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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1900
Page
1
A political note details uncertainty over selecting a vice president as party leaders weigh options while Roosevelt signals openness to the role. The report highlights the potential candidates and strategic considerations in the leadership race.
A tense Philadelphia convention scene unfolds as Hanna and Woodruff press for Roosevelt. New York leaders dispute Woodruff indorsement while P resident McKinley weighs vice presidential options amid verbal volleys and platform wrangling.
The article notes that Woodruff, initially not guaranteed, was ultimately endorsed for the second spot. It discusses political maneuvering and the decision process within the campaign.
The Paris Show Jury on Wines will not judge any foreign wine that carries a French wine name. American exhibitors fear loss of recognition as most wines use French labels like Sauterne and Bordeaux. The California Commission, angry at the decision, may withdraw its exhibits amid tensions over American wine recognition.
Anthony J. Hemsteger, a clerk at the Third National Bank of Piqua Ohio, confessed to using bank funds after an expert accountant uncovered irregularities. He admitted taking about 1150 dollars, an amount that matched the accountant’s report. The bank notified American Security Company of New York that it holds that bond for the loss.
The Supreme Court Law Committee in Columbus probes how law students obtained exam questions amid secret inquiries. Authorities allege lists were sold by students, delaying oath and barring those who bought or offered to buy. A state law professor is accused of encouraging purchases. investigation ongoing.
Frankfort June 19 Governor Beckham issues a card announcing his candidacy for the Democratic nomination to be decided at the Lexington convention July 19. He cites his brief tenure as chief executive, asserts a need for clean economical government, and pledges to uphold the state laws and maintain order if nominated and elected.
Miss Leno Blair a 16 year old sued Captain Richard T. Ellis of the Thirty third Regiment U S W for 10000 damages for seduction. The jury awarded 5010 dollars this afternoon. Ellis is an heir to a 50000 estate and is with his regiment in the Philippines.
Twelve hundred American troops landed in China amid a big battle near Peking as advices from Shanghai report the Chinese capital has been relieved.
A Shanghai despatch reports U S transport Thomas diverted to Nagasaki and arriving at Taku with 1,200 men. The Times notes Admiral Seymour may arrive in Peking with the British flag at the south gate. Reports claim Russian relief forces near Taku and Japanese mobilization of 25,000 men for immediate transport.
In Chattanooga Tennessee on June 19 supporters insist H Clay Evans will not resign as Pension Commissioner though he has signaled to the President a resignation would come if needed. A promoter says Evans seeks district support to prove backing and that Tennessee knows the political situation.
Harry Shoemaker, wanted in Kentucky for December murder of his cousins, was arrested while plowing near Pana. Two loaded revolvers and a dirk knife were found in his plow toolbox. He is said to have confessed and will be returned to Kentucky.
London reports Colonel Wilcox to Colonial Office says Captain Willson and seven natives die while Captain Hall relieves Captain Carter. No news from sePrig at Ashantis. Kingston Jamaica notes West India regiment ordered to prepare for Gambia to fight the Sofas. Demarara offers 400 volunteers with a Maxim gun. 278 Kingston infantry militia volunteers enlist.
Rev. B A Jenkins president of the University of Indianapolis has been chosen pastor of the First Christian Church of Buffalo New York and will begin work on the first Sunday in July. He handed his resignation to the secretary and said Ex President Harrison and Dr Haines are at Yellow stone Park.
Count De Toulous Lautrec, who claims to be a French nobleman, was turned over to Canadian authorities and taken to Montreal to face forgery and embezzlement charges after arrest in Chicago.
Chairman Hanna ordered the twelfth Republican National Convention at 12 35 PM in the Export Exposition Building. 1800 delegates and alternates packed the hall while 15000 attendees filled the seats and press galleries. A large McKinley portrait hung over flags and bunting as veteran leaders looked on.
The national Republican convention opens with a calm, undemonstrative tone. The party lines stand behind a four year leadership, with William Howard Taft’s administration seen as the platform. The sole major decision left is the Vice Presidency.
The crowd roared as Governor Roosevelt entered the hall with Senator Depew and Chairman Odell nearby. He walked through delegates with his Rough Rider hat, offered no acknowledgments, and kept his jaw set as he moved to his seat amid widespread enthusiasm.
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