League and Chamber Plan to Secure City Candidacy
The league for reform seeks to recruit capable men to run for city office. Many potential candidates have been approached and declined. Captain Neal approves the plan and says the chamber of commerce will aid in securing strong, active men for public office. The committee is a representative group of businessmen, deemed essential for the upcoming election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League
Neal
T. B. Neal
Chamber of Commerce
Ida Barnett Addresses Lynching Crisis in New York
In New York on February 11 a 400 person gathering at the African Methodist Episcopal Zion church discussed lynching of the Negro. Hosted by the American African council of New York, with Bishop A Walters presiding, the platform was filled with colored clergy. Ida Wells-Barnett, head of the council’s anti Lynching bureau, spoke over an hour on experiences shaping public sentiment to organize the council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida Barnett
New York
African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church
Typographical Union Nominations Named for May Election
Indianapolis February wh B Donnelly announces nominations by local unions for national officers to be elected by referendum by May 1. President nominees include Donnelly Lynch and Prescott with Buriton Hastings Lefingwell Hays Hawkins Hommes and others. Secretary treasurer John W Barnwood is incumbent. The presidential race pits Lynch against Donnelly.
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Typographical Union
Indianapolis
Ind
Wh. B. Donnelly
Te International Typographical Union
Donnelly
J. Ms. Lynch
Syracuse
W. B. Prescott
First View
M. T. Burton
Memphis
Tenn
D. B. Hastings
Hamilton
Ont
John W. Hays
Minneapolis
Mina
C. I. Hawkins
Chicago
E. Hommes
Columbus
L Lefingwell
J. M. Lynch
B. G. Stephenson
Dallas
Tex
W. C. Walters
Wilmington
Del
G. H. Russell
Chattanooga
W. S. Whitmore
St. Louis
John W. Barnwood
Lynch
Man Charged In Jasper Lynching Plot Transfer to Birmingham
In Jasper Alabama Mrs Dad Stevens reports an assault at her home about 1 am by white man Charles Haynes who had an ax and warned her against crying out. She identified him as the suspect after capture at Calumet mines. A lynching danger prompted Probate Judge Shepherd to move Haynes to Birmingham for safety.
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Jasper
Irmingham
Ala
Dad Stevens
Charles Haynes
Haynes
Calumet Mines
Stevens
Shepherd
Birmingham
O'Rear
Cordova
Joseph Jefferson Arrives in Augusta for Winter Stay
Special report notes famed actor Joseph Jefferson, with wife and son, arriving in Augusta and planning to remain at the Hotel Bon Air on the Mile for the season. He travels from Palm Beach, Florida, where he spends part of each winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Jefferson
Augusta
Joseph Jefferson
My Beautiful Baby Boy by Lydia Pinkham Letters
Letters from grateful women describe successful pregnancies and childbirth after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Mrs Maypa Finnix of Roscoe New York reports a healthy baby boy and joy at home. Mrs Lane of Many Lane Coytee Tenn notes relief from pain and Whites and credits the medicine with bringing a baby girl and easier recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia FE
Pinkham
Many Lane
Coytee
Tenn, la
Free Trade With Islands Urged In Senate Debate
In Washington, February 1, the Senate resumed discussion of the Philippine question after finishing a financial measure. Senator Bacon introduced a resolution on U S policy toward the Philippines. Senator McEnery opposed permanent acquisition and urged relinquishment once authority is asserted. Senator Stewart pressed free admission of goods from island possessions and spoke against imperialism, arguing Jefferson Monroe and others shaped a path to local self government. The Hawaii bill reading followed as senators debated duties and governance, with conferees named for the financial bill and the chamber adjourning at 3 20 p m until Monday.
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Washington
Senate
Bacon
United States
Philippine Islands
MacEnery
Louisiana
MckEnery
Stewart
Hawaii
MsWuery
Kentucky
Philippines
McEnery
Congress
Jefferson
Monroe
Jackson
Polk
Louisiana Purchase
Florida
California
Taft
Republican
Democratic Party
Porto Rico
Rome
Gad
Island
House
Aldrich
Allison
Jones
Arkansas
Democratic Senators Hold Conference On Island Policy
Washington February 16 Democratic senators caucused to discuss opposition to Republican policy on the island possessions and related legislation. The talk was general and no definite plan emerged. The caucus committee was told to confer with House Democrats to seek unity of action.
