The Chanute times. [volume] (Chanute, Kan.) 1897-1913, 1900-03-16
REPUBLICAN CONVENTION.


and enthusiastic meeting of large
number of the earnest working Re-
publicans of the county. Large
delegations from all parts of the
county were present and the utmost
enthusiasm and good will prevailed.
The contests for the various places
of honor were animated and earnest,
but the successful ones wore their
honors meekly, and the less fortu-
nate ones smilingly accepted the
situation, the ardor of their true Re-
publicanism undimmed.
The convention was called to or
der at II O'Clock by Chairman H.
G. Lowrance, who, in perfect lit
tie gem of speech, aroused the en-
thusiasm and loyalty of every Re-
publican present. The call for the
convention was then read by Sec.
Wells, after which L. w. Stillwell,
of St. Paul, was unanimously chosen
temporary chairman, and Fred Car
ter, of Thayer, secretary. Each
made appropriate remarks on assum-
ing their official duties.
On motions made by various dele
gates, the following committees were
appointed by the chair:
Committee on Rules and Order of
Business--Seth Wells, c. N. Bacon, S.
v. Sheffner, T. c. Sailors, It. j. Crap
son.
Resolutions-A. Fl. Turner, G. W.
Hizey, G. G. DuttOn, f. p. Cone, J. A.
Alleman.
Permanent OrganiZation-H. G..
Lowrance, U. G. Hoshaw, ID l.. Hous-
ton.
Credentials J. Hurt, E. E. Ellis,
J. III. Sperry.
During the time taken by the
chair for filling out the committees,
Hon. Geo. w. Wheatley, candidate
for Congress from this district, was
called upon to make speech. Mr..
Wheatley responded in most happy
manner. His speech was brilliant
array of Republican principles, very
) forcibly and fluently presented. Mr..
Wheatley is pleasant, forcible and
logical talker and will grace the halls
of Congress.
Il Immediately on assembling after
dinner, the temporary organization
was made permanent, and the fol-
: lowing resolutions were reported
: and unanimously adopted;
We, the Republicans of Neosho county, in con-
; yention assembled recognizing in the whole life
Of tho Republican party an honest, consistent,
patriotic and statesman-like policy, persevered
in, upheld and defended in times of danger with
vigor and valor that come only of honest
conviction, hereby pledge anew our fealty to
| and support of the great principles OF Republl-
We recognize in the Republican party party
OF patriotism and intelligence-a party that
advocates principles and policies honestly be-
lieved to be for the best interests OF the people
: and the nation, instead of offollowing blindy the
leadership of few demagogue politicians who
know no motive but self interest, and acknowl-
edge no principle but opposition to Republic an
ism and success in securing office.
Rejoicing in the great prosperity that ma
come to us as people, made the more emphat-
ic by contrast with the deplorable financial con-
dition into which we were plunged by the ignor.
ance, incompetency or dishonesty OF the last
Democratic administration rejoicing that our
country is enjoying under the fostering care OF
the Republican party the greatest commercial
activity it has ever known, and that there Is no
longer a cry for work from million idle men,
but million places are seeking for labor at re-
munerative wages, and that the cry for more
money to transact the business of the country
and stimulate trade, has been answered, and
our currency has not been debased.
We rejoice that the prophecies of the Repnb-
licans in '96 have been more than fulfilled. The
cheerful light Of the furnace fire flashes merry
.1.n, e., NlA InIn Nhn rIn nfvIn
trip hammer, the whir OF the lathe and the hum
J OF the cotton and silk spindles sing to him n
merry refrain.
The farmer is happy in his fine focks and
fancy prices. The merchant smiles over his
big sales and handsome profits, while the bank
or counts his cash and dreams not OF panic OF
, deprecated currencv.
As Republicans we recognize the fact that
, these great benefits have come to us during the
last three years of Republican rule, and are at
tributable to wise Republican laws and the
broad and patriotic craftsmanship of our pub
We recognize in Wm. Mckinley one of the
, | grandest statesmen of modern times, brave
soldier, a pure patriot, kind hearted christian
n pure and honest man. whose statesmanshlI
| and wisdom, supported by our brave soldier
and sailors have car carried % us through dt soTceS S
nations we had never known, and planting our
flag on foreign soil, cousecrated that soil by the
royal blood Of American youths 70 us forever, ~
, this country We advocate the holding OF th'
Philippines.
We believe in a sound monetary system, anC
we unhesitatingly indorse the single gold stan
7 darl as recognized by all the leading countrie!
OF the world as the best system OF currency.
We favor prudent laws for the control of cor
porations and trusts the same as individuals:
We commend our national government. al
| strong, resourceful, patriotic and progressive
our state government as pure, able and efficient
and most heartily commend our worthy govern
or and all our present state officers for the hon
esty, ability and zeal shown in the discharge o.
, their various duties.
There have been no scandals in our grea
state institutions, nor accusations OF bribery o.
! debauchery during their time.
Recognizing in our fellowcitizen. r. n. Allen
7 one of the most earnest workers in the Repub
. llican ranks, and admiring his answering de
votion to Republican principles, and his fear
less, earnest advocacy OF them at all times. ant
knowing Of his fitness, we most heartily endors'
: his candidacy for delegate to the national con
{ vention and most earnestly urge his election.
The committee on credential:
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