McKinley Roosevelt Nomination Sealed by Acclamation at Republican Convention
The Twelfth Republican National Convention nominated William McKinley of Ohio for president and Theodore Roosevelt of New York for vice president. The session drew about 20 900 spectators as Foraker and Roosevelt spoke to an eager crowd, with Lodge presiding and strong applause throughout.
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New York
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Alabama
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St. Louis
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McKinley Renominated Amid Enthusiastic Convention Fare
The convention unanimously renominated William McKinley for president amid electric cheers led by Chairman Hanna and a sea of plumes. Roosevelts nomination and Chauncey Depew’s platform appearance boosted the mood as delegates adjourned after three hours.
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Mark Hanna
Serge Suit Sale Drives Bargain Clothing Rush in Town
Local merchants voice unease as a major Serge Suit sale claims to beat wholesale prices. The retailer reports buying 1552 suits from a maker at discount, offering young men 14 to 18 single and double breasted coats at 7.50 to 10, with worsted and casimere sets around 10. Special lines include light-weight Cheviots and separate vests at reduced rates, claiming durable quality and custom-fit feel.
Wanamaker Store Ads Include Rings and Supplies
An antique small ad notes Wm. H. Wanamaker at Twelfth and Market Streets selling ring items by experts for 26 cents each with 1 percent corn care vows.
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Perry’s N. B. T. Suite and Overcoats Promoted
The text proclaims Perry’s ready made clothes as best and urges patrons to support Perry’s in promotion of their N. B. T. suite and overcoats with prices from Eighty to Thirty Dollars as polls open at Perry & Co located at 1530 Chestnut Street.
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