Democratic Leaders Urge Harmony At Cleveland Rally
Former Senator David B. Hill and Governor Montague urged Democratic factions to unite in New York and Virginia, praising Tilden and calling for harmony. Speakers Gaston and Taggart followed, advocating a revival of party prosperity, a peaceful reform of trusts, and a united platform for 1904.
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David B. Hill
Cleveland
New York State
Montague
Hill
Virginia
Tilden
Patriphen
William A. Gaston
Boston
Thomas Taggert
Indianapolis
Indiana
Cleveland Talks of the Outlook in Democracy's Path
The text reflects on the 1876 Democratic victory, urging a steady line of conduct and faith in the party. The speaker expresses retirement from active politics, a desire for the restoration and supremacy of a virtuous democracy, and hopes for a future free of clamor and corruption under Tilden's ideals.
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Tilden
Justice Department Official Arrested for $7,600 Shortage
Henry Rechtin disbursing officer for the Department of Justice was arrested on charges of misappropriating 37600 in government funds. He confessed to a six year shortage covered by a 30000 bond, citing fast living and speculation. Rechtin, about 55, bachelor, formerly a Cincinnati court clerk, arrived with Attorney General Harmon.
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Department of Justice
Washington
Henry Rechtin
Knox
Rechtin
Harmon
Cleri
Cincinnati
Mob Still After Edison in Knx County Jail Lynching Threat
A mob in Vincennes Indiana attempted to seize William Edison from Knox County jail to lynch him for an assault on a four year old girl. A militia of about three hundred armed guards sworn in to protect the jail stood ready as Edison faces trial tomorrow.
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Vincennes
Ind
William Edison
Knox County
Edison Company A
Uare
Edison
Hill Talks Of The Issues In New York Address
Former Senator David B Hill, at the opening of the Tilden club in New York, urged renewed interest in democratic principles and criticized Roosevelt’s foreign policy. He attacked Wood’s Cuban handling, tariff policy, and the Dingley tariff, calling for comprehensive reform and relief from trusts, urging unity in the Democratic ranks.
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David B Hill India
New Tilden Club
Times
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Hoar
Senate
Roosevelt
South Africa
Heers
Great Britain
Republic of Venezuela
Congress
Venezuela
General Wood
Cuba
Wood
Cubs
United States Senate
Kansas City
Mr. Hill
No Bee Buzzes Around Olney in 1904 Nomination Talk
Memphis dispatch reports Richard Olney declining to be a presidential candidate in 1904 and refusing to form a club in Memphis. The note says he will not be a candidate, citing frankness and preventing misinterpretation. Bacon not backing Cleveland. Bailey and Calhoun linked to a dinner invitation. Olney letters emphasize liberty, constitutional government, and opposition to monopolies.
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Bacon
Cleveland
Memphis
Tenn
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Olney
M. B. Norfleet
Norfleet
Boston
Republic
Democratic Party
Jin
Washington
New York
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John C. Calhoun
Senator Bailey
Texas
Congress
Ife
Cuba
Sunday editorial page teems with literary and travel features
A lavish page highlights virile tapes and editorials by Spofford Cochran Tolstoy and Hatch. It profiles Uncle Sam’s summer campaigns, serials, and illustrated diary of the coal strike progress. Massey recalls Lincoln’s news to Alexander Stephens while Montezuma’s mine legend and King Edward boyhood tales charm readers. July 6 marks The Hound of Baskervilles debut.
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Harriet Prescott Spofford
Bourke Cochran
Leo Tolstoy
Philippine Bill in the House Opens Debate
Washington report on the first day of this weeklong discussion of the Philippine government bill. Representative Cooper of Wisconsin argues for duty and civilization in the islands while Jones of Virginia counters with Democratic critiques. The exchange centers on the bill’s political direction, the fate of friar lands, and prospects for independence vs continued American rule.
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Washington
House
Cooper
Wisconsin
Committee On
Philippines
United States
Orient
Bryan
Paria
Roosevelt
Lincoln
Jones
Buencamino
Congress
Stould
Democratic Declaration Amid Jacksonian Unity Rally
The text reflects a Democratic rally stance favoring hard money, labor dignity, and constitutional reform for direct senatorial elections. It lauds Jeffersonian principles, appeals to unity, and welcomes national Democrats including ex-president Bryan, stressing open party doors and disregard for internal censure.
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United States
Jackson
Benton
Tiden
Jefferson
Cleveland
Bryan
Hil
New Jersey
Great West
Nebraska
Macon Wins on 986th Ballot for Congressman Nomination
In Wynee Arkansas on June 19 Hon. R. Bruce Macon of Helena secured the Democratic nomination for Congress in the district convention after a lengthy balloting process lasting until the 986th ballot.
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Macon
Wynee
Ark
R. Bruce Macon
Helena
Diplomatic Day Sees Italian Ambassador At State Department
Washington reports Italian ambassador Signor Mayor des Planches visited the state department during diplomatic day to express annoyance over court of inquiry findings about American naval officers jailed in Venice. Moody remains silent on publication while preparing a strict inquiry into how the report gained publicity and possible naval regulation implications. Captain Day ton may seek a court of inquiry as Crowninshield criticism heightens tension and prompts potential command changes if European squadron vessels are not kept apart.
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Signor Mayor Des Planches
State Department
Hill
Hay
Court of Inquiry
Chicago
Venice
Moody
Dayton
Crowninshtell
Roosevelt to Continue Fight for Reciprocity
President hosts dinner with about a dozen leading Republican senators to push Cuban reciprocity and slash tariffs on Cuban exports. He vows persistent action, aiming for substantial tariff reductions, with Root among attendees and plans for possible extra sessions or treaty-backed measures if feasible.
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Cuba
Alison
Aldrich
Hale
Spooner
Lodgs
Platt
Root
Questa
Republic of Cuba
United States
Congress
Senate
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