Chapter 6

NATIONAL SUFFRAGE CONVENTION OF 1905 117

The convention in Portland, Ore., first held in the West--Enthusiastic welcome and great hospitality--Miss Anthony speaks of her visit in 1871--Speech of Jefferson Myers, president of the Exposition--Mrs. Duniway on the Pioneers--Dr. Shaw's president's address, answers ex-President Cleveland and Cardinal Gibbons--Committee appointed to interview President Roosevelt--Protest to committee of Congress against statehood constitution for Oklahoma and other Territories--Fine work of Press Committee--Woman's Day at Exposition--Unveiling of Sacajawea statue--Convention adopts Initiative and Referendum--Decision to have an amendment campaign in Oregon--Tribute to Mr. Blackwell--Mrs. Catt's noble address--Memorial resolutions for eminent members--Speeches by prominent politicians.