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Washington
United States
House
Indorsements push railway mall clerks pay bill
Amid broad backing from postal authorities and key lawmakers, a Tawney introduced bill to reclassify railway mall clerks and raise their salaries. Richardon spoke on clerks’ hardships, urging justice, with Livingston and General Grosvenor among supporters. The measure appears likely to advance as proponents defend its aims.
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Tawney
Quinnesota
Mr. Tawney
Richardson
Livingston
Grosvenor
Alabama primaries today in Walker Dale counties
Birmingham Feb 16 special voters in Walker and Dale counties vote in Democratic primaries to nominate county officials and legislators. Dale county to select for senatorial district and Morgan aligned candidates favored. Walker expected to back Morgan. Leading figures include Tom L Leng, Leroy Williams, and Gerganes with Gates as candidate in Dale. Interest seen as largely discounted beforehand.
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Walker and
Dale
Birmingham
Ala
Walker and Dale
Dale County
Geneva
Henry
Walker County
Morgan
Tom L. Leng
Leroy Williams
Mr. Gerganes
Johnston
General Gates
Will
The Mercury Tumbles in Cold Wave Hits City
The mercury rose to 38 degrees during the day then plunged 34 degrees as a cold wave struck. By 1 am the reading stood at 24 degrees. Weather bureau warned of continued cold with a promise of no warmth today and possible snow by morning.
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Mercury
Weather Bureau
Aeryone
Price on My Head Cries Molineux
New York February 14 Roland B. Molineux was sentenced to die at Sing Sing during the week of March 26 for the murder of Mrs Katharine J Adams He testified he was innocent and blamed yellow journalism for placing a price on his head He asked for a new trial outlining ten grounds and defended himself against the evidence he claimed was misapplied and misinterpreted He denounced the district attorney for vilifying his name and said he would not accept fundraising funds.
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New York
Roland B. Molineux
Sing Sing
Katharine J. Adams
Weeks
Goff
Molneux
Molineux
Miss Miller
Mr. Koch
Harry Cornish
Nicholas Heckmann
Yellow Journalism
Heckmann
General Molineux
Montana Senate Hearings Delve Into Clark Campaign Ties
Washington reports reveal dramatic testimony in the Clark campaign inquiry. Walker Cooper, Clark manager from Bozeman, and Fred Winston testifying about alleged influences and money linked to the Wellcome disbarment case and Daly faction. Cooper recalls debts and hotel bills paid by Clark's son Charley while Hartman questions private finances.
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Washington
Clark
Walker Cooper
Hartman
Bozeman
Fred J. Winston
New York
Broker Kerr
Mark Hewitt
State Supreme Court of
Montana
Wellcome
Winston
Hewitt
Supreme Court
Daly
Whiteside
Senate
Chandler
Foster
Johnson
Cooper
Bridges
Hig
Charley
Molineux Enters Sing Sing Death Cell in Calm Demeanor
Rotana B. Molineux arrived at Sing Sing prison and was placed in the death house after a station crowd watched his transfer. He met his father, brother, and lawyer Battle, offering a firm farewell and saying goodbye governor. General Molineux showed brave resolve amid the expected ordeal.
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Goodby
Sing Sing
N. Y
B. Molineux
Molineux
Battle
New York
Escape of AP correspondent from Ladysmith to Durban
The Associated Press reporter fled Ladysmith on February 7 guided by a native. He dodged Boer patrols, crawled over rough trails for miles, hid in native huts by day, moved at night, and crossed the Tugela river to reach Chieveley then traveled by train to Durban on February 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Ladysmith
Tugela
Chieveley
Durban
General Molineux Declines Fund For Son Defense
New York February 14 General Edward Leslie Molineux father of Roland B. Molineux, condemned to death for Mrs Katharine Adams murder, issues a public statement. He says he would not accept or offer funds to aid his son's defense, citing dignity and propriety while noting he bears all burdens God places on him.
