Bryan May Opens Campaign in Hoosier Capital
Lincoln Neb July 10 William Jennings Bryan plans to open his second presidential campaign mid August likely in Indianapolis. He will receive official nomination, while a nine member campaign committee is formed under Democratic National Committee guidance. Lincoln to serve as central hub with many visitors expected.
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Hoosier Capital
Lincoln
Neb
Wm. J. Bryan
Lincolin
Indianapolis
National campaign planned in Indiana for Tomlinson Hall
The Sun dispatch to managers reports Chairman Martin and Secretary Hawkins heard of a proposed national campaign in Indiana. Hawking says Tomdinson Hall would be secured and the event made a great state occasion with excursions, decorations, fireworks, and attractions.
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Hawkins
the Sun
Indiana
Hawking
Tomdinson Hall
Democrats to Seek Voters in Fusion Campaign
Lincoln Neb July 10 The Democratic national campaign of 1900 moves toward fusion with Silver Republicans and populists. A conference Monday approved a cross party campaign committee to push joint action on state and congressional tickets where feasible. Bryan plans no nationwide tour.
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Bryan
A Smack at Bryan by Gen Palmer
Gen John M Palmer, Democratic candidate for president in 1896, accuses Mr Bryan of push for Kansas City convention to appease silver states. He says Democrats will form a convention and field a ticket, warning against debauching the party and aligning with silver bullion interests.
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Ill
John M. Palmer
Springfield News
Bryan
Kansas City
Democratic Party
Geckler cites imperialism as key issue in 1900 politics
City clerk John F. Geckler, returning from Kansas City, reports Illinois fully carried by Stevenson’s nomination and argues imperialism dominates the Democratic platform. He says Hill’s ovations were not evidence of support, noting Republicans among Hill’s gallery applause and his 1896 record.
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Kansas City
Illinois
Stevenson
Geckler
Hill
Maryland
New York
Fusion Talks Aim to Forge Nebraska State Ticket
Peace between the populists, democrats and silver republicans set for Wednesday as leaders plan a fusion state ticket. Populists demand broad concessions and say they will grant the democrats only one slot. Bryan seeks a ticket strong enough to win moderates. Lincoln fair hosts Nebraskans with delegates from every county. Senator Allen dominates the populist side.
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Bryan
Lincoln
Tammany Rivalries Stir New York Politics
In New York on July 10 reports describe bitter clashes between Richard Croker and David B Hill. The dispute could spark a new anti Tammany faction and potential party split, with Controller Coler viewed as Hill's governor candidate and a point of contention for Croker.
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David B. Hi
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Tammany
Old County
Croker
Coler
Thieves Are Busy at the Exposition
Paris reports ongoing thefts at the exposition with bronze stolen from the United States pavilion and items missing from the Hungarian pavilion including a priceless vase. Vincennes machinery parts disappeared and foreign pavilions close to all but invited visitors amid rising thefts. The assault case against Tom Steffin for striking Wm. Schubert was postponed. Mrs. Schubert remains in serious condition.
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Haughville
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D. E. Mullen & Co A Remarkable Firm In Dublin
D. E. Mullen & Co of Dublin is described as a remarkable firm with proprietor D E Mullen driving a hack to Cambridge City. He treats the partnership as serious business, maintaining a ledger and balancing it, and devotes one tenth of his income to an imagined partner in heaven.
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Dublin
Ind
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Cambridge City
Plainfield Township Adds Double Circuit Telephone System
Prof. B. W. Kelly oversees installation as poles rise and wires are strung for a new double circuit line in Plainfield Township. The system serves over 100 subscribers with more expected.
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Prof
B. W. Kelly
Oil Well Sale Interrupted by Nearby Explosion
A farm oil well at W. Heritage near Alexandria was to be sold for 25000 dollars. Before payment, a nearby well was shot into a gusher causing a concussion that stopped Heritage’s flow, potentially altering the sale.
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Heritage
Alexandria
Dublin Man Denies Jail After Arrest On Assault Charge
Andrew Hooton writes from Dublin that he was not jailed after arrest for criminal assault and is now under bond. The case is expected to be dismissed, though police insist he will face prosecution.
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Josephine Wins Great Lakes Yacht Regatta In Lakes
In Muncie Indiana Burt Whiteleys yacht Josephine is declared the fastest on the great lakes and captured the lakes regatta on Saturday. Despite police crusades gambling dens and saloons remain open and busy on Sunday and every day.
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Ind
Josephine
Burt Whiteley
Great Lakes
Lakes
Indiana News Briefs Diverse Ledger of Local Misfortunes
A wide array of short items from Indiana towns reports theft, suicides, deaths, accidents, arrests, and civic notes. Among them are Goshen lawyer sign theft, suicides by alcohol and gunshot, urban improvements, farm earnings, traffic and fire department changes, obituaries, legal actions, and a July 4 accident cascade. Names include Elmore Mahaffey, Andrew F. Hobbs, John Crossley, George Carlisle, Albert Hopper, Susan Black, L. B. Mehl, and Oscar Welty. Places span Greenburg, Mis...
Arch Dye shoots Kern in board bill dispute
New Albany Ind July 10 Arch Dye shot Peter Kern 55 through the heart during a morning altercation over a board bill. Kern died instantly leaving a family. Dye was arrested and claims self defense.
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Ind
Arch Dye
Peter Kern
Kern
Dye
14 year old dies in Shelbyville from smoking heart trouble
Shelbyville Indiana July 10 14 year old Alonzo Perry collapsed and died from heart trouble attributed to excessive cigarette smoking authorities report the incident noting the danger to youths from tobacco in a shocking local case
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Ind
Alonzo Perry
Lincoln politics swallow Bryan amid state pressures
Lincoln dispatch notes Bryan grappling with domestic political pressures in Nebraska while a rival faction led by Hoe strives to maintain influence. The report highlights intrastate maneuvering and shifting alliances as Bryce faces mounting challenges at home.
Addison Bellard Hears First Case as Plainfield Justice
In Plainfield Ind on July 10 Addison Bellard a noted Quaker served as justice of the peace and heard his first case a dry civil suit that drew a large crowd. The late Squire El Johnson had held the only gavell in the area, court records indicate.
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Plainfield
Ind
Addison ‘Bellard
Squire el. Johnson
Brave Woman Battles Maddog in Passaic Ride Home
Mrs Charles Lenone of Passaic New Jersey faced a dangerous Maddog attack on a Monday display of calm nerve. She restrained the animal with one hand then drove a three horse conveyance three miles to her home despite being bitten. The afflicated dog was killed and Lenone’s courage helped her endure the long drive before assistance arrived.
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Charles Lenone
Passaic
N. J
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