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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1900
Page
1
A crowded convention discusses the vice presidency as the central issue while committees report on candidates and party platform. Delegates debate Populist influence, reconcile divisions, and assess the path forward for the Democratic and Populist alignment amid national policy concerns.
Delegates rise as speakers praise the spirit of Populism in the Democratic crowd. Patterson extols Bryan as war hero and pacifist, predicting Bryan will be the Democratic nominee and win in November. The meeting adjourns amid committee tensions and platform debates, with leaders urging orderly business.
The Sioux Falls platform report from May 19 outlines a People's Party program opposing corporate subversion of free government. It condemns imperialism and US policy in Spain and the Philippines, calls for anti trust and railroad reforms, and proposes direct democracy via initiative and referendum while urging strong measures against immigration.
London reports May 10 1937 British forces crossed the Zand river advancing on Boer positions. General Hutton and General French moved north along the railway pursuing retreating Boers after a night clash. British cavalry and infantry pressed the line while Boers with guns resisted crossing and then withdrew. A later dispatch notes Boers in retreat, with Lord Roberts optimistic about pushing further toward Kroonstad amid ongoing skirmishes and heavy cavalry action.
The report mentions General French and cavalry joining General Hatton to support Lord Roberts pursuit, aiming to thwart Boer escape. Authorities scrutinize the Trans Yasin Hable situation, with Boer prisoners potentially affected by shipments and supply constraints amid shortages.
A Santa Fe special train carrying executives led by General Manager Mudge and General Superintendent Ressegale departed Topeka at 10 a m. The delegation includes Third Vice President Barr Division Superintendent McClellan Trainmaster Robbing Roadmaster Cafferty and Bridges head. They will visit Leavenworth Hawthorns and return to Kansas City where Barr will depart for Chicago. Conductor Bryne Engineer Neugebauer and Fireman Smith piloted Engine No 12 rebuilt recently in Topeka shops. No 24 noted for reliability.
At the Iowa Republican convention in Des Moines on May 10 delegates to the Philadelphia national convention were elected and instructed for McKinley. Notable selections include Gov. Lente M. Shaw Col George H. French Davenport Dr EH Smith Cedar Rapids Lafayette Young Des Moines and regional captains. The platform endorses McKinley administration and calls for tariff and trust controls while stressing currency policy and public interests.
May 10 1890 in Cincinnati the People's party held its national convention. Debates over currency and public ownership dominated while candidates Barker Donnelly and Howard were discussed for the presidential nomination. Tensions rose as supporters maneuvered to place their favored choice on the ticket.
Sioux Falls May 10 There are seven Women delegates in the convention. It is likely the only national convention where women were admitted as delegates on an equal footing with men. Three from Kansas three from Colorado and one from Idaho. Delegates include C K Kibbe Osage City T L Harlenston Atwood Annie L Disay Topeka Louler Bwem Danver Olive M Hacon Aspen Anzile Vincent Boulder and Mary A Wright Kathdrum Idaho.
The State Journal will bulletin the Deffries Corbett prize fight by rounds on Friday evening at 9 30 New York time before the Seaside Athletic Club. A phonograph will read rounds aloud and a message flashed to readers at the end of each round. The event will be broadcast from the Seaside Athletic Club in New York City.
Delegates struggle over nominations as Howard withdraws yet supporters back his bid. On the first roll call Barker leads alongside Donnelly nominee, with Wharton Barker later chosen as the presidential candidate and Tenatius Donnelly slated for vice presidency after a party stalemate.
EMPTY STORES St Louis May 10 third day of the street railway strike leaves most lines halted. Suburban cars run with police protection along the right of way. Downtown stores deserted as employers ponder cutbacks. Gov Lon Stephens arrives to review the situation, police reorganized for peace. Warrants planned to arrest strike leaders as talks continue.
At a Commercial club meeting Vice President Barr and Mr Mudge outlined a plan to advance funds for two half blocks needed for locomotive shops and a foundry. Bonds would be voted later, with land balance to be supplied as available. Subscriptions and pledges from solicitors show strong support, despite some opposition in the Fifth Ward.
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