Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-06-23

There was not the slightest diminution in
the volume of sound.
Dem onstration of Nearly 80 Minutes.
When the applause had continued almost
seven minutes, it was given q new impetus
by Chairman Cannon. who walked once
more to the front carrying his large BAN
ner. A little girl clad entirely in white
was lifted high on the shoulders of some
of the California delegates. and the rst
sound of her childish treble was the signal
for another outburSt. \ delegate requested
Chairman Cannon to loan him the large
flag he carried. and with smile the chair
man handed it down Around the hall it
went, followed by long line of shouting
delegates. California, with its great BAN
ner of purple, white and gold. came march
ing down the center aisle, and followed by
senators. representatives in Congress. and
others prominent in the life of the nation
trOOoing along behind shouting, laughing
and cheering The New York delegation.
catching sight of Henry c. Payne on the
pla atform, paid him a brief and especial
tribute. and then returned once more to
the cheering of the candidate. shouting
Roosevelt Roosevelt" Roosevelt"
New York. over and over again.
A small colored boy, James Blaine Caslun
of Georgia. with long curling hair, was
hoisted on the platform, and he waved in
frantic fashion a small national flag. Louise
Roberts. the young girl who had created
the enthusiasm in the California delegation.
was next carried up and borne high on the
shoulders of a stalwart delegate from In
diana. She created a new furOre of en-
thuSiaSm as she tossed her flag to and fro.
Little Naomi Da Foe of Alpena. Mich. fol-
lowed for a brief period and when she had
waved her flag but few minutes Chairman
cannon pushed to the front, and saying.
Please let me in, my dear" he raped
vigorously for order.
The applause at this time had continued
almost exactly twenty-three minutes. 1t
rE6 five W.T.
more raps by the chairman, and the strenu-
Gus work of numerous police and ser
geants-at-arms, to get the delegates once
more into their seats.
When Chairman Cannon had finally OBJ
tained order the secretary read a history
of the flag which Mr.. Cannon had been
waving. Grasping the flag and waving
1t over his head Mr. Cannon said:
1T prOphe sled victory in 1850; its life
had been baptized on many a battlefield
since, and it is safe in the hands of Pres-
dent Roosevelt.
Senator Beveridge Seconds Nomination
Cheers followed, and were increased when
Mr.. Cannon recognized Senator Beyeridge
or Indiana, whom he introduced in these
words:
Gentlemen of the Convention: have the
honor of introducing to you a gentleman
whom you all know. a son of Indiana, who,
when he has message, insists upon a
hearing. ana when he speaks the people
are enlightened and enthused.'
Senator Beveridge began his speech amid
loud applause. Mr.. Beveridge spoke with
force and increasing enthusiasm, empha-
sizing his points with graceful gestures.
(His speech will be found in another col
umn.)
The senator's voice was probably the
easiest heard of any speaker which the
convention has yet heard.
Shouts, cheers and cat calls resounded
through the hall when the senator sarcasti-
cally said: mo mystery was ever elected
President and never will be-"
Long before he had closed his speech
Senator Beveridge's collar wited
band. and the perspiration was stream
ing down his face, but his voice lost none
of its carrying power. and his manner
closing words. Indiana seconds the name
of Roosevelt" released the waiting cheer,
the band and the flags.
1t was short-lived, however, and order
was soon restored.
Seconded by Knight.
When the convention had expressed it's
appreciation of Indiana's second to the
nomination Chairman Cannon announced
that George A. Knight of California would
second the nomination.
The California delegation showed that it
was prepared for the occasion. The old
stage coach. long-drawn yell, 'Wahoo,"
was ecnOeQ through the nail, ana a Call
fornia banner, followed by a huge wreath
of flowers. was borne through the hall as
Mr.. Knight was proceeding to the platform.
Mr.. Knight was introduced by Chairman
Cannon. He had voice which penetra ted
the furthest recesses Of the hall, and rolled
back in echoes from the arched iron roof.
AS he began voice from the far end
shouted, Not so loud" This was touch
which the convention appreciated, and it
gave itself up to a hearty laugh.
(Mr. knights remarks will be found in
another column)
mo, no. were the shouted responses Of
the convention to Mr.. Knights declarat ation
Socialism can have no place among US.
Anarchy cannot live in America"
Mr.. Knight proved to be phrase maker.
"Cowardice, duplicity and dishonesty are
not impulsive" shouted Mr. Knight.
Theodore Roosevelt is impulsive. He hyp-
notices obstacles"
WA -Ho-Oo-" again sounded from the
California delegation. and the convention
took up the cry, amid laughing applause.
Again Mr.. Knight touched the responsive
chord when he exclaimed Of the beginning
of the canal: Theodore Roosevelt gave
Uncle Sam a job. Uncle Sam wanted IT.,
and he took 1t. and Uncle Sam belongs to
the Union, too"
Mr. Knight was surrounded by an enthu-
siastic throng as he left the platform, Sen
ator Scott of West Virginia throwing his
arms around and hugging him enthusiastic
cally
The California delegation, with the great
gold banner. and cornet player of uncer-
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