Somewhat of New York's old community spirit was visible in a movement set afoot by Joseph P. Day (realtor) to capture the Democratic National Convention of 1924. In all its history Manhattan has had but one such gathering, and that 50 years ago.
Aside from their deep political interest in the project, Mr. Day and his co-promoters realized: 1) The convention would bring 400,000 persons and $25,000,000 to their city; 2) Delegates from other states would " see New York and meet her people and learn that our city...
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