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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1892
Page
5
Indiana factions converge as Voorhees and Gray allies shift to Cleveland. The Indianapolis Sentinel shifts support. delegation votes unite behind Grover Cleveland for president, with plans to deter any Gray bid and showcase Cleveland as the party’s choice.
Confusion and energy marked a Denver led caucus as silver men sought a united platform for the Maryland candidate Gorman. Delegates from Montana Nevada Utah Mexico Arizona Wyoming formed a coalition to tally 42 votes for Gorman on the first ballot, signaling broader support.
Chicago June 2 The anti Cleveland forces win a National Committee vote for W C Owens as Temporary Chairman. Cleveland supporters push to nominate an avowed Cleveland man at the main convention to show strength while Owens is allied with Kentucky figures and praised by Henry Watterson.
Maryland Senator Charles H. Gibson announces that Senator Gorman will not be presented for the nomination. He says Gorman lacked sufficient support and would not break the Cleveland bloc, noting regional votes for Cleveland and the risk of increased party disunity.
Nebraska’s delegation votes 12 for Cleveland 3 for Gorman and 1 for Pattison on the first ballot. Governor Boyd of Nebraska says the choice is about personal judgment and unity, expressing doubt over Cleveland’s ability to carry New York and urging a candidate acceptable to both factions.
The Missouri delegation met at 11 this morning and on the third ballot chose J. G. Prather as National Committeeman over Charles H. Jones and Eph Ewin. After a hard fight they voted to stand as a unit for Cleveland as long as his name remained before the convention. M. L. Clardy opposed the unit rule, while C. H. Jones supported it as the Chairman was ordered to cast Missouri’s entire vote for Cleveland from start to finish or until his name was withdrawn.
Cuicaco June 20 report says Whitney & Co plan to secure peace by forceful moves as the Cleveland canvass unfolds. The Whitney family influence stretches nationwide through Standard Oil links with Oliver Payne noted in Brice Thomas Danville rail and stock circles. Rumors of Pattison as a fallback if Cleveland falters swirl as Pennsylvania pledges strong backing for Cleveland as the banner state in delegates.
A detailed, opinionated portrait of Grover Cleveland as a political figure. It discusses his family ties, his perceived strengths and weaknesses in convention politics, key allies like Whitney and Pattison, and the influence of Tammany Hall. The piece notes Cleveland’s cautious approach, potential rivalries, and speculative paths to the presidency.
Gossip notes page seven while City News tallies sales of all wool dress goods. Debsiges line priced at 25 cents with other bargains daily. Jos Horse and Co located at 000-621 Penn Avenue invites shoppers to view the offers.
Chicago June 20 The National Committee splits 28 to 20 to nominate W C Owens of Kentucky as Temporary Chairman guiding the anti Cleveland forces. Cleveland allies vow to fight on the floor while New Mexico wins six delegates by a resolution boosting representation for Arizona and New Mexico, raising total votes to 603 for the nomination.
Governor Flower and allies met Tennessee delegates to press for Cleveland support. The dialogue covered whether Cleveland can command independent votes in New York, machine influence, and comparative 1884 1888 races. Delegates remained divided amid fears of a possible force bill and sought a strongest candidate.
Bayard in Delaware headquarters calls Cleveland the sole Democratic candidate as party unity forms around the former president. He predicts Hill will support the ticket and quash New York opposition. A separate delegation from the Nicaragua Canal advocates prepares to present to the Democratic National Convention.
The Randall Club of Pittsburg of about 20 members arrived via the Baltimore and Ohio this afternoon. The group marched along a long route to cheers from vast crowds lining the street.
An advertising list showcases special silk yardage including Black embroidered Grenadines 75c per yard Black India Silks at 50c Full 24 inch Plain Black India Silks at 75c Fancy colored Chamelion Silks 75c Colored Ground Printed Indias 65c Black Ground India Silks 50c per yard.
White Ground Indias offer exquisitely printed colored figures ideal for Seaside Dresses at attractive prices. Great June Bargain Sales promise sacrifices never seen before with many items at half prices. Large crowds crowd the store as bargains draw shoppers.
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