Harrison’s Followers in the Field for Harrison in Minneapolis
Ex governor Gear of Iowa contends Clarkson cannot deliver Iowa for Blaine and that Hawkeye votes will go to the current president. L C Robinson of Cincinnati says Louis Fleisshman and a Ohio contingent will back Harrison. Erie men report Pennsylvania solid for Harrison’s second term while James F. Burke in Pittsburgh plans Blaine headquarters and pledges 80 000 college votes for Blaine.
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Gossip at Minneapolis Blaine Harrison Convention Recap
Reporter from Minneapolis attends the eighth Republican Convention, notes Blaine support in Minnesota, Washburns shifting stance, and the Blaine letter's impact. Discusses press halls, crowd dynamics, and possible nomination scenarios with mentions of Spooner Ramsay Woodford and other figures.
Ohioans to caucus for anti-Harrison delegates
Foraker urges 18 Ohio anti-Harrison delegates to meet in Minneapolis on June 4 to plot a united front against Harrison. He backs Blaine as leader, or any nominee who can defeat Harrison, while Ohio’s delegation risks a divided stance this presidential year.
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Blaine hoped for presidency as 600 uninstructed votes linger
Clarkson notes 29 instructed votes for Blaine and over 600 uninstructed at the Republican conventions. He says the North held back to keep Blaine as a possible candidate, with a revival of Blaine support in May. The question remains whether Harrison deserves a second term or Blaine a first.
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California Delegation Starts Train to Republican Convention
California's delegation began travel from San Francisco at 9 o clock this morning aboard a special seven car train led by W D Sanborn Burling ton route general agent. The 75 person party includes delegates and prominent state residents traveling via Southern Pacific Rio Grande Burlington and Chicago St Paul Minneapolis lines to reach Minneapolis by 9 am Sunday.
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Secretary Blaine Not At Home As Illness Rumor Circulates
A representative for the Associated Press called at Secretary Blaine’s residence to inquire about rumors of illness. A servant said Blaine was not at home, and he was not at the State Department or the White House today, suggesting the rumor arose from his absence.
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Leader of Wyoming Cattlemen Granted Leave of Absence
Omaha report says Major Wolcott, head of the Wyoming cattlemen who invaded the state, traveled East from Fort Russell near Cheyenne after seeking an audience with Senator Manderson. He aims to sway influential figures to place Wyoming cattlemen under martial law, and was seen in Omaha last Sunday before continuing East with Manderson and returning later.
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Blaine Boom Dominates Chicago GOP Gathering
Chicago hosts the Blaine advance guard led by Chairman Clarkson as Republican leaders map the first ballot. Blaine backers push for a Blaine nomination on the first ballot with a broad map of support from Maine to New York and the South Dakota and Nebraska delegations.
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Rutan Seeks Warrant Against Ex-Treasurer Boyer
Rutan secures a warrant amid allegations against ex State Treasurer Henry K. Boyer. Two informations accuse him of placing funds: $600,000 with Allegheny National Bank yielding $11,000 gain, and $100,000 plus $200,000 in other banks. Boyer may be arrested in Philadelphia tomorrow as detectives act.
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Prussias Wonderful Relic Crowning Miraculous Virgin Image
In Kevelaer Prussia a solemn ceremony marked the 250th anniversary of the chapel housing the Virgin Mary image. Clergy Knights of Malta and bishops processed to the chapel as the crown was consecrated by the Bishop of Münster and high mass held by the Archbishop of Cologne.
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Week of Burials After Mauritius Storm
Reports from Mauritius describe widespread destruction in Port Louis with 600 killed and buried over six days. Debris clogged streets as the governor organized relief, hospitals arose, and injured were carried from wreckage to treatment areas.
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Polly McDonald Cremated After Night Dress Fire
Polly McDonald a dancer with the Lester Williams Company at the Westminster Street Theater burned in her hotel room when a lit match ignited her night dress. The 25 year old died of burns after the night clerk stifled the flames. Her mother remains in the West. Her body to lie in a local tomb until claimed.
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Victim Dies After Inebriate Cure at Huntsinger Institute
George Bradshaw, son of a prominent Wichita resident, died in Wicuita Kansas after receiving treatments at the Huntsinger Institute’s so called cure for inebriates. He began with a shot on Saturday and after Sunday’s session suffered spasms. Despite doctors’ advice to continue the treatment, he received three more shots and died after a long night of wild raving and spasms.
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Cattlemen Threaten Renewed War in Wyoming
In Cheyenne on June 1 stockmen and citizens deny an expedition against rustlers into Johnston county but warn they will renew the war as soon as they are freed. Many strange men have entered Powder river country armed.
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Anarchist Editor Fights Duel With Hebrew Captain in Paris
A duel occurred in Paris on June 1 between M. Drumont editor of La Libre Parole and Captain Cremieux a Hebrew. The clash followed Drumont anti Semitic article and Drumont was wounded in the face.
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Blaine in Earnest Aims for Minnesota Convention Nomination
Washington dispatch reports the Blaine faction winning talks with Secretary Quay and anti Harrison leaders. Blaine vows to write no letters or telegrams and to stay in the race, with Maine leaders to nominate him. Langston and other delegates move toward Minneapolis as rival camps trade rumors and plan the nomination strategy.
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