Cleveland Poised for 1902 Democratic Convention Chair
Chicago morning chatter centers on Grover Cleveland as the likely 1902 Democratic ticket with Campbell of Ohio as Permanent Chairman and Abbott delivering the nominating speech. Strong anti-Tammany currents from Illinois Indiana Pennsylvania Missouri shape the contest. Senator Palmer and Editor Morss rally for Cleveland.
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Missouri
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Cleveland Convention Drift Toward Cleveland for Nomination
The dispatch reports heavy support for Grover Cleveland on the convention floor as votes favor him on the first ballot or by acclamation. Tammany Hall operatives push Hill while West Virginia and Maryland factions show mixed loyalty, with Owens as temporary chairman signaling early contest.
Cleveland nomination outlook in New York chatter
In Minneapolis observers note wavering support for Cleveland and the party’s candidates. The crowd shouts Cleveland can’t win New York while opponents retort a Democratic loss is unlikely. Congressman Beltzhoover projects about 700 first ballot votes for Cleveland.
Boom fading as Cleveland gains steam in national race
Chicago dispatch reports Democratic presidential hopes shifting with fewer candidates. Indiana governor Gray exits after Hoosier delegation backs Cleveland on first ballot, Morrison and Palmer withdraw, Iowa hawks consider Boies, while South Carolina Farmers Alliance pledges 13 votes for Iowa’s governor. Gorman’s position remains unsettled as party factions maneuver toward a convention decision.
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Hill Men Despondent Over Cleveland renomination
In Chicago on June 20 reports say anti Cleveland moves to shift southern supporters failed. Southern leaders now concede Cleveland may win on the first ballot and credit Whitney for strategic success. Hill followers admit defeat and note lack of coordinated anti Cleveland order.
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Whitney
Attempts to Concentrate on Senator Gorman Fail
There were no official actions outside New York and efforts focused on Senator Gorman. Conferences were held as recently as this morning to advance that goal, but these efforts produced no result.
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Senator Gorman
Tammany Talks Back on Cleveland Nomination
In Chicago June 20 1884 Tammany Hall replies to inquiries from delegates voting for Grover Cleveland. The New York delegation states Cleveland's nomination could imperil the party and endanger New York electoral votes. Epwanp Muarur Jr chairs the BR committee with De Frerst as secretary.
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Hill's Withdrawal Urged to Unify Cleveland Nomination
Chicago dispatch reports that Democratic leaders in New York seek harmony by withdrawing Hill. They concede Cleveland's nomination and urge Hill to step aside so New York’s vote can support Cleveland by acclamation.
Anti-Snappers Get Seats At Convention Caucus
Chicago June 20 Special The anti-snappers would have seats in the convention hall were brought to the Grand Pacific just as they had caucused by Senator Brice. A vote on contesting regular delegates was postponed as the sub-committee said it was not ready to report and an adjournment was taken until tomorrow.
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Chicago
Brice
Vermont Goes For Geover Adoption of Unit Rule
Curcaco June 20 At a Vermont delegation caucus vigorous debate occurred over casting a single unit vote. The vote was 7 to 1 in favor of applying the unit rule, prohibiting individual deviation. The delegation will cast its entire vote for Cleveland.
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Cleveland
Cleveland Tops First Ballot With 616 Votes
The Sun table from Chicago shows Cleveland leading on the first ballot with 616 votes and 183 scattered votes. The report is dated June 2 and credited to a Special from New York.
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New York
Chicago
Harrity Holds Em A Resolution Backing Pattison Fails
State delegates meet to vote on supporting Pattison over Cleveland with 56 to 3. Hensel chosen to cast Pennsylvania’s 64 votes for Cleveland until instructed otherwise. Pattison urged as strongest candidate. Pattison’s name fails to win convention support as Harrity confirms Cleveland path.
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Wright
Minneapolis
Hensel
Grover Cleveland on First Ballot Nomination Debate
Delegate George W. Ochs predicts Grover Cleveland will secure the nomination on the first ballot. He notes disorganization attempts fail and Cleveland support is strong among New York leaders and Democratic voters nationwide.
Cleveland and Gray Emerges As Logical Ticket Pair
The Chicago based report notes Gray is out of first place on the Democratic ticket and may become the strongest vice presidential candidate. Talks of a deal between Whitney and Voorhees are denied by both men. Indiana's delegation eyes Bynum for vice president due to labor ties, while Cleveland and Gray remain favored in Indiana. The Iowa bloc leans toward Boies for either first or second spot, arguing his appeal to the Northwest.
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Flower Not sanguine on Hill nomination plan
In Chicago June 20 Governor Flower refuses to discuss the 1892 Democratic convention. He confirms New York will cast its 72 votes for Hill on the first ballot and says New York’s support is for Hill alone regardless of other states. William C. Dewitt of Brooklyn will place Hill’s name in nomination.
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California Delegation Adopts Unit Rule For Cleveland
California will vote as a unit at the national convention under the unit rule declared at a caucus. A. B. Butler, permanent chairman, said the delegation will back Cleveland on the first ballot. If Cleveland fails, California would shift support to Whitney, Morrison, or Hill’s group.
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A. B. Butler
Cleveland
William CG. Whitney
New York
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Gormen
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Morrison
Indiana Governor Gray Reassures Support for Convention Vote
Indianapolis report says Governor Gray, informed the Indiana delegation would not drop his name for the convention, stated he was not surprised and would be voted for any reasonable slate. He expressed confidence in continued backing amid the delegation’s decision.
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Grover and Gray Nearing Nomination in Cleveland Caucus
In Chicago on June 20 an informal Cleveland caucus at ex-Secretary Whitney room set 556 delegates pledged to Cleveland with 36 more probable, totaling 592 on first ballot, seven votes short of nominating threshold. Invitations extended to additional nondelegates to join the Cleveland column as support grows.
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Voorhees and Whitney
New York
Indians
Whitney
Associated Press
Cleveland caucus narrows race amid party maneuvering
In a Richelieu room meeting Dick Croker and allies counted Cleveland delegates, excluding doubtfuls to reach 556 total and 558 names. Whitney said Cleveland was seven votes from two thirds as Indiana and Gorman intrigue stirred, with Hill Tammany and Bayard pressing for concessions before the convention.
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