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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1900
Page
6
The article outlines the Republican convention's unanimous renomination of McKinley for a second term and Roosevelt as his running mate. It highlights party unity, aggressive campaign aims, and the impact of public records and national issues on the 1900 race.
The report notes Roosevelt secured the Vice Presidential nomination despite administration hesitance, with strong backing from New Jersey and Pennsylvania factions. The text likens the moment to a decisive triumph over Hanna as the convention pushed through the choice amid conflicting interests.
Our athletes depart for Paris with a prior stop in London to compete in the English championships. The team aims to prove their strength against Oxford Cambridge Yale and Harvard rivals while facing athletes from Dublin and Edinburgh. Pennsylvania hopes to add honor to the Red and Blue through strong performances abroad.
The delegates’ reply to McKinley is complete and the nation now faces the outcome. The text notes the decision rests with the country to determine its next move.
A Chicago educator returning from Russia praises its rigorous training, drawing a comparison to military schooling and noting the coed university may rethink tuition for women. The piece hints at public interest in gendered education and the professor’s future plans. Roosevelt is not linked to any political ticket.
The article argues that Russian policy remains steady and continuous in the East despite shifts in ministers and the death of Count Mura vier, whose influence as Minister of Foreign Affairs has been significant but may not alter overall strategy.
The article lauds the Philadelphia hosted Republican national convention as a model of efficiency and calm. It notes unprecedented size and strong local preparation, with no delays or disturbances and smooth operation for delegates and visitors, reflecting well on the city.
The President issues amnesty for Filipinos the day he secures his nomination, presenting a move aimed at reconciliation and political forgiveness. The gesture signals a conciliatory tone at a pivotal campaign moment.
The article satirically notes Dr. Senn named chief of a nationwide surgical staff for a Kansas City gathering. It mocks armed demonstrations at political conventions, recalling Philadelphia incidents and predicting a broader scope with doctors ready to “operate” during speeches. It also touches on Roosevelt’s prominence in crowd sentiment.
The piece weighs amnesty for Filipinos as key to pacification, arguing success hinges on voluntary acceptance and noting war status in Luzon may be moot or paused by rain. It questions ongoing military progress, urges a decisive move toward self governing rescued peoples, and hints at McKinley benefiting from genuine peace before November.
The wedding of Miss Fannie Viola Fetlin to Theodore Franklin Blackburn was held last evening at Rose Hill near New Castle. Rev. Van FP Northrup officiated on the front lawn under electric lights and Japanese lanterns. The couple are the children of Eva S and Wainwright and Rose Hill is their country residence.
Special Telegram reports in New Castle Delaware that the high school commencement will be held at the Grand Opera House tomorrow evening. Spore 970. Leslie W. of Kirkwood, Del., Ming Mary ee.
A circa 1900 account describes Theodore Roosevelt’s nomination debate at the Republican convention. It portrays the splits among moneyed factions, McKinley adulation, and Roosevelt’s rise amid cheers from free delegates, with Mark Hanna guiding the approach and Depew delivering pointed humor. The piece notes the crowd’s mix of enthusiasm, fatigue, and relief as Roosevelt secures the nomination.
The piece contrasts a lyrical terrace scene with a city notice about the Academy of the Fine Arts raising Charles Toppan prizes to 500 and 200 dollars for 1901 02, plus notes on donors plans and student reception. It also lists social news of Miss Hanna Herrmann traveling westward and various Philadelphia residents preparing summer travels and gatherings.
The listing names Keith's Theatre and venues like Chestnut Hill Park Central Park Lincoln Park and Willow Grove with bands orchestras and a continuous vaudeville program by Damroseih's Orchestra Rosati's Band Liberati's Band Martine Band and the National Mano Orchestra scheduled at multiple park locations including World’s Fall and Woodside Park across the city.
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