03 Oct 1900
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1900
Page
1
The Independent Democrats nominate Thomas S. Hogan for governor amid a whirl of enthusiasm. Governor Smith and Senator Matts energize delegates with their speeches from roll call to adjournment.
The state independent democratic convention drew large crowds in Helena with marches down Main Street led by Deer Lodge and Anaconda bands. Delegates filled rooms calm at the auditorium as portraits of Bryan and Dewey lined the walls and supporters cheered every entrance and speech.
The article outlines a young man born in Mineral, Nevada on February ith, who moved with his parents to San Francisco. He attended public schools, graduated and joined the Anaconda Copper Mining Company in 1885, later shifting to law studies at the University of Montana. He practiced law with Judge J. Mellation and entered politics, eventually holding a legislative office and later a public role.
José E. Marion of Missoula is presented as a lieutenant governor candidate in the historical report. The article notes his hometown and political designation without detailing further platforms or dates.
A biographical sketch recalls Marion who came to Montana in 1861 from Quebec, worked for the American Pur company, endured a burned steamer journey to Fort Benton, and settled at Frenchtown near Missoula. He held public offices and a lifelong Democrat, with a strong reputation. The piece also recounts a boisterous party convention in which delegates from multiple counties cheered Governor and central committee selections, with Struewe and county figures receiving ovations and support for anti corruption stances.
The Independent Democratic candidate for governor Thomas Stephens Hogan faced reporters at his Helena residence with his wife and three children nearby. He expressed honor at the nomination, pledged effort to win, and indicated the contest was between Hogan and Folsom. Hogan declined to discuss campaign issues, citing a future opinion. Hogan, born December 23, 1869 near Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, has a long career from farming to mining and state service, including secretary of state since 1896 and prior political runs. He is married and has three children.
Morning and afternoon at the great hall drew crowded galleries as delegates demanded speeches. Matis faced pressure to speak, Hartman was urged to address the crowd, and Nolan White received attention as the platform report loomed.
Independent democracy launches campaign against crime and corruption with a bold, rallying message. An array of reformers vow to confront graft in city politics and law enforcement, urging residents to join the movement.
The Montana Independent Democrats convene to ratify the Kansas City platform and back Bryan Stevenson while pledging support for gold and silver coinage and home rule. They denounce tra itors to silver, oppose corruption, advocate an eight hour workday, and urge direct senatorial elections and irrigation for Montana growth.
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