Washington monument danger and Georgia farming aims
A civil engineer warns the Washington monument may soon fall from its own weight. Georgia farmers are urged to scale up corn production, showing capability beyond small plots, with Ben Hill nominated for Attorney of the United States for the Northern District. The Atlanta Constitution extols stingless honey bees while noting insurance and political commentary. Destructive fire in Atlanta destroys James block with one death and $30,000 loss.
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Ben Hill
United States
Georgia
Atlanta
James Block
Georgia Bar Association
Chas. C. Jones, Jr
Supreme
Illinois Senate Vacancy Sparks Oglesby Showdown
The Illinois legislature may fail to elect a U S Senator to succeed Logan, leaving a gubernatorial appointment. The piece traces past contests, factions, and the potential for Governor Oglesby to name Logan or another candidate, amid party pressure and personal grievances. It also covers related notes on salaries for Georgia judges, Athens factory profits, and various regional curiosities.
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Oglesby
Davis
Cullom
Hamilton
Chicago Tribune
Haines
Odf
Morrison
William R. Morrison
Lamar in the Interior Department and political notes
Washington correspondent says President Cleveland trusts Lamar deeply in the Interior Department. Lamar, energetic and capable, avoids micromanagement yet handles daily work and broad questions with the President. The piece notes Georgia Day in New Orleans, England beef for Egypt, German emperor’s birthday, and cold weather blurring sectional lines with calls for more offices.
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New York World
Cleveland
Lamar
Mississippi
Interior Department
Senate
Mr. Lamar
White House
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