Georgia Proclamation on Constitutional Amendments May Elect Judges
The Georgia General Assembly in 1897 proposes amendments to the state constitution to elect the Superior Court and Solicitor General positions by voters. The proclamation outlines how terms, vacancies, and election specifics will read and directs publication for a two month period before the next general election. It names Governor Atkinson and Private Secretary F. Callaway.
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More Troops for Alabama Move and Navy Fleet Nearing
Washington reports orders for the Third Kentucky Fifth Illinois and One Hundred and Sixtieth Indiana volunteers to march to Huntsville Alabama after gathering at Newport News to join General Miles in Porto Rico. Admiral Sampson's fleet sails north with four battleships and two armored cruisers, with the Brooklyn expected to arrive off Cuba and a possible naval review in New York harbor. Debates continue over the timing of Manila occupation orders and communications with Dewey and Merritt as Consul Volimantes tracks developments.
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State Day
Rough Riders Return Home From Cuba
The Rough Riders led by Theodore Roosevelt and "Fighting Joe" Wheeler arrive at Montauk Point aboard the Miami. Roosevelt greets Dr. Magruder, reports most men well with few illnesses, and plans shore leave after quarantine. Wheeler is noted as briefly ill but with strong spirits.
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Peace time army and navy reorganization discussed at White House
President McKinley consults visitors on postwar military needs and the scope of a standing army. Governor Shaw reports Iowa troops in decent shape but unclear timing for disbandment as naval plans review what vessels to retain, with a three officer board to decide affects and closures.
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Large Orders for Cars Prompt Contracts With Railways
Ancistec Equipment Company secures two major deals as the Louisville and Nashville orders 200 cars while another line places a 700 car order. The artery of rail equipment growth is highlighted by parallel fruit shipments for the Red Cross and a general push to expand rolling stock amid wartime demand.
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Fragmentary Verse on Disease and Death
A disjointed poetic fragment discusses the ravages of disease and wasting illnesses, naming no clear persons or places. It includes garbled phrases about attacks, consumption, and mortality, with stray hints of illness and suffering.
Posse Kills Five Blacks in Georgia Gambler Raid
Moctinm Georgia August 15 A sheriff s posse clashed with about 85 black gamblers at Bayboro a lumber hamlet 13 miles east of Moultrie Five men were killed in the exchange named as John Darber Moss Epps John Blackshear Charles Johnson and Ed Lester The battle left deputies and others wounded as shots flew through the night amid chaotic retreat and pursuit
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Bass
General Lee at War Department Discusses Cuba
Major General Lee was at the War Department early today and spoke at length with General Corbin before the secretary arrived. The discussion focused on conditions in Cuba and on the admission of Owbas, with Lee noting that General Tei would likely serve as one of the commissioners.
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Li Hung Chang Must Go Britain Likely to Demand Dismissal
London reports indicate the foreign office intends to pressure the Chinese government to hasten Li Hung Chang's removal over tensions at the Tsang Li Yamen. Russia is seen as seeking to preserve its gains and interests amid regional shifts. Multiple brief notices from U.S. and European sources cover embezzlement arrests, postal payments, and political party actions.
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