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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1900
Page
6
Fragmentary OCR shows pricing and subscription notes for the Daily Times and Sunday Times at Philadelphia, including per-copy and per-year rates and mail options. The text lists six cent or more prices and weekly/annual purchase terms.
R Hanna commends Philadelphia for a well run Republican convention with a grand hall and smooth crowd handling. The piece notes the city’s capacity, hotel accommodations, and suggests the hall could become a permanent convention site. It contrasts Roosevelt forecasts with New Jersey links and hints at economic benefits from a shifted financial center. Ignatius Donnelly joked about troglodytes for humor.
Analysis notes that authorities in China may pursue independent aid due to perceived inaction by the native government. Observers suggest self-help measures could shape regional responses and governance dynamics amid ongoing challenges.
The piece argues a military ticket with McKinley is fitting amid ongoing overseas conflicts in Cuba the Philippines China and Turkey. It notes khaki politics as a British temptation and predicts serious opposition to a large standing army, amid rumors of a Roosevelt boom and administration maneuvers.
The Stock Exchange contemplates moving back to the Third and Dock Streets building once the Merchants' Exchange center in Philadelphia. Once on Third Street near Girard's Bank, it left due to a westward business shift and now faces the question if the revival will revive Third Street commerce.
The piece argues for a nearly unanimous McKinley Roosevelt nomination, citing Roosevelt’s courage and political appeal, Platt and Quay backing, Hanna’s restraint, and the practical political calculus in New York and national leadership. It notes fears and rival preferences but predicts a united ticket. China crisis looms as a separate theme, urging open markets and restraint.
The question of British fate in the Boer War dominates American newspaper pages as editors debate strategic outcomes and political implications for the United States.
Report describes a violent Monday night parade led by a local Republican organization led by James P. McNichol. Offensive banners and fireworks endangered riders and bystanders, with blame on organizers and petty supporters for fostering ruffianism and lawlessness.
The piece criticizes corrupt officials and warns that electing men like James P. McNichol invites lawlessness. It singles Roosevelt as a figure representing a unique, people‑sought office and questions future steps to reform the city.
A newspaper urges inviting Wu Ting-Fang to speak at Independence Square on July 4. It argues his discourse on the Declaration of Independence would illuminate liberty amid U S actions in China and suggests German Turners as a notable, politically engaged group to study.
Washington June 19 The President named General Lloyd-Wheaton colonel of the Twentieth Infantry and brigadier general of volunteers with major general status. Lieutenant Colonel Thomas H. Garry becomes major and assistant adjutant general in the regular establishment.
George Alfred Townsend observes the 1860 Republican convention in Chicago, noting crowds, speeches, and personalities. He details Wolcott and Hanna’s roles, Roosevelt’s presence, and tensions over McKinley’s ticket and New York politics amid the lively, restless hall atmosphere.
New York reports indicate shipments of at least $1,000,000 in gold to foreign shores. The article suggests the amount may rise as orders from banks and other settlements are discussed and arranged.
Washington June 19 The three secretaries Hay Root and Hitchett and Attorney Sears discussed the Republican convention and the President’s leagues devoted time to debating its issues.
In a note filed with the Common Court M Leber acts for a party seeking a remedy related to a 1d or note. The case involves iH F Bachman and bankers Sedbrok, with references to Agalin at Ove Man and scores of financial action.
A New York paper notes Philadelphia society interest with lists of residents and visitors. Herbert Kremer sails for England. the Keatings plan a Newport stay. many Philadelphia families voyage to Paris, Europe, or summer homes, with social events and marriages shaping seasonal activity.
The Review of the Republic edited by Edwin Atwell in New York acts as a Republican leaning monthly with signed articles on current topics. It includes a Roosevelt letter, a piece by New York Comptroller on Municipal Expenditures, a Nicaragua Canal article by John & Wise, and Elliott Danforth on The Republican Pioneer.
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