Democrats at San Francisco Debate McAdoo Bid and Dark Horse Strategy
Delegates wrestle late for a presidential nominee with McAdoo leading but facing united opposition. Talks of dark horse candidates like Champ Clark Homer S. Cummings and Vice President Marshall surface as the platform fight over the League of Nations and Prohibition rages. The Bryan dry plank looms as a flashpoint in the convention's tense fourth day.
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San Francisco
League of Nations
Wilson
Platform
McAden
Champ Clark
House
McAdoo
Homer S. Cummings
Democratic National Committee
Marshall
Cox
Cox and
Ambassador Davis
Glass
Representative Flood
Resolutions Committee
Robinson
Ran Francisco
Tennessee
Florida
North Carolina
Virginia
Convention Resolutions Committee
Bryan
Glassy
Bryan Earit
Nebraskan
Democratic Platform Draft Described in Shaky Terms
A fragmentary report outlines the Democratic platform with a Bralubitien pianie described as slightly moist and supportive of constitutional amendment while opposing declarations on personal liberty. It notes a League of Nations plank aligned with Woodrow Wilson and the Virginia platform previously approved by the president.
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Democratie
League of Nations
Lane
Woodrow W
Virginia
Wison
Cox Delegation Obstructs at San Francisco Convention
At a June meeting Chairman Robinson urged order as Cox delegates demanded a demonstration. A noisy clash ensued with competing bands playing Southern anthems and a dramatic display while electricity filled the hall and delegates sang along in a heated, festive display.
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San Francisco
Robinson
Cox
Sts Conclusian
Cox Band
Hall
Kentucky
Democrats Nominate Candidates at San Francisco Convention
Associated Press report from the Democratic National Convention describes candidates placed in nomination as committee work continues behind closed doors to draft a platform. Nominating speeches were given ahead of the platform adoption with balloting likely late Thursday or Friday.
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San Francisco
Platform Committee
Democratic Party
League of Nations
Jesgue
Francisco
John W. Davis
Britain
Owen
Oklahoma
Palmer
Hitcher
Nebraska
Homer
Cummins
Democratic “Nation Committee
Willam G. McAdoo
Smith
New York
Edwards
New Jersey
Merdith
Cox
Ohio
Jan W. Gerard
McAdoo
Prohibition split shifts in platform committee vote
In San Francisco on June 29 the Bryandty forces were moved to present their case first in the platform committee hearing after a 27 to 15 vote. The fire division backed the prohibition angle, shaping the committee's early proceedings.
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San Francisco
Platform Committee
Gompers Presses for Progressive Labor Platform at Convention
In San Francisco on June 29 President Samuel Gompers urged the Democratic platform committee to adopt a labor friendly program. He warned Democrats face the challenge of a rival party bearing a reactionary banner and called for safety and reforms to empower wage earners both organized and unorganized. He noted labor proposals mirror longstanding federation positions from 1900s to 1910s and compared them with the Republican stance presented in Chicago.
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San Francisco
American Federation of Lauber
Gompers
Ifa
Republican Party
Federation
Matthew Woll
Republicn Committee
Chicago
Democratic convention opens with routine session delays
Aud amid run of routine business as reporters note a longer than usual hour in the Democratic convention at Ran- Francis Auditorium on June 29. The chapter moves through standard motions with no major changes announced.
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Associated Press
Francis
Kcill
Fragmented OCR Brief Leaves Question on Delegates
The readable lines point to uncertainty over delegates and credentials amid a Missouri Georgia dispute. References to a convention and committees hint at potential action but lack clear outcomes or dates.
Francisgo National Convention Debates Leadership Roles
Fragmentary report details internal struggle for control as factions argue over committee chairmanship and delegate duties at the convention. The text notes Bainbridge Arkansas and other union supporters. discussions hint at nominations and expected resolutions amid a tense gathering.
Republicans Accuse Opponents of Evasion at Nominal Convention
J Bruce Kremer assailed the opposing side as evasive while praising the Republican platform as a masterful document. He said the party would lead America forward after eight years of prosperity, urging the electorate to decide about the league of nations and world leadership without backsliding.
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San Francisco
J. Bruce Kremer
Democratic National
America
Republican Party
Ameren
Doings Among Hooliers Attend San Francisco Meeting
In San Francisco on June 28 the convention elected Vice President Marshall as a member of the resolution committee. Edward Toffian was reelected national committeeman and Thomas Ugart was chosen chairman of the delegation.
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San Francisco
Cal
Marshall We
Indiana
Edwaord Toffian
Thomas Ugart
Choaen
Democrats Bar Reed From National Convention Seat
In San Francisco on June 28, the Democratic National Committee seated Georgia Palmer delegates while voting Reed out of the convention. The Georgia action earnered 49 votes in favor with four absent, and Reed’s supporters plan to pursue the case with the credentials committee.
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San Francisno
Cel
Palmer
Malecates
Georgh
James A. Reed
Missouri
League of Nations
Takean Reed
Woote
Amde
Jane
Georgia Palmer
Seth of the Nation
Georgut
Clark Howell
Natonal
Reed
California
Deleware
Tne
Nols
Indiana
Lown
Kentucky
Nevada
New Jersey
New York
North Dakota
Ohio
Reeds
Alaboma
Arizona
Colorado
Connecticout
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Kansas
Maine
Maryland
Mangsachusetts
Michigan
Mississimi Missouri
Montana
New Hampshire
Neve Mexico
North Carolina
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennenses
Texas
Utah
Wromine
Alaska
Trawail Phillipines Party
Poon 4
Frank Quinn
F. F. Lynch
Minnesota
Arkanan
Louisiana
Oklahoma
West Virginia
Wlaconein
Tistrict Ad Columbia
Moore
Salisbury
Delaware
Moller
Nebraskan
Carkweller
Glave
Virginia
Arinal Reed
Quinn
Rhode
Jalard
Jones
New Mecd
Senate
White House
Credentiaia Committee
Kingest
James T. Bradshaw
Genreln
W. J. Vereen
Sdepesett
Platform fight shapes Democratic convention in San Francisco
In San Francisco on June 29 the Democratic platform fight centers on prohibition the Irish question and other key issues. delegates from diverse wings including Bryan supporters and anti administration factions shape the draft with figures like Glass Colby Walsh and McCormick. Joseph T Namy of Arkansas named permanent chair.
