Plans of the President Delayed by Chicago Return
In a stay of nominations, the President will not name candidates until he returns from Chicago. No nominations are planned while abroad.
20 Apr 1893
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1893
Page
1
In a stay of nominations, the President will not name candidates until he returns from Chicago. No nominations are planned while abroad.
Washington dispatch outlines President's focus on government work over office seekers with no new appointments this week. It notes Gresham and Quiney aiming for strong foreign representation, Myrick’s consul bid progress, and Cleveland's Chicago engagements as the Administration weighs gold reserves, potential extra sessions, and currency reform amid cabinet dynamics.
Oates of Alabama says the president may recognize the Farmers' Alliance if Democrats who backed Kolb switch back to the regular ticket. He warns that remaining with Kolb or third parties could doom current office chances under the administration.
Washington reports a considerable rise in gold holdings with daily inflows. Secretary Carlyle announced 1.716 million dollars in free gold from the West and exchange for small notes, while banks may supply more to meet current demand. Bonds likely only as a last resort.
The fifth annual convention of state railway commissioners met at the Interstate Commerce Commission building in Washington. Delegates from various associations gathered as permanent organization was formed with Woodrum of Connecticut as chair. Reports on reasonable rates and safety appliances were presented and adopted. action on congressional safety measures was discussed.
Chicago April 10 The Journal prints a detailed piece on the potential manufacture of silver coins from standard metal in exact imitation. If operable, counterfeiters could profit from the margin between bullion value and legal tender, with estimates of 40 to 45 percent gross profit.
Sensation in Tacoma and Portland as investigators probe wholesale smuggling of Chinese and Japanese people under cover of World’s Fair participation. Officials, port authorities, and ship captains face accusations of accepting bribes to permit landings and fake identities, with hundreds of passports and a major cargo ship scrutinized.
Disturbed guests at the Waldorf watched as 140 waiters pressed for higher pay. After a meeting with manager Rohit, the staff agreed to a wage rise from 25 to 33 per month for most, and 40 per day for private room waiters. A committee aims to extend the increase to other hotel proprietors.
A strong earthquake shook Athens and Zante causing hourly disturbances and a noon shock that repeated pauses. Historic buildings in Poris boxenlo Saumi and nearby areas collapsed while telegraph fire damage occurred. The harbor seethed as a large crane broken over the waterfront. the Iron warship Inflexible arrived with crew.
Mrs Annra Rus, widow of General WO Hancock, lies seriously ill at her New York home after a complication of diseases. Doctors report she faces a critical 24 hours as her condition remains grave despite strong constitution.
A mid April cyclone tore through Jasper and Clarke counties near Barnett and caused severe destruction. Buildings were demolished, residents injured or killed, and a plantation was swept clean. A water tank and telegraph lines were toppled, with widespread damage to cabins and homes as the storm moved northeast toward the Mobile and Ohio lines.
News from Flavog in Fumrohs Valley Arkansas reports a fearsome cyclone that swept Fourche valley and Bolles, killing seven and destroying buildings, fences, and trees. Rail and telegraph outages delayed word as residents, mainly small farmers, face loss and hunger with no immediate prospect of rebuilding.
Reports from Montgomery reveal a severe cyclone swept Midland County on the Alabama Midland railroad today. The storm destroyed part of the town and caused extensive damage across the area with heavy rain and debris.
A devastating cyclone hit Osage City Kansas around 4 a m destroying about forty buildings on the south side of the Santa Fe tracks. Telegraph and telephone lines are down and debris fills the streets. Damages are estimated at 850000 with several fatalities including Henry Phrsh near Lyndon as the cyclone tore through the area.
New York April 19 Richard Croker bought the race horse Longstreet in a sale that surprised racers. Mc Dwyer sold him for about 25000, with plans that the horse would join Milton Young after retirement. Croker will send Longstreet to Belle Mead to race alongside horses owned by Croker and General Jackson.
A union advisory committee and Toledo area engineers move to settle the longtime strike. Negotiations focus on reemployment terms and protection for safe property during the dispute. Reports also note yacht and club rumors around Rockefeller and contemporaries, plus a brief note on local fire losses in New Orleans and political votes in the U.S. Senate.
A report from the Players' Club details Booth's fatal decline after years of overwork. Superintendent McGonnegle found the actor unconscious in bed as doctors treated a paralytic stroke, with officials noting a likely fatal setback and a history of multiple attacks beginning with Othello in Rochester.
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