Mills Wins Texas Senate Fight On First Ballot
Austin March 18 Mills appears set for the U S Senate victory after Dave Culberson withdraws leaving Mills versus Chilton. Mills leads on the first ballot with about 95 votes to Chilton’s 35 while 69 are needed. Chilton expected to withdraw upon arrival.
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Austin
Tex
Roger Q. Mills
United States Senate
Dave Culberson
Mills
Chilton
Washington
Dec
Hogg
Arma Against White Caps in Jackson Riot
In Jackson Mississippi on March 16 panters fought white cap vigilantes who dragged a Black man named Williams from his house tied him to a sapling and whipped him 800 lashes before ordering him to leave town Panters fear retaliation and wider impact on the Black population
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Jackson
Miss
Williams
Liggett Myers Tobacco Factory Burned In St Louis
The Liggett & Myers tobacco factory covering half a block at Thirteenth St St Charles St Locust Sts caught fire in the sixth story at 8 a.m. Most of the upper building burned within an hour. Hundreds employed escaped unharmed as crews fought the blaze. Water damage loomed from the heavy hall.
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Liggett & Myers
St. Louis
Thirteenth
St. Charles
Locust Streets
Not Exhibit at World's Fair Says Tariff Costs
New Haven firm Sar gent & Co will skip the World's fair citing tariff burdens. President and mayor explains pig iron ore steel and copper costs are far higher than English rivals, making exhibit unprofitable. Separate Democratic conventions planned in Nashville for Chicago delegates and governor nominees with dates May 20 and August 25.
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Conn
Sargent & Co
Sargent
Nashville
Democratic State Executive Committee
Chicago
New York
Special sale of textiles and goods from receiver's notice
Broad assortment advertised with deep discounts on Sea Island, Bleached Sheeting, and Cashmere fabrics, ribbons, and spring prints. Includes discounted undergarments, gowns, chemises, corset covers, ticking, and ticking prices. Groceries and shoes also offered at low, marked-down prices with emphasis on large quantities and limited-time sale.
Nunnally Trial Deferred At Grifin Georgia
The case against W Nunnally in Spalding superior court was continued as Judge Boynton opened the session. Solicitor Emmet Womack, ill with grip and throat trouble, asked that the matter be passed and it was postponed likely to the August term though an adjourned term may allow a hearing before then.
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GrifFin
Ware
Jai G
Boynton
Spalding Superior Court
W. Nunnally
Mr. Nunnally
Nunnilly
Patrick
Emmet Womack
Effe
Death at Jefferson Claims Dr J M Glenn
Jefferson Ga March 18 Special Dr J M Glenn prominent Mason is dead after brief illness pneumonia. The remains will be interred at the Mason cemetery tomorrow under Masons rites.
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J. M. Glenn
Jefferson, Ga
J. M.glenn
Changed His Mind on Presidential Nomination
New York reports that President Cleveland wrote a decisive letter rejecting a renomination but kept it private to avoid internal party turmoil. Mrs. Cleveland intervened to delay publication and Cleveland’s friends urged him to withdraw the letter after a brief council.
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New York
Cleveland
Associated Press
Orc
Offer of $25 000 to Kill Judge Terry Reported in Fresno
Fresno reports reveal a plot to murder Judge Terry with a $25 000 offer made two months before the killing. Letters mention a former county sheriff and immunity promises, plus an envelope of $500 sent to the writer. The scene included hidden gold coins and jewels, and a guardian found under the carpet.
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Cal
Sarah Althea Terry
Sharon
Terry
Néa
Suteard
da Buqne
Lettres
DaBugne
Ste
Mraz Terry
Behring Sea voyage rumored as Charleston sails from Mare Island
The U S cruiser Charleston left Mare Island without stop and heads toward Behring Sea or San Diego for orders. In Elberton Georgia a house burned Sunday, occupied by a black resident, loss about 700 dollars with no insurance. Charleston mayoral race in turmoil over Sunday law enforcement draws German support and political strife in Charlestons circles. Montgomery railroad talks advance terminal facilities and a new passenger schedule to start April 1. Alabama Republicans endorse Harrison administration and plan state convention to select delegates.
