The Coming Convention The Political Skies Scan for a Leader
A 1892 discussion urges careful selection of a presidential candidate focusing on personal records over factional divides. It weighs Gorman and Campbell as potential tickets, critiques Blaine and Harrison, and warns against sectional bitterness while urging rallying a unified Democratic effort.
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Cleveland
Hill
New York
Gorman
Maryland
Campbell
Ohio
Palmer
Harrison Wins Republican Nomination for Second Term
The Republican Convention in Minneapolis nominated Benjamin Harrison for a second term after a tight first ballot with 535 votes to Harrison, 182 for Blaine, and 182 for McKinley. Whitelaw Reid was chosen for Vice President as the party’s ticket.
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Minneapolis
Harrison
Blaine
McKinley
Whitelaw Reid
New York Tribune
France
South
Benjamin Harrison
Death of Col L L Polk in Washington City
Col L L Polk died in Washington City on Saturday morning after a ten day illness. The obituary notes his charm as a gentleman and speaker, his strong influence, and the affectionate regard of his devoted friends despite political disagreements.
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Col. L. L. Polk
Washington City
Col. Polk
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