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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1920
Page
5
At the Democratic National Convention in San Francisco July 1 the platform committee failed to report delaying action until tomorrow morning. William J Bryan lobbied for a prohibition plank while the hall packed with delegates and spectators demanded Bryan.
San Francisco July 2 The platform committee of the Democratic National Convention defeats both wet and dry planks by a 39 to 11 vote, leaving the platform silent on prohibition. Bryan has not spoken on his bone dry plank. The debate narrows to enforcement versus silence as attempts to insert pro prohibition language fail. Outside, 5,000 ticket holders crowd the arena while attempts to start are hindered by band music and prayers precede the session. Continued on page four.
The Democratic platform committee in San Francisco on July 1 fought over the prohibition plank, with wets and drys clashing and threats to carry the dispute to the convention floor. The Irish question also dominated talks as the committee rejected diplomatic recognition of the Irish republic, favoring League of Nations actions instead. William J. Bryan led the drys, urging a firm stance, as the panel moved toward a middle course on prohibition and prepared to address suffrage in Tennessee, North Carolina, and Florida.
Governor Clement of Vermont, after a conference with Senator Harding in Washington, signaled support for a special session of the Vermont legislature to consider ratification of the federal suffrage amendment. He said Vermont will act thoughtfully, preferring state action and federal action to expand voting rights.
The Snake River flood waters released at Jackson Lake on June 27 assure ample storage, with 98,850 acre-feet in reserve versus 290,810 a year ago. Officials say grain will be harvested before storage waters are drawn, leaving full supply for hay and other crops. The tract now shows bright, promising crop prospects as alfalfa and grain look healthy.
New York July 1 An advisory nine member group of railway executives was authorized to handle transportation emergencies via cooperative action among railroads. The committee will cooperate with the Interstate Commerce Commission and advise on matters from any proper source. Local executive committees will operate at major railroad centers.
Report from Huntington and San Francisco on attempts to form a coalition against William G. McAdoo for the Democratic nomination. Observers cite lack of central control and ambivalence among Palmer and Cox supporters. Leaders hold informal talks as delegates delay decisive action amid platform debates. Continued on page four.
In a long lead time, the Newspaper Enterprise Association arranged for test planes to connect with miles away as the first picture of the Democratic National Convention.
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