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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1900
Page
2
Roosevelt rose to his feet at the convention amid cheering as the Star Spangled Banner played. He refused any candidacy, insisting he did not want the nomination while others urged him to accept, and proponents and opponents alike watched his every move.
Pietro Cuneo presents two gavels made from historic wood contributed from all states and territories. Each gavel, wrapped in a silk flag and housed in a painted tin box, bears an inscription for the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia on June 19 1900. Crafted by B F Smith of Stewart Ohio from 1898 to 1900.
Chairman Hanna’s reception when the convention was called to order and during his speech was ecstatic. Senator Wolcott’s keynote praised national prosperity and McKinley’s looming re election. He declared the Democratic party driven from its 1896 positions and vowed the Republic’s global ascent and liberty.
Ohio delegates to the 1856 Philadelphia convention recall their roles in forming the party. Notable figures include Rush R. Sloane Bandusky General R. Brinkerhoff George R. Trey and W H Upson. Bliss and Platt welcomed by New York and crowd, while Lodge Davis and Foraker received little cheer as seats filled.
Chairman Hanna called the convention to order at 12 35 PM with applause. Rev J Gray Bolton of Hope Presbyterian Church Philadelphia delivered the invocation as delegates remained seated and spectators bowed in reverent prayer.
The opening prayer delivered by Rev James Gray Bolton of Philadelphia invokes divine blessing praising God as eternal sovereign and creator. The sermon continues with praises to wisdom power holiness justice goodness and truth and requests divine guidance for the congregation.
An 19th century ad extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for nervousness fatigue and weak blood claiming it makes blood rich and pure with strong nerves and sweet sleep. It markets Hood's Pills as the favored cathartic and notes nationwide trust in American leadership.
A devotional prayer invokes divine mercy for all people and asks blessing on the President and all in authority. It seeks wisdom for the assembly, guidance for national affairs, and continual praise for God's purposes, ending with a traditional doxology.
A formal call is read at the Republican convention in Philadelphia. Senator Hanna, addressing the gathering, honors the city and party, commends the national committee, and praises McKinley as the leader while passing chair to Senator Wolcott of Colorado.
Senator Wolcott is introduced as temporary chairman amid a United States convention scene in Philadelphia. He outlines the party’s hopeful creed, pledges to uphold a prosperous four years, and defends republican principles from South Africa to the Philippines while praising historic city landmarks and the nation’s liberty.
A commemorative tribute praises President William McKinley for leadership in peace and war. The message lauds his influence on national welfare, economic policy, and guiding the country through financial crisis and impaired credit.
The piece argues for sustained Republican prosperity since the Spanish War, noting widespread employment and rising wages while criticizing Democratic stagnation. It cites export growth, debt paydown on Western farms, and the United States becoming a creditor nation, with a pledge to curb price manipulation and protect workers.
The speaker asserts the nation cannot afford more currency experimentation and endorses adopting gold as the standard. He cites global gold discoveries, past party pledges, and the need for international agreement, noting Western Republicans returning home after supporting the bill.
A republican program details future laws to ease war taxes and fund bond redemptions. It urges building and controlling a transoceanic ship canal, expanding the ocean merchant marine, and projecting U S ownership and operation under American dominion. It defends wartime costs and outlines Puerto Rico revenue plans and free imports for essentials.
In a pledge echoed after the war, the administration says Cuba will be free and governed by its people. It cites devotion to pacification, noting abuses that led to hostilities, and praises improvements under Generals Brooke and Wood as municipal elections occurred yesterday.
The piece urges strict punishment of Cuban official corruption and supports a national reform plan. It notes American and British concern over embezzlement and insists the party that shields dishonest officials loses public trust, while praising fair treatment and eventual self-government for Cuba.
The article asserts a continued U.S. hold on the Philippines after the Spanish War, blaming Democratic headquarters in the United States for guiding the insurrection. It argues the islands must be pacified and governed, with independence not considered, citing Tagal resistance and support from Aguinaldo’s backers as prolonging conflict.
The speech extols civilizational progress for island peoples and American expansion. It asserts the United States will lift islands into light and unity, promote prosperity, and project a global role with free government, trade, and territorial influence. It warns Democratic policy could threaten currency, the Philippines, and national prestige if power shifts domestically.
A speech urges integrity and vigor as the nation enters the new century. It defends the Republican party as vital and promises a future of free institutions, patriotism, and liberty, noting young voters will shape the national election and the dead lie in Luzon.
