Democrats Nominate Davis Brief Rites At White House
Funeral services for Calvin Coolidge Jr. were held at the White House in simple ceremony amid flowers and prayers. President Coolidge and family prepare to move the body to Northampton Massachusetts for further services and burial beside the president’s mother in Plymouth Vermont.
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National Independent Party nominates a presidential ticket
The National Independent Party announces nominees for president and vice president after a referendum vote in Indianapolis. Candidates include N. Neilson of Fort Worth, James C. Fuller of Kansas City, Rh. L. Baldwin of Roberts, John J. Hopkins of New York, and John Zahad of Indianapolis. The party will not endorse Robert M. La Follette.
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Discontinue Signal Lights on Alaska Railroad
All switch and signal lights between Curry and Fairbanks 2065 miles on the Alaska railroad are ordered discontinued for the rest of the summer due to continuous daylight. Col. Lee H. Landis, manager, states the Alaska railroad remains the only line in the world operating 24 hours service without signal lights.
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Cheyenne National Bank Closes Doors in Cheyenne Wyoming
The First National Bank in Cheyenne failed to reopen and was closed by order of its board and a bank examiner. Liabilities and resources stood at about 36.96 million each with deposits near 3.5 million. The Citizens National Bank of Cheyenne also closed the same day. Senator Francis E. Warren planned to view the president of the First National Bank.
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Independent party calls to abolish the federal reserve
In Indianapolis on July 9 the Independent party published its chief plank arguing for the abolition of the federal reserve banking system. The proposal frames a major reform of U S monetary policy within their platform.
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GOP Headquarters Close in Chicago for Coolidge
In Chicago on July 9 the Republican national headquarters closed at 1 p.m. and remained shut for the rest of the day as a municipal service in honor of Calvin Coolidge Jr. and his family.
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Crop outlook in Iowa worst in 35 years
Des Moines July 9 The Associated Press reports Iowa crops face their worst outlook in 35 years. Reed Iowa weather and crop bureau director says corn knee high by July Fourth is rare except in best fields. Potatoes, cherries, currants yield well. late potatoes progress with cool weather. Winter wheat harvest advancing. army worm seen but being checked.
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Coolidge Responds to Democratic Convention Message
Charles R. Wilson of Huntington West Virginia asked for unanimous consent for a resolution to express the sympathy of the Democratic convention to President and Mrs Coolidge over their ill son. The measure was adopted by rising vote. A telegram from President Coolidge thanked the convention and conveyed gratitude for the sympathy.
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Scholz Paddock Duel Ends In Near Dead Heat
At Olympic Stadium Colombes France July 9 American sprinter Jackson V Scholz edged Charley Paddock in the 220 metre final as Lebholz touched out Paddock for a near dead heat. Paddock twisted his ankle and limped off after the finish. Kinsey won the 110 metre hurdles and Kinsey clocked 15 seconds. With ten events completed the US led Finland 112 to 96.
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Candidate hikes long distance to join Knights of Columbus
Robert Snell from Eagle Grove hiked across much of the state to be initiated into the Knights of Columbus. He and a younger brother averaged about thirty miles daily on foot with some auto rides near Clinton where the initiation took place. Twenty four other candidates were admitted.
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Davis Nominee After 103rd Ballot At Democratic Convention
John W. Davis of West Virginia is nominated for president after the 103rd ballot at Madison Square Garden. The convention anticipated Walsh of Montana for vice president as Bryan and McAdoo’s efforts failed to deny Davis. Davis faces formal statement of acceptance after speeches and congratulations.
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Democratic convention adjourns after nominating Davis
After nominating John W. Davis of West Virginia for president, the Democratic National Convention adjourned to 8:20 p.m. to consider Senator Thomas J. Walsh of Montana for vice president. Walsh, who had strong calls for immediate nomination, left the fate to tonight’s session with expectations of his nomination.
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Devis Takes Lead On 101st Ballot In Democratic Convention
John W. Davis of West Virginia leads on the 101st ballot with Oscar W. Underwood moving to second as McAdoo and Smith factions break. Meredith lags in slow third while other candidates show scattered support across the roll. Davis 316 Underwood 229 Meredith 130 McAdoo 52 Smith 121 plus minor totals. Absent 3.
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New Candidate Totals Show Shifts in Early Balloting
The tally lists John W. Davis 316 votes Oscar Underwood 229 EF T Meredith 120 and notes gains for Davis 113 percent Underwood 187 Meredith 54 while Smith and McAdoo suffer large losses 220 and 138 respectively
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Break Up Smith Vote Y July 9 Conference Split
Smith leaders decided to split their vote allowing delegates to ballot for their own preferences. Believed majority would go to Underwood. Governor Smith approved the plan with George Brennan announcing it. Franklin D. Roosevelt, Senator Walsh, Norman E. Mack, and Joseph K. Guffey attended the conference. The Smith crowd aimed to prevent McAdoo nominating Meredith and vowed unity when needed.
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Davis vs Meredith at Madison Square Garden July 9
Democratic convention workers at Madison Square Garden attempt to reassemble a national ticket after last nights explosion. McAdoo supporters await Gov. Smith withdrawal before shifting their backing toward John W. Davis or BE T Meredith of Iowa as the session adjourns.
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