24 Mar 1890
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1890
Page
1
A chaotic summary outlines measures for the Senate debate including important tardy items and procedural decisions. The text references committees, a recent joint convention, and anticipated votes on tariffs and unity actions, with names and places appearing obliquely in the scribbled notes.
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The Fremond and Danville system reports total earnings of 27000000 and a net increase of 2.85 percent. Passenger revenue rises 28 percent while freight earnings grow strongly and tonnage climbs 27 percent. The gain is distributed across 34 lines with roads sharing the increase.
General Robert Cammusg, congressman, soldier and diplomat, dies at his residence after a pneumonia attack. The report notes his long public service, including leadership roles and diplomatic work, and mentions the reactions of family and colleagues.
The article recalls a funeral with crowded parlor scenes and flags as mourners gather for a late 19th century ceremony. It also reports Ohio political updates noting ex president Cleveland’s letter to Ohio State students praising the mock convention and stressing party principles over individuals.
A chaotic, partially garbled report describes an alleged confrontation between Senator Call and United States Marshal Mizell at the Continental hotel. The text cites conflicting statements, private conversations, and defense of character amid questions about who sparked violence or threats.
Canada's proposed duties on horses cattle fish and barley threaten trade with the United States. The plan seeks 30 percent on horses 20 percent on cattle and higher levies on barley and fish, risking retaliation and economic disruption across Ontario Quebec and the northern regions. The report notes potential shifts in export values and the broader impact on cross-border commerce.
Flood waters from the Monongahela surge to 24 feet at noon, with Allegheny City and surrounding banks submerged. Rail lines suspended, wharves swamped, and lower city areas flooded as residents move belongings to higher ground amid cold, stationary streams.
March 3 report from Stony Mills describes a brutal house fire and suspected murder of Satin Downey with shattered skull and arson marks amid a robbed home and missing neighbors. coroner and constable investigate with unclear leads. In Oakland area, Michael Murphy jailed for murder of John Moran exhibits signs of mental derangement and possible insanity, while Crank Brighson’s earthquake prophecy sparks feverish real estate selling and anxious preparations ahead of the predicted doom.
The Oveninchy plan to grant 10 acres to every father with twelve children draws high interest as settlers rush to claim unoccupied land in the province. Applicants are recorded. average claims near five, with French Canadians also noted for fertility. A related incident reports Colonel O Shaughnessy’s summer home in Montesana burned, with seven thousand in building insurance and furniture worth two thousand saved. A Kentucky-led syndicate buys Spring Cage land near the Cincinnati road, involving ten thousand acres and a half million dollars for iron and industrial development.
In San Francisco at the California Club, Jack McAuliffe defeated Johnny Carroll to claim the world lightweight title after a hard fought 37 rounds. The bout drew packed crowds, with about 2000 spectators and heavy wagering, McAuliffe prevailing with a powerful nose and jaw assault that ended the match.
A chaotic Mississippi Valley bulletin reports a mob in Alats Vdi hangs a suspected criminal after a fatal shooting of merchant Lewis. Separate items note James Davin's confession of murder, alleged Bishop Evher involvement in ecclesiastical disputes, and a Florida vessel near Fernandina with fears of total loss as the crew abandons ship.
March 2 reports describe the Orussfest observed with services in the chapel attended by the Prince of Wales Empress Frederic and Chancellor von Caprivi followed by a state banquet. Berlin dispatches note discussions on Bismarck's status and potential political shifts in Germany amid unrest and imperial reactions.
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