Roosevelt Favored for Vice Presidency by Pennsylvania Leaders
Pennsylvania leaders push Roosevelt as vice presidential candidate amid New York pressure and Platt influence. Delegations from Alabama to Connecticut rally to Roosevelt while California lingers, and hint that Roosevelt may secure the nomination by acclamation.
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Masterly Declaration of Principles Prepared by Charles Emory Smith
The draft platform for the Republican convention in Philadelphia outlines adherence to the gold standard, a protective tariff, and President McKinley’s policies. It commends the Philippines war conduct, the Hague conference stance, and open door policy in China, with John Hanna pushing for a strict gold standard plank.
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Rebels Win Battle Near Panama as Government Forces Fall
The royal mail steamer Don from Colon reports that a battle Friday ten miles outside Panama resulted in a insurgent victory with about 206 government troops killed. The report suggests Panama may already be in rebel hands.
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Auditorium Fire Destroys Convention Hall Building
A large auditorium used for the Convention Hall, home to the Commercial Exchange and Chase Apartment Co, was destroyed by fire. The blaze caused about 500,000 in insured loss with no clear origin. The event began during a vaudeville show noted as mysterious in origin.
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Roosevelt Favored as Roosevelt Stampede Dominates Philadelphia Delegation
The Pennsylvania delegation backed Theodore Roosevelt for vice president amid a broader Quay Platt plan to stampede the convention in his favor. Senator Platt, Colonel Quay, and allies push Roosevelt while others like Dolliver and Allison vie for support and potential nominations.
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Leaders Exchanging Views on Roosevelt Candidacy Dinner
Philadelphia June 17 A group of Republican leaders met at Clement Griscoms country place to discuss the national convention platform. Roosevelt’s vice presidential candidacy stirred strong feeling as members questioned the sudden bid and whether New Yorks acceptable candidate would be found. No decision reached. developments awaited.
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Committee Notifies Benator Wolcott as Temporary Chairman
Philadelphia June 17 the committee to notify Benator Wolcott of his selection as temporary chairman of the Republican National convention recharged that duty this afternoon Hon Powell Clayton minister to Mexico was chairman of the committee The notification and reply were informal.
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Grain Elevator Burned in Kansas City Fire
The Union grain elevator and its contents burned today in Kansasity. Loss estimated near 100000 dollars. Conditions under investigation. Fire crews responded quickly but could not save the structure. No injuries reported.
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End of African War Not Far Distant
London reports hint at nearing end of South African conflict as National Volunteers with hard service are dismissed. British forces may withdraw a full division from General Thurber to Durban for China. Rumors circulate of troops from India headed overseas as Lord Roberts omits telegraph updates.
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Weather and politics mix in morning news scan
The morning recap notes showers and warmer trends, plus a swirl of political and world updates. It mentions a Republican vice presidential derby, tensions from the Ching era, and the South African War nearing its end, alongside local notes on Speakeasy keepers, trolley disturbances, and exciting speedway events.
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Delegations Seek Long Support as Vice Presidential Talk Rises
Massachusetts leads efforts to contact Secretary Long by phone while delegations from Maine New Hampshire Vermont Connecticut Rhode Island aim for solid New England backing. West Virginia debates Dolliver or Elkin with Roosevelts name likely late. Michigan Nebraska and California factions weigh Fairbanks Pritchard and other picks as western unity discussed.
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Allied Republican Clubs Plan Grand Philadelphia Welcome
Philadelphia hosts elaborate convention events with Allied Republican clubs organizing river flotilla rides to Cramp's shipyard and Destinations along the Delaware. A torchlight parade, grand marshal General Louis Wagner, and receptions by visiting clubs from New York Pittsburg Baltimore and Washington mark a week of festivities after the parade.
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Rodriguez elected Havana mayor in decisive Nationalist victory
Senor Alejandro Rodriguez the Nationalist won the Havana mayoral race with 13 073 votes against 6594 for Senor Estrada Mora, as the National party swept eighteen council seats and key judicial posts. Reports from across the island said polling was peaceful with no disturbances.
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US Forces Strike Rebel Mountain Stronghold in Philippines
In Manila on June 17 reports say General Funston and General Grant led two engagements against five hundred rebels east of Blacnabata. Despite rough terrain the Americans captured the position, burned the stronghold, and inflicted heavy losses. Sixty Filipinos were killed, two hundred captured, and three hundred rifles with 24,000 rounds surrendered. Three Americans died.
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State of the Coal Trade and Daily Developments
The Ledger notes steady coal output with no change in conditions. Coal companies report longer production than last year and maintain a steady supply, while market demand remains strong and prices are stable.
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Y M C A Building Corner Stone Launched in Lancaster
The cornerstone of the new Young Men’s Christian Association building at North Queen and West Orange streets was laid this afternoon with Supreme Governor Walter C. Dougles of Philadelphia delivering the address. The four story structure, plus ground, will cost about 150,000.
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No Official News From the East on China Crisis
Washington and Manila dispatches report three days without official word on China's crisis. The United States weighs sending more ships and troops to Kempff near Taku while await word from Pekin and Chefoo. Concord and Fuena Ventura sail, French forces move toward Tien-Tsin, and reinforcements are prepared for Chinese waters.
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Three Men Killed in Philadelphia Fireworks Explosion
Explosion of gunpowder and dynamite used for making fireworks kills three men and injures fourteen in a Philadelphia dwelling at 621 Behell Street. The dead are Pentalion De Jenne Francisco Clongivila and Carmine Marina. The third floor housed cannon crackers and other fireworks. It is believed smoking in the explosives room sparked the blast. the house and neighboring structures suffered damage.
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Weather forecast for Washington June 17
Forecast for Monday and Tuesday shows showers and warmer moodow with a fresh north wind across eastern Pennsylvania.
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