Fourth Ballot Sees Harrison Lag Behind Sherman and Blaine
Chicago June 23 The convention hall broke into applause as Blaine’s name drew cheers on the fourth ballot with Harrison far behind. State tallies show Sherman, Alger, Gresham and Harrison exchanging votes across Alabama to Wyoming amid lively scenes. A fifth ballot was ordered as leaders whispered of deals and Indiana, New Jersey and Michigan tensions rose.
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Train Wrecks Erie's Express Engineer Killed Near Hornellsville
The St Louis and Chicago limited on the New York, Lake Erie & Western line wrecked a few miles west of Hornellsville on Saturday morning. The engineer was killed. An early report states the wreck occurred as the train traveled toward Hornellsville, with crews working to clear the line.
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Railway telegraphers hold amends and reelect chief
Saturday session of the order of railway telegraphers adopted permanent constitutional amendments and began officer elections for the next year. A. D. Thurston of Laporte was unanimously reelected grand chief telegrapher. A. Johnson of Louisville was chosen assistant grand telegrapher, S. C. Fox of LaPorte City grand secretary, and F. M. Moore of Pueblo grand senior telegrapher. The convention adjourned to finish the ballot this afternoon.
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Attempt at Self Destruction by Local Worker
Al McPherson, an employee of Woodburn Sarven Wheel Works, cut his arm severely with a razor Friday in a momentary aberration of mind in an apparent attempt at self destruction. His sister had just bought a new suit and, when she refused to give it to him, he acted impulsively. He lives at the corner of Garden and Eddysis.
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Hoosier Baseball Notes Move Ahead Amid Fresh Arrivals
The Hoosier team will have remaining players arrive Sunday morning with home games scheduled from Monday through July 25. Klusman debuts as Boston's new third baseman from the New England league. Crippled players may be fit for Monday. Indianapolis lost to Detroit 8 to 7. Moffatt pitched well. Friday league games saw Chicago beat Pittsburg 12 6. New York beat Boston 2 1. Washington and Philadelphia off. Cincinnati beat Louisville 10 8. Baltimore fell to Cleveland 6 5. Athletics defeated Brooklyn 5 4. The Detroit Tribune praises the Hoosiers while others note their rise amid praise for infield, catching, and outfield strength.
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Indiana Hope Fades as Harrison Fails to Secured Favor
Amid crowded bulletin boards in Indiana on Saturday a rumor spread that Harrison sought a second place compromise. Gen. Harrison denied plans while observers tracked ballots showing 217 then 218 votes, sparking renewed doubt as Gresham remained unwithdrawn. Also noted: Welsbach Co. filed to manufacture an incandescent gas burner with $400,000 capital. directors include Frenzel Mansur Jameson Murphy Caver Pratt.
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Who Will Win at Chicago A Hum of Nerves and Blame
A Chicago dispatch on June 23 threads through tense convention talk as Harrison, Sherman, McKinley, Blaine, and Gresham factions jockey for advantage. Ohio looms large while Blaine crowds fill streets, and leaders weigh possible dark horses as excitement peaks and Nomination timing remains uncertain.
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Town Tops Jacob Reed and Fritz Gysen Fined
Town tops Jacob Reed and Fritz Gysen fined $3 and $6 with costs by Justice Alford on Saturday for wife beating. The people's congress meets Sunday at 2:30 PM at 115 E Washington St to debate free trade versus protection, with all invited. Probate court notes claimants for Hans Peterson estate of $400, inmates in Denmark. Roney's fish pond warns no fishing on Pennsylvania St near Washington. Central Democratic Club, colored citizens, reorganizes for campaign next Tuesday at 514 Washington St. Alfred Harrison president. Camp meeting tent buyers to Acton Saturday. train 11:53 AM Big Four. Dr Keen and M W Wheeler available. Wells recovering at Clermont after scaffold fall. multi injuries described. Lawn chairs offered at Wm L Elder's.
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Harrison's Chance Looms as Ballots Count Down
It is evident the first two ballots will lead either to Harrison's nomination or adjournment. The outcome will be interpreted as sealing Harrison's fate. The bulletin notes a pivotal moment in the process.
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Makes a Wild Rush for the Convention Wall
Crowds surge toward the Republican National Convention hall on Saturday morning as spectators seek admission to expected dramatic scenes. Murat Halsted comments that the outlook is uncertain with Obie likely to name a candidate, possibly Sherman or Blaine, while Harrison holds out. rumors swirl that Gresham may withdraw at the opening of the convention.
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Ohio Michigan and Pennsylvania unite in political maneuver
Fragmentary OCR passage notes collaboration among Ohio Michigan and a sizable Pennsylvania delegation. It hints at coordinated effort or strategy but lacks clear actions, dates, or outcomes. The incomplete text suggests inter-state political maneuvering or lobbying within a broader congressional or party context.
Allison's Room Chilled by Chauncey DL Depew
In a crowded convention scene on a Saturday morning the Harrison strength on the first ballot stood at 282 outside the New York delegation, a distant figure amid adjournment votes. Depew attacks Allison in retaliation for a granger incident while Sherman supporters stay busy. California snubs Ingersoll over Gresham endorsement.
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Depew Sees Blaine Nominated by Acclamation
Chicago June 23 a circulating story after the adjournment Saturday quoted Depew as saying Blaine would be nominated by acclamation at the convention’s afternoon session.
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Telegram Excites Friends of Rev Gantz in Hollister
A telegram from Hollister California raises questions about Minister Rev E J Gantz's marital status. Indianapolis friends fear a possible hoax or malice while Gantz was traveling in Illinois and Iowa. No local confirmation has arrived and investigators await details. Minnie Murphy death postmortem shows congested stomach with unknown drug, pending findings.
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Mule Kicks Employee. Brain Injury Follows
John O Donnel, an employee of the street car company, was kicked in the head by a mule on Wednesday yet kept working. He failed to leave home on Thursday and developed a concussion of the brain. By Saturday his condition was very precarious.
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City Grain Market Report Shows Mixed Wheat and Corn Prices
Across the market, wheat and corn show unsettled sentiment with limited local demand and sparse offerings. No. 2 red wheat sold at 85 cents. July at 82 1/2. Corn bids steady to firm with ear corn lifeless. No. 2 white at 37 1/2 to 41 4/5 cents, No. 2 mixed around 34 1/2 cents. Oats hold 34 1/2 to 36 1/2 cents. rye about 60 cents. Receipts noted and hog, cattle, and other items listed in city and national exchanges.
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Funeral Bets and Ballot Grief in Gilded Era Politics
The piece chronicles life in a political press milieu with Saturday forecasts on the 1880s presidential race. It highlights adjourning conventions, funeral metaphors for candidates, and speculative talk on Sherman Depew alliances, Blaine, Harrison, and Gresham dynamics. It notes New York and national bargaining, with warnings the final outcome remains uncertain and ceremonial mourning pervades.
Harrison's Friday night bulletin fuels crowd at race polls
Large crowds in Harrison and Gresham districts gather around bulletin boards at 7 PM Friday in a tense scene over potential Harrison nomination. Posts claim James Wisconsin support and Depew withdrawal cheer, but optimism fades as votes remain uncertain and a motion to adjourn ends the gathering. Crescent Orange Co sues John Schaffner over alleged hidden assets.
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Death of 17 year old Johnnie Coons in woodshed
In Scorrspure Indiana on June 23 a 17 year old lad named Johnnie Coons living with his step mother in Jennings township was found dead in the woodhouse with a shotgun beside him. The incident is considered a possible suicide with no cause given.
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