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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1900
Page
3
Colonel Lafe Young withdraws Jonathan Dolliver and nominates Theodore Roosevelt for Vice President at the 1898 Republican Convention. He urges unity behind McKinley and Roosevelt, recalling Rough Riders in the Spanish American War and urging patriotism above politics.
The New York Governor Theodore Roosevelt is lauded at a convention after his nomination. Delegates from Utah and Kansas shower him with roses and sunflowers while Mrs Roosevelt watches from the gallery. Massachusetts Congressmen pledge strong support as cheers rise for Roosevelt’s public service and leadership.
The New York delegation's hall erupts as Chauncey Depew extols Theodore Roosevelt and the ticket of McKinley and Roosevelt. He recalls Roosevelt's rise from cowboy to war hero and outlines support, contrasting imperial expansion with a strong American presidency.
Washington figure General James M. Ashton seconded Roosevelt and praised Roosevelt as a symbol of American heroism. He spoke to convention attendees from the Northwest and Northeast and discussed an ideal candidate, mentioning the eminent Northwest jurist Bartlettop.
A historic speech celebrates McKinley era policy. The speaker mocks opponents and cites American industry and exports to Cuba Puerto Rico the Philippines and Asia while urging continued production and labor at high wages. He appeals to regional audiences and defends the nation’s progress.
The 1900 Republican National Convention adjourned sine die with Governor Theodore Roosevelt nominated for Vice President. Delegates praised Lodge and Wolcott for presiding and thanked Philadelphia officials while plans for the campaign Center on Hanna’s leadership and dual headquarters in New York and Chicago.
The National Committee re-elected Senator Hanna as chairman for four years at a Philadelphia session after the convention. Colonel Dick of Ohio chosen temporary secretary as Hanna plans executive picks and campaign strategy with headquarters set for Chicago and New York. George Wiswell of Milwaukee elected sergeant at arms for four years.
Chairman Hanna announced the five members appointed to the new Executive Committee of the National Convention. The appointees are Henry C. Payne of Wisconsin, Joseph H. Manley of Maine, N. B. Scott of West Virginia, Harry S. New of Indiana, and George L. Shoup of Idaho.
The convention ends as Bliss withdraws from vice presidential debate while Long and Woodruff receive varied fates. Dolliver remains hopeful for 1904, Scott reflects on costly missteps, and Irving M Scott might have shaped a stronger bid with state support. The event is praised for organization, police handling, and hospitable host city.
The Courier Journal editorial previews the Republican National Convention ticket as the strongest the party could name. It lauds McKinley as a capable follower and Roosevelt as a dynamic candidate whose nomination energizes the campaign, urging Democrats to recognize the foe's strength.
At the 1904 Republican National Convention in Philadelphia about 40 000 attendees voiced approval of the proceedings. Ohio figures led by Quay and Platt shaped the platform and secured Roosevelt’s unanimous nomination while Daugherty allies in Ohio supported the administration. Governor Nash and other Ohio leaders were praised for their role as delegates and hosts.
The Ohio Republican Association of Washington held a large meeting in which members elected Frank M. Smith, H. C. Hayne, C. G. Morrison, and Robert J. Harlan to membership. Resolutions endorsed the national ticket, praised McKinley, and pledged loyal support to the party platform and patriotic aims.
West Virginia State Division of the Daughters of the Confederacy concluded its two day session in Charleston and adjourned to meet in Martinsburg next year. Officers elected include President Mrs J W McSherry and First VP Mrs L G Buffington with several other posts filled. Mrs W W Arnett was named to the Jeff Davis Monument Association Executive Committee.
G H Bryant a 40 year old farmer was thrown from his harvesting machine near Brighton in this county. His team ran away causing him to fall on the blades, both legs were severed and he died shortly after the accident.
In Sparksville near Columbia Kentucky last night Joe Aikens fired a shotgun blast at Charles Kingly wounding his thigh severely in a feud sparked dispute. Authorities report a longstanding grudge behind the incident.
Philadelphia June 2 The Commercial Tribune newsboy William Gettle voices contempt for the city. He rails against the town as a “bum” birthplace of American liberty and mocks its spelling, language, and pace in a blunt, comic tirade.
Philadelphia dispatch lists the committee to notify the presidential nominee with one delegate per state and territory, plus a separate slate for the vice presidential notification. Names span Alabama to Hawaii, including Alaska and Indian Territory, with numerous state officers and party leaders.
In Paris the French president visited the United States Pavilion in Rue des Nations. Ferdinand W. Peck and Benjamin D. Woodward were absent at the 9:30 a.m. appointment. General Horace Porter received Loubet and escorted him through the building for about fifteen minutes before Peck arrived.
The Colorado & Southern Railroad iron bridge over the Gunnison River two and a half miles above Gunnison was wrecked by a giant powder explosion early today. Authorities believe the blast was the work of strike sympathizers aiming to stop trains from Baldwin coal mine operations.
Major Albert Clucker of Kenton was chosen lieutenant colonel of the Second Regiment Ohio National Guard. Major Deming of Ada withdrew, allowing both to be candidates for two majors in a later election.
The International Printing Pressmen's and Assistants Union elected officers today. President J. S. Bowman Chicago First Vice President J. E. Callery Philadelphia Secretary-Treasurer W. J. Webb Brooklyn Washington was chosen as the next convention city.
The notice highlights a housing opportunity advertised in the Commercial Tribune on Sunday June 24. It features a property sale listing with location details and terms. Readers are directed to review the ad in full for ownership options and eligibility.
President McKinley will be congratulated on his renomination by Commercial Tribune student delegation after a day at the League Island Navy Yards in Philadelphia. The trip included visits to the Miantonomah and Columbia, a tour of the Catskill, and a briefing by guides from the Richmond training ship.
The Ohio State Pharmaceutical Association wrapped up at Hotel Victory Put In Bay with no business. Northern Ohio druggists met for a single session and elected officers for the following year: J. A. Batlett as President Joseph Albrechts First Vice President EB Hellwig Secretary and George W. Vose Treasurer all from Cleveland Ohio.
The Ohio Association of Stationary Engineers met in Coshocton on June 21 electing new officers for the coming year President H Yeager of Cincinnati Vice Howle of Cleveland Secretary J H McConnaughy Akron Treasurer A W Phillips Wellsville Conductor W W Platt Coshocton Doorkeeper I F Cramer Sidney State License Committee P E Mack Canton George Barbee Columbus W W Platt Coshocton East Liverpool chosen as next convention site.
Harry Cochran, 16, son of Alexander Cochran stock dealer of New Guilford, died after an accidental shotgun discharge in a boat while setting trotlines on the Walhonding river near Coshocton. He died soon after.
A house and lot are featured for sale in the Commercial Tribune issue dated Sunday June 24. Details promise viewings and pricing through local listings and real estate ads.
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