Interview With Mr Croker Aims at Kansas Trip
Special to the State Journal reports from Kansas City on July 3 as Richard Croker of Tammany hints at a potential Kansas tour but dismisses certainty. The dialogue with a Journal reporter reveals Croker’s evasive stance on campaign trips and Bryan’s role, framed by a cautious, near-confrontational exchange.
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Kansas City
Journal
Richard Croker
Tammany
Jenie
Midland
Croker
Humeard Croker
Katinpyre
Duginnen
Crokir
Noble
Cruker
Bryan
Chewah
Daria
Democrats in New York Discuss Press and Elections
Reporters question whether western editors favor Democrats as Croker rebukes a colleague and hints at party unity. The piece notes Croker’s amusement, a journalist’s praise, and shifts to Kansas City coverage of hotel deals and funding for state headquarters amid Democratic convention logistics.
Opponents Rally for Fight Over Platform Change
Article reports organized opposition to the Chicago platform within a national party dispute. It notes Bryan supporters, New York figures, and other delegates seeking a modification and potential extra assurances. The aim is to complete remaining resolutions and secure a contortive majority.
Warner creates sensation at Kansas City meeting
At a July 3 gathering in Kansas City General A J Warner spoke as a volunteer, denying any plan to change the 16 to 1 silver to gold ratio. He arrived after an introduction by ex Governor St John who hailed him as the father of the free silver movement. the article notes no change in coinage policy.
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Rough House
Kansas City
United States Monetary Ledge
A.J. Warner
Otto
Suixer
New York
Warner
St John
Bryan demands 16 to 1 platform or he runs
Delegates report that William Jennings Bryan will not run if the forthcoming party platform lacks a firm 16 to 1 free coinage declaration. Judge Tibbits and Cato Sells reaffirmed the pledge, while harmony efforts seek to unite Democratic, Populist, and Silver factions at Kansas City. The New York contingent, led by Croker and Hill, weighs Danforth or Way Wyck for vice president, with Towne sidelined.
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Kaneag City
Nily
Tom McCue
Ubp
Kouymay
McCue
Ran
Drea Beilst
Mr. ScCue
Sack Love
Kansae
Katinas
Johtect
Léve
Kansas City
Bryan
Associated Press
Judge A. & Tib
Ditte
Lincoln
Hares
Mr. Bryan
Nebraska Statesman
Cato Sells
Tibbitts
Selly
Harmony
H-Sessidt
Kansas
Hill
Thar
Him
Towne
Vice
New York
Eliott Danforth
Croker
Judas Augustus
Wyck
Danforth
van Wiek
Nomination Hopefuls Dominant at Democratic Convention
Delegates push for a straight-out Democrat ticket with New York as the likely source of a strong candidate. Bryan is expected to be nominated for president at Kansas City, presenting as the Fourth of July candidate. The scene promises drama as thousands travel to Kansas City for the convention and demand for seats overwhelms the National Chairman’s office.
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Bryan
Kansas City
Kansas
Nebraska
Missouri
Aubrimkenati
New Yorker
New York
Hijott Danforth
Maguire
Syracuse
New York State
Hughes
New York State Committee
Lincoln
Danforth
Aim
Tyanforth
Washington
Mr. Maguire
Danfort
Associated Press
Towne
Ti Ik
Mingesolu
Vice Presidential Hopes Tangle as Indiana and New York Debates
Chicago mayor remarks rule him out but hint Illinois backing for a New York endorsed candidate. Indiana and New York delegations weigh Danforth and Towne as possible running mates while no formal agreement emerges. Sources show cautious optimism and shifting favors ahead of the convention.
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New York
Indiana
Kansas City
Harrison
Chicago
Olinde
Tom
Eiliot Danforth
Tim
Danforth
Mc Shively
Mr. Shively
Howeer
Tle
Hush Dougherty
Lance
Towne
Dougherty
Towns
Nat Fae
New York States Danforth Emerges In VP Talk
Report from Kansas City notes growing sentiment for Danforth as a vice presidential pick. Maguire and Hughes discuss Bryan links and New York support while Danforth signals reluctance yet remains a preferred strong candidate amid delegate shifts toward Danforth or Towne.
Thomas in Democratic chair race wins by slim margin
The national Democratic Committee chose Thomas of Colorado over Rose of Milwaukee as temporary chairman after a sharp contest. The vote was 24 to 22 with three quarters of the body voting. Missouri and Wisconsin supported Rose, while Colorado and Alabama backed Thomas. Kansas Republicans and Democrats flood Kansas City with Sunflower badges as a campaign note from Special to the State Journal.
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Colorado
Will B. Tempe
Kansas City
National Democratic Committee
Oklahoma
Jacobs
Jacobi
Comroittee
Indian Territory
Marcum
National Committee
Kenny
Delaware
Clancy
Wisconsin
Rose
Wilson
Clayton
Alabama
Thomas
State Journal
Katsne City
Kansas
Jones
Look to Japan to Settle the Chinese Business
Reports from London and Washington describe calls for Japan to secure the situation in China, with a mandate to complete actions left unfinished in 189? and ensure lasting security. Dispatches note Pekin massacres feared, legations threatened, and international forces strained at Tien Tsin amid conflicting Britain and American stances.
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Vandon
Tien Tint
Pekin
London
Cawnpool
Japan
Oregon
Washington
Navy Desarment
Key
Tokio
Port Arthur
Nagasaki
Britis
America
Taku Forts
Admiral Kempf
Europe
Taku
China
Paris
Shanghai
Tien Tsin
Lutal
Wilhelmehaven
Guy
Goodwan
Robert Hart
Navy Department
LI Hung Chang
Baron von Ketteler
Moukden
Ti le
New Chang
Hay
Goodnow
United States
Mc Wade
Canton
Prince Tawa
McWade
Escaped women perish from starvation due to lack of provisions
Due to a shortage of provisions the women who escaped the bullet are starving. reports say they face imminent death without aid. Strong entities include the group of women and the failing relief effort, highlighting urgent humanitarian concerns.
Telegram asks Bryan to reaffirm Chicago platform sliver stance
A telegram from Albert J. Bair of Pittsburg and Chas W. Knapp of St. Louis to W. J. Bryan in Lincoln Nebraska urges a plain declaration of the silver issue. They argue that reaffirming the Chicago platform is essential for unity and victory, noting the convention trusts friends to advise. Cincinnati Enquirer prints the message from Atlanta Constitution.
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Kansas City
Bryan
W. J. Bryan
Lincoln
Nob
Chicago
Albert J. Bair
Pittsburg
Chas
W. Knapp
St. Louie Republic
Clank Howist
Atlanta
Constitucon
Cincinnati
Deaths and Funerals and Weather Forecast
Babb died Sunday at Santa Pe hospital aged 48 after cancer. body shipped to Macon Missouri for burial. Albert Hansen, 19, Brack Hannon of Edmore Street, died last evening of asthma. funeral at 9 AM tomorrow. Mrs A J Griesen died this morning at 4:30 at 08 Mon Toe street from complications. husband J J Griesen died in Topeka 1884. two daughters survive. Funeral Thursday at 10 conducted by Rev P W Crandell. Weather: Chicago to Kan city forecast fair tonight and Wednesday with continued warm southerly winds. The waltzing learner should expect reverent adage.
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T. BR. Babb
Santa Pe Hospital
Macon
Albert D. Hansen
Brack Hannon
Eidlmore
A.J. Griesen
Sit Mon
Kggley
PW. Crandell
First Baptist Church
Griesem
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