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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1887
Page
1
Fragmented OCR notes from a Pennsylvania convention report discuss Dr McGlynn and the Socialists, party nominations for state treasurer and supreme judge, and a platform endorsing voter referendums on prohibition, tariff, and labor protections. The text mixes policy goals, immigration limits, and calls for strengthening native labor protections.
The United Labor delegates gathered in New York to formalize their list of regular delegates, with representations from various groups and a focus on unity within the labor movement. Attendees reportedly approved ballot procedures and heard remarks from key figures as debates over loyalty and party alignment continued.
Narrative reports a violent highway ambush near Bowling Green with Deputy Cothran shot and a manhunt underway, followed by a city-wide effort by African American voters in Murfreesboro to organize and seek representation in city offices and boards. The piece also notes a sheriff’s transport of a prisoner and ongoing pursuit in nearby towns.
In San Francisco the United States circuit court received Senator Leland Stanford's answer to the Pacific railroad commission petition. Stanford says information was prepared and supplied, but he declines to answer questions about money used to influence legislation connected with the Central Pacific railway. He accuses the commission of hostility and personal enmity, and asserts government probes should not extend to property beyond government ties. Governor Pattison sent a dispatch to President Cleveland noting ongoing discussions and seeking judgment on actions regarding the commission's investigation.
In a rural district a respected colored preacher Richard Nant faced a revival that stalled over lights and expense. He allegedly stole four cows from a neighbor, sold them in Nashville for fifteen dollars, and resumed his preaching as locals awaited the converts. He was jailed in Saekshlie and the case stunned the community while federal notes and navy yard orders news followed with Treasury bond offerings and yard upgrades.
A Louisville delegation led by Hon. J. A. McNenzie presented an urgent invitation from Governor Knutt to the president to visit Louisville during his western tour. The president expressed interest and pledged to spend a few hours if feasible, with General A. B. Stevenson presenting the invitation.
A Baltimore and Ohio freight train derailed at a sharp curve near Chatsworth, smashing a brick signal tower and a nearby house. The engine rolled over, steam blasted from the wreck, and eighteen to twenty passengers were rescued with multiple injuries. Firemen, police, and doctors rushed to aid. several workers including the signal tower operator Haley were injured. A coroner’s inquest pursued blame for the disaster with jurors divided on responsibility.
In Indiana near Glenwood an elderly woman Amanda Barker saved a fast east bound train by signaling from the track as a burning wooden bridge collapsed behind it. Passengers praised her courage, and a fund formed to reward her. officials planned a substantial gift if all passenger names are gathered.
A Winnipeg dispatch says Canadian Pacific sent men and roadbed material to Morris to build a spur, blocking the Red River Valley line. An open clash between railway forces is anticipated as both sides rush to secure territory and hinder progress.
Denver reports an Ute uprising near Meeker as Sheriff Kendall brings four Colorow men for talks. Indians seek fifteen days to reach Utah and demand an escort. two whites wounded. U S Marshal Hill asks Crook for troops while federal forces mobilize toward Glenwood Springs. Reports of conflict linger amid official caution and troop movements.
Unclear fragment notes an Eastor Bunith who shot Caldwell on Monday and was discharged while an indictment was mentioned. The text is garbled and lacks coherent details or context beyond the shooting reference.
An August report from Sante Mich recounts Tenest Scholtz and family’s sale into slavery after emigrating from Germany, their eighteen months of hard labor, and a perilous escape. Separately, dispatches claim explorer Henry M. Stanley was massacred by natives, but officials in Brussels and Zanzibar dispute the reports, calling them unlikely.
The Journal de St. Petersauburg reports Russia's embassy in Constantinople filed a protest with the Porte over Prince Ferdinand occupying the Bulgarian throne. It argues he violated powers' rights and questions Berlin treaty defenses, while German and French actions in Sofia and Bulgaria show cautious official stance.
An Albuquerque dispatch reports a search party for missing man Bi roprat was fired upon near Holbrook. Three cowboys died John Paine W B Gillespie and G F Tucker wounded and Tucker died later. The party seeks bodies amid fears of further violence.
Ex hotel clerk H C Sitz was arrested for attempted blackmail after sending an anonymous note to saloon keeper James O Keefe demanding 150 dollars to avoid reporting liquor sales on Sunday. He was caught at the Wilson house while claiming a package believed to contain the money. He had good character prior and posted bond.
Gallantry acceptance note from Governor Richardson under a 1861 joint resolution awards a gold medal to Gene N. G. Evans of the Confederate Army for bravery at Gettysburg Iowa? The medal helps mark a lone state tribute to a late war hero.
Baseball results from Metropolitans, Baltimore, Athletics, Dodgers, and Giants with scattered innings and errors. Races at Saratoga report winners Mattie Laurain and Grizett plus times. Charles Page arrested near Fernandeslied after tying to extract money from a bank Cartier scheme.
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