Debates Over Atlanta South Department and Tariff News
Washington dispatches report plans for a new army department in Atlanta known as the department of the south. General Schofield favors it though funding is tight, with relocation and housing questions discussed. Also covered are Hawaiian investigations, tariff debates, Brack Becket nomination, the New York bridge bill, and Speaker Crisp’s role in tariff reform amid Capitol gossip.
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Department of the Army
Department of the South
Atlanta
Gordon
Lamont
General Schofield
Schofield
Livingston
Willis
Honolulu
the Corwin
State Department
Gresham
Congress
House
Senate
Tsiff
Breckinridge
Kentucky
Major Black
Augusta
Georiga
Brack. Beckwith
Savannah
Treasury Department
Bland
Treasury
Capitol
Cleveland
New York
East River
Senator Hill
Ombiower
Save
Sears and Means Committee
Internal Revenue Montgomery
Bryan
Columbus
T of Messrs
Oates Leen
Mabey
Seine
Judge Crisp
House of Representatives
Crisp
New York Reform Club
Reform Club
Uhen
Crisp & Good
Charles Frederick Crisp
Georgia
He Explains His Acts in Hawaii The Lowering of the Flag
Mr Blount testified before a senate subcommittee on Hawaiian affairs detailing his actions in Honolulu. He defended lowering the American flag and removing troops as proper within his mission, arguing a protectorate was no longer needed to maintain order or protect people.
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Hawaii
Washington
Blount
Senate
Honolulu
United States
Dole
Republican Committee Forms Headquarters Plan
Washington January 11 A committee appointed to select headquarters for the national Republican committee gathered in Arlington amid optimism. Key figures include Thomas H. Carter James L Clarkson Correlius N Bliss R C Kerens Garst A Hobart Joseph Ho Manley and William M M ae Hane with David Matin and J E Milholland. The group met to decide on finances and the site, with options between New York and Washington as the favored centers for headquarters and campaign activities.
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Washington
Arlington Today
National Republican Committee
Thomas H. Carter
James L. Clarkson
Iowa
Correlius N. Bliss
New York
R. C. Kerens
St Louis
Garst A. Hobart
New Jers
Joseph Ho Manley
Maine
Samuel Bgenden
Mmnecticut
William MM. Ae Hane
Wiliam J. Campbell
Thinwisn
Henry J. Payne
Wirconal
David Matin
Pennsylvania
Trevel
Mr Parteig Detaioes
Mio
Wiscondin
J. E. Milholland
Seretarivs
Geeston
Usar
Bis Busipeas
Vasiness Center
Intereast
Chicago
Vanderbilts Arrive in Indian City for Overland Tour
The American steam yacht Valiant has reached Calcutta. The Vanderbilt party will travel overland by invitation of the viceroy, embarking on a land tour commencing in India January 11.
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Vanderbilts
Calcutta
Valiant
Mexican Secretary Favors Atlanta Exposition Displays
Mexico should be represented strongly at the Cotton States and International Exposition in Atlanta. Ignacio Mariscal, secretary of foreign affairs, says a large Mexican exhibit would boost trade with the United States and other American republics, benefiting both nations and promoting Pan American cooperation. He notes government funding would cover costs, and many Mexicans would attend to explore market opportunities.
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Via. Laredo
Tex
Ignacio Mariscal
Atlanta
Mexico
United States
Chicago
Miriscal
Republic
North
Counterfeiter Cleo Berry Cleared By Jury In Knoxvill
In Knoxville Tennessee January 11 special judge and jurors acquitted Cleo Berry a notorious Hawkins county counterfeiter who posed as a Dunkard preacher. Despite abundant counterfeit evidence and a large number of passed bills and tools found at his home the jury returned a surprising verdict of not guilty. A gravestone atop a Mooresburg peak allegedly marks a murder victim tied to Berry’s alleged crimes.
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Knoxville
Tent
United States
Cleo Herry
Hawkins County
Berry
Condon
Mooresburg
Larie
Cleo Berry
Southern Hotel Fire Bursts Through End Gutting Groceries
A fire at the Southern hotel in Chattanooga destroyed the Peepie’s Grocery stock and left the south end of the building open to the air. Insurance on the structure was reported, with groceries insured for 35 609 dollars. The blaze was contained before reaching the main jail area. Budd Pehle to marry Hortense M McDonald in Chicago with plans to depart for Philadelphia and Europe afterward. Hortense, known as Hortense Paulsen, has appeared as a contralto in Boston church choirs.
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Southern
Chattanooga
Tenn
Peepie’s Grocery Company
Doble
Toles
Chicago
Budd Pehle
Horeeman
Toorrow
Hortense M McDonald
Philadelphia
Europe
Miss McDonald
Hortense Paulsen
Boston
Nashville Strike Halts Unapproved Train Departure
Nashville Tenn January 11 Special The Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis railroad faces an unauthorized strike by freight conductors and brakemen. About two hundred workers split from duties. most are on the road yet some trains remain in yards. Trains left tonight, but passenger service stays on schedule.
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Nashville, Tenn
Nashville, Chattanooga and
Marion Butler Opens People's Party Campaign Speech
Marion Butler, chairman of the North Carolina People's Party executive committee, delivers the first campaign address. He claims 99 percent of voters are dissatisfied with current conditions, blames last legislature's laws, accuses Democrats of deceiving reformers, and urges organizing rallies in counties and townships within 60 days.
