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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1887
Page
1
The article outlines former President James Jackson's resignation and the slow disclosure of reasons behind it. It covers the ensuing political clash in the Senate, party alignments, key figures like Turner and Liens, and the battle over appointments including internal revenue and Confederate ties, with tensions rising as factions clash on the impeachment and future governance.
A long Senate floor discussion centers on a proposed constitutional amendment granting women the vote. Supporters urge citizen input and moral governance, while opponents warn of social disruption and the preservation of existing law and order. The session features impassioned speeches, procedural moves, and a visible public interest in the outcome.
The contested election case Page v. Pies dominated a morning House session with a majority resolution upholding the claimant’s seat while a minority challenge was rejected. Members clashed over party divides and regional voting patterns, with remarks referencing New England and Georgia blocs and a call for party unity. The day closed with laboring on an agricultural appropriation bill and reports of a Mexico earthquake shock felt in Galveston at about 11 43 p.m.
The piece outlines legislative maneuvers in New Jersey as Democrats push for Abbott as U.S. senator with Republicans abstaining and court questions about legality. It also covers Indiana where senatorial ballots proceed with all members present, noting legal action and court appearances regarding lieutenant governor duties and a Texas contest. Additional briefs touch on Wisconsin and other state senate votes for U.S. senators and a note on expulsions of socialists in Brews.
London dispatches report a cabinet coup at Windsor Castle with the Queen approving the speech to be delivered from the throne after Parliament opens. Gladstone arrived in London amid cheering crowds as Irish party plans officers and business discussions.
The cabinet today denied circulating rumors of a war or troop mobilization. French newspapers accuse English papers of inciting fear for market gains as the London Daily News and The North German Gazette report on tensions. The Paris press notes exchanges about troop movements and stock market reactions amid the confusion.
A multi nation accord among Austro Hungary Germany and Russia sets instructions for ambassadors at Constantinople on the Bulgarian question. It notes efforts to persuade Italy to join any course they decide and mentions forthcoming reports after a Turkish military removal scenario and a diplomat traveling to Bulgaria.
A report details that Mahlon Cullough and William Puetz, opposed by some Bayview families, were sent to state prison three years ago for shooting and robbing August Grothe. The case includes claims of beating and starvation to force confessions, a police trial, and renewed calls for clemency from Father Decker and Governor Risk.
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