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Newspaper
Sioux City Register
Location
Sioux City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1924
Page
1
A vigorous push for party unity surrounds the Davis bid for the presidency as factions seek concerted action. Cordell Hull’s resignation looms and Reynolds Bryan’s brother is linked to the pro-Davis effort while McAdoo shows cautious enthusiasm for a Davis ticket. Davis plans westward campaigning and public speeches, with Davis’s brother Hirgan noted among supporters.
United Press dispatch from Rio de Janeiro notes anticipation of a rebel defeat in Sao Paulo. Legal troops are active, the insurgent command is said to be fully organized, and Luz barracks remain the only enemy-held point in the city.
A garbled radio piece describes a mysterious ghostly voice and a claimed parrot sighting in the city. The chaotic dialogue mentions Mrs Davis and a property, but the tale remains unclear and fragmented.
The Woodbury County Democratic central committee nears a split amid a 7 to 9 vote split and possible switch of two committeewomen at an adjourned meeting set for Saturday at the county courthouse. Jesse Marshall, secretary, said three members indicated they may switch to the opposing side and back Dr Moore, with others expected to announce plans within 15 days, keeping the county in suspense.
In York on July 10 the Oregon delegation's nomination faced an unheard protest. The record notes that while William Gibbs Meng is named, the delegation’s vote was not unanimous and a written protest was sent to Chairman New, signaling contention within the party.
Funeral services for Calvin Coolidge Junior are described with the Northampton tribute as the presidential party leads a solemn procession. Mrs Coolidge veiled in black, Humprey Hughes and President Coolidge share the line of mourners. The town and church, with scripture and hymns, honor the young life taken away and reflect on loyalty to the president and his family.
Side Street Cigar Store Keeper Charles W. Bryan rises from Omaha shop to Lincoln public life and Nebraska governor. His long fight against high coal gas and gasoline prices helped shape the Democratic ticket and municipal policy. Bryan, born 1867 in Salem, Kentucky, served as private secretary to William Jennings Bryan and edited The Commoner. He led efforts to curb price gouging and backed municipal ice and fuel reforms, influencing state and national politics through the Bryan clan.
Fire department officials announced strict enforcement of city rules on fires within city limits after a blaze at Cecelia Park caused damage. The ordinance bans open fires near structures and within twenty feet of buildings, with violators facing fines and possible jail. Citizens who spot fires are urged to notify the department for immediate response.
Fragmented report notes Thornburg favored as successor to the late Raymond W. Cassady as secretary of agriculture by the state Republican convention. Mentions delegates, party dynamics, and unnamed talk of candidacy amid a busy nominating process.
United Press reports from a Waldorf Hotel court room where John W. Davis was nominated as the Democratic standard bearer amid the party’s bitter factional feud. The piece notes Cox’s return after pursuing a League of Nations crusade and facing a historic 7.7 million joint defeat in the past.
United Press reports at Colombes Stadium Paris as the U S flag rises over three staffs after the fifth day of track and field. Tee Barnes from Hollywood High School wins the pole vault, surprising rivals Glenn Graham and James K Brooker for top spots. Countries listed include England Sweden France Hungary South Africa New Zealand Norway Canada Switzerland Denmark.
Tokyo police detained Kazuo Noda, a college student, on July 10 for an alleged assassination attempt on Prince Tomas as he left the diet building. Noda carried a revolver and dagger and was overpowered before harming the prince.
A brief police raid led to the detention of a woman and a man amid a claim of discovery at a location. No further details on charges or outcomes are provided.
The report notes a woman swimmer in a July attempt crossing the English Channel at 6 am in a silk linen and rubber suit weighing 11 pounds. She wears a special suit to exclude cold. The feat is described as unprecedented for a woman, with four men previously noted and the swimmer identified as Miss Zetta Hilling France.
Davis said he has no definite plans for the immediate future but intends to take a short trip to the West. He noted he will consider opportunities after the break and will announce any definitive schedule later.
Report on the Democratic National Convention in New York naming John W. Davis for president and Charles W. Bryan for vice president after a bitter, drawn out balloting. Delegates switch votes, factions clash, and Bryan ultimately secures the nomination amid a crowded hall and late night drama.
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