12 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Akron Daily Democrat
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1900
Page
1
Kentucky Senate session in Louisville features a split in the Democratic ranks as Senator Beckham faces opposition from Blackburn and others. Pressure grows over Goebel assassination funds and political maneuvers including a secret session and plans for a federal appeal.
Kentucky report states Governor Taylor has kept a strong force to quell disorders while party leaders in Louisville steer strategy. Robus legal moves loom as injunctions threaten to block Beckham and the legislature from disputing Taylor’s governorship. The day's events hinge on court rulings and party control.
In a Boston bound train, N. Brith alias Wins Green of Aurora was arrested on arson charges after leaping from the car at high speed. Chief Mitchell and Officer Smith pursued, found him unconscious between Aurora and Hallovne, then recovered and placed under arrest.
Roosevelt announced this afternoon that he would not accept the Republican nomination for vice president as Albany reports the definite stance. Democratic circles react as the situation unfolds and discuss potential implications for the ticket.
Returned soldier tells of saloon growth in the Philippines and Manila conditions. Captain Frank M. Wells, chaplain of the First Regiment, U.S. Vols, described liquor restrictions on transports and in Manila, noting clashes with rules and a crackdown after reporting violations. The National Woman's Suffrage Convention plans a strong reply to anti suffragists.
Delegates to the convention aim to locate a copy of Helenlar order for a sharp reply. The session before the Senate and Hanga committees of Woren Suffrage is scheduled for tomorrow.
A severe blizzard engulfs central and western Colorado, with twelve hours of mountain snow and deteriorating railroad service. Reports indicate Wyoming and western Nebraska also struck, and the storm continues to advance, threatening wider disruption.
Boers permit a soldier's wife to pass through lines to reach her dying husband as a rare mercy amid ongoing conflict.
Roland Molineaux, found guilty of Mrs. Catharine Adams murder, appeared cool and collected in court as witnesses testified before the Coroners Jury. Across pages, reports from Africa described reinforcements, evacuations, and moves by British forces in Cape Colony, while other items noted Major Doveton's injury and a new trial prospect for the Adams case.
Troy school students marched in the streets to protest the school board's rejection of a Lincoln's birthday holiday. The parade featured youth and adults denouncing the board while expressing joy and political sentiment.
Columbus February 12 Gouvernor Nash refused to reveal any names for the Olio Penitentiary Board of Managers. He said final selections would be sent to the Senate Tuesday evening. He praised Captain Aaron Wagoner of Akron and signaled he may secure the board or another high post.
A disputed antisuffrage circular circulated among Congress members by influential New York and other states women has stirred debate within the Woman Suffrage Association. Delegates fear demonstrations at upcoming hearings and doubt franchise support from some suffragists.
Columbus Ohio February report indicates J G C Whiteley to be appointed the third member of the Owl penitentiary Board. Whiteley is a former board member while Capt. Wagoner will not accept. Akron friends say Wagoner would lose the seat if Whiteley gains the post.
Lieutenant Wright is commissioned as assistant adjutant general in Columbus Bel. 12 August.
G. M. Wright of Akron was today commissioned as antistant adjutant general with rank of lieutenant colonel of division under General Dick.
In New York on February 22 the wealthy clergyman Rev Dr Rainsford led a collection at St George's in Stuyvesant Square. J Pierpont Morgan, valued at about 50 million, circulated a basin and yielded around 177.80. John E Searls, with about 25 million, also contributed modestly. In PitÞh Avenue Baptist Church Rockefeller, reputedly worth 250 million, dropped 15 000 000 for colleges, causing a stir as he passed the basket. Each man wore a traditional frock coat and polished shoes.
John Prichard arrested on suspicion for wandering streets. Mayor Young sentences him to 15 days with time suspended if he leaves town. Otis Knights accused of defrauding an innkeeper and stealing a dinner bucket. case dismissed. Robert Durbin accused of assault and battery continued to Feb 16. Wm Kane Joby G Tons and Patrick Broun fined $2 and costs each.
Deeds filed Monday show transfers to the new Robinson-Merrill company. Revenue stamps reveal valuations: Whitmore Robinson company $86,000, Markle and Son $14,000, B H Merrill company $10,000. Also mentions Valentinen ornamental and chemical items at J J Brame Co. etc.
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