Lena Spring, the first ever female nominee for Vice President, was put forward at this event, during which a counter-protest was organized in New Jersey against a proposed condemnation of violence in the (*) party platform.
During this event, a band struck up "Marching Through Georgia," falsely assuming that it was a popular Southern song. During this event, fire sirens blared during a 73-minute demonstration of support for the Governor of New York. The ticket resulting from this event was described as "schizoid" by David Burner. Lena Spring, the first ever female nominee for Vice President, was put forward at this event, during which a counter-protest was organized in New Jersey against a proposed condemnation of violence in the (*) party platform. 103 ballots were taken at this event because the party couldn't decide whether to nominate Al Smith or William McAdoo, so John Davis was decided on as a compromise. For 10 points, identify this Democratic National Convention noted for the influence of the KKK, which contributed to Davis' loss to Calvin Coolidge.
During this event, a band struck up "Marching Through Georgia," falsely assuming that it was a popular Southern song.
1924 Democratic National Convention [or the Klanbake until "Klan" is read; "Democratic National Convention" is not needed after it is read]