12 Apr 1893
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1893
Page
1
In Washington a two hour session saw Senator Hoar’s pledge to push an open investigation into a North Dakota Democrat defaulter charges, while Democrats warned against selective scrutiny. the issue skewers Senate politics and potential adjournment clashes as the chamber weighs further actions.
President nominates Daniel Morgan of Connecticut as treasurer and Conrad Jordan of New York as assistant treasurer. Henry V. Johnson of Colorado named district judge. William A. Row of Utah to probate judge. Daniel Browning of Iowa to Indian affairs commissioner. Frank Armstrong of Washington to assistant Indian affairs commissioner. Edward Strobel of New York named third assistant secretary. Conrad N. Jordan and Cleve land figures discussed in broader confirmations.
At the White House Senator Gorman interviewed President Cleveland and WesCtinleys Washington. Gorman reported ten to fifteen minutes with Cleveland, who hoped to have several nominations considered by the Senate by the end of next week. Cleveland greeted Governor Vichumes of Ohio with a cordial exchange. Cleveland offered sympathy on business woes, and the talk touched on partisan defense.
The Southern Afternoon Press Association gathered in Washington to call on Secretary of the Interior Synth yesterday afternoon. Delegates from Atlanta Journal, Houston Chronicle, Roanoke World, Chattanoogan, Richmond State, Norfolk Public Ledger, and Savannah Press joined the roundtable briefing as editors met the new administration and discussed policy and access to the Interior Department.
April 11 The War Department received a request for troop dispatch to Antlers from Indian Agent Bennett. General Vites quoted Captain Guthrie to lead Company Fourth Infantry with about forty-one men, expected to reach Antlers soon. Dispatches suggest Bennett’s telegrams indicate movement will proceed once troops arrive. Lamont stayed in New York to meet Tammany figures before returning to Washington, amid chatter about Willian Foucher for the New York collectorship and Tammany ties.
Chicago April 11 reports an intense wheat market scene as Pardridge the Chicago Plunger drew heavy pressure from the bull clique led by John Cudaby. Brokers flooded in driving up May wheat price before a late retreat, with Pardridge facing huge margin calls and potential losses near a million dollars.
In Albany on April 11 William Howe of New York City met private with Governor Flower to present Carlyn W artis case He said the governor would study it but could not estimate when a decision might come A Chicago note reports the strike at the worst fair ground now quiet as workers return and officials avoid comment on an earlier agreement.
Savannah dispatch reports Henry Crawford for Richmond Terminal filed two motions under the Rowena Clarke bill challenging Receiver Comer and the reorganization orders. The court adjourned to resume at 10:30 tomorrow as Crawford pressed to annul the receivership and void loan authorizations. Comer left for Macon while Terminal allies vow to fight to protect vast Central stock interests.
A rapid transit commission meeting at William Stansay's home considered John M. Bowers's view on H T Wilson & Co's underground line plan. The bankers sought private capital for 50 million dollars, with city credit for 45 million, tying construction to terms debated after legal questions about city involvement and fourteenth street start.
A color man and his wife Alka are accused of killing a young boy and attempting suicide after a brutal attack. Bradley and his wife later died after ingesting rat poison and attempting self harm as neighbors found the scene. The couple were respected in the community prior to the tragedy.
A mob seized John Hudson after an assault on Mrs Tom Fist, dragged him toward the National hotel, but halted the lynching after Mrs Crost identified him. Citizens protested and the plan collapsed. two bystanders were wounded by accidental pistol fire during the turmoil at the jail yard.
In Little Rock Arkansas on April 11 Frank Hicks accused of murdering John Clayton will face preliminary examination tomorrow at 10 o clock in Morriston after the arrival of the train from the eupheriit. Deputy Burkhardt is in charge and witnesses will be limited to Burkhardt. If warranted the grand jury will be summoned for a thorough investigation to prevent university excitement during the preliminary proceedings.
New York April 11 The will of Hilot F Shepard filed by probate shows an estate valued at about 850000 realty and 300000 personal property. Trustees of the New York Presbytery allocated 100000 for general religious work and 5000 for Seventh Presbyterian Church. Widow receives real estate and children receive residue. cyclone at Page City Missouri reports three dead and many injured as hailstorm damages buildings and roofs at 9:00 pm local time.
London reports a gas coal pit explosion near Pontypridd Wales trapping hundreds of workers. Rescue attempts were hindered by smoke and foul air as flames spread and miners remain unaccounted for with little hope of survivors.
News from Greeneville reports a blaze in a remote mill area killed BF W Heusler his wife a grandson and a twelve year old son. Authorities believe the house burned Sunday night and the fire may be linked to family feuds or vengeance with several suspects under investigation.
In Richmond Virginia April 11 Major Elligson and the reception committee from the Chamber of Commerce are arranging a pleasant entertainment program for the governors and other distinguished visitors. About thirty visitors are expected as plans are not yet final, but Virginia hospitality is highlighted amid evolving arrangements.
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