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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1900
Page
7
National Committee members and aides praise the Philadelphia gathering noting smooth arrangements hospitality and favorable weather. They discuss potential ticket combinations with Ex Senator Hill and Roosevelt as vice president contenders and report travel plans for staff to establish headquarters.
New York June 22 Governor Roosevelt will not resign his office despite rumors from a Woodruff partisan. B B Odell Jr chairman of the Republican State committee said Roosevelt will serve out his term as Cleveland did after a presidential nomination and there is no reason for resignation.
Mayor Ashbridge praised Philadelphia citizens for their hospitality in hosting the convention. He commended reception committees, police for crowd control, and contributors to the convention fund. He noted universal praise for Philadelphia’s warmth and arrangements surrounding the Republican national convention.
An old journal recounts a raucous Republican convention at the Whig Senator Hanna era. Horace A. Webster receives the gavel as Lodge keeps the old birch gavel No. 14 marked 861 and three inches thick, with blunt noise memories from the event.
About 1500 people filled the big white building at Thirty third and South streets for a Municipal Band concert. The hall stayed open all day with a largely female and child crowd. another concert is planned next week for the city’s school children.
After the National Republican Convention adjourned, Director W. P. Wilson of the Commercial Museum hosted a reception for the newly formed national committee. Senator Hanna and host Griscom of International Navigation joined a luncheon and a tour of global merchandise samples.
A meeting of the Republicans of the Thirty-second ward will be held at 8 o’clock tonight at Matterson Hall Broad Street above Diamond to endorse Henry F Walton for the nomination as Senator from the Fifth district All ward voters have been invited.
Fire started in Patrick Lipsitt yard near Germantown and Sedgely avenues. Eight flat cars and two brick office buildings burned with damages across trestles sheds and several residences. Heroic rescues included Helen Narr saved by Rhodda Maher. Fire disrupted rail traffic. origin uncertain. massive heat forced crews back.
Representative Richard Barthaldt of St. Louis districts urged the new national committee to win the German Republican vote in full strength amid pro Boer sentiment. He described Missouri’s odd position in backing Joe Florey against Ex Congressman Dockery, noting Florey’s popular rise from railroad work to leadership while Dockery is tied to the Democratic machine. He predicted an exciting campaign and suggested bringing Teddy Roosevelt to stump for Florey.
Berlin June 22 Andrew D White United States Ambassador here said to the AP correspondent that renominating President McKinley was expected by thinking men abroad and at home as a reward for eminent services during a difficult period. He added Roosevelt’s nomination follows party demand and should be accepted for his proven governor’s influence and potential service.
New York reports Governor Roosevelt's departure for Oyster Bay at 1 PM after a Union League Club rest. He met General Francia Greene and Chairman B. B. Odell, then called on Senator Pratt. He plans to stay in Oyster Bay until June before heading to Oklahoma for a trip.
New York June 22 bears raided Brooklyn Rapid Transit driving shares down seven points from the open to 56 1 2 on heavy volume near 75 000 shares. It closed slightly higher as shorts covered amid a bid to annul the Brooklyn Heights charter over alleged fare violations near Coney Island. Brokers led by J Overton Payne pushed the attack while bears claim his moves aid lower prices.
An eye and ear treatment advertised by Dr Wilson promises blindness prevention and cure without surgery. Free consultation from 10 to 3. Send for particulars or call at the provided address. Deaf mutes may receive a free trial.
Edward M. Logan and Charles P. Coates were arraigned in Centre Street Court on swindling merchants out of thousands of dollars. Seventy seven victims have been located as detectives linked the case to four Peekskill stores. Coates ran a Brooklyn store as Charles S. Milton and staged a champagne supper for guests including a fiancée before a sign claimed death in the family and a shipment of goods was sent to Philadelphia. The alleged haul exceeds fifty thousand dollars. The pair were held in bail of 5000 each for examination next Monday.
