Dry forces issue notice to leaders in wets and drys dispute
Chicago and Washington reports state that dry forces oppose dodging prohibition and will seek action at Republican and Democratic conventions. B Wheeler and colleagues push legislative ratification while White House notes anticipated denouncement of Republican Congress by President Wilson.
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Old Guard Bosses Play By Old Rules In Chicago Convention
Chicago June 7. Longtime party bosses preside as delegates gather amid promises and perks. The piece traces the machine politics lineage from 1913 to today, naming Penrose and other veteran operatives who steer candidate choices and delegate influence.
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Big Three On First Ballot In Chicago Convention
Campaign managers and lieutenants pressed delegates in Chicago on the eve of the Republican presidential nominating balloting. Early tallies showed Major General Leonard Wood leading, with Frank O. Lowden and Hiram Johnson also ahead. Butler gains as a new trend while Hoover’s backers push for second choices. The scene likened to gamblers at a poker table.
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Muddle in Republican Convention Hints at Unclear Nomination
Chicago TL dane reports that with 74 hours to go the Republican National Convention faces murky prospects as delegates seek leadership and a clear nominee. Johnson gains attention but lacks a decisive surge. Lowden, Wood, and Hoover trails show mixed gains amid uncertain field.
Did Johnson Say It or Didn't He?
Chicago report notes Senator Johnson reportedly told newspaper men he would certainly accept the nomination even if the party endorsed Lodge reservations. Two score correspondents heard him say it, though he later claimed he meant only that "we will cross the bridge when we come to it."
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Nomination Dope From Penrose Talks in Philadelphia
A 1920 field note from Philadelphia reports Boies Penrose naming Sproul as a dark horse nominee while Hinting at Chicago plans. The writer, Will, observes Penrose predicting delegates and notes Chicago crooks hoping to delay news.
Hamlin's Wizard Of 7 Headache Pain Relief Note
Hamlin's Wizard Of seven offers quick relief for neuralgia and headaches when rubbed on. It claims antiseptic healing to prevent infection from injuries and is useful for sore feet neck frost bite and mouth ulcers. Sold by druggists for 30 cents with money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
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Adler-i-ka Well Claims Fight Stomach Ailments
Patient testimony cites 15 years of stomach trouble resolved three weeks after Adler i ka. Ad claims Adlerika flushes both bowels and relieves gas and sour stomach, removes foul matter, often cures constipation, and may prevent appendicitis. Product lists buckthorn cascara glycerine and nine ingredients with Swift Drug Co and Bartell Drug Co distributing.
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