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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1900
Page
6
Six people were injured when a roof collapsed over the western entrance walk at Union Station Pittsburgh. The timber framework fell along a fifteen foot span, burying the Fort Wayne and Pittsburgh and Birmingham tracks as passengers from the Cincinnati and Cleveland express departed.
Charles Charles, president of the National Protective Labor Association, acting under authority claimed from the 1907 national convention of colored men, calls a national convention in this city on September 1. The meeting aims to endorse presidential tickets and pursue legislation for racial advancement, church, school, and state reform, including relief for aged and infirm former slaves.
The Russian government announces it will allow Japan to act freely to aid foreigners in Pekin. A dispatch from St. Petersburg dated July 7 states Russia consents to Japanese military action and that Japan will act in harmony with other powers.
Reports from Elizabethtown Kentucky describe Mrs Sallie Scott a White woman abducted from her home at midnight by a party of whitecaps and whipped with hickory switches until blood flowed and she collapsed She obtained warrants against her husband and his brothers accusing them of the assault The incident stirred strong local excitement with conflicting explanations about motive
London reports from Shanghai on July 7 that the legations at Pekin are safe as of July 4. Consul Warren’s dispatch suggests they may withstand further days of unrest, following the flare up of fanatic fury and prior ominous rumors.
A Berlin dispatch reports Emperor William telegraphed to naval and political authorities offering a reward of one thousand taels to anyone delivering any foreigner held in Pekin to German magistrates. The offer also covers publication expenses in Pekin.
Harry L. McGowan of Louisville Kentucky trotting horse trainer dies after bicycle crosses path of street car returning from races in Terre Haute Indiana. He had been employed by George Starr for the past year and was regarded as a trainer of ability.
Opposition deputies insulted Premier Waldeck-Rousseau in the Chamber of Deputies. The president could not restore order and adjourned the sitting. A delegate attempted to strike the premier and a furious brawl erupted.
The Grand Trunk and Lehigh express with three coaches four sleepers and baggage and express cars wrecked one mile west of Lansing Michigan. Several passengers were badly shaken but no serious injuries reported.
The Standard Wheel Company branch factory in Sandusky was nearly destroyed by fire, with losses around 100000. Insurance covers the loss. The company has offices in Terre Haute, Indiana. Favorable winds pushed the flames across the lake but kept the city safe.
A London Times dispatch from Iren Lorenzo Marques dated July 7 reports the Transvaal Consul announcing 800 fresh British prisoners have arrived at Nooitgedacht.
Kansas City dispatch reports the Democratic National Convention opened with Chairman James K. Jones presiding. Gov Thoman of Colorado Ex Gov Altgeld of Illinois and Richardson addressed delegates as crowds filled Convention Hall amid fireworks flags and police presence.
The Kansas City National Democratic Convention venue burned April 4 destroying a match for a duplicate structure and causing $235000 in losses. Firefighters, crowds, and a carnival of explosions marked the parade with pistol volleys, fountains of flame, and a thundering display across downtown streets.
Stevenson secures the runner up position on the Democratic ticket in a crowded primary. The result positions Stevenson for potential ballot inclusion and signals uphill race dynamics within the party arena.
The Democratic national convention nominated William J. Bryan for president by acclamation amid wild demonstrations as imperialism was named the leading issue. The platform was adopted 16 to 1 and resolutions denounced trusts and militarism. The Friday session chose Adlai Stevenson as the vice presidential candidate after a day of tumult and competing names.
The Democratic gathering in Kansas City drew about 100000 visitors as rockets boomed and drums roared. Gov Thomas of Colorado spoke as party officials outlined campaign policy and the Declaration of Independence was read amid a lively night session.
Half of the Nebraska delegation were bankers and free literature circulated at hotels. The New York Journal hired a kite flyer to boost convention mood while Senator Sullivan led the Sulzer boom. Chicago Mayor Harrison received a warm welcome in Kansas City as delegates noted nickel-in-the-slot gaming. G. M. Hitchcock of the Omaha World Herald held 610 tickets. J. Hamilton Lewis and Senator Clark bore distinctive whiskers.
The Hawaiian Islands sent a delegation headed by Prince Daniel Kananakoa with Col. W. H. Cornell John H. Wise John D. Hold and Charles T. Wilder. The Republican group from the islands included a native lawyer from Honolulu and one prince who proved more eager to be a delegate than to take part in other duties.
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