Frank Sever age 35 of 12 King Street was fined 50 dollars and costs and given thirty days in the Workhouse by Judge Kennedy. He eloped with Mrs Vidmar from Pittsburg weeks ago and left two large families unsettled. Mrs Vidmar fell ill in prison and was taken to City Hospital, where her condition worsened. she was discharged after the judge deemed the punishment severe enough.
The Union League will hold a special meeting Monday to ratify the nominations of McKinley and Roosevelt following its Lincoln era custom. Officers and others will address the gathering though speaker order has not yet been announced.
The Association of Railway Telegraphers of America elected officers in Detroit on June 22. President is W. Williams of Portsmouth, Va., Seaboard Air Line. Vice president and other posts were filled, with details noting a large turnout and selections following a June appeal meeting.
Philadelphia and Reading notes recall paths to Willow Grove Terminal at Twelfth and Market Streets with daily ticketing, reflecting transit details. The fragment hints at ongoing service and scheduling information for commuters.
Ten thousand Turners performed in drills at Goos Washington Park on the second day of their amusements. The wand drill attracted 1000 to 1500 participants with a lunch provided by local groups. A big 600 yard race at Wynnewood ground featured 17 societies, with the St. Louis Bund winning in 67 1 6 seconds. The day closed with mass gymnastic displays by hundreds of German gymnasiums.
Archbishop Ryan announced seven new priest assignments for graduates from St. Charles Borromeo Overbrook. Names include Rev. Michael J. Corley at Church of the Holy Spirit Sharon Hill and Rev. James J. Tynan at St. Canicus Mahanoy City among others with postings in Philadelphia Allentown Downingtown Norristown and other communities.
A southbound passenger train was held up near Osle La by four bandits. Two men entered the express car and demanded valuables from Express Messenger Charles B Fears, who surrendered them. The robbers secured only a small amount. The sheriff and a posse are in pursuit. Passengers were not molested.
The Bryn Mawr 1900 matriculants include Piret for the Middle and Southern States, Clara L Wade of Philadelphia, C Florence Lexow of Englewood New Jersey, Elizabeth Harris Brodie of Lem Selden Massachusetts, Giera Cary Case for New York New Jersey and Delaware, and EB Peck of Portland Oregon. The list assigns regional designations to each scholar and notes parental or residence details where given.
Victoria June 2 Premier Dunsmuire completes cabinet with W. G. Wells from Northeast Kootenay named Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works. J. D. Prentice of Lillooet is Provincial Secretary and Minister of Education. R. McBride of Dewdney becomes Minister of Mrsert Stone at ark.
Charles F. Kindred filed in Court of Common Pleas No 4 a writ of alternative mandamus against American Product Company seeking access to books as of May 3 1900 and the list of shareholders or an updated financial statement The suit notes Kindred owns 1000 shares since Oct 23 1899 and alleges the company failed to file required statements with county records or the Auditor General and has refused to provide information.
Grand jury charges William Lantell, Baltimore and Ohio tower man, with manslaughter over the Green Street tunnel fire that killed brakeman William Hinchman and engineer George Laub. Evidence shows Lantell was asleep at his post when the accident occurred.
Santa Fe and Southern Pacific officials discuss plans with Fresno vineyardist Thomas E. Hughes to relocate his Indians from Phoenix to Fresno at his expense and offer good wages for labor on the Gila reservation destitute Pima and Papago Indians.
Mrs. Caroline Smith aged 69 died at home after a fall from a street car at Diamond and Sixteenth streets. Dr. G W Mosier reported concussion of the brain as the cause. She died yesterday morning at 1612 Diamond Street.
Frank Carlton robbed the Boston and Philadelphia Steamship Company office last Friday night by breaking open a safe and was sentenced to four years in prison by Judge McCarthy in the Criminal Court.
Venus aspects the moon and favors courting and marriage for those courting maids. The astrologists warn a critical birthday period with health risks and caution against risky summer ventures. Raphael calls the day unpropitious with sickness and trouble for birthdays and potential annoyance from letters. A child born today may face ongoing struggles.
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