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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1901
Page
2
The nation laments the late President McKinley as the public mood shifts from anger to forgiveness. His Christian example, fortitude, and lasting legacy unite a divided country in sorrow and resolve for a potential national blessing arising from tragedy. The nation’s grief eases as bells toll and rites conclude.
Since the circuit's formation for thirty four years Caroline County Democrats have honored Cecil Kent Queen Anne's and Talbot. They praise late Chief Judge John M. Robinson and successors, urging reciprocity in political duties. The convention in town on October 3 will consider Henry B. Lewis as a prospective judge to replace the late Judge Frederick Stamp, with supporters correcting a misimpression.
The article notes a tentative candidate for the judicial nomination backed by many friends who value his legal knowledge and party service. Also mentioned is William H. Deweese of Deweese Owens as another candidate. The piece predicts the county convention will pick one, with Caroline Democracy united to elect a Circuit Court judge after years of waiting.
Governor Smith declares a day of mourning for President McKinley with prayers nationwide. President Roosevelt follows suit as public business pauses. Maryland issues a similar appeal for supplication for the nation. After months of conflict, the steel strike closes with heavy losses and wage disruptions. Senator Wellington withdraws from Maryland politics over remarks on McKinley. Crescens targets Pimlico on October 3 as racing rivals loom. The demand rises for action against anarchists.
President McKinley died at 2 15 Saturday morning after being shot by anarchist Leon Czolgosz. Mrs McKinley stayed beside him as doctors worked, then shared a final goodbye as he whispered that it was Gods will. News sparked tears in streets while Vice President Roosevelt, far away, rushed to Buffalo and took the oath of office.
Theodore Roosevelt emerges as a towering figure through nine career phases before taking on the presidency. The piece traces his ascent from aristocratic New York upbringing to public life, noting his early bid for assemblyman soon after college in 1879.
The text traces Theodore Roosevelts political ascent from zealous local Republican to mayoral candidate, then to national service as a civil service commissioner. It recounts his Rough Riders founding in 1898, battles at Juans Guasimas and San Juan Hill, and his rise to Governor of New York followed by near-stampede support at Philadelphia and acceptance of the vice presidency.
The piece contrasts McKinley and Roosevelt, notes potential cabinet changes and policy shifts, and predicts early presidential actions. It urges strict voter registration, purging improper names, and vigilant registration in Baltimore, asserting the need to defend honest, independent ballots and a continued Democratic administration for state governance.
The message urges Maryland voters to support continued Democratic governance. It claims a large majority favor no change, cites strict law enforcement and order, a healthy finances, and promises on taxation and education benefits, arguing the party represents those most invested in full policy execution.
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