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Raleigh
N. C
Marion Butler
People’s Party
North Carolina
Supreme court rules railroads may charge for idle cars
Richmond VA January 114 The Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals decided in favor of the Norfolk and Western Railroad in a case involving car servicing rights. A fixed daily charge may be applied for loaded cars remaining unutilized after three days’ notice of arrival. Vienna January 11 Budapest reports a rumor that Hungarian patriot Laula Keesuth is dead, no official confirmation. London January 11 The widow of William Makepeace Thackeray died at Leigh, Lancashire, aged 95. Chicago January 1 In the Dan Coughlin trial Frank Scanlan’s testimony continues and defense cross exhorts, with James A Quinn called to stand. testimony aligns with earlier proceedings.
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Richmond
Norfolk and Western Railroad
A. Adams, Clements & Co
Supreme Court of Appeals
Vienna
Budapest
Laula Keesuth
Thackeray
London
Willam Makepeace Thackeray
Leigh
Lancashire
Sevety
Chicago
Frank Scanlan
Coughlin
Wing
James A. Quinn
Coighiin Rey
Disappearance of Dr Cronin and related testimony
Mrs. T. T. Conklin, who boarded the doctor, was examined and testified about Cronin's departure on the night of May 4 1889. The remark quoted warns that a north side Catholic should keep his mouth shut or be “done up.” The testimony centers on Cronin’s disappearance and the night events surrounding it.
Republicans Lose Control Of New Jersey Senate Chamber
In Trenton on January 11 the Democratic faction regained control as Republicans lost access to the chamber. Senators Winton and Hinchliffe opened the doors, were confronted by Democratic sergeant at arms, and forced to leave. President Adramean adjourned the body to 10 tomorrow amid plans to avoid illegality from consecutive daily adjournments.
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New Jersey Senate
Trenton
N. J
Wetz
Senate
Winton
Hinchliffe
Nathan
Adramn
Daly
Temporary Receiver Appointed for Rome Street Railroad
Rome Georgia January 11 Special The Rome electric street railroad is under a temporary receiver Judge Henry appointed John H Reynolds The company claims it is a top southeast investment yet stockholder dissension keels the road Dr J S Lawrence presides with J King J L Camp and Linton Dean as other stockholders King and Camp own half and allegedly seek control by blocking efforts and devaluing bonds A hearing for a permanent receiver is set for next Monday in Summerville
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Rome
Rome Electric Street Railroad
John H. Reynolds
Henry
South
J. S. Lawrence
J. King
J. L. Camp
Linton Dean
Dr. Lawrence
Nudge Kenny
Summerville
Messrs
King and
Camp
Certificates Not Sold in Savannah Railroad Case
Savannah January 11 Receiver Comer says he has not sold the $40,000 Savannah and Atlantic railroad receiver's certificates in New York and will not discuss them until reporting to bondholders. He expects a reorganization plan before September 1 and warns sales may be postponed. he advises holders to keep their securities.
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Savannah
Comer
Savannah and Atlantic Railroad
New York
Hayes
Chattanooga Steamboat Company Stock Transferred
The Chattanooga Steamboat Company stock was transferred at a Chattanooga meeting to six shareholders without cash. The steamer City of Chattanooga and barges will be brought from Riverton, Alabama, and put into service immediately. The firm, formed two years ago with a $1,000,000 capital by 140 businessmen, had only $25,000 paid in, and cites stock payment issues as the reason for the transfer.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
Chattanooga Steamboat Company
City of
Riverton
Ala
Mississippi
Ohio River
No Call for Extra Session, Senate Panel Reports
Denver dispatch notes the senate special committee reports there is no occasion for an extra session and urges adjournment tomorrow. They reject Governor Waite's coinage plan while affirming government sovereignty over currency. The house debates adjournment, with petitions from various regions and strong farmer alliance support, totaling thousands of signatures.
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Denver
Colo
Senate
Waite
Se Ft
Farmer’s Alliance
Leather Medal and Foreign Coin Legal Tender Debate
A leather medal sent through the mail to Governor Waite of Colorado includes an inscription about making foreign coins legal tender. Reports also mention a suspect, M. Field, released from an insane asylum for forgery and fraud, and broader notes on Central American conflict and New York social gossip including Lilian Russell’s engagement and M Dupuy becoming president of the chamber.
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Waite
Colorado
Denver
Colo
Stewart
Dymall
Governor to Call Out Volunteers Over Boxing Fight
Jacksonville January 1 1900 Governor Mitchell moves to restrain the Corbett Mitchel boxing match by declaring martial law if needed. Adjunct General Houston and Sheriff Broward face pressure as bond and authority clash with state troops ready to back up orders.
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Jacksonville
Fla
Everett Hotel
Associated Press
Adjutant General
Houston
Broward
Deep Blue Sea
Khondsmien
Major Winn Dies After Lingering Illness in Georgia
Lawrenceville Georgia January 11 Special Major Richard Dickinson Winn died at 2 o'clock after a ten day illness. He revived briefly after a prior obituary report and read his own obituary and his picture. He was buried at 2 pm beside his wife in the new cemetery after funeral services at the Methodist church led by Rev W A Parks. A good man has fallen and Gwinnett county mourns his loss.
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Methodist
W. A. Parks
Gwinnett County
Factional clash in reform ranks sparks intra party dispute
In Columbia on January 11 a split forms within reform factions over a March convention. The Cotton Plant and The Piedmont Headlight report a rift between Bowden and Larry Gantt camps, with leaders including Tindal, McLaurin, Shell, Irby, Evans, and Wilson. Governor Tillman urged hands off as factions jockey for governor and national influence.
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Columbia
S. C
Cotton Plant
Constitution
Bowden
Larry Gantt
Piedmont
Iroy
Senate
Larry Gartt
Evans
Stangarne Wilson
Shell
Cortress
Irby
Tinca
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