12 Jun 1888
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1888
Page
1
The piece reports on party tensions as a vote on a Mills bill appears likely in the House. Democrats push for swift action amid Republican protests about dilatory tactics, with leaders citing past maneuvers to justify urgency and a possible caucus to determine floor strategy.
Report of a sparse Democratic caucus in Washington discussing the Mills bill and tariff legislation. Members debated five minute limits and possible rule changes to curb obstruction while awaiting fiscal year needs and appropriation bills.
Senate Judiciary committee postponed the Stelviila Wuller nomination for two weeks while continuing discussion on chief justice. A postmaster general plan seeks 1 081 200 to extend free delivery next fiscal year, with 5 000 added carriers. Committee increases postal appropriations by 1 449 000, sets rent and third class office caps, and allocates funds for clerks, lights, and fuel. Chandler adds 150 000 for U S development and silk industry programs.
Tumultuous scene in Chicago as Sherman and Thurman supporters jockey for momentum in the race for the Democratic and Republican nominations. Delegates from Virginia and Indiana push their favored candidates while Ohio and New York factions weigh barriers and potential cross-ballot moves. Campaigns trumpet strength in key states amid reports of lobbying, meetings, and candidate introductions.
A bloody scene occurred yesterday evening in Detroit when John Manchthaler and his wife Sue were found dead after a quarrel. Sue lay on the floor with fatal injuries and John Manchthaler had shot himself in the mouth after wounding her, dying minutes later. Earlier reports describe a brutal beating and a nude escape in Garmneville, Texas, where a doctor named Wyly allegedly assaulted his wife.
Reports from London discuss Lord George Hamilton denying feasibility of a 500000 strong invasion and rapid disembarkation, while Panama Canal work faces criticism in St Thomas and Berlin dispatches. Updates also cover Emperor Frederick’s health, the pope rescript controversy, locust outbreaks, and court proceedings in America.
A mob of about two hundred armed men gathered in Henderson at midnight to terrorize the town after James Foster, a Black man, was arrested for abducting an eight year old girl and charged with assault. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as authorities moved to secure the suspect amid rising fear and accusations.
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