11 Jul 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1896
Page
1
At Chicago July 1 the Democratic convention began with sparse attendance. Names like Sewell and Bland vied, with McLean and Sibley withdrawing earlier. Ballots then moved through McLean’s Ohio support and Sibley telegrams as delegates rolled states for the final nomination.
The rally of delegates at the convention shows McLean with broad support as the fourth ballot tallies 203 for McLean and scattered totals for Williams Sewell and others. Delegations cheer and Sewell gains momentum, but the lead remains unsettled as the convention adjourns.
July 11 report from Elkhitt quotes Senator Hill and Whitney on undecided support within the Gold Democrats. They discuss possible third ticket, convention timing, and the party’s stance on the silver platform amid internal debate.
St Louis July 1 Chairman Taubeneck of the Populist national committee refused to discuss Mr Hrysn’s nomination saying he would say nothing for publication and that the national convention meets here on the o e. He said no man can withdraw J. R. McLean’s name and that he himself is not a candidate for vice president.
The article notes J. O Sullivan, a young Massachusetts delegate, rising to nominate for vice president at the convention. He is described as drawing attention with bursts of enthusiasm. The piece appears continued on the third page.
Petitioners and supporters argue for clemency for H E Gaines, convicted of manslaughter in Shawnee County last February and sentenced to one year. Officials and residents testify to Gaines as a faithful officer, citing self defense, public safety, and the need for lawful restraint, while opponents urge upholding the verdict and sentence. The board hears further statements and will decide later.
Warren Bruce Lynch today filed vouchers with the state auditor for June showing penitentiary expenses of 17 76 20 and earnings of 2 316 04. Principal outlays include new engine 43 and salaries 17 709 20 while earnings derive from various sources totaling 2 248 09. After settlement, penitentiary fund balance stands at 418 4063 oe.
The weather bureau predicts fair conditions today with a mix of clear and partly cloudy skies in the east. Temperatures range from 5 to 95 degrees, with clear and warm conditions reported in Colorado Texas and New Mexico. A local Presbyterian church plans a musical event featuring Shaver and Smith with 35 cent admission.
The Kansas supreme court ruled the Topeka bridge bonds legal and permits the sale. Keepers and Thacher plan to start the Malan arch bridge as bids were adjusted after earlier delays. The decision ends months of injunctions and bond buyer disputes with H C Breer of Topeka ready to take the bonds.
A compilation of appellate actions from multiple Kansas counties including Jackson Reno Miami Saline Coffey Graham Labette Shawnee Wyandotte Dickinson Ellis Shawnee Wyandotte Marion and others. The record lists numerous cases with actions such as error from courts of appeals dismissed affirmed or certified, and petitions for rehearing overruled. Names include A. vs Huttle Douglas Geo Shears Son Geo Price Banta Kessier Placsk Mack McGin Pomeroy James Shawne White Merridith Fireeive Garmer Morse Citizens State Bank and Keystone Driller Co. etc.
Lebanon Missouri July 1 R P Bland, urged by friends in Chicago and beyond to accept the vice presidential nomination, finally and positively declines the offer. In an Associated Press interview he says he prefers to go to Congress to continue the fight for free courage.
The New York Sun declares support for McKinley for the presidency. It argues that Democratic unity is fractured and urges all Democrats who favor honest money to embrace McKinley, especially in New York where David Bennett Hill has faced strong party opposition.
Four men armed with revolvers robbed the cashier at the New York Biscuit Company in Chicago at noon. They seized a cash box containing $2000 and escaped. The office was at Morgan and Randolph streets, four blocks from police headquarters.
A July 1 report recalls a Texas gold Democrats Illinois unity bid from a Chicago convention, endorsing anti silver actions and backing a Democratic national platform with a presidential and vice presidential candidate. Signers include Bupus Hardy George Clark and others. The item mentions a conference and a pledge to support Democratic principles.
Around 1500 telegrams arrive by midnight applauding the Democratic nominee. Officials note the mass show of support underscores the strong party backing in the campaign. Messages from supporters across cities treat the victory as a pivotal political moment.
Chicago July 1 Mr Bryan received 1500 telegrams of congratulation after his nomination with many from Horace Botes Americus Ga George F Criss Chicago Run 2.5 Blackbo Mr Bryan expressed thanks and instructed Nesbit to preserve messages for inspection by the Dayemore Unes at his home. Messages hail from Durango Col J GARBONAT Joe Prewitt and others as Populist Democratic Republican and Silver chairmen across the west and northeast.
Excited Nebraskans thronged streets and newspaper offices to hear William Jennings Bryan's nomination news. Citizens shouted, waved hats, and packed public spaces as telegraph and newspaper bulletins spread the update, creating a festive, partisan mood statewide.
Chicago July 11 Bryan refrained from attending the night sessions at the Clarke House convention center. Delegates aim to settle the nomination issue without outside influence while crowds rally outside and potential immediate action looms. Weather indicates southerly wind.
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