18 Jun 1900
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1900
Page
1
Pennsylvania delegates back Roosevelt for vice president as Quay Platt forces push a Roosevelt candidacy. Bliss signals possible acceptance if nominated while Hanna allies back Bliss or Allison. Quay aims to mobilize intermountain support, with Penrose and Walcott backing the plan.
Preparations by Allied Republican Clubs outline a seven ship Delaware river flotilla for visiting delegates. A torchlight parade led by General Louis Warner will sweep Broad Street from York to Ritner with Governor Stone and Mayor Ashbridge presiding.
The Blaine club of Cincinnati departed in a dozen Pullman cars for Philadelphia this afternoon, expected to arrive by noon tomorrow. Over 200 uniformed men marched under President Eugene E. Lewis, with the First Regiment band accompanying, tied to Ohio politics via George KB. Cox.
A national committee member traveled with the Southern Ohio delegates as the group accompanied the club. The scene highlighted party involvement and regional coordination in the event.
Massachusetts leads New England effort to back Secretary Long for VP with hopes of solid votes from Maine New Hampshire Vermont Connecticut Rhode Island. West Virginia backs a senator for VP with Scott or Elkine gaining support. Nebraska backs Fairbanks and California HQ hosts fruit displays as activity continues in various state camps.
June 17 crowds pour into Philadelphia as delegations arrive for the GOP gathering. Tinpecanoes club of Cleveland signals strong backing while Denver and Chicago groups follow, with Governor Wells leading Utah and Governor Otero guiding New Mexico arrivals. A large cheering reception greets each contingent.
Philadelphia June 17. A draft platform prepared largely by Postmaster General Smith and Senator Foraker aims to satisfy the 1896 pledges with a strong gold standard, protective tariffs, and praise for the president’s Philippine and Cuba policies. It endorses open door in China, the Dingley tariff, Hawaii annexation, and Cuba liberation, while favoring an isthmian canal and mercantile restoration. M. A. Hanna pushes for a clear gold standard plank against silver interests.
General Alejo Rodriguz Rodriguez nationalist wins Havana mayoralty with 13 073 votes to 6034 for Estrada Mora independent. Nationalists take 18 council seats and key posts as island reports note orderly polling and indifferent public mood.
The passage notes that the people deny being revolutionists and question when pacificos will appear, reflecting public skepticism about radical change and the role of pacificos in the movement.
Special dispatch from Boulder reports disputed primaries to select delegates for the county convention. Clark supporters dominated by rapid ballot filing while T. T. Lyon challenged voters over residency and eligibility, with several blocked from voting. A second room elected an independent slate, promising further contention at the county convention.
Arthur L. Newton of Vermont, representing the New York Athletic Club, won the right to represent Greater New York in the Marathon at the Paris exposition. A field of 25 started. Newton's time was 1 28 54 25 for 15 miles, with two quarter mile segments at Celtic Park, L I, and the rest on Macadam over a dozen hills.
Des Moines Iowa June 17 a fire destroyed the Des Moines auditorium built a year ago at a cost of 850000 used as a convention hall. The building housed the Commercial Exchange and T W P Chase Amusement company with a vaudeville show. Total loss about 40000 with 27000 insured.
Rainy Philadelphia dampened mood as delegates wait 48 hours before the Republican National Convention. Roosevelt, seen as a top vice presidential nominee, drew cheers when he entered the Walton in a slouch hat, while New York and Pennsylvania delegates signaled support for his candidacy. Contending factions led by Platt and Hanna debated backing Bliss or Woodruff, with key dinners and discussions shaping the overnight strategy.
London reports a chaotic picture as European envoys struggle for reliable news from Pekin and Tien Tsin amid boxers and Tung Fah Siang forces. Telegrams imply massacres, diplomatic stalemate, and preparations by foreign powers for possible relief and defense actions.
A telegram from the French consul at Kong does not confirm the murder of the German minister or the destruction of locations there. The consul at Tien Tsin says European detachments heading to Pekin are advancing very slowly. Continued on Page Five.
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