The Saint Paul globe., 1900-06-30


Democracy seems 10 be whether or not
there shall be specific declaration In
the platform for silver coinage at lG to
l, or whether a simple reafiirmation of
the platform adopted at Chicago shall
be sufficient. 1t is believed that much
depends upon Mr.. Bryans wishes in the
matter, but even he may not be able
to influence the action of the convention,
if it is deemed a wise policy to adopt the
same plan that has been followed in sew
eral Western states, and not specifically
mention 16 to l.
The interview Of ex-Gov. Stone and
Augustus Van Wyck, in St Louis, and
talks with different members of wes-
tern delegations who have arrived, indi-
Gates that these men do not think Il
important to make a specific declaration,
while others make it plain, If 16 to is
not mentioned, it will be construed as an
abandonment of the principle. The ra-
ito declaration and the three words '16
to T. are likely to be the stumbling block
In which might be a harmonious gather
ing. Advocates of 16 to l say that to
omit the declaration would be trim
ming" and the party cannot afford 10
do any trimming, in view of the ad-
vanced stand taken four years ago after
a bitter and intense struggle.
Those who are content with a reaf1r-
nation of the Chicago platform, or who
are earnestly seeking a modification of
that document, say that the Democrats
want to win, and that the most earnest
silver men ought to be satisfied with
Bryan as the candidate, even if there
is not a specific declaration In the plat
form in favor of silver, with the words
16 to l included. These men assert that
silver cannot be made the vital issue,
anyway, and that the campaign will be
fought on issues that have arisen since
1896, therefore, it is useless TO try and
make a silver declaration, especially as it
is not desired by the men who did not
stand with the party on that issue four
years ago.
This does not satisfy the 10 to men,
who say that the very vital point IS that
those who now want to return want to
force the silver men out of their posi-
ton and make them concede that mis-
take was made in Chicago.
OF course II is rather fine point, the
difference between reaffirming the Chi
cago platform, which declared for sill
yer at 16 TO l, and specific declaration
for 16 to l, bat it is sufficient to cause
contention The mere fact that reaf-
frmation is satisfactory to such large
number of men who did not remain with
the party four years ago, makes IL unsat-
isfactory to the ultra silver men. To
want to make Hence there is quite an
interesting contest developing over the
platform.
A story has been in circulation indicat-
ing that plans have already been perfect
ed to nominate Bryan on July 4, even if
the other business of the convention, such
as permanent organization, committee on
credentials and even the platform should
have to be postponed. The few delegates
who are here do not take kindly to the
suggestion and say that the convention
should proceed in the usual order.
MR.. SUFFERS CHANCES.
If Mr.. Sulzer, Of New York, IS not NOM
mated for vice president, it win not be on
account Of any lack Of booming on the
part of his friends who are here. The
managers with b. B. Conkley at their
head, are losing no time in making known
the fact that Mr.. Sulzer is not only in the
race, but that he will win if he can.
Badges bearing the words. Bryan and
Sulzer and Victory" with portraits of
the men are being distributed to all who
will wear them, while another method Of
campaign has been adopted in spreading
broadcast a small handbill. This docu-
ment contains only a few words and
quotes a speech made by Champ Clark in
the house of representatives in which the
Missouri man said:
I'm this distinguished presence, I nomi-
nate for vice president, William Sulzer, of
New York, who is faithful to the cause
at all times, in all places and under all
circumstances. I honor Mr.. Sulzer for his
courage his honesty and his fidelity ex-
hiblted amid environs which would dis
courage, dishearten and appall a more
timid man"
An interview with Mr. suzer, tele-
graphed from Lincoln and published
here, quotes him as saying he stood with
Bryan on Imperialism and every other
question He also declared that the New
York delegation would do what was best
at the convention, and If the party wants
16 to l, the delegation will not oppose 1t.
IN INTEREST OF Mr.. LEWIS.
Thomas Maloney, chairman of the
Washington delegation, is here as the Gus
of James Hamilton Lewis, of that state.
Mr BIaIoney says that his state. Oregon
and Idaho are for his man. and it IS ex-
pected six additional votes will be given
him from Alaska.
Mr. G. D. Rodgers, a member of the
national committee and delegate from
Alaska, says his delegation IS very much
interested in getting plank in the plat
form against carpet bag officials in the
territories. as there are plenty OF good
men in Alaska to fill all the federal Of
fees.
WORKING FOR MR.. TOWNE.
The greatest activity manifested in the
vice presidential canvass before the con-
vention is shown by the managers of Mr..
Charles A. Towne.
Gen. E. S. Corser, of Minnesota, who is
now here, is making arrangements for
the silver Republican convention and at
the same time, is doing all he can to make
Towne's nomination possible. 1t is the
present intention to have an early confer
ence between the committees of the Popu-
list party, the silver Republican party and
the Democratic national committee with
the view of securing some kind OF an
agreement for furthering Ir ToWne' 5
candidacy. 1t is quite probable, however,
that the Democratic national committee
win refuse to take any responsibility in