Parker Elected Temporary Chairman at Democratic Convention
At the Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore on June 26, Alton B. Parker of New York won the temporary chair with 670 votes to 610 for Colonel Bryan. The session split the party’s aim between Bryan’s bid for a fourth nomination and the rise of progressive leaders like Champ Clark and Woodrow Wilson. Clark’s backers claim he could be the compromise to unite conservatives, while Bryan’s influence remains strong enough to shape the platform. The ballot suggests progressives may gain the presidency, potentially solidifying Clark’s path if he sustains momentum and New York delegates swing in his favor.
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Parker
Alton B. Parker
New York
Democratic National
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William 4. Bryan
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Champ Clark
Woodrow Wilson
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National Committee Members by State Listed in Event
A compiled roll shows state leaders and delegates: Alabama Weatherby Arkansas Cavanaugh California Sanford Colorado McCus Connecticut H 8 Delaware Saulabury Florida Crawford Georgia Howell Indiana Taggart Iowa Wade Kansas Sapp Kentucky Mayo Maine Jones Maryland Talbott Minnesota Lynch Mississippi Powell Missouri Goltra Montana Kremer Nebraska Hall New Hampshire Reed New Jersey Hudspeth New Mexico Jones North Carolina Daniels North Dakota Braegger Ohio Moore Oklahoma Galbreath Oregon King Pennsylvania Palmer Rhode Island Green South Carolina Tillman Tennessee Mountlear Texas Cato sell Utah Wallace Vermont Browne Virginia Ellyson Washington Patton West Virginia McGraw Wisconsin Davies.
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Alabama
Arizona
Fradnar
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
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Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
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South Dakota
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Sten Ao
James A. Weatherby
Arkansas
William Cavanaugh
John B. Sanford
Thomas J. McCus
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Williard Saulabury
J. T. G. Crawford
Georgia
Clark Howell
Charles Boechenstein
Indiana
Thomas Taggart
Towa
Martin J. Wade
Kansas
William F. Sapp
Kentucky
John Mayo
Maine
E. L. Jones
Maryland
J. F. C. Talbott
Minnesota
Frederick B. Lynch
Mississippi
Robert Powell
Missouri
Edward F. Goltra
Montana
J. B. Kremer
P. L. Hall
Eugene Reed
Robert 8. Hudspeth
A. A. Jones
Joseph Daniels
John Braegger
E. H. Moore
J. Kelly Dicon
Arkanway
P. T. Clark
Charion A. Barhow
Ay von Tilberg
Bryan
Sahon
Andrew Tinoh
Frank Harri
Minole
George W. Fithian
J. W. Kern
Iowa
Emmett Tinley
Marion
J. WC. Beckham
C. M. Sleeper
Tender Rayner
Massachunette
David J. Welsh
Martin O'Brien
Mixatanippi
J. K. Vardaman
Minsouri
A. M. Dockery
George L. Norris
Oraska
W. J. Bryan
J. J. Jamisan
John Henchcliffe
Thomas
Martin
W. W Block
West Virginia
J. J. Cromwell
George Sullivan
E. South
Harry T. Cresswell
W. J. Galligan
William E. Thomas
T. B. Helsel
Piorida
Frank Chase
G. KR. Hutchine
Clinota
R. A. Campbell
Joseph Bell
D. D. Murphy
I. M. Hinds
A. W. Young
R. BE. Harvey
Field
Massachusetts
Frank J. Dona
Hoe
T. J. Knox
Missisippi
J. B. Sherman
K. J. Coffee
Matt Miller
J. R. Willis
N. P. Wedin
Parker praises late rival at Democratic convention
In Baltimore on June 26 Temporary Chairman Parker praised the late rival in a Democratic convention address. William J. Bryan did not attend due to prior commitments with a fraternal gathering and work with the resolutions subcommittee. Parker was cheered mildly as he ascended the platform.
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Judge Parker
William J. Bryan
Baltimore
Parker
Resolutions Subcommittee
Parker Wan
Convention splits over credentials and Bryan support
Delegates clash at a political convention as Parker schedules a morning credentials meeting while a Michigan delegate presses for immediate credentials action. The Alabama to Wyoming resolutions committee lists names supporting William Jennings Bryan for chair and resolutions, signaling a broad party backing amid unrest.
New York Mayor Gaynor Emerges as Democratic Prospect
Baltimore June 26 Gaynor supporters predict William J Gaynor of New York will be Democratic presidential candidate based on votes for temporary chairman at the convention. Delegates are assembling amid growing chatter and hotel crowds indicate strong interest.
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Gaynor
Baltimore
William J. Gaynor
New York City
Enat
Lhairman
Ayense
Senator Pomerene Represents Ohio on Resolutions Committee
Senator Pomerene from Ohio serves on the resolutions committee in Baltimore.
Permanent Chairman Debate Shapes Democratic Convention
Baltimore June 26 The old guard seeks a progressive as permanent chairman to appease Bryan and his followers after his Parker defeat. Names mentioned include James of Kentucky Culberson of Texas Kern of Indiana and Burke of North Dakota with H S Dean of Georgia leading the permanent organization committee. The committee will reconvene to select and recommend a candidate after talks with party leaders.
