Williams Nominated Governor in Gold Wing Split at Music Hall
Amid clashes between Gold and Silver factions at Music Hall delegates gathered for the state convention. George Fred Williams secured the governorship nomination on the first ballot as turmoil and interruptions marked the split. The Faneuil Hall Democrats backed Bryan Sewall and the Chicago platform, while all gold standard delegates and committee members withdrew.
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T. W. Coakley
Rolleal
Nathaniel Robinson
State Committee
Madgett
Seeiseen
Music Hall
T. W. Coakiey
Boston
Williams
George Fred Williams
Faneuil Hall
Bryan
Sewall
Chicago
Gold Standard
Silver delegates seize Music Hall amid 600 at Democratic convention
The state committee refused credentials only entry by ticket, leading 600 silver delegates to occupy Music Hall. Tense standoff with gold standard supporters included police orders to prevent reentry. A tragic death occurred when delegate James Hughes fell from a fire escape while fleeing the hall.
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George Fred Williams
Assembly of Delegates
State Committee
Gold Standard
Fred Williams
Music Hall
Quincy House
B. F. Butler
Williams
Suen
Martin
Th Board of Police
James Hughes
Somerville
Hughes
Del
Senator Faulkner Statement on Bryan and Weaver Vote
Senator Faulkner released a statement defending Bryan's 1892 vote for Weaver, saying the national Democratic committee and campaign leaders urged Democrats in Nebraska and western states to unite with Weaver to deny Harrison electoral votes. The New York World supported the plan, and Bryan acted at the committee's request. The report also notes mining unrest near Leaville and Canatatum with guards and a special train of commercial travelers, plus Governor Tarry signing a constitutional convention referendum to be voted in April.
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Save Fryan
Grover
Harrity
Wasurxatoy
Mr. Bryan
Faulkner
Bryan
Weaver
Gorman
National Committee
William F. Harrity
Don M. Dickinson
Nebraska
Harrison
Idaho
Montana
Wyoming
Oregon
Nevada
California
Democratic National Committee
New York World
National Democratic Committee
Thacher declines Democratic governor nomination
Mayor John Boyd Thacher refuses the New York Democratic nomination for governor after notifying the state committee. He cites not learning of the platform until after the Saratoga convention and argues he cannot unite behind the coinage policy favoring free silver, urging the party to back a candidate who will carry its banner.
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Albany
Saratoga
New York
Thacher
State Committee
Publc
Democratic Party
Edaciletes
What You Eat and the Pure Goods Offered
A fragmented advert lists pure lard at five lac, granulated sugar, Arbuckles Coffee seven million, and Snowflake Crackers two pounds. It emphasizes purity and quality in groceries offered.
Fresh Virginia Potatoes and Apples at Popular Prices
Just In items from a local store feature Virginia Irish potatoes described as smooth and white when cooked. A two bushel sack is advertised for 1.25 dollars, along with red apples and green cabbage at notable prices.
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Algo
A Fact. Staple and Fancy Groceries Market Claims Quality
A local market touts the best selections of staple and fancy groceries with a Y sinoyen accent for fine jams sauces olives and condiments. The establishment asserts all canned goods are fresh and prices are correct.
Wholesale Pricing Promise from Lyon Eat Dealer
A local distributor pledges consumer savings by offering wholesale prices on all Lyon Eat products. The statement emphasizes cost reduction for shoppers and the commitment to value.
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Lyon
General Borland Dead in Norfolk
General Euclid Borland treasurer of New Orleans died in Norfolk Virginia on September 26. He served with the city for many years and his death ends a long public career written in New Orleans civic history.
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Geseral Koslid Morland
New Onttaga
Euclid Borland
New Orleans
Norfolk
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