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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1908
Page
7
The Democratic National Convention in Denver displays unprecedented Bryan support with a lengthy demonstration. Delegates clash over credentials, unseating Pennsylvania anti Bryan delegates and shifting control toward Bryan. The platform remains incomplete as leaders debate phrasing while the scene bursts with fervor and banners.
An unruly Bryan demonstration erupts at a political gathering as delegates from many states surge through the hall. State standards clash, photographers fire flash, and a Georgia flag wardens stubbornly anchors its spot while bands and cheers swell. Senator Gore sits calmly as the tumult continues for minutes before resuming his speech.
TERRE HAUTE Ind July 3 Thatcher A Parker republican entity chairman announced Roosevelt would come to Terre Haute for a presidential address during the coming campaign. Date not set but likely September. The visit is arranged through the republican state central committee with a three day Indiana tour to support Taft. One day will be devoted to Terre Haute with a proper greeting arranged.
Chicago July 8 The sale of 000 shares of Strawboard stock at 10 to parties believed tied to D C Barber is a setback for United Box Board and Paper, which paid 160000 for the stake. Legal action possible to recover. Sidney Mitchell named lawful receiver for United Boxboard and American Strawboard, with plant sites in Indiana.
A midsummer blaze swept the harbor front of East Boston damaging piers warehouses and a grain elevator containing 30000 bushels of grain. Estimated losses reach 1500000 with two people reported missing believed dead. Fire spread quickly leaping between piers and facilities before firefighting units could contain it. Names named include James Sullivan Cunard One Pier watchman and Miss Sarah Reynolds Cunard Steamship Company employee. In New York the funeral of Willian B. Leers ex president of the American Tin Plate Company was held privately on Fifth Avenue with interment at Woodlawn.
Denver delegates pursued platform work through the night and into today with subcommittees tackling anti injunction, trusts, railroads and tariff issues. A labor favored plank on injunctive relief was finalized with federation approval while other proposals include income tax, oriental immigration limits and Roosevelt dynastic concerns.
Denver report notes Bryan will be nominated Thursday with the vice presidency uncertain though New York leads. Senator Gore's speech created a remarkable demonstration lasting over an hour and a half. Twelfth district delegates from Indiana attended, praising harmony and unity under a united democracy as Denver hosts revel in the convention.
Frank H Altehronk former assistant postmaster general was unanimously chosen chairman of the Republican National Committee. George R. Sheldon of New York was named treasurer, with Arthur I Verso assigned to head the Ohio campaign from Cincinnati. The committee met about an hour and a half, announcing the leadership and campaign structure for the 1904 GOP drive.
William Jennings Bryan addressed a large, admiring crowd in Fairview Nebraska after a long demonstration by Democratic delegates. He thanked supporters, praised the unity shown, and then shared a light moment over a shared watermelon with aides and reporters present. The event left Bryan visibly moved and reflective before returning inside.
The forecast predicts warmer temperatures Friday across eastern Indiana and Dinats, with fair to warm conditions Thursday into Friday and winds increasing. Local farmers anticipate drier spells but remain cautious about possible rain. Thermometer readings show mild warmth with expectations of continued pleasant weather overall.
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