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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1900
Page
2
At the Philadelphia convention McKinley was unanimously renominated for a second term and Theodore Roosevelt of New York was chosen as vice president in a dramatic display. The hall erupted in sustained demonstrations as speakers lauded McKinley’s leadership and Roosevelt’s wartime record, with roars, parades, and banners filling the arena.
On June 21 Philadelphia hosted the final convention day with ideal weather as McKinley and Roosevelt gain clear support for 1990. Delegates erupted in cheers when Foraker placed McKinley in nomination amid a strong Southern rally and quick applause for Ohio.
Senator Foraker argued the duty before him was superfluous since the presidential candidate had already been nominated by Colorado, Massachusetts, and Indiana leaders. He praised the candidate's record, noting both peace and war achievements and urging that prosperity followed his stewardship.
The convention audience erupts as McKinley is nominated with roaring applause. Roosevelt is recognized and speaks, praising McKinley and waving to his wife in the gallery. Senator Thurston of Nebraska, followed by George Knight of California and Gov. Mount of Indiana, second the nomination and extol McKinley as a peerless leader.
Amid confusion delegates crowded to shake hands and congratulate him. He announced he would accept the nomination. The convention adjourned at 2 14.
New York June 21 Gov Roosevelt arrives in Jersey City and stays at Union League Club for the night then plans rest in Oyster Bay. He declines to discuss his nomination. Lieut Gov Woodruff says he is not a candidate for senator or governor, noting he has held one high office and is not seeking another. Rumor suggests Roosevelt might resign to allow Woodruff succession, but Roosevelt has given no thought to that idea.
Philadelphia June 21 Chairman Hanna announced five members of the new national committee executive group Henry C Payne Wisconsin Joseph H Manley Maine N B Scott West Virginia Harry D New Indiana George L Shoup Idaho The panel will inform President McKinley of his nomination and meet in Canton Ohio on July 12 to perform their duties.
Visitors and delegations hurry out of Philadelphia after the Republican national convention adjourns. Within an hour all city railroad stations are crowded and waiting rooms stay congested into the night. National Chairman Hanna remains with Clement A. Griscom until Saturday. Chicago’s Cook County Marching Club stays through Saturday.
Governor Stone announced a committee of newspaper men led by G M Hitch cock of the Omaha World Herald to assign seats and space for Metropolitan papers at the Kansas City National Democratic convention on July 4. The 600 seat arena section will include tables for reporters and badges issued by the committee.
Philadelphia June 21 The North American will publish tomorrow the canvass of editors from major U S papers on Bryan’s likely running mate after Roosevelt’s selection. Suggested candidates include Hill Hearst Wheeler and Dewey with Aguinaldo noted by one California editor. No clear majority emerges though Hill and Hearst lead in the poll.
In Lincoln Nebraska on June 21 the Nebraska delegation led by Mr Oldham stated they will not concede to California the honor of nominating Mr Bryan. Oldham would yield to only David B Hill if asked. He favors Hill as a symbol of party reunion but would accept seconding Bryan. If Alabama leads the roll Nebraska will have floor rights and Oldham will step forward. New York may claim the honor if it asks.
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