Harrison Wins Hast Test as Convention Frays Over Alabama
At the Republican National Convention in an anxious session, Harrison supporters claim a 30 vote majority over rivals after a tight credentials contest. The administration blocks an adjournment as the committee on resolutions moves to the platform with Governor Foraker reading it aloud.
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Titusville
Committee On Credentials
Committee On Resolutions
Governor Foraker
G. A.R
Mase
New York
Committee
Roberts
Mlinois
New Jersey
J. D. Lawson
W. E. Lee
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Town
Missouri
Wisconsin
Harrison
Blaine
Committee On
Market Hall
Chauncey Depew
Hiscock
C. L. Magee
Keystone
Unsteady Start at Democratic Convention Session
The morning session opened late as about a third of delegates filled seats and the opening prayer by Rev. William B. Lush was delayed. After calls for order, discussions on credentials and a recess until 8 o clock dominated proceedings amid uncertainty over Blaine’s nomination.
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Minneapolis
Committee On
McKinley
William B. Lush
University of South Dakota
General Sewell
New Jersey
Cullom
Illinois
Harrison
Night of Contests at Convention Features Thompson Birthday Honor
The Republican convention opens with little public excitement as delegates await credentials news and a possible ballot. Colonel Thompson is hailed for reaching a long political life, receiving a warm platform reception and delivering a patriotic, commemorative speech.
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Venice
United States
Norein
Brag and Bluster at Noon Session in Minneapolis
The first Republican National Convention session lasted under ten minutes with McKinley presiding and a recess vote approved. A Harrison caucus claimed 519 supporters, triggering counter remarks from Blaine allies and inquiries about delegation strength and officeholder influence.
Contested Blaine Faction Eyes Wanamaker Swap in Harrisons Cause
Reports from Misweap Pouts detail a Philadelphia clothing man Wanamaker possibly trading Cabinet status for Blaine support. The piece notes Pennsylvania delegates wary of Wanamaker and cites Magee’s role in rallying Harrison backers, with Rahs for Depew and Indiana's Dick Thompson proposed to nominate Harrison.
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Dick Quay
Indiana
Harrison
MiswEeap
John Wanamaker
Pennsylvania
Keystone State
Pittsburg
Stephen B. Elkins
Blaine
Wanamaker
Philadelphia
John
Dispatch
Harrison Deles Gate
Colonel Swords
Iowa
Treasury Department
Colorado
Depew
Thurston
Dorsey
Nebraska
Gates
CL. Magee
Graham
Philadela
Arrison
Dick Thompson
Blaine Still in Contention Amid HealthRemarks and Convention Tension
Boston june 9 ex secretary Blaine declares he feels perfectly well after the famous February letter, shaping expectations for tomorrow’s ballot. Reporters note his health stance, while Harrison allies seek to exclude Blaine from nomination and maneuver for a third man amid a quiet Minneapolis convention scene.
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Republican Party
Jaine
Boston
Minneapolis
Harrison
Washington
Dispatch
Mr. Blaine
Clarkson
Iowa and Michigan delegates weigh Allison or Alger in bid
A staff dispatch from Minneapolis reports Iowa delegates meeting with New York supporters to back Senator Allison or consider a Republican matchup. Michigan delegates meet to unite behind General Alger, with Colonel Duffield noting some may still vote for Alger if a path to nomination remains.
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Allison
Senate
Michigan
Duffield
Alger
Bancroft
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