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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1900
Page
7
A fragment notes an event in Philadelphia described as heart and felt in the Quaker City a week from tonight, leaving readers to infer a civic or cultural gathering with local significance.
Albany dispatch reports Governor Roosevelt reiterates his irrevocable decision against seeking the Vice Presidency with the Republican National Convention near. Observers cite Platt and Quay maneuvers and past party deals as context for his stance before heading to Rochester University, Oyster Bay, and Philadelphia engagements.
Senator Platt insists Governor Roosevelt will not accept a Vice Presidential nomination and that the Governor should be renominated as Governor. Reported factions within the Republican machine depict a stampede for Roosevelt as VP, while Roosevelt allies resist the idea. Ex-Mayor Strong cites Roosevelt’s wishes being respected and notes Westward support for Roosevelt as a VP candidate.
A Athens New York preacher quit coffee after emaciation and stomach trouble. Switching to Postum Food Coffee led to weight gain from 136 to 151 pounds and improved health. A young woman and others report relief from dyspepsia and nervousness after replacing coffee with Postum.
New York delegates convene in the city on Friday ahead of the Philadelphia gathering. Senators Lodge and Aldrich praise Secretary Long for vice presidential consideration. Regional leaders from Massachusetts Rhode Island and Missouri weigh nominees while party unity appears solid.
Washington on June 12 reports a stream of prominent callers before a Cabinet meeting. Senators Hanna Allison Fairbanks and Penrose discussed the vice presidential outlook, with talk centering on geographical balance and candidates like Long Roosevelt Bliss and others, while Bliss has declined and may not re-enter politics.
The Kings County Republican General Committee in Flatbush approved a resolution supporting Lieutenant-Governor Woodruff for the Vice Presidential nomination and urged New York delegates to back him at the convention. Leaders planned a Monday parade of political organizations to boost the Woodruff movement before the New York delegation caucus. Michael J. Cady heads to Washington to rally support and guard Woodruff’s political fences ahead of the convention.
Philadelphia June 12 The Times next issue will note Rear-Admiral Schley refused political office. In a May 15 letter from Rio Janeiro he states he knows nothing of politics and will not accept any nomination, preferring retirement and no public role. He asks that his clear refusal be known nationally.
Providence June 12 The General Assembly adjourned with separate ballots electing George Peabody Wetmore the Republican incumbent as United States Senator over Samuel R Honey of Newport the Democratic candidate The election will be completed tomorrow at noon When the House and Senate meet in grand committee to ballot for the candidates The House voted to submit to the people a constitutional amendment abolishing Newport as a state capital Resolutions praising Lieutenant Governor Kimball who was injured in Sun Gay s electric car accident at Warwick were adopted by both branches
Senator Chauncey M Depew travels to Philadelphia for the Republican nominating scene where Vice Presidency contenders are debated. He notes a unit party mood for the presidential choice and a lack of partisan fray over the VP pick. Addicks and Southern contests loom as district battles surface for delegates and patronage.
San Francisco June 12 Irving M Scott is mentioned as a potential Republican Vice Presidential candidate, stirring interest across California. Some state delegates favor Long if named, while others urge backing a Californian if a local candidate appears. Delegates head to Philadelphia to join the national convention.
Milwaukee June 12 Bryan sentiment pervaded the Democratic State Convention which elected four delegates at large and twenty district delegates to the National Convention in Kansas City. After three sessions the convention adjourned at 7 PM with spirited contests. Delegates at large named include Davis Rose Milwaukee, George B Hilton Oshkosh, a Ti Plumer Wausau, and Louis Bohm orika Kenosha. The party affirmed Chicago platform principles and support for William Jennings Bryan. The Democratic State Central Committee set August 22 for Milwaukee to nominate the State ticket.
National Committeemen and delegates arrive in Philadelphia for the party convention look ahead to debates over representation. Key figures include Gibbs of New York, Clayton of Arkansas, Yerkes of Kentucky, Hubbard of Minnesota, with Chairman Hanna due tomorrow. Rhode Island proposes a substitute plan to balance representation, replacing the Payne resolution that would grant four delegates at large plus a 10 000 vote equity basis.
The National Committee plans a day focused on contest hearings from various states with routine business expected. The convention hall will be handed to the committee tomorrow afternoon with full control likely by Saturday or Monday morning.
Reno dispatch reports the Nevada Republican delegation leaving for Philadelphia for the national convention. Delegates travel uninstructed on the Vice Presidency and are expected to back Irving M. Scott or any Pacific Coast candidate suggested by party leaders.
The Hartford flagship of Admiral Farragut arrives in port after about twenty years, now active as a training ship. Under Commander John S. Hawley the crew numbers over three hundred, with recruits from Mare Island and Vallejo, California. Nine gunners move to the monitor Amphitrite for further duty.
The Democratic State Committee will likely appoint Francis J. Molloy ex mayor of Troy to replace Elliot Danforth as executive chairman. Danforth plans to seek the gubernatorial nomination this fall and may retire from the post. Molloy rides broad support from ex senators Murphy and Hill and is aligned with Tammany figures.
Alexander T. Mason, leader of the Republican organization in the XXIXth Assembly District, calls another committee meeting at Tuxedo Hall to counter last week's seven member opposition ticket for August primaries. Mayor Strong says the district is tired of Mason's rule amid tensions over his Tammany ties and Ice Trust counsel role.
Freedman Brothers cloak makers of 565 and 567 Broadway have settled with creditors for 25 cents on the dollar, receiving 25 cents in cash and 10 cents in a note. The settlement covers about 900000 in liabilities, and cash has been distributed under trustee Joseph Fox. The business, formerly the Freed man Brothers, will continue as Freedman Brothers Company.
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