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Baltimore
Old Guard
Bryan
Parker
Alect James
Kentucky
Culberson
Texas
Benator Kern
Indiana
Burke
North Dakota
Dean
Georgia
J. H. W. Goeke Delegate Selected for Democratic National Convention
J H W Goeke is named as a delegate to the Democratic National Convention. The selection strengthens party representation and aligns with local party leadership decisions ahead of the national event.
Jefferson Club presses Mack on women’s rights plank
A Denver based Jane Jefferson Democratic club appeals to Mack of the Democratic National Committee urging adoption of a women’s rights plank in the party platform. The club notes China has granted women rights and democracy faces questions about progress.
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Denver
Colo
China
United States
Jefferson Democratic Club
Col
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Mack
Democratic National Committee
Harmon Democrats Rally To Support Governor In Vote
Ohio delegation's vote in Baltimore allocates 29 supporting Alion B Parker for temporary chairman and shifts sentiment toward Governor Harmon. Bryan opponents tally 19 votes. Delegates Whitacre Scott Green Young and Pomerene cast notable first votes against Bryan.
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Harmon
Baltimore
Alion B. Parker
W. J. Bryan
Woodrow Wilson
Bryan
J Whitacre
R. P. Scott
Fifteenth
Senator Green
Dan Young
Fourteenth
Pomerene
Credentials Committees List By State Officials
A long list of names by state shows credential committees and their designated officials. Notable entries include Alabama George Sullivan and California Harry T. Cresswell with other states such as New York Charles M. Bulger and Texas M. M. Crane represented. The excerpt reads like an official roster of names and assignments across multiple states.
PARKER'S VICTORY WILLIAM J BRYAN ANSWERS
Baltimore June 26 William J Bryan returns to his Hotel Belvedere headquarters after Parker's victory for temporary chairmanship and says he has no formal statement to make noting the convention's attitude. He will attend resolutions committee meetings and may undertake a few minor requests for the committee. he declines further comment.
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William J. Bryan
Mimasif
Baltimore
Bryan
Belvedere
Parker
Brian
Resolutions Committee
Committee On Resolutions
Movement Among Democrats to Abolish the Two Third Rule
Baltimore 26 The rules committee at the national convention elected Representative Prominent in party affairs as chairman Harry Covington of Maryland. A subcommittee was formed to draft convention government rules. Mr Baldwin of Montana proposed abolishing the two thirds rule to take effect next convention. Ohio delegates numbering nineteen, seen as favoring Woodrow Wilson, would oppose unit rules. Mayor Baker of Cleveland attended and requested a hearing.
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Abel
Baltimore
Harry Covington
Maryland
Baldwin
Montana
Ohio
Woodrow Wilson
Harmon
Baker
Cleveland
La Follette May Back Fourth Party Amid Bryan Talks
Washington June 26 Senator La Follette visited Baltimore for part of the Democratic convention session but declined to discuss his stance. He did not confirm a conference with Bryan and offered no clear position on forming a fourth party if Bryan loses. Meanwhile Baltimore reports say Bryan did not attend a key resolutions committee gathering after adjournment. In Bucyrus Ohio a man hanged himself in a barn after fleeing from his wife and children.
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Benator
Washington
la Follette
Baltimore
Bryan
Wisconsin
LaFollette
Resolutions Committee
Mr. Bryan
Farming on Decline in United States
A census bulletin shows U S urban population rising sharply while farm land area and food output grow slowly. From 1900 to 1910 the urban population grew 34.8 percent, rural 3.8 percent, and farm land area expanded little. Farm land value more than doubled, costs of goods rose, and farmers received about 70 percent more for sales while purchases increased 12 to 15 percent.
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Bax An
United States Census Bureau
Iaat
Bureau
Fifth annual Woman's Home Missionary Society convention opens in Mt. Vernon district
The opening session of the fifth annual Mt. Vernon district Woman's Home Missionary Society convention of the North Ohio conference was held at 3 p.m. with devotions led by Mina H. B. Sharwood of Gambier. Delegates arrived in town for the sessions set for Wednesday evening and Thursday morning.
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Gar Sttreet M. BE
Woman's Home Missionary Society of
Mt. Vernon District
North Ohio
Mina H
Sharwood
Gambier
Thurdday
Rexall Kidney Pills Offer at Local Rexall Store
Ed Dever announces Rexall Kidney Pills for kidney bladder and urinary ailments with a money back guarantee. Purchase up to three packages at 50 cents each and receive a refund if not satisfied. Promises safe effective relief based on community testimonials.
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Rexall
Ed Dever
West Vernon Cement Block Accident Injures Man
Anthony Smith of West Gambier street was injured Wednesday morning while unloading cement blocks from a wagon in South Vernon. A block fell pinning his right leg between the block and wheel causing a bad gash. He was taken to Dr A T Fulton for surgical care.
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Anthony Smith
West Gambier Street
South Vernon
A. T. Fulton
How To Select A Good Investment
Ist look after the safety of the principal rather than the rate of interest. See that the principal is available for use on short notice in case of necessity. The Knox Savings and Loan Association pays four percent per annum on savings and four and five percent on certificates of deposit. Mrs. Thomas Tice and Dorothy, of Zanesville Ohio, are staying with Mr. and Mrs. Albert Harria in Sandusky Street for a few weeks.
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Knox Savings & Loan Association
C. F. Colville
Bee’y
N. W. Corner
Main & Vine Sta
Thomas Tice
Dorothy
Zanesville, Ohio
Albert Harria
Sandusky Street
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