Delaware and 27 names listed for committee leadership
The piece lists many individuals including B. H. Lewis Jon F. Saule Portas T. J. Carter and others from states like Indiana Michigan Nebraska Pennsylvania Rhode Island Texas Utah Vermont Wisconsin Wyoming and the District of Columbia. The rules committee chose James D. Richardson of Tennessee as chairman and Francis F. Carter of Florida as secretary and adjourned until tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Benjamin F. Meyers
Miller S. Alien
Rhode Island
Jesse J. Metcalf
Miles McNamee
Texas
John Lovejoy
Burleston
Utah
R. C. Chambers
A. McDaniel
Vermont
John W. Gordon
John B. McGarry
Wisconsin
Henry Hawvse
Louis A. Lange
Wyoming
Robert Foote
John W. Sammon
District of Columbia
Wiliam Holead
George Killean
James D. Richardson
Tennessee
Francis F. Carter
Florida
Annessee
J. D. Richardson
E. D. Car
John M. Duncan
John M. Dun- Can
S. R. Thurman
W. H. Creamer
Wells Valentine
Virginia
J. A. Blakey
Esk. Morrison
Washington
John T. Sharpston
West Virginia
General St. Clair
John D. Wood
Joseph D. Flanders
Tim Dyer
Hugh Campbell
Hugh
Arkansas
Alabama
Henry D. Clayton
McRae
Whiitotoud v
Sao Obaleanse
Dwyer
Colorado
Adair Wilson
Connecticut
Carol French
Delaware
R. Kenney
Tee
Imuel Pasco
Georgia
Clark Howell
Maryland
Arthur P. Gorman
Massachusetts
John W. Corcoran
Michigan
Minnesota
L. J. Campau
D. W. Lawler
Missouri
Mississippi
W. V. Sullivan
Montana
J. J. McHatton
Nebraska
W. H. Thompson
Tobias Castor
Nevada
P. Keating
New Hampshire
A. W. Sulloway
New Jersey
Dames Smith, Sr
New York
Sheehan Worth Canting
Sss
Cdone
North Dakota
Daniels Ios
Reese
Y. N
Richard B. Comstock
Bouth Catomas
Diliman
South Dakota
James M. Woods
Peer
McCune
Smalley Washington
J. Otey Apiavekeunesss
Wallace
D. T. McGraw
Wall
W. H. Holliday
Arizona
Marcus A. Smith
Oklahoma
White M. Grant
Indian Territory
Thomas Marcum
Alaska
Charles D. Rogers
West
New Mexico
Hew National Committee Formed By Democratic Delegates
Chicago July 7 The new national Democratic committee was announced last evening and includes prominent figures such as Senators Gorman Smith Tillman W F Harrity Clark Howell and Judge John W Corcoran as named members from the national slate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gorman, Smith and Tillman
W. F. Harrity
Clark Howell
John W. Corcoran
Chicago
New National Democratic Committee
Dele
Honorary officers listed for regional convention
The document lists numerous individuals by state and territory as honorary officers for a regional convention. Names span New York to Alaska with repeats for some entries and variations in spelling. The text ends referencing the honorary officers and mentions the convention's leadership.
T. J. Appleyard of Florida the Original 16 to 1 Man
A list presents T. J. Appleyard of Florida as the original holder of sixteen to one. It includes roles from Pub lisher Gate City Chronicle to Adjutant General and various Masonic and fraternal titles, with affiliations to Florida bodies and associations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Appleyard
Florida
Mathews
Gate City Chronicle
State Senate of Florida
Aldermen
Sanford
Democratic Executive Committee
Florida Press Association
Joseph Finnegan
Phenix
Morida
Orange Iudge
Supreme Lodge
National Farmers’ Congress
State Delegation Announcements Show Vice Presidents and Secretaries
The document lists state delegations with designated vice presidents and secretaries, including Alabama J W Tomlinson and Charles E Waller, Colorado J B Grant Olney Newell, Connecticut Miles B Preston and W Ken Lclawa, and others such as Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, New York and more with named officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabame
J. W. Tomlinson
Charles E. Waller
Colorado
J. B. Grant
Olney Newell
Connecticut
Miles B. Preston
W. Ken
M. Davin
M. H. King
S. Brewster
Kangan
James MecKinsley
Maine
B. Winstow
Fred F. Reane
Maryland
Richard M. Venable
Masmachusetts
Willam L. Douglas
T. A. Levine
Miswouri
W. M. Eads
George W. Allen
Neampere
Jorden Woodbury
J . Doyle
New York
J. E B. Bell
George B. McClellan
Qrowen
G. W. Howard
Charles W
Harris Defeated Silver Men Pick Senator White for Chairman
At Chicago July 7 the permanent organization committee elected Gen I B Finley chair man J P Brown secretary and Dr W H Webb sergeant at arms After caucus the silver faction backed Senator Stephen M White of California for permanent chair man and won 33 votes to 6 over Isham Harris of Tennessee The move aimed to avoid two Southern presiding officers and set White as chairman with broader silver support
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Committee On Permanent Organization
I. B. Finley
Ohio
J. P. Brown
Georgia
W. H. Webb
Missouri
Norris
White
Bryan
George C. Gilbert
Kentucky
J. B. Fenton
Washington
James V. Coleman
California
Ed Carmack
Tennessee
John M. Duncan
Texas
Bimetallic League
Isham G. Harris
Stephen M. White
George
Senator Hill
New York
Senator White
Senator
Convention Sees Absences and Internal Strife At Meeting
The Delaware and New Hampshire delegates attended while F R Coudet and James Aldis were absent, sparking debate on leadership. Thomas J. Cogan was chosen secretary, with Martin as sergeant at arms facing sharp criticism from radical Silver members who threatened a minority report. Other officers named include L D Hirscheimer, Jeff Pollard, S B Wade and Nate R Walker. committee to notify Senator White about his selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boachusetts
