Platform with compromise plank and party unity at Chicago
At the Republican National Convention in Chicago the platform reached amid long negotiations, the league of nations plank was harmonized, and leaders signaled nomination of a presidential candidate by end of session. Wood forces opposed rapid balloting. two sessions were held as delegates debated speeches and rules.
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Platform Adopted by the Republican Convention in Chicago
The platform reaffirms devotion to the U S Constitution and civil liberties, condemns Democratic wartime and peacetime mismanagement, and calls for constitutional government, collective bargaining limits, impartial tribunals for public utilities, and reduction of government waste. It credits Republicans with wartime and postwar reforms, budget and reform measures, and support for woman suffrage and veterans, outlining the party’s plan for economic recovery and national strength.
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Wood and Lowden Split Dark Horse Prospects at Convention
Chicago June 10 delegates face a contested Republican convention over Wood and Lowden. Johnson may bolt or be nominated on third ballot. Sproul Kellogg Lenroot are discussed as potential dark horses. Ballot forecasts place Wood 287 Lowden 220 Johnson 132 Harding 79 with remaining votes split among favorites.
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Republicans Back Platform As Nation Prides In Patriotism
Senator Tylindon forecasts a Republican presidential nomination and lauds party cheer. Governor Sproul approves the platform as American and sturdy, while Gov. Lowden stays silent. Senator Poindexter pledges no compromise on sovereign powers, urging steadfast principle against surrender.
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Odds on presidential derby quoted by O Leary in Chicago
James O Leary lists odds for the presidential derby noting Hughes and Best of candidates at 50 to 1 or 100 to 1 and inviting bets. He says Weed money surged last night with 3000 dollars bet on the major general and nearly 100000 wagered on Wood today.
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Wisconsin and Dark Horses Stirred by Delegation Split
The article outlines a political race landscape with Wood leading in pledged delegates, and Johnson needing coalitions to win. It names Sen or Lenreot of Wisconsin, Gov. Sproul, and Sen. Knox as leading dark horses, while Lenreet is praised for strength if the ballet continues.
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Platform omits Irish plank in Republican platform fight
Chicago June 10 The Republican platform dropped all reference to Ireland after sub committees lost pro Irish planks. The suffrage plank urged states yet to ratify to act and was placed as a substitute after governors were attacked for not calling extra sessions. Louis B Coolidge and Senator Borah led the failed effort. opposition cited interference with a foreign nation.
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Minority Rule By Threats, Says Harding
Chicago June 10. Senator Harding declared today that the minority would not rule by threats. He asserted that certain bolts and states might be influenced, but the final decision would rest with the people. The remarks touched on party control and the selection process amid dispute.
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Bitter Enders Win Treaty Plank Fight in GOP
Chicago June 10 1920 The Republican convention halted a looming revolt as Senator Lodge entered the resolutions conference and Senator Knox backed a treaty plank opposing Wilson's League of Nations with reservations. Crane and Borah led the irreconcilables, but the platform adopted under Knox's influence united the party.
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