Chicago or Bust! Grader is DNC Delegate

18Sep1891 – The Boston Journal announced the democratic delegates for “various conventions,” which included our very own Frank H. Grader for Ward 4. That means it is highly likely that he attended the Democratic National Convention held in Chicago June 21-23. The convention was held in a temporary structure they called the “Wigwam” that was built specifically for this event. Unfortunately, heavy rains penetrated the roof and many delegates were forced to raise their umbrellas indoors. After many long nights (sometimes going until 4:00 in the morning!), the convention finally nominated Grover Cleveland as their candidate.  When actual convention work was finished, delegates received special invitations to the grounds of the Chicago World’s Fair, which would open two years later. For more information on the Democratic National Conventions, visit The Library of Congress.

The Boston Herald, 18Sep1891

The Wigwam