Beekman Scores Governor Durbin Indictment Echo in Indiana
Indiana's chief executive Beckem scores Durbin in a heated exchange. The item highlights Beckem's accusation against Governor Durbin, framing a political clash within state leadership.
12 Nov 1901
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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1901
Page
1
Indiana's chief executive Beckem scores Durbin in a heated exchange. The item highlights Beckem's accusation against Governor Durbin, framing a political clash within state leadership.
A sweeping victory yesterday for the proposed constitution was recorded with strong support in every precinct. Voters approved the measure by broad margins, fueling calls for immediate implementation and further civic reform.
Frankfort dispatch reports Governor Beckham condemning Governor Durbin of India for refusing to honor a requisition for Taylor and Finley, alleged conspirators in Goebel’s murder. Beckham accuses Durbin of oath violation, political bargain, and misrepresentation, while hinting at mandamus to compel compliance and possible court action via Indiana courts to the Kentucky Supreme Court.
Capt John B. McDonald was in transit through the area, with officials noting his arrival and movement. The report records his presence during the period and mentions expected further assignments.
Hoyt presents A Day and a Night at Mobile Street Theater tomorrow night. The production is praised as bright and sparkling with strong city reception. Seats are on sale at Wikle's. Next Tuesday Nennessy LeKoyle stars in Other People's Money. The Runaway Girl arrives on the 21st to follow.
An old advertising jab promises a universal kidney cure from Dr Hobbs Sparacus Pi. The crude brochure cites Sterling Sewedy Co Chicago and mentions free addressees in its appeal, reflecting period medical quackery with bold claims.
Special to The Evening Star from Birmingham reports Gen Shelley chairing anti ratificationists claiming fraud and announcing antis won by 20000. Navy state ratification tally shows 27000 in favor, Jefferson County grants a 2500 majority for the new constitution.
Birmingham Nov 12 The voters of Alabama yesterday cast a heavier vote than in any prior national election giving ratification a clear majority of more than 27 000. Of sixty six counties the ratificationists won about thirty while the anti ratificationists trailed Pray for more complete figures as county results come in with expected statewide confirmation.
Topeka reports the capture of Frank Thompson, leader of the federal penitentiary mutiny, as fourteen of twenty six convicts have been retaken. Thompson was seized near Council Grove by Deputy Marshal Prescott and a farmer posse. Widespread panic and active search span a dozen counties with further possible captures expected. Thompson was wounded by buckshot but not fatally. Convicts captured near Council Grove move toward Cottonwood Falls to loot farms as the remaining inmates continue to evade authorities.
Fragment mentions equal counts and large counties in support while smaller counties opposed. It promotes John F. Cook for caps jackets underwear blankets and other goods with a closing dated line. The text blends political commentary with an advertisement urging shoppers to buy from John F. Cook.
Miss Francis Rogers died Saturday night at her Cottage Row home after a long consumption illness. Funeral services were held at her house by Rev. A. A. Hutto and she was buried in Chulatinne beside her Baptist faith. Her aged father, mother, two sisters and a few friends accompanied the funeral party. The community extends sympathy to the bereaved family. Advertisement for boys' ribbed hose offered at 124 cents a pair by R. C. Johnston & Bons.
Calhoun records an 800 vote majority in favor of ratification while Aniston tallies 1616 votes with 1431 for and 185 against. Ward results vary with Second Ward showing the largest citywide margin, and several towns like Oxford and Jacksonville reporting more against than for ratification.
Washington November 12 The secretary of war orders a high ranking army board to meet November 25 in Washington to review posts and reservations. Members include Lt General Miles and Maj Generals Brooke Orvis Young MacArthur and others. The board will assess location distribution maintenance and cost for regular army and state national guard camps.
Southern Railway will offer round trip eye fare tickets to Birmingham for the convention from points within 100 miles. Sales on November 20 21 22 with a 2 percent limit to November 24. For more information write or call.
For Sale or Rent. Two farms of twenty acres each located half a mile west of the city limit W. T. Owen announces results with Peeks Hill Sulphur Springs and Weavers showing various voting tallies: 21 for 70 against, 18 for 83 against, 52 for 94 against.
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