25 Jul 1896
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1896
Page
1
An advertising column lists deep discounts on corsets, window shades, dresses, undershirts, drawers, and shoes. It promotes low prices on fabrics, writing paper, envelopes, needles, and hosiery, highlighting large sizes and various color options.
Ignatius Donnelly and Bryan forces swept the convention as leaders aimed to secure endorsements for Sewall and Bryan. Anti Bryan factions, demoralized by Thursday’s defeat, drafted a new program. Stormy session Friday left leaders missing, rank and file uncertain. Middle-of-the-road members clung to hope while divisions promised bolt threats from several states. Weather hot and sultry as delegates gathered. Allen presided with a brief opening, numbering about 500 in the galleries and notable figures present.
A vivid account of a convention scene unfolds with a tribute to Mia and a lively parade of personalities. delegates clash over rules, a panel chair, and a banner incident spark tension while a colorful duo in Uncle Sam costumes interrupts proceedings.
Amid a fractured convention the South lobbies for a pro-Sewall stance while Abbott and others demand orthodoxy. Cyclone Davis energizes the crowd as Patterson and anti-Sewall factions clash. A call arises for a new Democratic convention as gold standard groups push Sept. 3. Separately, Lavsville reports two arrests for counterfeiting as Ohio crops suffer rain later in July.
Reports from Artemisa and Pinar del Rio indicate Cuban leader Maceo plans an attempt to pass the trocha before Spanish reinforcements arrive. The dispatches mention 125 riflemen, two rapid fire cannons, a supply of cartridges, and aid to Major Aguirre.
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