Smith and Robinson Named on First Ballot at Democratic Convention
Governor Alfred B. Smith of New York wins the Democratic presidential nomination on a solitary ballot. Senator Robinson of Arkansas expected as running mate, with Reed of Missouri praising Smith. Prohibition plank adopted without fight as party unites behind Smith and the platform vows enforcement of law. Continued on page four.
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Presidential Ballot Results by State Houston June 29
The official result of the Democratic presidential nominating ballot is listed by state with vote tallies. States show varying support for Smith, George, Reed, Hull, Woollen, and others, reflecting shifts before the final result.
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Houston
Texas
Smith
Alabama
George
Hull
Woollen
Jones
Donahey
Arizona
Arkansas
Reed
California
Democratic Platform in Brief
Houston June 29 The high spots of the Democratic platform for Governor Smith as Presidential nominee cover law enforcement agriculture Republican corruption rights of states foreign policy flood control economy and reorganization finance taxation tariff civil service mining and waterpower. The platform calls for enforcement of the eighteenth amendment local self government merit system deep waterways and expeditious flood control projects.
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Farm Board
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Nicaragua
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Tornado Wrecks 23 Houses in Dekalb County Tenn
A tornado struck Alexandria in Dekalb County Tennessee early today destroying 283 homes and causing extensive damage. No lives were reported lost yet, but streets were blocked by fallen trees and the Cumberland River rose a record thirteen feet. One man was killed when a house burned after the storm. The event followed a day of heavy rainfall setting a June record.
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Smith Reiterates Prohibition Reform in Acceptance
Governor Alfred E. Smith in a Democratic national convention telegram urges fundamental changes in national prohibition. He cites corruption among law enforcement and bootlegging and argues changes must come through elected legislators. He supports local self government and states rights to achieve temperance and lawfulness.
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Georgians Helped Shape Prohibition Platform Fight
The Georgia delegation played a key role in opposing any platform modification at the convention. Senator Walter F. George polled 52.5 votes for the presidency as Georgia, Florida, and Alabama backed a strong prohibition plank. A caucus planned to choose a vice presidential candidate and discuss the drys’ strategy amid the Smith nomination.
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New York
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Florida
Alabama
Jim Reed
Cordell Hull
Tennessee
Robinson
Andrew C. Erwin
Ballot for Vice President shows Robinson leads in many states
The ballot tally lists Robinson with wins in most states from Alabama to New York, reflecting wide support. Notable entries include Berry and Barkley in several ballots and Fletcher in Florida with limited votes. The page continues beyond New York.
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Allen
Robinson
Barkley
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Fletcher
Georgia
Idaho
Kinois
Mrs. Ross
Smith Nominated for Presidency Delights in New York
Albany June 29 Governor Alfred E Smith enjoyed the nominating convention on the radio and in the Albany executive mansion. Relatives watched as delegates whispered and a Mississippi leader rode a small donkey down the aisle amid cheers.
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Associated Press
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Executive Mansion
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Ritchie
Thomas Jefferson
Homer Castell
Mississippi
Casteel
Japanese floods claim over 100 lives in western Japan
Osaka, Japan. June 29. A death toll of at least 100 persons is reported from western Japan where floods cause devastation and heavy property loss. The flood is especially severe in Kyushu with 1,500 houses and 70,009 acres of land submerged.
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Osaka
Japan
Kyushu
Vice Presidential Nominee Selected At Final Session
Arkansan Senator Joseph T. Robinson was chosen on the first ballot to be the Democratic running mate for Alfred E. Smith at the 1928 national convention. Robinson's nomination balanced the ticket for South and West, with strong oratory and party unity emphasized as the convention wrapped up.
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Associated Press
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New York
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