Kentucky adjourns as governor crisis continues
Frankfort dispatch reports the Kentucky legislature adjourned sine die amid a disputed governorship. Taylor to continue as governor while Beckham leads militia reorganization with a $100,000 appropriation. Court of Appeals decision expected to settle occupancy of the state buildings.
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Beckham Approves 100000 Triplett Appropriation
Frenkfort reports Governor Beckham approved the Triplett 100000 appropriation. The piece notes crowds of legislators returning home and near-war tension in Kentucky as elections and political activity wind down. Scruggs of Atlanta is named as a potential civil governor of Porto Rico with Cardinal Gibbons among supporters citing his diplomacy and knowledge of Spanish law.
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RUMORED WARRANT FOR DEBOE IN GOEBEL MURDER CASE
Washington rumor spoke of a warrant for Kentucky Senator DeBoer over alleged involvement in Mr. Goebel's assassination. He rejected the rumor as ridiculous and said he would answer any charges. He attended two Republican leaders meetings about Governor Taylor's race and policy.
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Fierce Fight Ends in Moran Slaying at School Event
Augusta New York March 13 at Forest Hill ten miles from here during a school entertainment a violent clash erupted between Harvey Moran and two Moran brothers and the Thumlay group. Knives and pistols were used leaving Hurley Moran dead and his brother severely beaten while Archis Hamilton was fatally wounded. Two Hamilton boys were jailed as local anger grows ahead of Friday examining trial.
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Grand Jury to Investigate Powers and Davis Case
Judge Parker in Lexington calls grand jury to investigate alleged mistreatment of Powers and Davis during Sunday arrest and removal. He urges full inquiry into illegitimate process and possible indictments. Court also questions authority of militia occupying the jail.
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Suspect Taul Arrested in Goebel Assassination Case
Gabriel A Taul of Hardinsburg was brought to Frankfort tonight under Breckinridge county sheriff custody for suspected complicity in Governor Goebel s assassination. Police offered no details. Taul did not go to jail and stayed at the Capitol hotel under guard.
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Frankfort
Gabriel A. Taul
Breckinridge County
Goebel
Taul
Capitol Hotel
Gambling in a Courthouse Ends in Killing in Alabama
In Andialusia on March 13 Will Craddock killed Thomas Sharp in the courthouse jury room after a gambling dispute over a secret card. Craddock fled to Dothan with a shady reputation and was held without bail after a preliminary trial. Sharp belonged to Central's bridge crew.
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Brownlow Controls Easily at Tennessee Republican Convention
Tennessee’s Republican executive committee called a convention to meet in Nashville on April 13 to select delegates for Philadelphia and nominate candidates for governor, railroad commissioner, and elector. The call details the process and aims as party leaders prepare for the 1900s political contest.
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Browi Evans Contested Brownlow Conclave Details Emerged
Fragmentary report shows Browi Evans contesting Brownlow results amid party conventions. Mentions regular conventions slated for March 17 and the first Monday, three days to organize a temporary setup, with a plan to settle disputes and arrange a roll call, pending state committee actions.
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Hobson Remembers His Home in Alabama Naval Hero Gift
Governor Johnston accepts a plan by Richmond Pearson Hobson to present Alabama with a Spanish American War relic. Hobson describes a US flag hoisted on the Infanta Maria Teresa and a flag staff carved from Don Juan de Austria and Almirante Oquendo wrecks. He would help erect the staff at the state capitol near Jefferson Davis's inauguration site.
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Cotton Prices Climb as 1100 Bales Sold in Columbus GA
Slade and Farish warehousemen sold to the Georgia Cotton Company 1,100 bales of cotton at 9 1 4 cents per pound in Columbus Georgia. The sale reduces saleable stock in Columbus warehouses to 4,300 bales.
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Shaw in Birmingham Grand Army Commander Entertained
General Albert D. Shaw commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic was hosted by George A. Custer post No 1 in Birmingham on March 13. He tours the south promoting Grand Army camps and praised southern hospitality and loyalty in his address.
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South
Grip in Chattanooga Amid Public Health Concerns
In Chattanooga Tennessee on March 13 physicians report grip is more widespread than ever. They estimate about twenty five percent of residents are affected though the outbreak has not yet produced serious cases locallly.
