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Newspaper
Burlington Free Press
Location
Burlington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1900
Page
7
Advertisement notice for Burlington weekly paper outlining subscription terms of 1.00 per year, in advance, with payments by deposited method only. Readers urged to remit with order, notes on address changes and receipts, and risk of loss for late or missing remittance.
The paper promotes its new advertising column offering bargains and tender listings with rates of one cent per word. It notes industry competition in matches and a Virginia peninsula land If floating due to water erosion and mentions a Burlington abstract convention with votes and nominations in Vermont.
A late draft of the Republican platform centers on praising the McKinley administration, tariff protection, and prosperity while urging Cuba’s independence, Philippines governance, and naval expansion. It calls for Nicaragua canal work, Monroe Doctrine reaffirmation, veterans care, and anti trust action, with broader aims to expand foreign trade.
A Washington note to the Free Press from Judge Jonathan Ross discusses editorials about his Senate appointment. He says the governor did not press him to avoid candidacy and denies any intention to mislead or misrepresent the appointment terms. He explains the selection was unsolicited and not tied to Morrill’s term.
The record discusses whether Judge Rows was appointed under an understanding to avoid creating an electoral advantage for future legislators. It notes no such condition was intended or implied and asserts Judge Ross has full right to run for the remainder of Morrill’s term, with expectation he could be a leading candidate respected by the people.
The article analyzes Admiral Dewey’s political prospects amid Democratic party rifts. It notes his nonprofessional stance, diplomacy in statements, and potential for vice presidential consideration with Bryan. It discusses how Dewey’s comments could influence Bryanites and future party alignments.
The article argues that William Wallace Stickney faces no credible Republican challenger in Vermont. It highlights his 1886 campaign support, long service in the House including speakership, and broad local esteem as a lawyer, bank president, and public official, projecting a dignified, faithful administration if nominated for governor.
The Free Press notes the first district Republican convention will not crown a nominee on the first ballot. It tallies delegates for Ex-Gov Page and Congressman Powers, with Page leading in some counts but Powers holding a larger overall pool if unpledged delegates shift. The article analyzes county by county support, second choices, and the likely effect of future ballots on the contest.
The Fifty-Sixth Congress closes its long session and prepares for a short session starting next December. It set a record for activity with 12 192 bills introduced and 1215 passed, including 24 public and 2 private bills, the largest passage count in a long session to date.
Analysis of congressional terms and adjournment timing in presidential years. review of past sessions under Harrison, Cleveland, and Reed era. Highlights include currency reform, army reorganization proposals, anti trust stance, and notable expulsions and seating fights shaping the Fifty-Sixth Congress and upcoming short session.
Fragmentary text shows doubt over holding an election on the first ballot and underscores Judge Powers in a pivotal role amid county contest. The passage notes the second whole support and its significance to the plan.
Edward Sawyer describes a chaotic Hyde Park caucus where Gov Page supporters, rival delegates, and Democratic interference collided. He claims improper seating, disrupted proceedings, and a disputed ballot as Page supporters favored a biased outcome.
An old advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for catarrh cures and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from Toledo druggists. It cites J Cheney and associates as trustworthy, claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces, and lists price and availability through wholesale druggists.
Urban A. Woodbury of Chittenden County accuses ex governor of using paid workers and large sums to influence votes, offering to donate $100 for every $1000 spent to several charitable institutions if his opponent meets a strict spending test. He urges impartial referees to settle disputes post election and notes upcoming Republican convention in Burlington June 28. The pamphlet also includes a county committee apportionment and a booster for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with local endorsements.
The notice lists the bank with Capital 300000 Surplus and Profits 00000 and notes special attention to out-of-town deposits. Officers named include H. T. Kutt as cashier Jor s H H. Gates as president Daniel W. Rollinson vice-president Albert C. Spaulding Elias Lyman Fredk E Burgiss.
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