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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1920

Page

8

Navy Officers Graduated at Annapolis in War-Time Class

Two hundred eighty midshipmen were graduated from the Naval Academy with seven entering the Marine Corps as second lieutenants and others commissioned as ensigns. Richard M Watt Jr of Norfolk won first honors with a top overall score. Secretary Daniels urged keeping powder dry and pursuing new tactics for any future war.

Ananglia Naval Academy Secretary of the Navy Daniels Marine Corps Navy Atlantic Fleet Richard M Watt, Jr Norfolk Richard M Watt Construction Corps of the Navy Young Watt Calfornia United States United States of America

Massachusetts Delegates Weigh Wood Coolidge and Lodge

Massachusetts faces a complicated convention scene as 35 unpledged delegates may split between Gen. Leonard Wood Gov. Calvin Coolidge and Sen. Henry Cabot Lodge. A first ballot sighs toward Coolidge with a possible shift to Wood on the second, then toward Lodge as a compromise for strong factions.

Blaine Frye Hale Hoar Platt Ana Aldrich Massachusetts Leonard Wood Gov Coolidge Im Lodge Wood Lodge Crane Coolldgsé

Lodge as Republican leader seen in a changing national slate

The piece notes growing support for Senator Lodge as a potential Republican presidential contender. It discusses his Senate leadership on treaty issues, potential roles if nominated, and Western and Massachusetts implications including a possible Massachusetts cabinet seat and Lodge’s bid for permanent convention chair.

New England Senate Lodge Massachusetts Coolidge

Platform Committee Plans To Hear All Interests

Chicago June 3 The Republican Platform Chairman Hays states the platform is a sacred constitutional obligation between the party and the people Full hearings before the resolutions committee will be provided on all pertinent subjects Arrangements to hear women labor and agricultural representatives are made and Hays distributes detailed platform information.

Chicago Republican Platform Hays National Committee Resolutions Committee Republican Committee

Taft Secures Ohio Support for Hoover as Third Choice

Chicago daily reports Robert Taft son of former President Taft and Hoover worker arrived to say Ohio delegates favor Hoover after Wood and Harding ceased to be contenders, with one exception.

Chicago Robert Taft Taft Hoover Ohio Ming Wood Harding

Beeckman Objects to Senate Spotlight at Convention

Rhode Island governor Beeckman arriving as a free governor complains that press coverage overemphasizes U S senators on convention affairs. He questions whether attendees are in a Republican convention or a sensational caucus and urges consulting House members and governors on leadership and platform choices.

Chicago Gov. Beeckman Rhode Inland United States Beeckman Rhode Island House Senator Lodge Massachusetts

Convention leadership contested by senators and delegates

A public figure denied backing or opposing any senators in a dispute over convention control. He urged that those affected attend the convention rather than be ruled by an autocratic body, expressing hope the gathering would be run by the convention itself and not by a single person or faction.

Ten Minute Speech to Nominate Gov Lowden

Chicago June 3 The nomination speech for Gov Frank Lowden of Illinois will be ten minutes long. Representative William A. Rodenberg will deliver the address at the Republican national convention. Five or six minute follow-ups by Gen Wood and others are planned, with seconding speeches from Former Governor Ruhlen of New Jersey and speakers from Ohio Colorado North Dakota and the South anticipated.

Chicago Prank Lowden Ilinois William A. Rodenberg Tinois Gov. Allen Kansas Gen. Wood

Grain and Live Stock Prices Across Markets

Baltimore and Chicago price lists show mixed grain and live stock quotes. Wheat and corn在 No 2 and No 3 grades move within narrow ranges while cattle hogs and sheep display varied highs and lows across regional markets.

Monarchist Plot Against Austria Exposed

Vienna reports a major monarchist plot unfolded at a Hungarian site on the eastern frontier. The Austrian government seeks immediate explanation from Hungary. Chancellor Renner has summoned officials for clarification as authorities call it the most serious plot yet uncovered.

Vienna Hungary Renner

Local Budget Range Dates Listed for Spring Term

The notice lists the budgeting range from March 6 to May 29 with planned public action on March 13 and 20 and April 3 10 17 24 and May 1 15 22 and 29. It notes a 5 percent rate in April and a five and a half percent rate in May.

Hungarian Minister Claims Austrians Planned Hungarian Front Invasion

A Hungarian minister alleged proof that over 1,000 Austrian officers were organized on the Hungarian front under Hungarian auspices. He said the Plot aimed to cross the Austrian frontier, seize the Southern Railway, and restore a monarchy after completion. Ten million crowns had been spent.

Pastor’s Special Notice on Unauthorized Debts At Centennial Church

Raymond H. Pilson of Elson warns the public that his name must not be used to contract debts or purchase goods. He disclaims all responsibility for another person’s indebtedness and urges trusters to act at their own risk. The notice appears in the keepsake section under church and evangelist names.

Hex Swemn Baptista Raymond H. Pilson Ee Ee Elson Democratic Central Committee District of Democratic National Democratic Central Committee of District of Columbia Et Ae Pa Frangi Eo Californis Mons Say San Francisco Bond Building Democratic Party Mattingly Bonecratic Central Committee Diatrict of Columbia John EB Casey H. C. Cragg Mfg. C General Workington

Old Wood Floors Refinished Ad and Cemetery Meeting Notice

Adams offers flooring refinishing and sanding services at 607 G Street NW Franklin 2518. The annual meeting of Lenwood Cemetery lot owners is set for Monday evening June 7 in the Old Masonic Temple small hall at the corner of Th and Streets NW. All lot owners urged to attend.

Adams Franklin Lenwood Cemetery

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