Walter Gresham Nominated by Republican Convention
The convention extols Judge Walter Gresham as a candidate embodying labor rights, fair wages, and national unity. Speakers urge his leadership to defend American labor, capital, and soldiers, arguing his integrity and Lincoln-like qualities make him a strong standard-bearer for the party.
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Resolutions at convention favor tariff and anti saloon plank
The convention resolutions align with Democratic aims on tariff and anti-saloon policy, endorsing free whiskey and oppposing the cigarette of undervaluation. Key figures include McKinley, Farwell, Oliver, Hiscock, Stewart, Beard and Griffin who fought over the anti-saloon plank and the whiskey tax repeal, with debate highlighting regional voter concerns and civil service language.
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Free Ballot and Fair Count Highlight Senate Session
The debate emphasized the constitutional right to a free ballot and fair count as true economy and statesmanship. After Senator Spooner's speech the roll call ended with no further response, and at 7 30 p.m. Mr Warner Miller moved to adjourn until 11 o'clock tomorrow, motion carried.
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Blaine may be urged to lead if Republican split looms
Despatches from London report Mr. Blaine’s convention prospects and the view that if nominated he would not refuse. Carnegie notes Blaine’s duty to lead if called, with protectionist policy as a campaign focus. Blaine allegedly learned of Lincoln’s presence in England from the informant.
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