Populists At Abilene Convened In 11 Oclock Session
The Populist state convention in Abilene opened at 11 with Chairman Stuidenthal urging prayer and harmony. Delegates formed committees by district as Jago Denison was elected chairman and temporary officers named, then the convention adjourned until 3 o'clock.
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Abilene
Stuidenthal
Blayney
Druyer
Ur Chase
Crawford
Sherit
Minrehal
H. Semple
Dpeidenthal
Johnson
WA. Geniton
Jago Denison
Jean Madden
Emperia
A. R
Em- Doria
Putlman Athter
Handy
Meno
Wan
Dyernbe
Ayo A. Tarken
Coty
Zaller
EV. Wharton
Tembus
Porinasneht Organization
J. F. True
B Gorman
J. Kennedy
Cault
CC. Steber
J. M. Brown
L. WH. Gest
J. M. Turner
B Crosten
Miami
G. Tost
Wyandott
H. W. Young
Momsemery
M.A. Householder
Trupbiend
Cherake
PB. Mason
AL A. Newsman
DM. Watson
A.C. Geiger
Tew Evan
Sam Dames
Order of Wirsiness
A. Pearl
J.maxey
Franklin SM. Markham Gowley
H. Stotwin
D. Ballard
Convention Fractures Tilt Toward Electors in Abilene Session
Abilene convention debates split over electors and state ticket as Lewelling and Harris factions clash. Delegates dispute whether to back a unified ticket or split electoral support, with charges of misappropriation and beer transport allegations surfacing amid political maneuvering. The August 6 session in Abilene centers on nominee prospects between Lewelling and Harris for governor and related contests.
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Abilene
Ave
Tive
Mate
Breidenthal
Murray
Harrie Daniese
Harris
Coal O' Taylor
Lewelling
Crohn
Kallad
King
Leedy
Lewellling
Enouet
Eteet Am
Rumors swirl over Harris amid hotel affair allegations
The piece notes bitterness and denials surrounding Colonel Harrie Harris amid rumors of conduct with other women. Lewelling rejects any involvement, though some friends may back the unfounded reports. The repeated claims about a hotel clerk and alienated marriages are treated as old politics influencing votes.
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Harrie
Aed
Barris
Cuiscaten
Lewelling
Harris
Topexa Convention Hall A Corrugated Iron Warehouse Event
A chaotic interior at Topexa Convention Hall reveals a 120 by 80 foot space with corrugated iron walls and a paper ceiling to tame heat. Wooden benches form a semicircular seating area around a platform with political decor including a Bryan eagle and Lincoln and Washington pictures.
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Sheol
Abilene
Ave
Bryan
Lincoln
Harris Still Leads as Delegation Signals Support
Abilene report states five of Dougisa’s county delegation will vote for Harris, with Lewallinz claiming early leadership. Circulating rumors and defense campaigns shape a tense caucus as anti‑Lewelling factions seek a new deal.
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Harris
Dougisa
Him
Abilene
Ave
Ederrie
Dougine County
Ban
Lewallinz
Hiatt
Sierras Nerhapal
Uns
Calcusey
Lewelline Cartes Sre
Electors fight at Hutchinson convention rift
Democratic committee from Hutchinson arrived early to confront Populist delegates as talks swarm over electors. Key figures Martin Dillard Atwood and Johnson say they cannot block Hutchinson’s nomination while Populists resist endorsing their electors. A plan to have ten recommended electors may emerge, enabling the convention to choose its slate.
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Achillens
Hutchinwa
Rerniar
Martin
Dillard
Atwood
Johnson
Indore
Plost
Watton
Gelieaten
Democratic Committee
Hutchinson Convention
Breidenthal and Crohn Trade Accusations Before Crowded Kansas City Hotel
A heated scene in the Union Pecito hotel room drew a several hundred strong crowd as Chairman John W. Breidenthal of the Populist state committee clashed with Ford Heim brewery representative B. S. Crown over campaign conduct. Sparks flew as both men denied impropriety and criticized each other’s ties to past campaigns, while the audience erupted in applause.
