The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-07-11
THE DEMOCRATIC TICKET

THE DEMOCRATIC TICKET
 With the selection of Governor Charles W. Bryan of Nebraska as running mate for John W. Davis, the Democratic ticket is complete and the party is ready for the campaign, If Mr.. Davis record has been distinguished and of the highest or der, the history of MT. Bryan's career is likewise constructive, even though in a more limited field. The value that is placed upon man by his own people, by those who know him best, is no un- reliable guide to his character. The peo- pie of Nebraska placed their seal of ap- pr'oval upon MT. Bryan's record when, after long acquaintance with his acts and doctrines. they elevated him to the governorships of their state. That his record and demeanor were pleasing to the national convention is proved by the promptness with which the party choice fell upon him for the vice presidency. The Democrats of the country need have no hesitancy in accepting MT. Bryan as one whose first thought is for the rank and file of the people, and whose entire public record offers tangible proof of the sincerity of his professions.
 A remarkable feature in connection with the nomination is the amazing and almost complete harmony which fell like a comforting blanket over the conven- ton as soon as it was seen that MT. Davis choice was certain. Both personal and factionaI differences appeared to melt away at once. Torn with dissen- sions, conflicting allegiances and appar- ently irreconcilable divisions, the assem- bly, suddenly fused like refractory metal that has long resisted the heat of the shelter and then unexpectedly liqui- fies. If there was apprehension during the prolonged sessions that the party was about to be disrupted by it's various explosive elements, that apprehension is now allayed by the submergence of all differences into one harmonious deter imitation to win the victory in this cam- paign. The party solidarity has not been fractured by the convention disagree ments. The convention is history, and the party ticket and the party leader ship and the party opportunity are a present reality. There is necessary only to rally behind the ticket in order to win,
 If there is any feeling that John w. Davis is not sufficiently we'll known to the American people, answer may we'll be made that the American people have treat in store for them in becoming better acquainted with this eminent man, But he is we'll known, if the people but stop to think about it. Not only was he our able ambassador to Great Britain during the troublous and difficult times immediately succeeding the war, but he has appeared frequently in public roles, once as solicitor general when he suc- cessfully prosecuted Judge John D. Arch bold and secured his conviction. Not only has his record been honorable, but he has been the means of convicting those whose public records have not been hon. orable. MT. Davis message accepting the nomination is clear-cut and contains vigor, manliness, determination and sanity which commend themselves forthwith to the people.
 In the face of Republican record of failure, it appears incredible that the American people will not turn with relief to the Democratic party headed by a man who gives such promise of strong, courageous and forwardlooking leader ship. The record of the Democratic mi nority stands mountain high beside the record of the Republican majority. Dur ing the coming weeks before November those records shall be held up for the careful consideration of the people. There is no fear of what the verdict will be if the facts are consistently empha- sized and published.