The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1900-06-06

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possible use Of their small allotment o
tickets. Each alternate will receiv,
but one ticket, which will admit hin
TO his own seat.
While this question OF tickets OF ad
mission to the hall will be a source o.
embarrassment to Inc leaders Of the
Republican organization In this state
on account of so many desiring to wit
ness the proceedings Of a national con-
vention, there will be other attractions
in this city which will be found quite
enjoyable by many Of the visitors from
the interior OF the state. Arrange
/ ments have been made to have cards
issued TO visitors emitting them to
visit the various public institutions,
the Girard college and other places OF
interest, through the allied Republican
clubs of this city.
CLUB MEN ALL WELCOME.
J. Hampton Moore, who is president
of the State League Of Republican
clubs of Pennsylvania, has just issued
letter of information to all the Re-
publican clubs of this state outlining
the program for convention week. This
letter will be especially interesting to
members of Republican clubs in the
interior of the state who contemplate
visiting this city. Even should they
be unable to procure tickets of admis-
sion to the convention hall they will
find other courtesies extended to them
by their fellow Republicans Of this
city. President Moore, in his letter,
says:
"The national convention Of the Re-
publican party to nominate candidates
for president and vice president of the
United States will open In Philadel-
phia June 10.
Under the auspices Of the Pennsyl-
vania State League, the Republican
clubs of Philadelphia have successful
ly organized for cordial and enthusias-
tic reception and entertainment of Wis.,
itors from all parts of the United
operation of Republican clubs in Penn
sylvania and the neighboring states of
New Jersey and Delaware.
"All that has been done has met
with the hearty approval OF the Repub-
lican national committee and is in
thorough accord with the work of the
local citizens committee, headed by
the mayor of Philadelphia.
"As president of the PENNSYLVANIA
State League, therefore 1t gives me
pleasure not only to congratulate you
upon the energy and enthusiasm of
your Pennsylvania brethren, but to ad-
wise you briefly of the program of the
allied Republican clubs of Philadel-
phia and vicinity.
First. The headquarters, No. 221
South Broad street. Here at the club
rooms of the famous Union Republican
club all Republican club men from
Pennsylvania affiliated with the State
League should register. Visiting dele
cations, sending word in advance, will
be met at stations and escorted to their
lodgings. Accredited Republican clubs
men will be furnished with Visitors
Cards. emitting them to a variety of
courtesies.
Second. The parade. On Monday
night, June 49, there will be a great
parade of Republican clubs, in which
visiting clubs will be furnished with
escorts. In addition to Pennsylvania
clubs, New Jersey, Delaware, New
York, Ohio, District of Columbia, Illi-
nois, Massachusetts and many other
states will be represented. Pennsyl-
vania clubs not yet reported are es-
pecially invited to turn out. The time
is short, and applications for position
in line must be forwarded to General
Louis Wagner. grand marshal, Third
National bank, Philadelphia, at once.
The parade will be reviewed by lead
ing men of the nation from the allied |
clubs headquarters.
Third. Mass meeting. The national
opens Tuesday, June 10. On
the evening of this day the allied Re-
publican clubs will fire the opening
gun at a great mass meeting at the
Academy of Music. The speakers will
all be men of national prominence.
Fourth. River excursion. On We'd |
nesday, June 20, flotilla will convey |
guests OF the allied Republican clubs |
10 points of interest along the harbor |
Df Philadelphia. including the great |
anu Nut llldutlDIlld navy
yard. the great fresh water harbor,
where many of the famous battleships /
Of the American navy are now lying.
"These are the main points of the /
program, but not all Club smokers,
open club houses, out-of-door enter
tainments and ageneral interchange of /
.ainments and a general interchange OF /
scale.
Tho indications are that the Re-
publican club men Of Philadelphia and /
vicinity will demonstrate on this occa-
sion that their organizations are as \
and hospitable as they are
and untiring in political
contests.
"You are requested to read this COM
to your club Immediately
after it's reception, in order that your
members may be advised and guide
themselves accordingly"
FOR M'KINLEY'S CHOICE.
The matter of the nominee for vice
president is still in doubt. When Col
mel Quay was here this week he said
he Pennsylvania delegation would un-
favor the candidate who
would be regarded as President Nc
Kinley's choice. He declared that the
lesire of Republicans generally was
o support the choice of the admins
ration for second place with the view
If Strengthening the ticket. The Re-
publican party, he predicted, will enter
he campaign with determination to
make an aggressive canvass and with
lbsolute confidence in a successful
contest at the Dolls All talk ahnut tho