Fire destroys North German Lloyd pier causing mass casualties
A deadly blaze at North German Lloyd docks in New York and Hoboken on a Friday night destroyed the Saale Bremen and Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse while injuring hundreds. Rescue efforts continued as divers worked the wrecks and ships were beached or burned. Authorities estimated property losses around millions, with crews and passengers among the dead or missing.
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President MeKin Ly Goes to Work in Canton
Canton Ohio July 2 President MeKin ly wae getir party the morning and after a breakfast was in his open attending to public business. The main over Sunday brought many communications from Washington intended to shore and a number of commissions were signed early for a turn about the city and allow notice of the country roads.
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Hill Looms Up In Platform Debate At Convention
Fragmentary political debate discusses anti trust and monetary policy. Speakers reference the Chicago platform and calls for consistency between a candidate and party creed amid criticisms of the current administration. The exchange centers on trusts inflation and reform strategy.
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Maine's Position on Chicago Platform Debated
Kansan City July 2 report says Maine supports the Chicago platform as a whole. Staples of Maine states no part in plans to back England move for 18 to 1 unless a clear change occurs. Maine likely follows New York on vice presidency if a suitable basis emerges.
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Bryan Wants Strong Platform at Democratic Gathering
Nevada delegates arrive amid talk of reaffirming the Chicago platform and a 16 to 1 free coinage stance. Francis G Newland advocated Towne for vice president and support for Bryan's full policy slate.
Bryan May Decline At Kansas Convention
A garbled report from Kansas on July 1 suggests Senator Bryan faces pressure from Democratic factions to decline the party’s nomination. The circulated statement claims if the resolution fails to pass a platform amendment he will refuse the nomination on the convention floor.
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Hill Returns. Refuses to Discuss Lincoln Conference
Former Governor Pavia returns from Lincoln Nebraska and goes to the Coates apartments. He declines to discuss his conference with Mr Ryan saying he may speak later. He quotes tiredness and hunger and does not care to talk further. Eliot Thurth and Representatives Fitzgerald and Rupert of New York were awaiting his arrival.
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Populists Arrive for Potential Nomination in Kunms City
Populist leaders arrive in Kunms City Missouri for a convention day as United States Senator Harris Aten and Heilfor arrive to back Towne for a national nomination. The scene signals strong support despite unclear party alignment and lingering questions about the ticket.
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Convention Looms Over Bryan Rivalry In 1900 Preview
Harris doubts the convention will patronize a favored candidate and suggests Indiana or New York may win the nomination. Senator Allen admits uncertainty and says time is needed to gauge convention mood. Observers expect Bryan’s stance to heavily influence the process as chaotic prospects begin to settle.
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Minnesota Delegates Arrive Ahead of Republican Convention
Kansas City July reports show Minnesota delegates arriving to back Towne for vice president. Mir Hosin, private secretary to Governor Lindard, chairs state central committee while Mr Girien, Minnesota national committee member, pushes Towne's nomination. Mayor McGuire of Syracuse passes through en route to Lincoln, backing Hill for vice president.
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Harrison supporters cheer as Cook County club sails to Kansas City
Chicago July 1 The Cook county democratic club leaves at 2 PM for Kansas City to hear speaker Burlington. About 250 club members join 50-band and many supporters from downstate. Harrison backers cheer the crowd as James Todd declares support for the candidate for attorney general Hillary Hilnobs and Hal Bown rally for Harrison while car placards tout Bryan and Harrison.
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Sheldon Chosen for Vice Presidency by United Christian Party
Davenport July 2 The executive committee of the United Christian party selected Charles M. Sheldon of Topeka Kan as candidate for vice president in place of John G Wooley who declined. Sheldon would be running with Rev 8 C Swallow of Harrisburg Pa The committee says Sheldon knew his name would be considered and will not decline the ticket.
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Reservoir Burst Wrecks Grand Rapids District
A waterworks reservoir burst in Grand Rapids Michigan on July 2 unleashing a deluge of more than 100 million gallons. The flood swept away barns damaged homes and wreckage filled streets. Train tracks were undermined and several residents were seriously injured with likely fatalities reported.
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Roosevelt on tour in Kansas speaks of loyalty to party
Governor Roosevelt travels by rail from Lawrence to Topeka, rallies supporters, thanks Twentieth Kansas, and urges Republican principles. He ignores chatter about resigning as New York governor, says his term ends January 1, and confirms interest in scheduling Fourth of July speeches.
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Market report from Chicago July 2
The market report notes wheat and related commodities moving in the northwest area with higher prices in the previous month. It highlights futures activity and early deliveries for June contracts, with August settlements showing limited price movement and a modest number of cars traded, amid cautious demand and shifting futures orders.
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Wheat and Livestock Markets Report From Chicago and Topeka
In Chicago and Topeka markets on July 2, livestock and grain price movements are noted. Cattle and hog futures show mixed shifts as receipts rise. wheat and corn futures slide and steady demand persists.
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