Senate Debates Peckham Nomination Deepens Party Split
Washington February 15 Special The Senate spent hours debating Peckham’s nomination to the Supreme Court. A final vote was postponed to tomorrow as many senators prepared lengthy speeches. Polls showed a probable defeat, with 48 against and 31 for Peckham, while absentees and paired votes could shift the result.
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Silver Question Sparks House Debate and Lynchpin Seigniorage Fight
Congressional debate centers on silver and seigniorage with Northern and Southern factions clashing. News notes progress on public buildings for Newport Kentucky and Brockton Massachusetts as a broader economic struggle over monetary policy continues.
Boatner Plans Civil Service Reform and Oates Campaign
Washington, February 15. Mr. Boatner of Louisiana proposes to end life tenure in the civil service, limit service to two six year terms with competitive reappointment, and open the final term to examination. Colonel Oates of Alabama announces a gubernatorial campaign launch at Athens Limestone County. Secretary Gresham’s pension status and a Washington dinner for notable figures are noted, along with stock market chatter and political maneuvering in the Senate.
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MeLAN SWORN EN ny DIE Requiring the Betas Ste Build Depota
The article notes a Mississippi state scene with newly sworn members and credentials in the chamber. It mentions oath administration by the vice president and introductions among associates on both sides. It references unfinished business and a rail bill tied to station maintenance and teams, amid Senate opposition.
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Bond Sale Boosts U S Gold Reserves in Early February
Treasury figures show a sharp rise in the gold stock from bonds issued, with the balance in the gold treasury at 105 million on February 1 and 164 million the previous month, while the total treasury assets near 791 million. Expenditures have outpaced receipts by about 48.5 million for the first seven and a half months, with a projected year-end deficit of 88 million, though signs of revenue recovery appear in internal taxes.
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John Wheane Convicted of Election Law Violations at Gravesend
In Gravesend Brooklyn on February 13 John Y MecKane was found guilty by a jury of election law violations with a mercy recommendation. The defense noted absence of counsel and a motion for a new trial was not made. Sentencing ranges up to two years. McKane plans an appeal and bail request next week.
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Riker Petition Denied for Pro Rata Bond Share
Judge Bradley of the district supreme court refused to grant Carrol L. Riker of Chicago a mandamus to compel Secretary Carlisle to issue him a pro rata share of the 50 million dollar bonds. Judge Lindley said he had no authority and Secretary Carlisle’s power was discretionary in the matter.
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Lawson elected AP president at Chicago meeting
Chicago February 13. At a meeting of the board of directors of the Associated Press Victor I Lawson was elected president. Horace White of The New York Evening Post named vice president. A H Belo of The Galveston News and Dating News second vice president. Melville E Stone secretary and general manager. Charles & Biehl assistant secretary and assistant general manager. George Sechner der treasurer.
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Elated royalists and Honolulu politics shake to calm
Long dispatch from San Francisco to Honolulu recounts annexation club action, royalist hopes, and minister Willis's position. Reports on Blount and Davis investigations, Carter's removal from Brewer Co, and Dole's strong reaction to U S policy. Tense exchange highlights American influence and Hawaiian governance.
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Presidents Letter Reply On Attitude Toward Annexation
From Honolulu dispatches dated February 15 detailing President Dole's long reply to Minister Willis about the United States stance toward Hawaii. Dole defines attitude as bearing and posture and explains reasons for annexation negotiations. He notes a treaty with the provisional government was presented to the Senate and mentions appointing Tom Blount spear as a new official.
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Outrage in Paris tied to wide anarchist plot says papers
Paris reports detail Emile Henry's cafe bombing at the Hotel Terminus injuring twenty four. Authorities link the attack to a London planned conspiracy with twenty three men, including Henry, assigned to strike and reveal Henry’s communications with suspect Dr. Paul Reiclus. Henry remains reticent under examination by Judge Meyer as he cites no names or residence details.
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Levee Breach Reported Near Horn Lake Landing
A report from Memphis on February 15 states the Horn Lake landing levee broke yesterday, eroding about 6,000 acres of land worth thousands. Water pours into the lake at a high rate, risking a river channel shift that could flood the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley railroad tracks. Lakeville, a nearby resort town on a high bluff, is said to be safe from inundation.
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A Stockman Murdered near Alice Texas
Severo Garcia prominent Starr county stockman missing days. buried horse and saddle found. both riders shot with Garcia showing three bullet holes in left side and one in head. Captains Rogers and rangers arrest John Cameron Will Bennett of Alice and Ben Bennett of Starr county. pursuit to Rio Grande City with witnesses.
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