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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1900

Page

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Kentucky waits for Taylor to act on Louisville agreement

In Frankfort, Governor Taylor delayed signing the Louisville agreement as party leaders debated election law language and suspected Republican surrender claims. A late conference with Judge Yost and Brigadier General Lindsey followed, with no final action expected before week’s end.

Frankfort Taylor Kentucky Louisville Yost Fairleigh Bradley W. ¢. P. Breckin Ridge Augustus E Wilson Barr Wilson Judge Yost Dan Lindsey Immedilally Loulaville Boston

Assassin Suspect in Goebel Case Nome Peoria Figure

Peoria police pursue a stranger named George F Ahlers alleging Kentucky links and threats to kill Governor Goebel before election. He claimed Hoffman and Ahlers ties in Cincinnati and hinted a relative of Goebel's victim planned the crime, with others ready to act if he failed. He left Peoria recently, details unclear.

Gachet Goebel Goebels Govenor Peoria Kentucky

Democrats Leave Cincinnati in Wake of London Proceedings

In Cincinnati today February 7 the last Democratic Kentucky lawmakers departed for Louisville amid late guard tensions. Absentees at London face arrest for sergeant at arms actions as Governor Taylor resists, prompting expected enforcement against Democratic members.

London Cincinnati Kentucky Louisville Bose Taylor

Senator Bacon Refrains From Work on Doctor Order

Washington reports say Senator Bacon remains at rest after doctors diagnosed excessive talking and fever. He must stay quiet to let his fractures heal, while Georgia delegates touring him found communication limited. No serious condition noted, but rest is required.

Washington Bacon Georgia Sullivan Mississippi White House McLaurin South Carolina Philippine Commission Senate Will Taft Ohio Bartlett Stewart Henry County W B Lowe Atlanta Cochran Lowe

Funeral Plans For Governor Goebel In Frankfort

Frankfort February seventh funeral rites for Governor Goebel will begin at noon tomorrow in the Capitol hotel parlors. A police headed procession will precede active pallbearers and relatives to the cemetery on the hill with a route past Capitol grounds discussed due to fears of unrest. The program includes prayers, addresses by Dr Mann Dr Schmitt and others, music by Jessie Caldwell and a final benediction before returning to the Capitol hotel square.

Frankfort Goebel Capitol Hotel Committee of Arrangements Capitol Capitol Grounds Dr Mann Jessie B Caldwell Schmitt William Stanley T N. Arnold Dr Schmitt William Sabley America J C Blackburn Governor Beckham Zach Phelps James Andrew Scott McC

London session chaos as Taylor urged to defy the law

London tonight centers on Kentucky legislative fate as rumors of Governor Taylor signing the conference agreement stir unrest. Supporters urge firm stand while a Frankfort telegram says he has not signed. House and Senate sessions are brief amid rain and security as fate of the agreement awaits tomorrow's moves.

London Kentucky Tyylor Taylor Frankfort Senate House Tienenauer

Funeral for Local Leader Prepares as Parade Chief Offer

The body will rest in a vault awaiting site selection for grave and monument. An invitation went to General John B Castleman of Louisville to serve as parade chief marshal. he declined strength limits but will attend if weather permits. About 10,000 people are expected.

John B. Castleman Louisville Castleman

Crowds See the Waxen Face at Goebel's Lying-in-State

Governor Goebel's remains are brought to Frankfort from Covington and laid in state in the Capitol's west wing reception room. Thousands file by the waxen features in a drizzle and then steady rain, with workers, families, and officials paying final respects amid quiet ceremony and floral tributes.

Frankfort Goebel Covington Capitol Dehoney Gocbet Honor Reom Sanaa Crankfort Goebels Fleming Jessamine Campbell Fayette Shelby

Mississippi Bids for Foreign Capital in Factories

Mississippi officials push for foreign investment in manufacturing. A concurrent resolution exempts all cotton and woolen factories established hereafter from taxation for ten years. A poll shows the measure will pass the house.

Mississippi Jackson Miss Nmissisippi Iy

Train Leaves Indiana for Washington Funeral Train

General Lawton's funeral train departed Indianapolis early this morning bound for Washington. Mrs Lawton Manley and three daughters traveled with relatives, while troopers accompanied the body guard. Also notes Lisbon reports bubonic plague elimination and port quarantine lift.

General Lawton Washington Indianapolis Ind Lawton Union Station Pennslvania Manley Lisbon Oporta

Bryan welcomed by old soldiers in Plainfield New Jersey

Colonel Bryan addressed a large enthusiastic audience at Carnegie Music Hall under the auspices of Hancock Post 239 Grand Army of the Republic New York February 7 with over 1 000 in attendance He spoke on pending problems and income tax and noted the war’s lasting impact and the nation’s need to support producers while upholding equality under the declaration of independence He described the court decree that affects income tax collection and emphasized civil unity.

