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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1900
Page
8
Continued from Page 4. The article notes a tie and discusses the logical result of electing William McKinney. It recalls four years of Democratic influence bringing financial distress and commercial depression with the government borrowing to pay bills.
Lieutenant Governor Fates accepted renomination and criticized the opposing candidate. He said the rival party once promised progress but now claims credit for all labor legislation enacted under the current administration. He urged voters to consider the platform and records affecting policy.
An unclear report notes a large fundraising effort tied to a political or governmental contest. The fragment mentions millions of dollars contributed and a struggle connected to an office, but details and specifics remain unreadable.
A Massachusetts speech praises Winthrop Murray Crane as a strong Republican leader. The speaker lauds Crane for upholding party measures, vetoing flawed legislation, fair appointments, and fiscal prudence turning Hoosac Tunnel plans into profitable bonds. The convention is urged to nominate Crane by acclamation.
The excerpt recalls a period of peace while noting a national debt increase of 262,602.45 dollars. It extols a beloved flag, unity over sectional hate, and esteem abroad for American justice and obligations under the current administration.
A political speech extols a party’s long Democratic influence while denouncing Republicans. The speaker cites fifty years of control, warns against claims of dead principles, and vows that the Commonwealth will back the party that has fostered prosperity and national prestige. Applause follows.
The Hon. Melvin C. Adams places Governor Crane’s name before the convention and extols the dramatic arts as a time honored temple, noting the writer's imagination reinforced by painters to create inspiring spectacles. He says he supersedes other delegates in performing a glad duty.
Governor Crane recalls past races and praises Republican leadership, while Yenry E Turner, a Massachusetts public figure and auditor candidate, dwells in the Deacon Richardson house at the corner of Washington and Morence streets. Turner, an expert accountant and head of Parker Manufacturing, pledges a diligent, principled term if elected.
Oct 4 Malden news quotes Mr Turner saying he has nothing unpleasant about General Kimball. He notes a brief history and claims being within twenty two votes of an overall majority on the second ballot. The remark hints at ongoing election dynamics and possible next steps.
At the Suffolk senatorial convention in Grand Army Hall Chelsea Howland led an informal ballot with 23 votes to 8 for Willard and secured Howland's nomination as senator when the ballot was declared formal and unanimous.
About 125 Chelsea Democrats met in Carlton Hall last night in Chelsea, organizing a Bryan and Brerenson Club. Officers elected include President Dennis H. Me re, Vice President Frank B. Tuck, Secretary Andrew C. Sullivan, Treasurer Thomas H. Driscoll, plus an executive committee of twenty.
Lawrench voters heard unanimous approval as Joseph J. Flynn of this city won the fifth congressional district Democratic convention nomination amid great enthusiasm.
An anticipated clash near Hazleton was averted as 3000 striking miners at Mount Carmel began a march toward Trevorton to stop work at North Franklin colliery. Officials persuaded them to turn back after three miles. No further concessions or changes in the stalemate tonight.
In Cambridge and Brockton, Will C. Stinson dominated the twenty-five mile motor paced race with Jimmy Moran and Arthur Ross as Harry Elkes failed to beat the ten mile world record. Stinson set new and tied marks across the miles, finishing the distance in 38:23.5, narrowly missing his own best.
Princeton wins the singles with RK G Little defeating William J Clothier of Swarthmore 6 8 6 8 6 2. Little and F B Alexander of Princeton take the doubles against Harvard pair Thomas Ware 6 1 6 2 6 1. Semifinals featured Yale Plummer beating Ware 18 11 6 3 and Clothier defeating Alexander 10 8 6 4 while Little defeated Plummer 6 2 6 2.
The Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company arrived at North Station at 9 30 p m last night after visiting Montreal. Seven First Regiment companies met them and escorted the group to Faneuil Hall. Lieutenant Colonel Alexander M Ferris, ill with a cold, had Second Lieutenant Josiah Stearns Cush ing deliver the address. A strange man tried to sell the Ancients campaign but tons after the cheers.
At Wheaton's Chicago Golf Club Harry Vardon leads J H Taylor by one stroke after 36 holes scoring 157. Taylor posted 76 in the morning and 82 in the afternoon while Vardon rose with a 78 in the second round. Bell and Campbell also figure among top scorers as weather stays favorable for the final day.
Jailer John Birdsall halted a planned escape at Monroe county jail involving William J. Neilson and five others. The group had sawn seven bars and planned to rush the jailbreak with a smuggled saw. Neilson, alias Benz, faced Boston murder allegations and resistance to extradition.
At a recent Common Council meeting Councilman Linehan proposed removing the lion and unicorn from the Old State House and replacing them with American liberty as a retaliatory gesture. He also offered an order requesting detailed publicly funded roof costs for City Hall, bids, bidders, and related expenses, plus audit questions on department rentals. The council narrowly approved an police salary increase 32 to 26 before voting to reconsider, then adjourned after near passage.
In Indianapolis on October 4, the National Association of Democratic Clubs gathering drew about 500 attendees as William Jennings Bryan prepared to speak. He ridiculed Hanna’s claim there are no trusts, listing various named trusts and criticizing government use of troops to repress labor, arbitration, and labor protections.
Tim Kearns of Boston was stopped by referee Johnny White after the eighteenth round in a twenty round bout at the Coliseum before the Nutmeg Athletic Club. Jack O'Brien earned the decision as Kearns took punishment throughout the match.
A large crowd gathered at Allston course for second round matches of the Allston championship cup. I W Chick defeated H B Chandler six up with five to play while Charles Sprague beat W T Poole five up with eight to play. Sprague and Chick both played vigorous golf and Sprague posted notable form. Chick’s medal score was only fair.
Firemen battled a blaze in the wagon building for hours to prevent a broader conflagration. At 2 a.m. the roof and walls collapsed as crews tried to rescue colleagues. Three firemen were pulled free severely or badly injured. four others remained missing, believed buried in the ruins.
The Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Boston visited Burlington in a multi hour event. They were greeted at the Windsor Hotel Montreal and escorted to the depot with guests. In Burlington they were met at the station by Vermont National Guard and prominent citizens, then taken to the Van Ness House for a three hour stay and dinner. Colonel Ferris praised the escort's discipline and invited Captain Pronty and lieutenants Woodbury and Taggart to dine with him.
At the Merchants and Manufacturers Twentieth Century Exposition at Mechanics Hall, Ching Ping inspired a crowd of about seven thousand as a hand performance clashed with two critics. The incident ended with Ping retiring his elaborate setup while spectators enjoyed the art collection, Fakirs row, and live music by Fun elall and his band.
Worcester delegate John R. Thayer was renominated without opposition at the Democratic third congressional convention in Continental Hall. He pledged support to James H. Mellen in caucuses, and his nomination drew cheers and strong applause from the gathering.
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