Weaver Nominates Bryan at Populist Convention Riotous Day
The Populist convention in progress sees Weaver nominate William J Bryan amid rowdy Texas delegates. Blue banners and a cross of thorns imagery accompany chants as Mrs Minerva Roberts seconds Bryans nomination, while tensions rise over rules and the path to a united third party ticket.
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TOM WATSONS CAREER UNIQUE FIGURE IN CONGRESS
Washington July 21 Thomas Walton of Thomasville Georgia born in Columbia county Georgia September 1836 educated at Mercer University left college for funds and taught school read law admitted to bar started practice at Thomasville He served in Georgia legislature 1882 82 as Democrat elector for the State at large in 1844 and joined farming interests He was elected to the first congress as a Democrat served one term succeeded by James Black He later ran as a Populist for the Fifty-fourth congress and was defeated His fiery debates and unique personality made him a conspicuous figure in the House.
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Silver Organization Names Lane Chairman Of National Committee
In St Louis on July 2, the new silver party national committee elected Charles B. Lane of California as chairman and M. Stevens of Colorado as secretary. Headquarters may be in Chicago. D. P. Thompson of Portland was named special envoy to Japan and J. M. Hawthorn of St Paul to Mexico to study coinage effects.
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Bryan Gratified by Silver Convention Action
Lincoln July 25. Bryan expressed gratification at the nomination of himself and Sewall by the Silver Convention. He said he appreciated the renomination and unanimity shown, viewing it as evidence delegates are willing to support the ticket.
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Jones and Sewall weigh Populist links in campaign talk
In St Louis Senator Jones, Democratic national committee chairman, was pressed by Ryan leaders for any word from Bryan about accepting the presidential nomination if Sewall is named. Jones expects no reconsideration. In Bath Arthur Sewall, Democratic vice presidential candidate, declined to commit on Populist nomination, saying only to wait for the Populist convention's final action.
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Bryan Refused Over Sewall Nomination Telegram Exchange
Telegrams between James K. Jones and William J. Bryan reveal Bryan’s refusal to accept a nomination without Sewall and Jones urging swift withdrawal if Sewall is not illuminated. Communications from St. Louis and Lincoln discuss the National Democracy Committee’s stance on vice presidential selection and Bryan’s possible decline.
Nomination of Nor Faces Largely Unanimous Support
Report notes Bryan's nomination appears secured by a nearly unanimous vote. Texas delegates and a few scattered supporters indicate Nor's frontrunner status with broad party backing as precincts reveal preferences ahead of the July 24 session set for 2:00 p.m.
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Bridge bonds to be sold to state fund officials
The article notes bridge bonds remain unsold with no contact from H C Speer who holds them in Chicago. County commissioners face pressure to withdraw the lends and move funds to state level fund commissioners, as $700,000 awaits investment and the bonds are deemed safe.
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County Committee Weighs Campaign Opening At Session
The Republicer county central committee meets this afternoon in the Plambead club rooms to decide on opening the county campaign after the Topeka rally on August 10. J Q A Peyton of North Topeka says he will not vote for McKinley, losing his committee seat. State Jones of the Fifth ward, who joined Free Silver Republicans, now backs McKinley and keeps his post. In district court the D A BYINEWH committee contest seeks to set aside a land transfer near Pauline as Miller faces a $5,000 judgment and accusations of self dealing.
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Topeka Festival Souvenir Will Include City History
Col. K Holesy, noted on Topeka history, has agreed to write the historical matter for the Festival and Reunion souvenir. It will cover a short history of the city and key incidents in its progress. The ladies purchasing committee will issue material for sowers at the G A R room in the new courthouse Mondays and Wednesdays at 2 20 PM for the Morel display during September festivities.
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Kingman Hosts Ball Tournament Opener
Kingman opened the tournament with a 14 to 4 win over Caldwitch while Partridge beat Attion 12 to 10. The two winners, Kingman and Partridge, meet today to decide the prize.
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Northern Pacific Sold in Wisconsin Auction
West Superior Wisconsin July 2 The Northern Pacific railway was sold by Special Master Carey this morning EK W Winter bid $14 000 000 for the reorganization committee from the buyer EK W Winter and the sale amount was 14 million dollars to finish the reorganization effort with Winter acting as bidder.
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The Bryan Ratification Rally Concludes At City Park
Senator Martin closed his address to Democrats at City park this afternoon with ex Stoster H H Kelley joining. A good sized crowd attended. This evening the meeting moves to Hamilton halt.
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Witt v Witt divorce suit begins in Shawnee County
Farmer Irving Witt of Shawnee County files suit for divorce from E Witt, who lives on Polk Street. The complaint cites abandonment and notes both parties have passed middle age.
Denver Flood Devastates Mile of Mountains and Towns
A severe Denver foothills storm caused catastrophic flooding from Morrison to Golden with a wall of water ten feet high. Homes, bridges, rails and trees were swept away as mountains unleashed torrents along creeks and canyons. Dozens dead or missing, including families from Morrison and Golden, with Central City and Idaho Springs reporting damage and lines down. Rescue efforts mounted as communication lines failed and fear spread beyond the affected towns.
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