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San Francisco
Minoriny
Woo Bryan
Plank
Jia Fo Nugent
New Jersey
Wes
Glass
Virginia
Colby
State Department
Walsh
Montana
Senate
W. Rourke Cochran
New York
Marshall
Vance McCormick
Wisin
Rengter Glass
Sancestrans
Chephot Cares Fashioners
Sen
Vicw
Marsis Oul
World War I Era Covenant Critique by Ash
The text presents a political critique referencing the Monroe Doctrine and a covenant, accusing opponents of slander and premade plans. It attacks Democratic and Republican stances, condemns taxation and policy failures, and claims the party fights for justice amid foreign and domestic pressures.
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Democratic National Pynote
Ita
Ireland
America
Cummings
Paris
Thia
Wet forces triumph in first open clash at convention
A San Francisco report describes a clear wets victory in the first open clash for control of the national Democratic convention. In Pennsylvania caucus, a wet plank was defeated 60 to 34, while a dry motion to oppose Swen carried 60 to 134. The Pennsylvania delegation remained unified for Toll, with other details unclear.
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San Francisco
Cal
Pennsylvania
Iise
Weta
Vance McCormick
National Committee
Drysy
Toll
Bryan forecasts no wine and beer plank at convention
The report quotes Mr. Bryan saying delegates will not adopt a prohibition plank. He claims the convention will be led by Brevet or liquor interests and implies no compromise will salvage Democratic unity. Vets reportedly retreat to rear positions as debate rages.
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Mr. Bryan
Aas
William J GIVES VIEWS On Versailles Debate
In San Francisco June 26 Montaigne tone of the Versailles treaty reservations faces Senate opposition. Bryan aims to push amendments and majority rule for ratification. The Democratic plank seeks reservations and executive delegates while opposing a simple declaration.
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San Francisco
Montifica Ton
Senate
J. Bryan
Democratic Party
Matt Ay
Bryan
Restoration of Party Government Sought by Republican Candidate
Washington, D. C. The Republican ticket pledges to restore party government as a stabilizing influence. Senator Harding announced as candidate with Calvin Coolidge as running mate after a conference with national chairman Will Hays. Governor Coolidge urged a return of public opinion to self control and obedience to the law.
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Associated Press
Washington, D.C
Tardis
Che Pitts
Cabin Coolidge
Will HE. Hays
Coglidge
Fragments From Uneven OCR Echo Court Proceedings
An OCR fragment from a court page references United Estates Court actions in Indiana with dates and amendments. It mentions offenses and a Monday proceeding, along with incomplete names and a Mil for a went of error in the case.
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HAAGS
United Estates Court
Indiana
Chestnut family and neighbors visit in Porthe nsiv
Whitflell Chandler and Warry Ryrer Wert attended a gathering in Porthensv with Mrs. Or Chestnut visiting Thursday. Several Chestnut relatives from Vincennes to Bloomington and nearby towns were mentioned visiting, with outings to ball games and weekend visits to family.
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Whitflell Chandler
Warry Ryrer
Miss Berni
Tha Cnestaut
Mra
Quoretta Fumeriekhonne
Mike Nethe Persaine
Wedheeliv
Byrer
oMra Sareh Cheatnut
Maurice Quiviman
Flora Chestnut
Maysie Harper
Washington
Boarc
Vincennes
Cornelius Frest
Wesley Brown
Local Social Notes Highlight Evansville and Loogootee Visits
Miss Etfe Flyngi traveled to Washington Saturday for a teachers' examination and to visit relatives in Evansville. M. O. Pate and wife visited relatives in Loogootee Saturday night and Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. 4. W. Studkey and Mr. and Mrs. WAD Hatcard were visitors at W. S. Suilley's Sunday.
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Place
Vay
Etfe Flyngi
Washington
Keck Ifshere
Evansvilte
M. O. Pate
Loogootee
W. Studkey
Wad Hatcard
W. S. Suilley
Romania Seeks US Loan Security Amid War Strain
In a dramatic appeal, Romania asks the United States to place a loan as security, pledging valuable assets including bonds and properties. The proposal targets stabilizing funds amid wartime disruptions as German and Soviet pressures reshape regional finance.
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Rumania
United States
Choe of Fee Haven and Old Il C L Tiv the Age
The report from Santiago on June 3 describes economic unrest with rising prices and supply concerns. The piece notes domestic production, trade shifts, and poor crop transport affecting staple goods and inflation across markets.
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Age Yated Press
Santiago le
Rio
Notice to Residents Indiana v Daviesa county 1924
The document lists a notice to the unknown defendant in the Indiana v Davie s county case proceedings in the Davisess circuit court for September term 1924. It states that the defendant’s residence is unknown after inquiry and that an appearance and answer will be required in the next term or default judgment may be entered. It also includes appointment of executor Andre Biddinger for the Edward F Walter estate in Davis county Indiana and a lawyer’s name T. D. Simp.
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State of Indiana
Daviesa County
Willaigs
Gilbert Wadlinmis
Fess Circuit Court
George A. Faith
Janed
Daviess
Washington
Withers
Indiana
Edwand F. Walter
Daviess County
Andre Biddingeh
T. D
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