the largest of its kind, with 3000+ seats on the main floor and 2500 reserved for delegates. Major press and telegraph facilities planned to handle 50 000 visitors and full national coverage.
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Democrats to See Old Gray Mare at Dallas Meeting
The report describes Democrats in Dallas preparing to discuss a candidate nicknamed Old Gray Mare, linked with the party’s donkey symbol, during a gathering with local business and chamber groups. Delegates from Fort Worth and Houston attend as part of a broader state convention influence.
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Reed to Wage Battle for Democratic Nomination in Houston
Senator James Reed of Missouri arrives in Houston Friday night to begin his fight against AL Smith for the Democratic nomination. Reed seeks party support and to capitalize on momentum as the race intensifies in Texas and national circles.
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Leaders of Governor Smiths pre convention campaign discuss appointing 42 to Nomination of New York governor to influence convention dynamics Tammany Hall links with convention activity and Mayor Walker expected to head the Tammany delegation role in Smiths nomination while remaining wary of key decisions.
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Stop Smith Cry of Dan Mandy Tere ate
Houston June 22 A drive to force the nomination of Governor Alfred E. Smith on the second ballot to avoid a bitter convention fight over wet and religious issues that could carry into the election campaign was the strategy adopted by Smith managers. Early arrivals at the Texas convention found the setup similar to Kansas City where the field faced no strong opposition. here the field seems to favor Smith. Stop Smith is the cry of Governor Smith Moots who could become a leader of the Democratic forces in the convention, likened to Hoover at Kansas City.
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Prohibition Issue Dominates Democratic Convention Talk
George R. Holmes reports from Gion on June 23 that the prohibition issue dominates preconvention chatter as delegates and leaders discuss strategy for the Democratic national convention. The main question is how to handle Governor Smith’s candidacy, with Smith seen as likely to win within three ballots by many observers, while others push for alternatives. Norman Mack defends Smith, but no one has authorized a slate for New York, leaving the field unsettled and the platform shaping up as the central preconvention contest.
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Reed Optimistic Over Smith Wet Declaration in New York
A wave of optimism swept Reed's campaign HQ as Governor Al Smith reiterated support for reform of Prohibition. Reed, labeled a radical wet by supporters, predicted an easy victory if Smith remains his rival. Reed planned a late arrival and a Saturday morning press conference to discuss his tax enforcement record.
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Political clashes clouding party platform in lead up to November
A torrent of statements from temperance groups and anti saloon leagues presses delegates to reject any nomination that might undermine the 1024 plank. Yet observers note unity could persist as the party moves toward reaffirming strict enforcement and respect for party principles ahead of November.
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Smith Firm For Prohibition Change
Sew York June 22 The governor and Norman E Mack discuss prohibition policy amid speculation about a presidential bid Mack says the governor would resign if New York nominates him for president Gov Smith denies any change in his stance on prohibition and reiterates no resignation plans
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Gas price hikes seen as final
The San Antonio gas price history is outlined from 16 cents to 25 cents per gallon this year with declines and rises noted. The latest movement shows a hike to 18 cents per gallon, with hopes prices stabilize around 20 cents. A gasoline ad highlights available brands and pharmacist listings.
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Texas convict recaptured after escape in Kentucky case
Jack Climpins, 20, escaped from a Kentucky jail quoting a plan to contact his mother, was recaptured near Nuntsville Louisiana. He was serving a life term for killing his wife and will be held for New Orleans authorities.
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Tex Rickard to attend Democratic meeting this week
Promoter and manager Tex Rickard will ride in a special Missouri Pacific car to the Houston Democratic convention. He will travel with a party of twenty five officials and supporters, arriving for the event next week.
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Smith picture to be deleted from prohibitionists film
New York June 22 44 The governors image in the prohibition film Deliverance sparked a dispute as producers planned to remove his likeness. Officials say the footage shows the governor in a favorable or unfavorable light depending on edits while commentators argue the reel misrepresents policies and calls for consent from the governor and his secretary.
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Horned Toad Sale Scuffle In Democratic Convention
Dallas in June reports horned toads to be sold at the Democratic national convention in Houston. J G Donegan plans to buy and resell to delegates while Jones sought all toads for price offers. Jones was arrested for not taking all offers, later released after authorities intervened and a civil suit followed.
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