At the convention Wolcott introduces a list of secretaries and officials. The crowd shifts as Governor Taylor of Kentucky is recognized and a dark figure is noted in the hall awaiting acknowledgment. The scene conveys a formal roll and a moment of tension as Wolcott calls for Governor Taylor.
The State Leaders of the Republican Campaign list names for the National Committee. Arkansas Powell Clayton and California W C Vanfleet are named along with leaders from Colorado Connecticut Florida Georgia Idaho Illinois Indiana Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New York North Dakota Ohio Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Arizona Indian Territory New Mexico Oklahoma with respective leaders.
The list names the Committee on Resolutions with state by state appointees. Notables include J. W. Dunnuck Alabama, C. W. Rix Arkansas, Chester A Rowell California, C. C. Cavender Colorado, W. E. Seeley Connecticut, Walter G. Robinson Florida, H. A. Rucker Georgia, and others across from Idaho to Oklahoma.
Governors levee drew crowds as delegates surged toward Roosevelt in the convention pit. Ex Senator Quay greeted him warmly while New Mexico delegates in sombreros pressed forward. Chauncey Depew and New York leaders were largely ignored amid the rush. Wolcott announced committee lists as order was restored. Representative Cannon moved adjournment to tomorrow and Rev Edgar M Levy gave a benediction recalling the first convention forty four years ago.
Rev. Edgar M. Levy delivers a lengthy oration thanking God for national blessings. He prays for the President and leaders, urges justice and peace, warns against pride and material excess, and envisions a nation ruled by wisdom and virtue.
The text shows a religious blessing for a convention endorsing the deliberations and list of issues. It prays God to bless officers and delegates, keep them safe from sickness and danger, and grant them a sense of duty fulfilled. It references the Father Son and Holy Spirit and a closing doxology.
The fragment notes that at 3 o clock the convention was adjourned. No further details available about participants or outcomes.
The report states William McKinley will be renominated by acclamation with the party platform adopted. The vice presidential nomination will be postponed until Thursday unless a stampede or leader plans are upset.
Description of the National Export Exposition Building in West Philadelphia hosting the convention. The vast hall seats 16 000 with a ship like interior and tiered pits for delegates and 500 working newspaper men. Decor includes a portrait of the President and extensive bunting with state shields.
Special Despatch reports the Ohio State Pharmaceutical Association holding its annual session at the Hotel Victory in Put-In-Bay Ohio. President Alfred DeLang of Cincinnati chaired the opening address praising the body for promoting Ohio on the national stage. About 300 druggists attended, including many Cincinnatians.
June 19. Among candidates passing exams and admitted to the Military Academy are Theodore oeen Indiana Walter S. Fulton Indiana Charles R. Jamison Indiana Charles F. Connie Ohio Arthur J. Davis Idaho Charles Donavin Ohio Chauncey L. Fenton Ohio Edmund L. Gruber Ohio James H. Owens Indiana Napoleon W. Riley Kentucky Erlem Imala Clement H. Weight Ohio.
Six thieves robbed the County Treasurer’s office last night taking 125 dollars in cash and 600 dollars in postage stamps. They escaped aboard a handcar from the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad after fleeing from the scene.
In Philadelphia on June 19 the Bowery born newsboy Billy Gettle sold Cincinnati Commercial Tribune ahead of the Democratic convention. His booming voice drew early risers, Ohio crowds, and Wisconsin visitors, boosting Tribune sales to a record convention total as rival papers lagged.
Athens OH June 19 Alumni gather for the Ohio University gala week. An alumni address by Prof. W Colvin precedes the alumni banquet with toastmaster Major L M Jewett. Dr J M Crawford of Cincinnati will give the university address as trustees meet to appoint new faculty members.
Mail workers are urged to check the Commercial Tribune issue of Sunday June 24 for items of interest to carriers. The notice hints at relevant content likely affecting routes or duties.
In Chillicothe Ohio on June 19 Richard Gardiner the negro charged with assaulting and murdering Emma Long struck a passing prisoner with a chained ankle restraint after unfastening his ankle chain. He had been confined in a dungeon for fighting a fellow inmate and is now closely guarded.
In Parkersburg on June 19 the Democratic State Executive Committees and candidates closed a secret session. W. E. Byrne is expected to be appointed Secretary and Charleston designated as the committee headquarters.
Frankfort Kentucky June 19 The State Treasurer's office was formally transferred to Treasurer Hager today. The accounts of former Treasurer Day were checked over and balanced to a cent.
The article extols a mother's advice for a daughter's health and invites sick women to write to Dr. Pierce in Buffalo for free private consultations. It warns against nonphysician ad hoc medical advice and emphasizes that only licensed doctors may claim the title.
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