Democrats Claim Narrow Victory In Georgia Election
Special report from Georgia Oct indicates Gov. Atkinson leads by about 47,000 statewide, with Democratic gains across populous counties. Populist counties like Meriwether, Carroll, Polk, Bartow, Douglas, and Jackson shift to Democrats, possibly reducing Populist representation to about 25 in the new House. Fulton County backs Atkinson by 1,499, Bibb and Richmond by 5,000 and 3,500 respectively, with total state ticket majority near 50,000.
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Jackson
Fulton
Bibb Sud
Richmond
Chatham
Democrats Win and Slow Vote Count Mark Florida Election
Jacksonville dispatch reports a slow vote count as returns hint at a 25,000 plurality for Bloxham with Democrats retaining power. The constitutional amendment abolishing October elections passes, while Call’s followers appear in the minority in the new legislature. In Duval county bolting Democrats Stockton and Pope are elected, and Sheats runs behind but survives. Governor-elect Bloxham outlines plans for economy, education, immigration, transportation, and resource development.
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Duval County
Wsible
J. N.C. Stockton
PI. W. Pope
Broxfam
Offoris
Sheats
Hillsboro County
W. D. Bloxhain
Leon
Supreme Court
Milton H.mabry
Pasco
W. B. Lamar
Jefferson
John L. Crawford
W. I. Reynolds
Palk
UC. B. Collins
Marion
Wn, Sheats
Alachua
L. BL. Wombwell
Jackson
Olney Returns to Work Amidsteadily Quiet State Dept
Secretary Olney has resumed duties in Washington after a summer at Falmouth Mass a large paper load and consultations with assistants. The Venezuelan dispute progresses slowly with notes exchanged with Lord Salisbury aiming to clarify mutual misunderstandings and set general arbitration principles for future U S Britain disputes. The Cuban question remains but no change in administration policy is reported as the campaign develops.
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Pleads for Armenians by Liberal leader in Oct. 7
Sir William Harcourt, Liberal leader, urged government to protect Armenians in the Turkish question. He said reform requires military occupation of Turkey and Britain must cooperate with Russia to obliterate the Cyprus convention. He criticized past policies toward Russia and urged a new approach.
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William Hartcourt
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Bnet England
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Great Britain
William
Ria
Blaze Devastates Guayaquil Banks, Hotels and Churches
A major fire in Guayaquil Ecuador has destroyed about 15 city blocks including four banks all foreign consulates most hotels except one two churches and numerous business houses. The blaze reportedly reached from the posto to the riverbank area near the customhouse as efforts continue to control it.
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Peru
Guayaquil
Ecuador
Havana War News Cites Dynamite Victory and Lopez Death
Havana reports a Cuban victory led by General Maceo with dynamite used for the first time. Lopez is said killed in action near the reserve plantation, causing terror in the city as Weyler’s policy is questioned. Separate items note the United Railways manager jailed and embezzlement charges against Keerner brothers in Curaçao.
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Titan
Maceo
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Madrid
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Matanzas
Lopez
Serafino Sanchez
Alvarez
Cenno
Roban
United Railways
WILL NOT ADMIT BANCROFT TO BOSPHORUS GUARDSHIP
The Turkish government decided not to admit the United States cruiser Bancroft through the Dardanelles, barring guardships from Greece and Holland as well. Russia’s objections and the Berlin agreement shape the stance, with U S forces expected to press possession to protect American lives and property. Kansas City packinghouses face trouble over underbilling and weight classifications as the interstate commission is urged to act. William J. Bryan’s special train to Chicago draws large crowds and political support as the Democratic nominating process continues.
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Holland
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Washington
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Western Railway Weighing and Inspecting Bureau
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Chicago
Interstate Commerce Commission
Jane
Walker
Fresh stock drives big trade say election notes
After the election a grocer E. D. Ansley is cited for paying more freight than any retailer in the state. The reasoning suggests his stock is fresher and trade is larger. It argues fresh stock attracts customers who want variety and large assortments.
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E. D. Ansley
Fresh wholesale goods offer undercutting Georgia retailers
We advertise fresh er goods, better assortment and lower prices than any retail house in Georgia. Wholesale purchasers can buy family provisions in case lots at prices merchants pay. Visitors urged to compare wholesale prices and believe the claims. The Telegraphery Strike Ended. MoStnest, Oct 7. Operators’ strike on the Canadian Pacific is over with most reinstatements, except for those who committed violence. Terms of settlement are not fully disclosed.
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Esa
Allen & Sheffield
California By Syrup Co
Georgia
MoStnest
Canadian Pacific
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