Proclamation Submitting Constitutional Amendment in 1667 Georgia
The General Assembly of 1667 passed an act to amend the Georgia Constitution to elect Judges of the Superior Courts and Solicitor General by statewide vote. It details amendments to Article 6 sections, election timing, vacancy rules, and gubernatorial duties to publish and submit the amendments for ratification at the next general election.
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Georgia
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Otanuary
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CaLtaway
Commissioners Named to Negotiate Cuba and Porto Rico Evacuations
The president appointed two commissions to arrange the evacuation of Cuba and Puerto Rico. For Cuba Mastor General Jama F Wade, Rear Admiral William T Samson, Major General Matthew O Butler. For Puerto Rico Major General John R Brooke, Rear Admiral Winfield Scott Schley, Brigadier General William W Gordon. Senator Allison of Jews not named to the peace commission due to other duties.
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Cubs
Porto Rico
Jama F. Wade
William T. Sampson
Matthew O. Butler
John R. Brooke
Winfield Bobley
Willisa1 W. O
William W. Gordon
Porto, Rico
Vannah
Ehat
Allison
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Bourke Cochran
New York
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Cuban Sentry Shoots Cuban Thief Aboard Olivette
The Olivette sails from Santiago with 200 to 300 sick on board. A Cuban at the dock was shot by a sentry after stealing from commissary stores and returning at night, refusing to halt. General Wood notes the incident while raids on stores prompt stricter patrols as rain and illness threaten the troops.
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Santiago de Cosa
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Red Cross
Grateful letters praise Doctor Pierce's care at Invalids' Hotel
Readings show several women praising the physician's prescriptions and dietary guidance from his hospital and institute, noting improvements in health and wellbeing. The correspondence reflects gratitude for treatments and lifestyle advice attributed to Dr. Pierce.
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R. V. Pierce
Iain Co
A. Waliker
Pierce
Manila Surrender Report From Madrid and Manila
Special Madrid dispatch says Manila surrendered on Aug 18 after American bombardment threats by sea and land. General Jansens ordered to take command. U S troops occupied Manila. Spanish officials retain temporary civil control. insurgents remain out. Washington reported no updates by Aug 16. Cable repairs pending as Manila cable readied for service.
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Great relief at Havana as peace hopes lift markets
Havana reports on Spain and United States peace negotiations spark buying in Cuban securities and railway shares. Amid rumors of protocol completion, investors push prices higher while the island endures continuing ruin and desolation from past conflicts.
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Spain
United States
Europe
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Blanco
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Washington
Supreme Court voids oil inspection law in Alabama ruling
In Moxtcomenry Alabama on August 16 the state supreme court adjourned for fall after issuing numerous decisions. Among the notable rulings is a voiding of the oil inspection law, while other local notes include a murder report in Lascastex and a large Birmingham based ammunition order.
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Supreme Court
Moxtcomenry
Ala
Supreme Court of Alabama
Corbett Family Tragedy: Husband Kills Wife Then Self
Early morning shooting at 260 Hayes Street leaves R. J. Corbett and his wife dead. Witness says Corbett appeared ill and possibly demented, with two tragic shots found in bed. The incident occurred before 5 am as son-in-law King entered the room to find both spouses slain.
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Corbett in Shock Over Father Death Incident
James J. Corbett collapsed when informed of his father’s death in New York on August 16. Trainers McVey and White comforted him as he questioned the tragedy’s motive and said he would await definite information from California before deciding his boxing future or training schedule.
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California
Baio
Tragic Broker Found Dead Among Family Graves
R W Colson a Merchants Exchange broker was found dead across the graves of his four children at Belle Fontaine cemetery in St Louis Aug 16. He died by strychnine after financial troubles, with the incident noted as a possible motive. The report also mentions a murder and other violent events in brief notices from across the country.
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Exchange
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Walzace
Tenn
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Millersburg
Faulks
Hobson Saves a Cripple and Daring Rescue
New York dispatch reports Lieutenant Hobson displaying calm presence of mind when rescuing a crippled man at Newark Market Street depot. Hobson sprang to the man's aid, lifted him clear of danger, then leaped onto a passing trolley and rode away before onlookers could cheer.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Newark
N. J
East Orange
Morrimua
Cloudburst Kills Thirty in Hawkins County Disaster
Early reports of a Hawkins county cloudburst last Friday raised fatalities from 20 to as many as 39. The disaster drowned multiple families including Fagan and Conk relatives, with additional deaths feared in Green county near Beach Creek. Officials warn the toll may rise as details emerge from Regival and nearby areas.
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Hawkins County
William Fagan
Thomas Fagan
William Tunnell
James Conk
Patience
Vance John -Arnold
Fagan
Fagan Himself Esca
Green County
Beach Creek
Colombia Bows To Italy Ends Cerruti Affair
Rome reports a final settlement on August 14 with Colombia accepting all costs and recognizing President Cleveland's award, agreeing to halt within eight months and execute the award in the allotted time. The dispute is resolved to Italy's satisfaction. Other items note Rough Riders detained in New York, and a London court remanding Jago to a week, with troop mustering out expected and Hay accepting the State portfolio.
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Colombia
Cleveland
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