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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1912
Page
1
The Democratic convention in Baltimore adjourned at about three with nominations expected tonight or possibly finished by morning. Reported actions focused on credentials committee findings and related measures as the session progressed.
A chaotic convention scene erupts as Parker struggles to restore order while Rabbi Guttmacher gives the invocation. Delegates shout for Wilson with banners declaring support as bells and crowds fill the hall. James is named to be chairman for Bryan's sake.
At Baltimore June 27 the Bryan influence shapes the Democratic National Convention. The resolutions committee votes to delay a platform until after the presidential nomination, while Bryan refuses the chairmanship and plans a minority report if the platform diverges from his views.
Congressmen Sulzer and Sullivan win seating for national convention. The credentials committee rules the Sullivan delegates entitled to seats over Mayor Harrison forces by 42 to 9 in Chicago. Additional seats for the Seventeenth and Twentieth district delegates approved 38 to 13. The debate centers on timing of the platform and candidate decisions.
Report on Tammany Hall leadership influence and division within the convention. Sullivan faction members and dissident votes listed by state. Police control of the county convention debated with Mayor Harrison claiming large police deployment. National committee overrules to seat Costello delegation. Bryan declines to join Roosevelt’s third party. uncertainty persists about his stance.
The Baltimore hall crowd hears heated debate over unit rule. Delegates argue about instructions and minority reports as Parker and Covington lead the rules discussion amid sweltering conditions and a packed arena.
Miss Laura Delker of this area wed Edward G. Dunn recently nominated for Iowa governor by the Democratic party. After a short wedding trip the couple will reside in Dunn's hometown of Clear Lake. Bangor?
Former U S Senator Anthony Higgins of Delaware died at his brother's home in New York City after a period of illness. He was over seventy one and the last Republican elected to the U S Senate from Delaware.
A rules body report states the resolution committee should not report until after candidates are nominated. The note signals heightened caution in handling the process and emphasizes timing before formal action.
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