26 Jun 1900
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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1900
Page
1
At Springfield on June 25, Democrats gathered for the state convention with Hank W. Hurst receiving a warm ovation as temporary chairman. Samuel Alschuler's gubernatorial bid gained momentum while party leaders debated the path forward amid strong press coverage and calls for reform against trusts and protective tariffs.
June 26 Springfield reports a lively approach to the gubernatorial nomination with Rock Island county delegation arrival and a Bryan Hill themed show of support. Ladd resembles Bryan. Matt McEntry fans Hill as they enter with shouts of Hurrah for Bryan and Hill. Worthington and Orendorff backers parade, while Cook County backs Orland? and Alsher. Altgeld opens Bryan offices as factions maneuver before the vote.
A proposed state campaign slogan for 1900 hinges on consent from Chicago mayor and a Rock Island legislator. Both figures have resisted overtures to place their names on the state ticket, delaying the plan.
Chicago June 26 H K Duffield a Chicago Board of Trade broker was robbed of 455000 today on a Cottage Grove avenue cable car. The loot included lands, mining stock and deeds destined for the bank. Police believe the pickpockets are responsible and the incident highlights rising street crime.
Washington reports MacArthur says 9th Infantry will depart Mantle for China while foreign troops pressed to stay out. Kempe and Seymour clash over command and pace of relief efforts as 180 Russians and 11 Americans are killed or wounded. Chefoo notes limited messages from Peking. 450 foreign troops including 54 Americans guard legations. Continued on Sixth page.
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