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Abiené Hanaug O
John W. Breidenthal
Central Cottimnities
B.S. Crown
Ford Heim Bnewerg
Kansas City
Union Pecito Hotel
Breidenthal
Partisaen
W. A. Farris
Caridglaus
Crolin
Gnwort
Harris
Lewelling
Crohn
Frreidenthal
Maiice
Colonel Morris
Croke
Alwys
Hreidenthal
Meither
Camimnitio
Ford Helm
Benents
John
Kanan
Laerh
Thal
Harris forces pick chairman for state convention
Abilene Kansas August reports reveal factional maneuvering over the temporary chairmanship of the state convention. Harris supporters back Chris Holtman of Enterprise while Lewelling allies back Judge Dennison of the appellate court. First round favored Dennison as anti Harris sentiment surfaced. Details claim Ed Martindale pressed Harris to pledge support for removal of university faculty and staff, which Harris declined. Delegation behavior hints at broader internal conflicts within the Douglas County Populists and party factions.
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Aorris Forces
Chris Hofman
Denison Abiene
Aus
Harris
Chris Holtman
Enterprise
Lewelling
Judge Dennison
Stants
Denison
Douglas County
Abilene
Kan
Lewelile i
Exid
Ed Martindale
State University
Clark
Board of Regents
Lawrence
Haurds
University
Nortwich
Dinigise
Pourty
Harely
A Letter From Bryan Read At Hutchinson Convention
A letter from William J. Bryan was read at the Democratic convention in Hutchinson. Bryan explains he cannot attend on August 4 due to pressing campaign duties and refuses to pledge speaking engagements until the national committee outlines the campaign plan. He expresses appreciation for the invitation and notes no promises will be made yet.
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Hutchinson
Aurchinson
Prink Bacon
Central Carerilien
Lincoln
Neb
Messrs
Barkley and Oswell
Hutchinayat
Kay
Ely
Ntional Committee
W. J. Bryan
Democratic Party
Grover Cleveland
Jefferson Davis
St. Louis
Germany
England
Ingalte
Strong Fight In Hutchinson For Ten Democratic Electors
Democrats at Hutchinson press for ten electors amid a tense joint conference with Populists. Abilene and Kansas City reports say Democratic leaders vow not to sacrifice any electors, while uncertainty lingers over a straight Populist split and future campaign dates.
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Hutchinson
Kansee City
Mitchinson
Hens Tyday
Abione
Betes
Abilene
Sare
Faye Gond
Lewelling’s Name Not Presented For Governor
Abilene reports at 52 19 p m that ex Governor Lewelling’s name will not be presented for governor. No further details available.
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Abilene
Lewelling
Santa Fe Depot Burns at Nickerson
The Santa Fe depot building at Nickerson was totally destroyed by fire around noon yesterday. Sparks from an engine and a brisk wind caused rapid spread. Telegraph instruments and furniture were saved. The two story structure housed a depot on the lower floor and a telegraph office on the second. The building valued at 4000 was insured for 5000. The depot will be rebuilt at once and a baggage car with telegraph equipment was sent from the city to Nickerson as a temporary telegraph office.
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Nickerson
Santa Fe
Middle of the Road Banner Cheer At Texas Populist Convention
Galveston Texas Aug 5 1902 delegates gather for state Populist convention. Banner signals mixed alliance as 1000 delegates attend with about 6 percent African American, Asheby praises former St Louis plan, opening prayer by Rev F W Evans Bowie County asks for unity to oppose plutocrats.
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Galveston
Tex
Cornblast of
St Louis
Ashby
F. W. Evans
Bowie Conty
Ingalls Campaign Speech Pushes Republican Unity in 1896
Ex Senator Ingalls addressed five thousand in Lyons on August 5, declaring his enduring Republican faith while defending his shifting stances on issues. He praised the party for homesteads, Pacific railroads, and education, argued for a mixed monetary system and warned against Clevelandism, urging support for McKinley.
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Reed
Senate
Republican Party
Kuness
Appiduse
Atv
John Fremont
Daleways
Kansas
Hoptile
St Louis
United States
Wichita
Justice of the Peace
Grover Cleveland
Ingalls
Thunderstorm Strikes Three in Omaha Area
Severe morning thunder storm claims three lives in Omaha Nebraska. Mrs Zykora departing church after early mass was killed. Fred Moyer died on a wagon in the northern city area. Leroy Carter near Council Bluffs was sheltering under a pitchtore when lightning struck.
