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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1900
Page
6
The notice invites readers to advertise for assistance or sales in The State Journal for three days at no charge. It promises wide regional readership and abundant applications, claiming ads attract top candidates and strong trade, urging placement for business, sales, or relocation needs.
The piece reports on the suffrage and reform discussions amid the 16 to 1 silver issue. It notes Mrs Cart leading a briefing for a proposed constitution against disenfranchisement, and opinions from General A J Warner and Kansas City figures about keeping the 16 to 1 ratio out of the platform. The article critiques the push as impractical and warns it could aid opponents.
July 5 Kansas City report notes platform committee reordered priorities placing imperialism before other issues. The panel’s medal declaration elevates imperialism as the paramount question affecting the republic’s existence, with emphasis on its primacy over other vital topics.
Kansas City dispatch notes a strong tide toward Stevenson for vice president as delegates meet. Some say both president and VP could be named before adjournment, with Keller backed by New Yorkers and favorite sons voting. Towne’s candidacy gains are uncertain despite a 16 to 1 show of support.
J W Mills of Maryland appeals to fellow Democrats from the convention line to back William Jennings Bryan while denouncing party splits. He urges unity for the party’s chosen leader and cites counties and states with large Democratic majorities as justification for backing the party platform.
A fragmented report records Mayor Rose promising support as cheers erupt. It recalls 1866 state aid claims, 1900s bulk votes, and 1898 Democratic mayoral support, linking to a large city’s recent political mood and party strength.
A Wisconsin Democratic speech denounces internal party splits and urges backing the Chicago platform. It calls for unity, warns against abasing the party for foreign influence, and appeals to German American voters to support a pro liberty, anti-mobilization stance.
A speaker appeals to Democrats in Texas seeking their backing, praising a movement as a rebuttal to publican predictions. The room reacts with applause and cheers as support is urged.
Chicago platform committee met at one o clock and sent a complete draft for approval. Debates centered on imperialism naval Cuba the Philippines and Porto Rico with demands for free coinage and a firm stance against the gold standard. The plank order and wording were revised to emphasize imperialism and align with 1896 Democratic principles.
Kansas City reports a heated exchange between Dick Croker and Amos J. Cummings over how a flag should hang in a New York room. The disagreement centered on display method rather than platforms or candidates. They swore at each other for about five minutes before stopping.
Special to the Stars Journal reports Topeka resident Frank Thomas orchestrated a ticket exchange scheme to secure about 500 Kansas men admission to a convention. Using employe tickets diverted by George Locke and arrangements with George Johnson, Thomas swapped tickets for single guest passes and targeted key delegations, bypassing a crowded ballot and enlarging Topeka influence at the event.
In Lincoln on July Fourth, W. J. Bryan kept to a calm schedule receiving bulletins from Kansas City and telegraphing to political friends. He greeted neighbors on his porch, discussed conventions with reporters, and did not show much concern for the event in Kansas City.
After the first adjournment, Mr. Bryan stood for a group photo on the front lawn. The artist wanted him to hold a copy of the Declaration of Independence, but Bryan declined to pose with it and chose to hold one of the bulletins instead.
Lincoln Neb July 5—With Bryan’s nomination as presumptive, Lincoln observers show reduced interest as many loyal supporters remain in Kansas City. After adjournment Bryan conferred long by telegraph with Kansas City party leaders over resolutions, but he gave no hint of concessions or running mate. If he travels to Kansas City, he will depart late this evening depending on convention progress.
Kansas City observers say the platform dispute remains unsettled as resolutions committee action is not conclusive. Democrats cite states backing a silver plank and oppose imperialism, with leaders warning of decisive votes from key delegations and speculation of a minority report.
Kansas City Missouri July 5 full committee adjourned then subcommittee held the platform to draft amendments and reorder presentation. Instrument expected complete for convention soon after Itreasemblia at 2 30 p m Senator Jones says the platform will not be released to press until adopted. Debate on changes involve Senator Jones Munson of Alabama Judge Van Wyck of New York Mr Daty of New Delta Governor Stone of Missouri and others.
Special to the State Journal reports that after Hi was denied a New York committee seat he sought a Kansas proxy to influence the Resolution committee. Overmyer, the Kansas member, would have been kept out if Hill had secured the proxy. Kansans know Overmyer would not yield his platform seat, ending Hill’s scheme as a dead issue reflected beyond Kansas as veterans chair the resolutions.
Special to the State Journal from Kansas City on July 5 reports delegates and visitors crowding downtown venues. The city overflows sidewalks full of good natured crowds, pockets of crime and gambling emerge amid the surge as Kansas headsquarter hubs strain to host attendees.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Karaus Gurrab Kazieas Bannsas and a convention held in Kansas City. The readable parts imply a discussion about roles or duties and a belief about age or impression, but key details and context are missing.
Senator Hill denounces a drastic sliver plan amid party divisions as New York votes within its delegation. He argues the minority and some state actions misrepresent the people, supports bringing the issue to the convention, and notes that his own delegation faces unit rule hurdles.
New York Committeeman Augustus Van Wyck refuses to sign a minority report against the 16 to 1 proposition. Tammany Hall, Kings County and Erie approve the platform action, indicating a break in conservative ranks. The opposition deems a minority report useless and there will be none.
Real estate transfers record numerous deeds with varied sums up to 3,000. Transactions cover Adams street Holliday addition Buchanan street Polk street Spruce street and Madison La Monte areas. Names include Fletcher Lewis Hattie Leonard Mary Ruth Lee Mamie Hutchinson Wm. Smith Klein and others.
Reports show active trading in wheat and provisions with gains tied to rainfall expectations and weather signals. Markets fluctuated after midday rains and concerns over supply, with various futures pricing and September contracts noted, including higher prices for some grains and related goods.
Fragmentary notes from Monne Gaunt SW. e180 at a Wyam Livestock Market show varied cattle and meat stock quotations. Some figures indicate bids around $2 per unit with slow demand and uncertain hallmarks of local trade activity.
Fragmented notes report fluctuating prices in wheat corn and hog futures with figures for July and June. Markets show mixed receipts at Vinita and New York money rates steady trading activity in stocks and bonds amid sparse details.
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