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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1892
Page
1
The 1892 Republican National Convention second day featured Governor McKinley named Permanent Chairman with a widely applauded speech. Factional rivalries persisted over ballots and credentials as the platform neared completion based on the McKinley bill with free silver opponents silent on gains for their side.
The Minneapolis convention stalled as rules delayed nominations for President. McKinley, Ingalls, and Callum sparred over credentials and resolutions, while whispers of deliberate prolonging and money-for-visitors spread. Harrison supporters guard plans as Quay and Clarkson push for a Harrison nomination.
The Dispatch reports Blaine supporters assert 517 votes as certain for Blaine's renomination while rival Harrison advocates denounce delays. Leaders claim strong gains in New York and Pennsylvania, with talks of new voting and alternates ready to influence the convention.
Minneapolis dispatch reports Blaine loyalists concede campaign length favors Blaine after his cabinet resignation. Michael DeYoung recalls 1884 tactics and notes Harrison’s growing strength, with Blaine at about 469 votes to 417 for Harrison and Alger’s remaining near 14, mostly shifting to Blaine.
Staff correspondent reports New York figures Chauncey Depew and Senator Hiscock touring state headquarters shouting for Harrison. They argue Blaine cannot win New York, citing telegrams from business leaders and Union League opposition. Delegates listen, but party crowds favor their candidate amid lively, varied oratory.
In Des Moines in June 1884 rival factions clash at the West Hotel during a political convention. Enthusiasts flood the rotunda with drums tin horns and shouting as Emmons Blaine observes from near the anti Harrison leadership.
In Minneapolis on June 8, betting on the convention outcome was scarce. A single $1,200 wager on Harrison emerged, with offers up to $750 to $1,000 but no odds. A message from ex-County Treasurer William Cornelius cites indications favoring Harrison on the rat ballot.
As June 8 scrutiny of the Credentials Committee unfolds, Blaine supporters accuse officeholders of using money and patronage to sway the convention. Mason now leads the Revenue Department push while talk of a compromise candidate grows and ex-Speaker Reed is eyed by Massachusetts delegates.
A Minneapolis staff report discusses Blaine and General Lew Wallace as a joked yet popular potential ticket. Indiana support for Wallace could help carry Hoosier votes if Harrison loses, with Wallace praised for Ben Hur and Bible influence. A telegram urged him to consider the vice presidency.
The piece describes Blaine's waning enthusiasm and Harrison’s growing backing as officeholders flood in with cash. Internal strategy shows Harrison moving to Minneapolis while Blaine supporters push dark horse talk with Allison Lincoln Reed among possible rivals.
Minneapolis dispatch describes the resolutions committee nearing completion. The tariff plank endorses the McKinley bill with protection for home industries and raw materials and reciprocity. The silver plank follows Sherman ideas and free coinage faced a fight. The Nicaragua Canal is favored under Government control and may appear in the platform. Estee and Warner Miller push for non partisan Canal endorsement.
Minnesota's delegation refused to endorse Governor Pillsbury's six year term proposal and no President may seek reelection. Stanford Newel of St. Paul shifted from Blaine to Harrison support and urged a dark horse, causing a tumultuous meeting with no action taken.
In a Missouri delegation session, R C Kerins won the National Committeeman post by a 16 10 13 vote, overthrowing Chauncey I Filley the veteran boss. The debate grew heated as Major Warner and District Attorney Reynolds clashed, ending in Reynolds being knocked down before reconciliation. Harrison support edges, with 21 or 22 of 34 delegates expected for him.
A Washington dispatch notes Democrats cheer as Republicans push the force bill issue at Minneapolis. Fassett and Reed threaten a strong endorsement of free bill policy, signaling extremists in the party. Some lawmakers say a force bill revival could rally the South and secure Democratic unity for self defense against third parties.
Minneapolis dispatch notes a Harrison fringe shaping the morning scene with Blaine attacks. Massachusetts delegates drift toward Harrison as California alternates organize to back Harrison. a test vote shows 19 Harrison and 11 Blaine delegates. Speeches echo from hotel balconies as late night dynamics unfold.
Ex Secretary of State James G Blaine gives a guarded interview to a Dispatch reporter. He declines to discuss his resignation and hints it may have been a forced exit. The exchange signals ongoing tensions in the presidential nomination context.
James G Brann writes to The World denying he or associates offered to buy letters from Marie Nevins Blaine. He states he is unaware of the subject beyond newspaper reports and asks The World to publish the denial.
At 2 o clock this morning the Committee on Contested Seats ruled in favor of the Blaine delegates in Indiana by 25 to 23 seating Kellogg and his colleagues. Harrison’s managers remain confident as Gowdy of Indiana claimed votes were in hand with no ballot expected before Saturday.
In Minneapolis on June 8 a dispatch of party figures shows Harrison ahead of Blaine. The chairmen of both delegations report Harrison at 451 votes to Blaine’s 437, signaling Harrison’s slight edge and favorable sentiment among informed members.
Minnehapolis special reports Senator Felton of California visited Harrison supporters at 4 pm. He promised comfort and urged unity, saying Harrison leads 12 to 6 and would solidify if the unit rule is used. Mr. De Young appeared later with Harrison aides.
Rain quenched Titusville fires after 72 hours as relief drives aid 800 destitute. Citizens and committees report 29 burials, 61 missing, and a relief fund near 7,000 with 65 percent for local use. Debris cleared by 200 workers while tramps surge, commerce resumes, and losses reach 2 million.
Jacob Bingenheimer mourns at Calvary Cemetery where his wife and eight children were buried among eight other Catholics. The scene at the funeral was described as deeply impressive with the community arriving to contribute to the effort of rebuilding after the refinery fires and destruction.
Felton declares California loyal to Nevada despite jeers, while Oregon wavering and Washington delegates resist. Hayes says Oregon won’t follow insane calls and Pacific coast leaders pledge independence. Harrison managers claim California 12 votes, Oregon 5, Washington 6. De Young denies California backing Blaine.
In Common Pleas Court No 3 Philadelphia Mrs Annie Reading Gazzam obtained a decree of divorce from ex State Senator Joseph M Gazzam. The couple whose social prominence spans New York Philadelphia and Pittsburgh separated after years of incompatibility with the settlement described as amicable and kept largely private.
Banway New Jersey June morning reports the death of Mary Anderson a 23 year old domestic found with throat cut in a swamp between Woodbridge and Perth Amboy. The weapon was likely a pocket knife with no clues at the scene and motive remains unclear.
The scene centers on a Catholic Cemetery bridge crossing where hearses carried caskets across a railroad bride to the grave. The Bingenheimer family, Mamie Quinn, Mrs Canty, Mary Hoehm and four children, and others are mourned as 29 funerals proceed amid a community stunned by a deadly calamity. Funds pour in from Lucius Beebe & Sons and others as schools convert to sewing rooms and volunteers rush to clear debris.
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