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Medical College of Virginia Suit in Richmond
In Richmond on March 13 a student sues the Medical College of Virginia. The case seeks enforcement of a contract with the historic southern institution amid a dispute over obligations and remedies at law.
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Suit Filed By Morton For 31000 Damages Over College Status
David F. Morton a dental student sues Virginia Polytechnic Institute for 31000 claiming humiliation and breach of contract. Morton enrolled as a first month bachelor of science student and sought to enter a second year in a three year course. Fees were paid and he alleges the college pressurized him to restart or refund. He refused options and withdrew. College says Morton was not dismissed from any class.
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute
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Conference Officials Targeting National Guard Funds
The committee, replacing Mr Clayton with Mr Trewer after a resignation, meets in city for the adjutants general conference. Major W W Brandon of Alabama urges Congress to boost appropriations for state national guards. They visit the Senate military committee, finding favorable support. Congressman Underwood appoints General Howze of Birmingham to Annapolis cadetship.
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Examination Showed Qualifications for First Class
The subject presented himself for examination and demonstrated qualifications that required assignment to the first class.
Fleming Improves Health Signals Return to House
Washington March 13 Special Representative Fleming of the tenth district has nearly recovered from a severe illness that left him prostrate for months and was able to attend the house session today. Doctors report he has gained weight and is better than at any time since the accident years ago.
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Lover Defends Lady's Name in Fatal Whitney Duel Near Waco
A desperate duel near Whitney, thirty miles from Waco, left Dick DeLamar seriously wounded and Joe Williams dead. The tragedy arose after Williams allegedly slandered a young schoolteacher connected to DeLamar. The men met on a public road, DeLamar firing a shotgun and Williams a six shooter.
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Committee Changes Made Alabama Assignments by Speaker Henderson
Washington March 13. Speaker Henderson announced several committee changes affecting Alabama. Mr Underwood resigned from Judiciary to join Ways and Means after his appointment to that high select committee position.
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Washington
Alabama
Underwood
Mob threatens Goosbey boys over Mims murder at Baxtey
In Baxtey Georgia March an armed mob claiming to be jurors in the Goosbey case surrounds the county jail after learning the prisoners are to be tried. The sheriff, who evacuated his family, guards the steel cages while warning the crowd against entering the jail. The threatened mob plans action as the Goosbey brothers face trial for the killing of Plant Mims and the earlier shooting aftermath.
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Convicts Fight Desperately at South Carolina Penitentiary
Five inmates attacked guard Abe Nara on a penitentiary farm near Columbia. They seized his Winchester but could not handle it, and fought with clubs. He drew and fired, killing Tom Houghton, wounding another. Two surrendered, the fifth escaped.
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Wife recants murder cover tale in Johnston case near Dooley's
Montgomery March 13 Special. The killing of Magistrate A B Johnston at Dooley's county last week by S A Lide has stirred a strong local reaction. Lide surrendered and claimed Johnson attacked his wife, a claim now contradicted by Mrs Lide who testified before the coroner that Johnson never assaulted her and treated her well. Her father Mr Reybolds supports her account, saying threats from Lide forced the testimony. All parties are prominent in the county.
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Lillian Bell to marry Chicago society figure in April
Chicago March 13 It was announced that Miss Lillian Bell the authoress and Arthur Bogue a young Chicagoan well known in society will be married in April. Bell rose to fame seven years ago with her first book The Love Affairs of an Old Maid.
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Charleston Invites McKinley to Visit City by the Sea
Charleston council extended an official invitation to President McKinley to attend the National Educational Association convention to be held in Charleston in July. In Racine Wisconsin Mrs Booth Pucker of the Salvation Army was prostrated on arrival and unable to fulfill her lecture engagement.
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Georgia delegate voices opposition in bank bill debate
Washington March 13 Special The Georgia delegation's Lewis criticizes the funding features of the Republican currency bill arguing the unmatured debt favors bondholders and signals Democratic fears of a GOP win. Judge Maddox supports figures showing rising interest costs and tax burdens from Republican policy.
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