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Molineux
New York
Edward Leslie Molineux
Roland B. Molineux
Katharine J. Adams
Courare
Rotana Burnham Molineux
Guaranteed Cure for Piles PAZO OINTMENT Ad
A guaranteed pile remedy promises refund if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure any case. Cures most in six to fourteen days with one application giving instant itch relief. Sold with a positive guarantee no cure no pay. Price five cents. mail order available. Manufactured in St Louis by Faris Medicine Co.
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Manufac
Faris
Medicine
St. Lewisgate
Relief of Kimberley Still Uncertain Says London Dispatch
London February 16 145 p m The Jubilation 18 General notes strong satisfaction at Field Marshal Roberts and General French success but experts warn relief of Kimberley remains uncertain The dispatch hints relief is a matter of time and compares the maneuver to Lucknow with cautious optimism and mentions the Jacobsdal date on the telegram.
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Kimberley
London
Lord Roberts
General French
French
Lucknow
Jacobsiai
Kimberley Relief Fails to Dim British Victory Mood
Dispatches describe General French entering Kimberley to relieve the besieged 4,000 defenders as Lord Roberts advances via Jacobsdal. Boer forces retreat from Magersfontein while surrounding strategic actions, artillery gains, and stock reactions reflect broader campaign dynamics on February 14.
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French
Lord Roberts
Jacobadal
Cape Town
Magersfontein
Inniskigs
Lourenzo Marques
Colesberg
Aterkstorm
Bader
Stormberg
Molteno
Cane Town
Kimberley
Road for supplies open as British take Jacobsdal
O F S February 15 reports the road from Modder River to Jacobsdal is now open nine miles long. The Boers evacuated Jacobsdal, retreating over a ridge where British guns fired shrapnel. A convoy attacked at the Riet River was countermanded but reached late, causing warm engagement with minor Boer damage.
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Jacobsdal
Modder River
Ppss
Riet River
A New Book for Men Special Arrangements Free Copy by Mail
A dramatic promotion for Dr J Newton Hathaway’s new book Manliness Vigor Health offers free mailed copies to readers who send name and full address. The notice extols his male health specialty, claims cures for varicocele stricture and other urinary issues without surgery, and promises comprehensive home treatment with one all in fee.
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Dr. J. Newton Hathaway
Hathaway
Im. Ss
Bright
Dr. Hathaway
J. Newton Hathaway
Dr. Hathaway & Co
South Breed St
Atlanta
Public sale in equity case in Atlanta Georgia
Special Commissioner George T Holmes will expose at public auction the lot in Atlanta Fulton County at the northwest corner of Smith and Ricson streets bounded 250 feet on Smith and 135 feet deep to a ten foot alley. Property once part of a 19th century conveyance, bid by Merrilow vs Fort in United States Circuit Northern District of Georgia. Sale on first Tuesday in March 1890, in legal hours. Witness signature February 26 1890. Attorneys Goodwin Hallman Goree.
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United States
Northern District OF Georgia
James Merrilow
Allen Fort
Geuret T. Holmes
Coumt
United States Custom House
Atlanta
State of Georgia
Eagh
Hetry
Fulton County
Georgia
Smith and
Ricson
Smith Street
George W. Matwin
Theodora T. Mervin
Bivins
Therwill
Dosiy County
George T. Holmes
George Westmoreland
Goodwin & Hailman
C. P. Goree
Plaintiff's Solicitors
Fragments Struggle Over Streets and Public Notices
Scattered report describes street reg checks and renewal notices amid a crowded scene. Mentions deaths, funeral plans, a Jewish synagogue service, and a February meeting with figures from local offices including a sheriff and bank officials.
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Amos Cummings
Alabama
PRICE
Electric Chater
Cronje
Hood
Jos. S. Zauba
Genoa
Neb
W.R Hudson
Natrona
DR. Tanner & CO
Gould Building
Decatur
Mardi Gras Mobile
New Orleans
West Point
THE
Adams Cotton Company
Charleston, 8. C
Ducro
E. Foegera &Co
Helo
Cuville
Constituton
Ation
Vst
Macon
Joe Hallo
Duke Bayne
T. RA
Ville
Dulate
Cy Brenner
Angusta
Ata Kemp
Nathive
Brenner
Tarra
William Wolff Cemet
Femaje College
Atle Te Park
W. Ob
Nuttinghans
James
A. Nisbet
Hodges
Suiferior Colt
Tyner
F. Benso
Mia Kennedy
Express
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