Clark Leads On First Ballot At Democratic Convention
Baltimore dispatch reports the Democratic National Convention adjourned briefly after the first ballot with Clark leading 440.5 votes, Wilson 324, Harmon 148, Underwood 117.5. No candidate reached two thirds. Bryan received one vote. Adjournment set for 4 p.m. to reassess.
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Running Mate for Nominee Considered
Baltimore June 28 With the Democratic presidential candidate near the finish line political trainers assess potential vice presidential choices. No clear second place favorite exists as yet with Gov Burke North Dakota former candidate, Rep Wim Sulzer NY, Mayor Newton Baker Cleveland, Sen O Gorman NY, Rep Wm Redfield NY, Mayor James Preston Baltimore and Rep Robert H Henry Texas among the names.
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Conservatives Sure at Bryan
Chicago Tribune reports in Baltimore June 38 that Bryan proposed a resolution declaring presidential candidates should not be swayed by Wall Street figures Belmont Ryan or Morgan. The move aims to block Wilson and bolster Clark Underwood Harmon allies while Kern remains a dark horse. Delegates react with mixed support and storms of voting follow the measure.
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Battle Over Votes At Democratic Convention Hottest Since Bryan Era
Delegates slumped in Clark headquarters as ballots shifted and surprise results emerged for Tennessee and Ohio. Bryan’s last night resolution drew fire from leaders who see it breaking Wilson’s candidacy. Southern and New York factions diverge on preferred nominee with Underwood Harmon Baldwin and Marshall factions vying for influence. Illinois faces delegation ambiguity while efforts to conclude business before quit remain urgent amid hopes for a quick quorum.
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Bryan’s Stance Causes Convention’s Heated Debate
In Baltimore on June 28 a Bryan introduced resolution opposed to nominating any candidate allied with JP Morgan Ryan August Belmont or any privilege seeking class. After a sharp debate the second paragraph was withdrawn and the measure passed in an emasculated form. Opponents say the move boomerangs, aiming to crimp Bryan and Wilson as potential nominees.
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Platform work resumes as Bryan absent at convention
Baltimore June 28 The subcommittee of the convention committee on resolutions begins work after 10 am with heavy eyes. Debates over minor planks like woman suffrage initiative referendum and recall continue while the platform line remains unsettled. Special emphasis on tariff reform aims to show protectionist policy caused high living costs and trusts. The Aldrich currency plan is opposed to keep currency issuance away from a single business group while protecting banks and customers from 1907 conditions.
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Roosevelt split roars over progressive cause in La Follette column
Washington June 28 Senator La Follette writes in La Follette's Weekly that Roosevelt entered the presidential race to secure a third term, funds were raised lavishly, allies tied to steel and harvester trusts supported him, and progressives split as leaders pursued victory over principles. He argues the split damaged the movement but asserts millions of citizens remain committed to core democratic ideals.
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One Term for President Mentioned in Committee Plan
The committee's draft includes a pledge to favor one term for the U S president to please Roosevelt followers. It notes no decision on term length, leaving details to future legislation. The Mississippi river plank favors federal control over the navigation and conservation questions.
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Chief of Rebels Killed in Battle Near Vega Bellaco
General Evansio Estenez, rebel leader, killed yesterday at Vega Bellaco near Midara in a battle under Lieut. De La Torre. About 100 insurgents died. General Pedro Tvonet likely among the dead. Estenez’s body arrived this morning as crowds lined the streets to the military barracks.
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Rebellion Ended as Rebel Leader Dies in Cuba
General Monteagudo, commander of government forces, telegraphs that General Estenez the rebel leader is dead and the rebellion ends. He expects Oriente province to be pacified within two days. The message is dated Havana and notes the burial to be completed today.
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Temperature Reading For June 28 From Buchanal Optical Co
Yesterday the maximum temperature reached 91 degrees by 4 p m. The report notes a prior year June 28 with a minimum of 52 degrees and a maximum of 79 degrees. The passage references Havana cigars and a Syndicate block markings.
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