Marion county man vows honesty after election night
Marion C Nov 2 Warren Gamaliel Harding tonight faced a crowd of family neighbors and friends as he learned he had won the presidency. He spoke emotionally from his front porch thanking The Marion Star employés for the gold printer's badge and pledging to meet responsibilities with honesty. He said he would be honest with everybody in the world and hoped to fulfill the nation’s duties, while also noting he would not pretend certainty about every outcome.
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Americanism rally signals landslide for Republican position
The land here is hailed as a triumph for Americanism and a repudiation of the Wilson idea, with John T. Adams, head of Republican western headquarters, saying early returns show the American people have spoken plainly and the party’s stance is reflected nationwide.
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Repudiation of Democratic Regime Is Made Absolute
A fragmented election summary lists Senate and House results by state and nominee. It notes multiple states with all Democratic wins, others with Republican gains, and several incomplete or unclear line items across the multiple districts and terms.
New York City Storm Caps Election Night
New York City floods the streets with wind and rain as election night comes and goes. Crowds disperse after bulletin boards reveal the York World’s red light concession to Cox’s rival while The New York Times with Democratic ties delays declaring defeat.
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All Northern States Line up for Harding
Nov 2 report says Harry M. Daugherty, adviser to Senator Harding and Republican campaign committee member, declared at 9 o clock Central time that Harding had carried every northern state and border states of Kentucky Missouri Maryland West Virginia and probably Oklahoma.
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South Carolina Leaning Toward Cox in Election Returns
Early returns from BIAGO counties show Gov Cox leading in most votes as Republican candidates Cart, Cooper, and Senator Sayith win reelection without opposition. Data in three-fourths of counties indicate Cox ahead. seven Democrat contenders including Gugrerenan are not detailed.
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New York Concedes Harding Victory. Cox Paper Confirms
Bulletin from New York reports Democratic chair George White conceding Senator Harding's win at 11 tonight. In Dayton Gov Cox refused to comment, his journal citing a Republican landslide. Cox pledged no statement tonight despite his paper's headline.
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Harding leads in early eastern returns in 1920 race
At 9 o'clock eastern time no state reported complete results but eastern cities showed large Harding majorities. The New York World signaled Harding’s victory, while Republican officials in the West and East claimed a landslide, with John T. Adams predicting a Harding win.
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Harding Plans to Visit Canal Zone and Panama
Senator Harding will depart tonight or tomorrow and reach Point Isabel Texas near Brownsville on Monday. He plans a 12 day stay there before sailing to Panama via New Orleans. In the Canal Zone he will spend about a week studying local conditions and the tolls on American ships as part of his campaign to repeal these tolls and gather information.
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Iowa Votes Expected In Ideal Election Weather
Des Moines IA Nov 2 The Associated Press reports Iowa may cast about 790 900 votes as morning rain eased into cold clear weather ideal for voting with farmers not deterred by earlier forecasts.
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Women Voters Eligible on Juries in Iowa, AG Says
Des Moines report states that Iowa women voters should be included in jury lists certified by election judges. Attorney General M. Mavner ruled that the voter books form the pool for jury draws and that women’s names should be added. The AG responded to judge inquiries confirming inclusion.
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Harding Given 235 Electoral Votes in Midnight Count
The Associated Press reports at 12:39 AM that with incomplete returns, Harding held 235 electoral votes. States listed with no votes so far include Connecticut Delaware Illinois Iowa Kansas Maine Massachusetts Michigan Nebraska New Hampshire New Jersey New York Ohio Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island Vermont Washington Wisconsin and Wyoming.
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Nationwide Returns Show Harding Cox Lead in Early Returns
Across states from New Jersey to Montana early returns favor Harding with large leads in many key states. Ohio estimates suggest a solid Republican gain while New York and Wisconsin show substantial margins for Harding and Cox trails. results incomplete and voting totals rising as precincts report. Local summaries note substantial statewide variance with several major urban centers contributing sizable numbers for both parties.
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