New York Bryan Carnegie Music Hall Winfield Scott Hancock Grand Army of the Republic Department of New York Mr Bryan Hogg O P H Belmont Tom L. Johnston Dewe Miles Merritt Parkhurst Amos J Cummings Albert HH Shaw Supreme Court

Income tax advocate cites judges blocking reform

A speaker rails against a Supreme Court ruling as paralyzing government during wartime demand for revenue. He pledges to continue agitating for constitutional amendment to authorize an income tax, arguing it will remove power from judges and protect the struggling public.

Bryan Reaches Plainfield in NJ For Speech With 1500 Plus Attendees

W J Bryan spoke to over 1500 people in Musc hall Plainfield after arriving by Central Railroad from Jersey City with Congressmen Daly and John S Hellman. A brass band led a packed procession from Cedarbrook farm where an informal luncheon was held, then to Musi hall where 200 men were introduced. He warned against dropping the money question, urged adherence to democratic principles, and noted his stronger Western support.

Bryan New Jersey Town New York W J Bryan Musc_ hall Plainfield H J Daly John S Hellman Jersey City Central Railroad Mr Bryan Cedarbrook Farm James E .Martin Musi Republican Party West England Democratic Party

Seaboard Argument Closes on Charter for Road to Washington

Richmond February 7 The Seaboard Air Lines bill to build a chartered road from Richmond to Washington paralleling the Richmond Fredericksburg and Petersburg road drew close votes before the senate committee on roads tonight at midnight An executive session will be held tomorrow afternoon when the vote will likely be taken The committee appears nearly evenly divided The chamber was packed with interest and at times exciting President John Williams of the Seaboard and E T D Myers of the RF&P were leading speakers Senator Flood the bill's patron also supported the measure

Richmond Seaboard Air Lines Washington Richmond Fredericksburg Petersburg Senate Committee On Roads Senate John Willams Beaboard E T D Myers Fredericksburg Flood

Indiana Desperado Shot by Anderson Marshal

Pendleton street encounter ends in death as Marshal Cook shoots Joe Richardson after Richardson draws a revolver resisting arrest. Richardson, a former highway robber, killed on the street. warrant issued by a Tennessee court.

Joe Richardson Anderson Pendleton Marshal Cook Richardsons Tlinais Richardson Anc Richardson Richardson State Penitentiary

Louisville Republicans Stand Up To Taylor

Louisville Republicans rally at Music Hall with a 600 attendance. Resolutions pledge support for Governor Taylor against the peace agreement and dispute published terms. Lt Governor John Marshall notes errors in reports and cites no business disruptions beyond political headquarters.

Louisville Music Hill Taylor John Marshall Music Hall Marshall Lberty Itaiuty

Buller Holds Position on Tugela in Bold British Advance

London reports Buller has gained a footing on the Tugela plateau after days of fierce fighting. Me thuen advances against the Boer right, while MacDonald threatens the flank to ease pressure. Roberts marches on Bloemfontein as Gatacre faces Boer attacks at Sterkstroom. Militia mobilization and coast defenses update the war effort.

London Buller Tugela Lord Methuen MacDonlad Lord Roberts Bloemfontein

Buller’s forces attack Boer left at Brakfontein ridge

Under General Buller the operation targets Brakfontein positions near Potgietere. Eleventh brigade led by Colonel Wynne executes a dawn demonstration across the veld with seven artillery batteries. At 4 pm the main assault pushes the Durham Light Infantry to Vaatkrantz and General Hildwards brigade to the higher ridges as both sides exchange heavy shelling and rifle fire. The general and troops bivouac on the field.

Buller Brakfontein Potgietere Lrft Schiet Bkiet Drf Wynne Braktfontein Nioclock Splonkop Durham Light Infantry Vaatkrantz Gerera Hildwards

War Balloon Aids British in Boer War Efforts

The war balloon at Spearman’s Camp proves a valuable adjunct, making daily ascents to gather Boer positions. Boer forces unleash heavy shrapnel as they attempt to destroy the balloon. British artillery covers infantry withdrawal amid intense shelling. Boers suffer heavy losses as ambulances move away from the affected front near Splenkop and Stewarts Kop, east of Togela, after the Krantz Kloof capture, with a stalled advance Monday due to Goer fire.

Spearmans Camp Splenkop Stewarts Kop Togela Potgieters Drift Krantz Kloof

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Louisvill Ohio River Democrats Willa Goebel Indiana Dewey Plainfield, N. J Ladysmith and Seaboard Gatacre Sterkstroom Butlers Ladysmith Cpnsal Bulter Spionkop Doorm Kioo War Office I S Comaary
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