W. H. BARNUM TO TILDEN
"Telegram.
"Chicago, Ill., July 4, 1884.
"Hon. Samuel J. Tilden, Yonkers, N. Y.
"There is much thought here about nominating you by acclamation. Will you accept an unanimous nomination from the convention?
"W. H. Barnum.
"(Rec'd 6.30 A.M., July 5th.)"