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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1928

Page

10

Slap at Hoover Cheered by Convention Drama

A chaotic Hoover era convention in a large hall opened with noise and delay as delegates demanded action. Franklin D Roosevelt arrived as floor marshal, while a black chorus stirred the crowd and a formal speech by Smith was anticipated for the night session.

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Convention hears Robinson appeal for unity of party

A chaotic but fervent scene at the convention features Robinson named permanent chairman amid a minority challenge. Col. Histine objects, while Arkansas delegates cheer as Robinson vows unity and praises farmers relief, with tensions over hoover support and oil scandal rhetoric shaping the proceedings.

Robinson Unity OF Party Carl T. Histine Missouri Gsor Fresen Rabinson Istine Isiana Ristine W.w.dardin Ohio Arkansas Eevator Onikes Trobinson Hoover Farm Relief Ann Kebineon Faros West Middle West Mr. Hoover Democratic Party

Stump Speaking Caps Night at Democratic Convention

Houston audience hears Arkansas Senator Hodinson lead in second place on the ticket. Claude O Bowers of New York delivers a rousing keynote as the convention continues with Democratic gospel and partisan fervor amid rain and cooling temperatures.

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Ambiguous Page One Notes on Elections and Hopes

The fragment discusses political expectations, warnings to young women about dangers from unknown gentlemen, and mentions a large potential plurality in the upcoming election. It references Teague of Nationa smplitely and Tot-Ankh-Ameem in a tone that hints at party platform considerations and public sentiment.

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Moody Carries Fight Before Committee

Governor Moody presses for a dry plank in the Democratic platform at the national convention. He works with Texas officials to influence the Prohibition stance, while opposing a direct challenge to Governor Smith. Tone reflects Texas leverage, party figures, and reactions from supporters and opponents.

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San Antonio Mayor Shuns Ticket Solving At National Delegation

Houston June 27 The San Antonio mayor attended New York talks and then vanished seeking convention tickets amid Texas Democratic delegates. Disputa over admit tickets drew in county and district officials. Amid hospitality talk, Houston hosts and San Antonio Republicans debated welcome signs and a party splinter.

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Cotton Growth Advances in Texas Amid Weather Favorability

The weekly cotton bulletin issued Wednesday by the weather bureau notes general progress in Texas cotton growth, with improvements in growth except where high winds hinder small and uneven plants. The report highlights overall advancement and weather influence on the crop.

Texas J. HW Dare Hoe Weather Bureau

Hobo King Prefers Camp Fire To Home Says Wife In Suit

In Los Angeles on July 27 a divorce suit against Mrs Angelarg J Howe names Jacks Halse Howe and cites his preference for camp life and pals of the rail over home comfort. The case notes tension over elevator service at the Rice and mentions several figures seen at San Antonio headquarters amid ongoing court action. An advertisement lists Fourth of July party supplies including balloons rockets and fireworks.

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Farm Relief Friends Aim to Add Simpson to Subcommittee

Houston June 27 Three men die in Missouri Zinc mine near Wata din as rock collapse traps workers. Prohibition shelved briefly as farm relief supporters push to add Simpson to the Democratic platform subcommittee. Senator Corwanny of Arkansas linked to Farm Relief Bill amid tense early session.

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