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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 05, 1920

Page

8

Democracy's Choice in Democratic Nomination

Summary of Sunday discussions in San Francisco on Democratic nominating strategy amid Wilson opposition. Mentions McAdoo Palmer Cox Davis Marshall Smith and state bosses Murphy Taggart Brennan with Indiana New York roles and potential ballot outcomes and concessions to avoid convention disruption.

San Francisco McAdoo Palmer Wilson Messrs Murphy New York Taggart Indiana Brennan Timors Cox Marshall Guv Smith John W Davis Bainbridge Calby Homer Cummings John Barton Payne Smith Curckis Davis West Virginia Cornwell

Bergerism versus Americanism in Wisconsin district race

The passage argues Victor Berger’s ineligibility due to wartime acts and urges voters in Wisconsin to unite behind a single candidate to oppose Bergerism. It notes prominent figures and factions, including a Republican follower and Kamp Cameron, as the campaign centers on loyalty and democracy.

I Follette Berger

Death of Dr. Gorgas Grips Washington With Loss

Washington mourns the death of William Brawford Gorgas former surgeon general of the United States Army after a brief illness in London He spent years in this city and earned praise as a sanitary pioneer renowned for eradicating plague yellow fever in Cuba and suppressing disease on the Isthmus of Panama through decisive public health work.

Washington William Brawford Gorgas United States Army Londo Cit Gen Gorgas Cuba Tropics Isthums Panama

Dr Gorgas Recalled For Global Impact On Public Health

Dr Gorgas rose to global fame for his pioneering work in public health, leaving a luminous record of scientific achievement. Born in Mobile Alabama in 1854, he was the son of Josiah Gorgas a West Point graduate who led Confederate ordnance and later became president of the University of Alabama. His mother is noted as a gifted woman.

Ers Dr Gorgas Mobile Ala Josiah Gorgas West Point University of Alabama Gorgas

Two Platforms Show Evolution of Campaign Platforms

The piece contrasts Democratic and Republican platforms crafted in Chicago and San Francisco, noting their length and clarity. It recalls Lincoln guiding 1860 platform strategy, urging focus on one central idea and warning against divisive extra issues. It suggests voters will rely on interpretation, candidates, or party loyalty amid verbose promises.

Chicago San Francisco Abraham T Lincoln Schuyler Collas House Lincoln Indiana Massachusetts New Hampshire Ohio

Praise From Sir Hubert and the French Ally

A royal reply from Marshal Foch on the anniversary of American independence extols the American Expeditionary Force. He calls it brilliantly commanded and ready for offense, honoring victories at Chateau Thierry, St Mihiel, Thiancourt, and the Argonne. The piece lauds Washington Lafayette and Pershing, urging enduring Franco American friendship in future peace efforts.

Marshal Foch Chateau Thierry St Mithiel Thiancourt Argonne Washington Lafayette Ochambeau Grasse France Amerca

Fragmented political snippet hints at platforms and celebration

A garbled passage references a Fourth of July celebration, political platforms, and the Democratic platform praising efficient handling at a department. Names and clear facts are partially obscured, offering a vague glimpse of a public notices style item without concrete details.

Testoffice Department

Dartrey's New Earl Distant Relative Of William Penn

The article discusses Dartrey's new earl, heir through death of his elder brother, a Coldstream Guards captain, with minor title Cremorne and links to the Dawson line. It recounts ancestry from Thomas Dawson, Viscount Cremorne, and details a London Cremorne garden and its notoriety, plus an anecdote involving the Duc de Lorge and a London cab, ending with the transfer of titles to unwed cousins and the evolving status of the Countess of Dartrey and Dartrey’s lineage.

Dartrey William Penn Coldstream Guards Cremorne House of Dawson Thomas Dawson Dublin Philadelphia Freame Thomas Freame Philadelphia Lord Cremorne Surrey Thames London Battersea Way Paris Not Duc de Lorge Arthur James Grafton Street Piccadilly Duke of Orleans Iine Cremornes Hackman Lady de Ros Hairtrey Vesey Lawson Dougliga Shaw Lord Chimberlains Department de Roe George Dartreys Countess of Marquise DE Fontenoy

Convention Sidelights on Democratic Convention Balloting

Special to The Washington Post from San Francisco reports on July 4 as Woodrow Wilson’s name surfaces on the twenty second ballot through Tony Stouver and Mike Arandes of St Louis. The piece details dramatic scenes in the Cox and McAdoo camps, crowd antics, and the volatile atmosphere in the press stand and gallery as delegates vote and organizers push for strategic outcomes.

Washington Post San Francisco Woodrow

Sunlight Regime Proposed for Prison Life in Siusvanle CT

An illustrated proposal describes hours of sun exposure for inmates at the West of the Catables prison complex. The plan features solar access through skylights, a central tower for guards, and a circuit camera fence around a 31 foot high enclosure. Professor Kig Moulton from the University of Chicago is cited as introducing the idea, modeled after a New York State building commission concept.

University of Chicago Les Betn Mehr Phe Prison Thich New York

Straus Health Bureau Highlights at Jerusalem Talks

Nathan Stris of New York told the international liquist conferences that the Straus health bureau in Jerusalem had addressed a long ignored need. He noted a free soup kitchen feeding 700 to 1,000 daily and described malaria fights and cholera prevention through clinics, injections, and nurse outreach across five districts.

Associated Prea London Nathan Stris New York Liquist Straus Health Bureau Crimany Holy Land Tri Bureau Mo Straus Jerusalem Straus Health Bureau

Country Club Flier Details and Construction Costs

A damaged OCR text describes a country club project with a 32000 600 club, a club house, and lin es for aerial lines. It notes landings fields, building plans, and costs for construction, plus mentions memberships, suppliers, and possible timelines in an unclear narrative. Grounded entities include Mevelani Bo, New York, and unnamed developers.

Adarce Constructan John Owing

Chilean Vote Nears Decision After Congressional Session

Chilean presidential race hangs in balance as July polling looms. Arturo Alessandri and Luis Burros Borgins lead in preliminary tallies debated in a joint congressional session that will certify results and address any contest.

Bse Arturo Alesswidri Coral Vee Luis Burros Borgins

Heard in the Corridors of Washington Hotels

A fragmented discourse on living costs, wages, and working conditions decorates a column with references to John T Harrison of Pittsburgh and the energy for reform. The piece traces shifting expectations, restaurant costs, and the demand for better pay and reduced work, amid a broader wartime and political backdrop.

Washington

New Austrian Cabinet Formed With Fourteen Ministers

Vienna reports a new Austrian cabinet formed today, comprising fourteen ministers. Parties hold proportional representation by their national assembly strength, with most previous officers retained. Karl Renner remains chancellor and heads foreign affairs.

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