The Democratic Convention in Chicago noisily celebrates the nomination of President Roosevelt for a fourth term. Supporters of the President, carrying placards, stage a parade up the convention aisle. ... [ILLUSTRATED]
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The Mercury (Hobart, Tas. : 1860 - 1954), Thu 27 Jul 1944, Page 2
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