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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1924
Page
13
Amid chaotic convention chatter, Bryan opposes Smith speaking while delegates clash over plan to launch executive action. The scene spares no detail as coverage flags tense strategy, stalling tactics, and threats of retaliation dominate the proceedings.
Dawes returns to Evanston after a White House visit with President Coolidge and campaign talks with William M. Butler. He awaits official notification of his nomination to take place late this month.
A New York convention debate over addressing candidates during roll calls yields mixed signals. The discussion centers on suspending rules to permit any candidate to be addressed, with observers noting the maneuver as a skilled parliamentary play rather than intent to offend.
Gen Callea supporters anticipate victory in Sundays elections as the party seeks a majority in the chamber of deputies while committee members note plans for July 1st travel to France and discussions with German and English officials.
Norman H. Davis, former Undersecretary of State, paid $2,500 for a box at Madison Square Garden but ended with a $10 newsboy fee after clashes with Tammany Hall supporters who refused to yield. A publicity agent for William G. McAdoo notes Davis arranged with a newsboy to secure seats, aided by an Al Smith supporter.
Society editor recounts a whispering convention scene with delegates voicing plots and fatigue as Mrs Johnson proposes a ticket pairing Carl Vrooman for president and Franklin D Roosevelt as vice president. Attendees include Mrs Mars Wright Johnson and Mrs Nicholas Longworth among dress-clad attendees and formal platform moments.
New York July 4 governor Alfred E Smith cannot attend Tammany Hall celebration. He issues a message stressing independence and the Constitution, defending religious freedom and urging unity. He says tolerance is a moral right and warns against intolerance undermining the United States. He calls for solving Reconstruction issues without distraction by dissensions.
WHS. .F Roden reports on a convention seen by Mrs Harriman as recalling old six day cycle races. The hall energy swings between candidates, delegates, and gallery tensions, with public chants, song salutes, and strategic talks shaping the Republican and Democratic contest. Names such as Bryan, McAdon, and Lorain appear amid shifts by Southern and Missouri delegates and talk of Meddin versus Lawrence.
A historical recap notes the Democratic national convention in New York reached a record number of ballots for a presidential nomination, surpassing earlier long draws. It references the 1860s conventions, the split Northern and Southern factions, and remarks on how Lincoln and Breckinridge era dynamos shaped party outcomes.
Large Democratic convention turmoil unfolds as Ralston withdraws his name from the presidential race amid pressure from Taggart and delegates. The telegrammed notice signals shifts in support as McAdoo and Satt gain, with final ballots and convention action remaining unsettled in July.
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