M Hill
Delaware
Massa _iDaryland
New Hampshire
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
F. R Coudet
Srp
New York
James Aldis
Connecticut
J. Bryan
Nebraska
Eien
Ole
Renee
Tention
Eehelyn
Thomas J. Cogan
Cincinnatii
W&s
Major Towles
Martin
R. FP. Gordon
Town
James V. Coleman
California
Senator White
L. D. Hirscheimer
Chicago
Jeff Pollard
Missouri
B. Wade
Tennessee
Nate R Walker
Florida
No Change in Tariff Silver Men Insist on Financial Platform
Chicago July 7. Silver men push a finance first platform as the resolutions committee forms. The plank calls for free silver at a fixed ratio and a reform of the financial system before addressing tariff or other issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Silver men clash over rules at Chicago convention
The rules committee elected J B Richardson of Tennessee as chair and adopted W D Money of Mississippi’s resolution to form a five member sub committee to draft a business order. Scott’s friendly substitute was voted down 25 to 9. No action on two thirds rule. several rail unions urge national arbitration and contempt bill passage for trial by jury rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Committee On
J. B. Richardson
Tennessee
W. D. Money
Mississippi
Francis M. Scott
New York
Scott
Money
Messrs. White
Michigan
McGuire
California
Hamilton
Massachusetts
Richardson
National Arbitration
Congress
United States
United States Senate
National House of Representatives
F. P. Sargent
Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
F. W. Arnold
P. M. Arthur
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
P. H. Morrissey
Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen
P. V. Powell
Order Railway Telegraphers
Land
White
McDermott
Harrison
Connecticut
Jones
New Mexico
Reagan
Texas
Vilas
Arkansas
Cockrell
Missouri
George
Gray
Delaware
Hill
Tillaren
South Carolina
Russell
Marcchusetts
Worthington
Illinois
Owens
Indian Territory
National Woman Suffrage Association
Tillman
Fifty-Third Congress
Pacific
Wic
Washington
Jones and Associates
Bimetallic League
Bland Declines Talk as Democrats Eye Masses Platform
Bland in Lebanon Missouri says he will refrain from politics for a few days and focus on the convention atmosphere. He asserts no personal agenda, pledges support for the masses, and avoids public political questions while awaiting Chicago delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lebanon
R. P. Bland
Uni
Chicago
Democratic Party
Mr. Bland
General Mitchell
John F. Heinrichs
Bland
Convention vote tally shows 617 silver votes short of two thirds
Chicago July 7 delegates tally 617 silver votes and 318 gold votes leaving a three vote gap to reach a two thirds majority. States and standings listed in the accompanying table.
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Chicago
Tennessee Delegation Chooses Bland After Caucus
Tennessee delegates divided narrowly in a Bland majority with 18 votes to 10 for Boies and Harr absent. Under unit rule the 24 Tennessee votes will go on the first Bland ballot. Carolinas debated Pettigrew and Towne for Teller with no action by midnight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Tennessee
Boies
Mr. Bland
Missouri
Harr
Friends of Bland
Carolinas
Silver advocates rally at Sherman House in Chicago
In Chicago the Sherman House hosted a lively silver meeting with brass bands and speakers Senator Daniel and ex Congressman Bryan. Daniel pledged unwavering support for silver for years to come while Bryan praised the gathering and mocked gold delegates from Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Sherman House
Daniel
Bryan
Nebraska
Europe
United States
W. J. Bryan
Bland and Boies Trade Early Delegate Claims in Nominating Contest
Chicago reports a convention delegate split after contests totals 906 with 566 silver 310 gold 30 sound money. Bland claims 388 delegates while Boies backers insist 871 on first ballot. Matthews lists 100 votes with 30 Indiana instructed. McLean shows zero on first ballot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Magnificent hall adorned with flags and state coats of arms
The United States flag hangs in graceful folds at the square corners while banners, flags, and draperies in red white and blue decorate the hall. Coats of arms for New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio flank the sides as flags are displayed along all four boundaries creating a splendorous display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
New York
Pennsylvania
Ohio
St. Louis
Republicans rally behind Bonie silver claim
Pattison of Pennsylvania holds 64 votes from his state as a core base and could win the gold vote. Republicans express hopeful backing for Bonie silver’s claim and anticipate broader support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pattison
Pennsylvania
President and party fish at Hast Sandwich stream
July 7 at Gray Gables President, Secretary Thurber and Joseph Jefferson spent the day angling for trout in Mr Jefferson's private stream and returned in a light rainstorm. Arrangements allow the President to receive Chicago bulletins from now until the convention ends.
