11 Jul 1896
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1896
Page
1
Fragmentary price list detailing discounts on fabrics like shirting, ticking, and gauze undershirts, plus numerous small items such as needles, pins, envelopes, and stockings. Mentions oxford shoes in bulk for ladies and a Corset sale, with various per unit and per dozen prices and assorted fabric yardages.
William J. Bryan of Nebraska is announced the Democratic presidential nominee at the National Convention in Chicago. The fifth ballot at 5:00 pm secures the nomination amid wild enthusiasm as delegates pivot from the platform to a sweeping Bryan surge and a predicted lone ticket victory.
The convention hall remains crowded as Bryan forces push for unity amid rising sentiment. Leaders seek to temper the surge with cool counsel while Nebraska’s early rising star captivates attendees and alters the mood on the platform.
The convention faced disorder as factions including Bryan and Bland backers battled for strategy. Absences and rumors of a possible new ticket stirred tensions, while New York and eastern delegates eyed a conciliatory path ahead of the pivotal ballots.
Delegates across states announce votes for Bryan Pattison and Bland amid cheers and interruptions. Ohio mourns Frank Hurd as names are read. New Jersey declines to vote while New York’s abstention triggers gallery excitement. Illinois shows solid support for Bland. Kentucky, Massachusetts, Louisiana, Maine and others cast their ballots, campaign dynamics early to the convention.
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