Bryan and Kern Nominated by Democratic Party in Denver
William Jennings Bryan of Nebraska is nominated for president by the Democratic party at the Denver convention. The roll call shows Bryan leading with strong support as delegates rally amid large crowds and theatrical demonstrations. John A Johnson and George Gray also receive nominations, while speakers defend Bryan against socialist accusations and the convention adjourns for platform work.
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William Jennings Bryan
Nebraska
Democratic Party
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Gray
Bryan
Spa
Lana
Dana
Johneon
John A. Johnson
Minnesota
George Gray
Delaware
Gov. Johnson
Winfield Scott Hammond
Connecticut
Irving F. Handy
Handy
Senator Gearin
Oregon
Glenn
South Carolina
Claude Swanson
Virginia
Clayton
Bell
Aldreaa
Mabama
Roosevelt
Ble Ures
Colorado
Platform Committee
Committee On
Dixie
Thomas P. Ball
Texas
Taikn
Grady
New York
Wade
Iowa
Champ Clark
Missouri
Clark
United States
Chairman Claton
Convention Adjourns Early After Pleading Outburst
The report notes a disruption during the convention as a plewire racked the audience and caused an outburst. Attendees showed waning enthusiasm until the session adjourned till 1 PM on the following day.
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Kern Nominated by Acclamation for Vice President
At the convention the bid for vice president narrowed to John Worth Kern of Indiana with Townes and Howell withdrawing. Kern was nominated by acclamation amid strong Missouri and Georgia support and a crowded hall. Kern's career included Indiana attorney roles and state senate service prior to national attention.
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Howard County
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Bryan Declares He Will Not Seek Re election
William Jennings Bryan says upon his nomination as Democratic presidential candidate that the honor is the highest official possession and he will not be a candidate for re election if elected. He emphasizes singleness of purpose and duty to the people, not personal ambition.
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