The Great Wall Coliseum and a Texas Hero's Duel
The Coliseum in Chicago is described as the world’s largest building with a 500 by 300 foot plan and extensive daylight lighting. Senator Temple Houston, son of General Sam Houston, is profiled through a dramatic duel incident where he killed Ed Jennings and faced John Jennings at a Cabinet saloon in Woodward Oklahoma, with Jack Love intervening and a rapid jury acquittal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Houston
Senator
Sam Houston
Republic of Texas
Jack Love
Ed Jennings
Woodward
Temple Houston
Cabinet
Jennings Brothers
John
Houston
John Jennings
Love
Hand Shaking and Serenade Band Plays
A brief excerpt notes a band performing while a crowd cheers in a lively social scene. The fragment hints at a handshake moment and a serenade as part of the entertainment. No further details are readable.
Labor's Demand and Immigration Plank at Chicago Meeting
Labor unions in Chicago press for a plank restricting immigration by literacy tests similar to the Republican stance. They seek home rule for the District of Columbia, elected commissioners, and a five member panel. Delegates organize around arbitration, contempt of federal courts, and jury trial proposals. The convention venue features a large, ornate interior with tiered seating and national symbols.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Committee On
James L. Norris
District of Columbia
Enator Roie
Indiana
National Board of Arbitration
Temple Houston rises from murder trial to Democratic delegate
Oklahoma chief reports Temple Houston, once on trial for murder, elected delegate to the Chicago convention with the highest vote and chosen to lead Oklahoma's delegation. The prior convention was marked by riot and clashes as temper rose among 200 delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Oklahoma
Temple Houston
Jack Love
Love
Alexander
Texas
California and Illinois Delegations Face Split Over Gold and Silver
Delegate Harry E. Wise reports the California delegation divided roughly along gold and silver lines though instructed for silver and bound by the unit rule. Gold supporters vow to vote their conscience if needed. The California caucus named W. W. Foote chairman and J. J. Dwyer to the national committee, replacing M. F. Tarpey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Harry E. Wise
California
W. W. Foote
J. J. Dwyer
M. F. Tarpey
Democrats Seek Hill as Compromise Candidate in National Fight
In Indianapolis Democrats urge Chicago compromise using Senator David B. Hill as a unifying choice. They say Governor Matthews is weak and Hill’s stance against extremists could unite gold and free silver factions on a Hill nomination regardless of platform money planks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
Chicago
Matthews
David B. Hill
New York
Debates Over Silver and Tariff Planks Continue in Subcommittee
In a lengthy session the sub-committee debated the monetary plank favoring free silver at 16 to 1, with Hill and Jones advocating the policy while White urged restraint. They also considered a tariff plank labeling the current law Democratic and outlined plans for a concise position. The committee appointed a bipartisan panel to report. a sub-committee vote approved proceeding despite procedural opposition.
Committee votes to seat Michigan delegates by column split
Chicago July 8 The credentials committee voted 27 to 16 to seat contesting Michigan delegates as two in the fourth and ninth districts, shifting Michigan’s solid vote to the silver column. The panel also proposed six votes each for the territories and the District of Columbia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Michigan
Territories
District of Columbia
Simpson predicts Populists back Bland against McKinley bill
In Chicago on July 7, former Kansas congressman Jerry Simpson circulated among Southern delegates. He stated Populists in Kansas would nearly all support Bland if nominated and denounced the Republican party as the common enemy, preferring Grover Cleveland for a third term to protect currency and tariff policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Jerry Simpson
Kansas
Texas
Bland
Simpson
Congress
Grover Cleveland
Child Hit by Inbound Electric Car on Tremont Street
Six year old Ethel Peterson of 11861-2 Tremont Street was struck by an inbound electric car last night. She was knocked unconscious and rushed to a city hospital in immediate danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethel Peterson
Tremont Street
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HEW National Committee
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Henry 2. Winton
R. Coudert
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B. Jones
A. M. Weedorth
Dakota
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H. R. Hart
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E. B. Finley
Oregon
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Idaho
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SPP
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Teller
Boses
William H. Barnes
Jacksonville, Ill
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McKinley
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