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Omaha
Neb
Zykora
Fred Moyer
Leroy Carter
Council Bluffs
Hobart to Attend Topeka Fall Festival Reunion
Garret A Hobart the Republican VP candidate is expected to visit Topeka for the Reunion and Festival week. Letters from W A Ogden of Ness City confirm Hobart’s likely presence, with plans to entertain and include speakers and notable guests like Wm McKinney and W J Bryan among others.
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Garret A. Hobart
Topeka
W. A. Ogden
Ness City
Kansas
Wm. MecKinney
W. J. Bryan
Nelson A. Ailes
Orr Hobart
Nebraska Populists hold state convention amid free silver debate
A Hastings report to the Republic notes 1100 delegates attended the Populist state convention in Omaha. Enthusiasm centered on free silver and Henry Morgan. Ante convention caucusing failed to yield a unified policy, half the delegates entering the conclave uncertain of the others’ stance. Democratic officials Smythe and Brown arrived with no definite agreement on policy.
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Omaha
Hastings
Nokkaye
C. J. Smythe
T. Brown
Democratic State Central Committee
Smythe
Black Eye for Morrill in yesterday's conventions
Arthur Capper, Troutman Republican club secretary, reports Morrill suffered a setback in yesterday's meetings. Ten counties elected delegates with eight reported. totals show Morrill at about 202 delegates to 112 for the opposition. Troutman claims similar delegate counts to Morrill.
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Troutman
Arthur Capper
Troutman Republican Club
Morrill
Marshall
Alfen
Bufler
Anti Morrill
Potter
Trouras
Rice
Big political demonstration planned with Thurston speaking
The Republican city campaign gears up for a major demonstration. Senator John O Thurston of Nebraska will speak after the parade. About 15 organized clubs report lines, with a parade marshal coordinating formations. A new firemen's club and a bicycle parade are notable features. The county committee weighs speaker stand sites as Topeka clubs prepare to outdo prior demonstrations.
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John O. Thurston
Nebraska
HM. Phil Hips
Hormemen
George S. Hagie
W Avested
Topeka
Peepee Steet
Drill Accident In City Shops Injures Miller
A young machinist named Miller was dragged toward a drill when a rotary tooth caught in his clothing. Co-workers stopped the machine and freed him, leaving Miller seriously injured but alive. He is reported to be a nephew of General Manager BT Lewis.
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Miller
BT Lewis
Gov Anthony Dying in Unconscious State Near Death
Ex Governor George F Anthony lies unconscious in Ottawa home after thirteen weeks bedridden. Deterioration worsened by heat and pneumonia as family gathers. Dr Sheldon notes no hope, Anthony’s condition critical and may expire within hours.
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George F. Anthony
Shelden
Eighth Street
Ays
Anthony
St. Lowia
Lawrence
Porteseatomle
Valley Falls
Ottawa
Topeka
Te Cary
Tr Sheldon
Althoush
Sheldor
Anthons
Abbey sues for divorce in New York courthouse
The wife of a theatrical manager files suit for separation alleging cruelty and estrangement. Abbey, a well known stage figure, is named in the Boston origin of the separation, with service on Henry Abbey.
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Aske
New York
Aus
Pasers
Ente
Henry 2
Abbey
Warm tropical winds bring hot, unsettled day
The forecast notes winds from the tropics at five miles per hour with increasing heat. Temperatures reach the mid nineties with hotter weather expected, and a chance of storms to the north. Thunderstorms are anticipated as hot winds affect the region.
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Logcivek
Taraacra
Jeyninien
Amd
Warrant Issues Over Eight Hour Labor Dispute In Kansas City Bank Case
A warrant targets J B Chick and W T Title of Karmen City, linked to Kansas City Bank Gravel company, over alleged violations of eight hour labor rules. Chick heads Karena City Bank and a firm with a $4,000 gravel contract. State probes claim workers are kept to ten hour days, while officials discuss trial as a potential test case.
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Salford
J. B. Chick
W. T
Karmen City
Kansas City Bank
Chick
Karena City Bank
Furnivhley
Kansas
Little
Topeka
Rindeagrenl
Emancipation Day barbecue draws large Tepeks crowd at Auburn
A large Tepek turnout attended an emancipation celebration and barbecue in Auburn yesterday. W L Jammon spoke at the event. The gathering, described as a free silver crowd, drew about 4,000 attendees with roast meat and free refreshments.
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Auburn
W. L Jammon
Cabbie
Thane
Air
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