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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1888
Page
2
The gathering adjourned after recess, amid crowded aisles and a delayed credentials report. Speeches by Foraker and Bradley denounced Democrats, pledged a strong Republican platform, and touched on admissions of Virginia and Mahone delegates as the credentials committee prepared its report.
The credentials committee report on Virginia delegates at large and the ninth district prompted a heated floor fight. Wood and colleagues pressed for recognition amid charges of a private three-man convention, while supporters urged seating the Virginia ninth district delegates. After long debate the majority motion to seat Wood and his group passed, amid parallel battles over second district seating and a procedural call for a state-by-state vote recap.
The port was adopted as a whole and applicable to all the Virginia districts, and the convention adjourned at 11:25 until tomorrow at 10 o'clock.
Caicaco June 20. The resolutions committee labored through a five hour session with speakers including Mrs Isabella Beecher Hooker and Susan B Anthony urging an equal suffrage plank. A later clash between supporters of Mahone and Libbey sparked a Virginia style melee as papers kept the altercation from public view.
The credentials committee in Chicago on June 20 faced heated debates as delegates Wise and Mahone contested districts. After hearings and executive session, Wise won several contests by vote, while the DC seat and other state contests were referred to subcommittees for swift reporting.
In Chicago June 20 The Tribune describes a violent disruption during the credentials committee session over Wise and Mahone. An officer is dragged inside as chairs fly and shouts of You are a liar echo. A Mahone delegate, Colonel Allen, is amid interruptions as Wise and Mahone sit close, prompting a dramatic confrontation.
Chicago June 20 Special The Massachusetts delegation refuses to follow Hoar for Sherman and the convention rooked him. He lacks allies beyond Beard and two others. Critics say his dust throwing and thumb on delegates is mismanaged. Hoar shifts toward Gresham or Blaine as Sherman support falters. Ohio and New York delegations doubt him as he argues on unit rule and Mahone delegation.
June 20 Curiaco Special Republicans mimic Democrats at St Louis shaping chairmanships and gavels. Californians gain permanent chair while Gold and silver gavels shown as symbol. Platform to echo 1884 with added anti Mills bill stance. Sunday saloon closings ignored amid open bars under Mayor Roche.
In Cmicaco on June 20 a quiet day as Massachusetts delegates navigate credentials. Ex Senator Stevens of Swansea presents a credentials brief. Frank Stevens Jonathan Bourne named delegates with Fessenden Abbott alternates. A full delegation meeting set for tomorrow at 9. Internal shifts and support for Hoar allies noted among Be ard Ripley Blunt Wilbur. Connecticut delegation mentioned as uneventful.
The New England conference and its sub committee produced no gains at their meetings. Alternate-at-large Fred H. Williams of Foxboro had a narrow escape tonight as he attempted to board a horse car, slipped, and was bruised on the shoulders and hips but remained mobile.
June 20 report from Curiaco notes Ohio delegates are lukewarm to Sherman and ready to desert for Blaine. McKinley’s presence on stage tomorrow to deliver the resolutions report is watched as a potential influence. Sherman’s weakness in his home state weakens him, with Hoar seeking a backup candidate.
Morris M. Estee is described as the convention’s permanent chairman and a leading California lawyer and major wine and fruit grower. Born in Warren County Pennsylvania in 1888, he arrived in California as a youth, studied law, served in the Legislature, was Speaker of the Assembly, chaired the constitutional convention committee on core, and led efforts to shape San Francisco’s capital charter. He lives at Napa with vineyards and orchards, is married with two daughters aged 22 and 12.
In Chicago on June 20, the temporary chairman John M. Thurston is criticized for allowing Wise and Mahone to clash publicly. He is deemed a weak presiding officer though a fair stump speaker. His claim that the convention would not disobey Blaine is condemned amid accusations of bargaining with Sherman men and breaking faith with Blaine leaders.
London June 20 Blaine in Newcastle refused to say whether he will accept the Republican nomination. The Tribune reports Blaine denies rumors of any talks or letters on the subject unless signed by him. He is near Scotland on a coaching tour and has not communicated with anyone named in connection with the nomination.
The dispatch describes Blaine facing a possible renomination by friends despite uncertainty. The speaker notes Blaine’s reluctance to discuss being named and doubts about securing support, stressing family considerations in a potential political comeback.
Washington June 20 Special Senators Sherman Allison and Hawley opened in an anxious mood as Chicago convention results trickled in. Allison left for bulletins, Hawley stayed, Sherman read messages from yellow Chicago dispatches while Brown of Georgia perused a lengthy reviewer. Sherman said private canvass telegraphs kept him hopeful about progress.
The convention ballot debate continued with little solid footing for opinion. In the House lobby, bulletins drew five to six members at a time, Burrows of Michigan a constant presence. Excitement flared briefly when a page posted Blaine nominated by acclamation, but the hoax quickly became clear and the rush faded.
Springfield June 20 Postmaster General Dickinson spoke at his nephew's wedding about the political scene predicting Blaine as the likely Republican nominee but says he will not win the presidency. He forecast a Democratic victory led by Cleveland and Thurman with New York tipping the scales. He praised Cleveland's administration and expected Thurman to strengthen the ticket.
Tufts College held commencement in Goddard Chapel with Lt Governor Brackett and other officials present. Speakers included Crooks Page Dunham Shipman Farr and Tomlinson, detailing topics from protection and tariffs to Greek influence. Degrees conferred spanned arts philosophy and divinity, with honorary doctorates for Adams and Rugg. An afternoon procession, dinner, and an evening reception followed, noting bequests to the college.
The New York Times compares Thurston and Collins speeches at St Louis favoring Collins for sobriety and clarity while Thurston’s remarks appear vague. Chicago debates focus on John Wise and Mahone and whether Fitch remains loyal to tariffs. A mix of editorials and quotes from New York Sun and others frame Blaine, Coffin, and party fate. Isaiah Meek, woollen blanket manufacturer since 1854, reacts to Mills tariff impact on profits and wages.
Brown University held commencement at the First Baptist Meeting House with honorary degrees and class honors awarded to many alumni. fundraising at Sauls Hall nearly reached 7,000 toward a 50,000 gymnasium and 30,000 endowment, while a necrology honored 29 deceased alumni and officers were named for the coming year.
In Washington on June 20 the Senate logged little business with few members present. Frye presented a petition against the ratification of the constitutional defense alliance treaty. The Senate passed ninety two private pension bills, including $12 monthly to the two daughters of Major Ambner Morgan and a pension for a War of 1812 veteran. The House debated the sandry civil appropriation bill amid insistence on limiting special agents’ funds due to alleged bribery and fraud.
A large scenery load for the Aladdin presentation at Oakland Garden arrived today. Ellsler's Spectacular Combination has workers preparing the garden for the season opening next Monday evening. Manager Gayett has spent much for attractions to draw children, aiming to make daytime visits as appealing as past nights for adults.
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