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United States
Charleston
Mare Island
Sandiego
Georgia
Elberton
Charlest Charleston
Ficken
Democratic Party
Alabama
Montgomery
Republican Party
Harrison
UNCLE SAM AND ITALY MAKING UP
Semi official reports indicate the United States plans to recall Minister Porter from Rome and restore diplomatic relations with Italy. Italy may name Baron Fagain as new representative while Porter awaits possible mailed instructions. In Indianapolis March, Porter said he has not received return orders and expects restoration of ties with Italy.
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New York
Harrison
State Department
Wasuinaron
Marco
Porter
Rome
Baron Fagain
Ister Peter
Ixpranapolis, Inc
Porcer
Aljudieuch & Diffuulty
Lam
Emperor William's Malady Raises Berlin Alarm
London reports the Kaiser suffers a worsening ear disease with excruciating pain and brain impact. Officials note insomnia irritability and internal inflammation, amid political turmoil over the School bill and Riots. He remains active publicly despite physicians' warnings.
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Kaiser
Frié Kaiser
the London
Empror
Caprivi
Landtag
State Normal College seeks Peabody funds for revival
Commissioner Bradwell reports to Dr J L M Curry on the Normal College status and plans. He hopes for a three to four thousand dollar Peabody appropriation to repair Rock college building and reopen before commencement with over two hundred students already ready to enroll. Chancellor Beggs remains optimistic about a bright future for the school.
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Peabody Trustees
Bradwell
State Normal College
J. L. M. Curry
Peabody Fund
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Rock College
City Coucil
Beggs
Evhool
Curry
Peabody
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Dispensary Report to Council to Be Made
Commissioners ready to present the dispensary report to the council as required. Records show monthly profits near one thousand dollars and pure liquor after analysis by Dr H C White. The system is described as businesslike and generally successful under the dispensary regime.
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Commission
H. C. White
Change of receivers for Blue Ridge and Atlantic railroad
Bondholders in New York filed in Atlanta federal court seeking a receiver. Judge Newman named Lorraine auditor as receiver, superseding Wellborn appointee J W Bigham. Bondholders deposited funds to cover Hodgson Bros and other petitioners’ claims. Lorraine to operate the road pending settlement.
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Blue Ridge & Atlantic Railroad
New York
United States District Court
Atlanta
Newman
Lorraine
J. W. Bigham
Wellborn
Messrs. Hodgson
Money Recovered From Doorsteps After Theft
The article reports that most of Mrs. E. G. Walthall’s stolen money was found under the Steedley House doorsteps yesterday morning. Only about $1.80 remains missing, believed hidden by a boy who discovered the concealment. The suspected thief is described as a colored child.
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E. G. Walthall
Steedley
Tillman Ready for War as Campaign Heats Up
Columbia S C March 18 Tillman girds for battle in the upcoming political fray saying he will not have an easy walk but intends to win. The Richmond Terminal is gradually changing its officers.
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Athens
Max Joseph
Tillman
Olumuia
S.C
Richmond
A New Livery Stable Opens on Thomas Street
Mr J Z Cooper, the veteran stableman who recently sold his stables to Mesers Elder and Booth, has rebuilt a fine stable and offices on Thomas street and will soon resume the livery stable business, promising a successful return.
Republican District Convention in Athens Today
The Eight District Republicans meet in Athens to select delegates for the State convention in Atlanta next month. Clarke County faces a split with two delegations claiming seats. Possible delegates include Madison Davis and Pink Morton.
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Athens
Atlanta
Clarke County
Madison Davis
Pink Morton
Prisoners Sentenced at Madison Court Taken to Col Smith Farm
Yesterday morning four convicts from Madison court were moved to Col Smith's farm in Oglethorpe county. Evans received ten years for insanity dodge, Lee Pulliam was jailed ten years for assault with intent to murder, Jessie Harris to serve for stabbing his wife, and Joe Matthews for burglary.
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Madison Court
Col. Smith
Oglethorpe County
Evans
Dodge
Lee Pulliam
Jessie Harris
Joe Matthews
Rev L I Smith Leads Baptismal Revival at Hill's First Baptist
A revival at Hill's First Baptist Church led by Rev L I Smith has drawn growth over weeks. Thirty candidates are to be baptized this Sunday the 20th at a pond prepared by M B McGinty and Company on West Road Street near Knox’s School House.
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Hill
First Baptist Church
L. I. Smith
M.“B. McGinty
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