Democratic convention nominates Cleveland for president
Reports from Chicago describe Grover Cleveland's nomination after a long night of speeches and votes. The platform denounces the force bill, calls for tariff revision, free coinage parity, and broad reforms while praising Democratic ideals and promising unity for victory in the upcoming election.
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Convention narrows vice presidential race amid swift roll call
Delegates gathered after a brief adjournment as the convention opened at two. John F. Tatah of Indiana placed Governor Clay in nomination, with Gray receiving strong support from multiple states and Morse, Stevenson, and others earning scattered ballots. Neal of Ohio urged a suspension of rules to nominate by acclamation as excitement built and the body adjourned sine die.
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After the Battle. Chicago delegates disperse amid rain
The Chicago convention fades as delegates depart for Indiana and Iowa, while Tammany bands head east. Rain-soaked streets, soggy decorations, and lingering agitation mark the closure of a tense Democratic gathering.
Knights of St Jobin weigh signs and passwords vote
The Roauin Cietholic tarert of the Knights of St. Jobi at Vonosto Ont discusses adopting a policy for signs and passwords. The move faced clergy opposition but a petition led to Archbishop Walsh review and possible church authority approval. Nickel Plate announces excursion tickets at one fare for the round trip, valid to the 6th.
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Stevenson Nominated for Vice President Amid Bloomington Joy
The news that A. B. Stevenson was nominated for vice president triggered swift celebration in Bloomington and across the county. Citizens urged large greetings for Stevenson as the Associated Press reported the development from the convention. Mrs. Stevenson expressed pleasant surprise at the honor and noted the community’s enthusiastic reaction.
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