Clark Resigns Senate Seat as Governor Acts
In a dramatic Senate moment Senator William A Clark announced his resignation from the U S Senate and the Montana governor promptly moved to replace him. Lieutenant Governor A E Spriggs acted as de facto governor during the absence while Clark sought credentials to be sworn in. The move sparks debate over legal authority and senate acknowledgment of Clark’s credentials.
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Jos. Ohl
Washington
United States Senate
William A. Clark
Irontana
Frye
Senate
Montana
Senator Clark
Robert B. Smith
Marcus Daly
A. E. Spriggs
Mr. Clark
Clark
Spriggs
Smiths
California
Court of Appeals
Ure
Carter
Faulkner
Conkling
Elections Committee
Ate
Ave
Seator Chandler
Montaneroge
Chandler
House
Mi Theanfas
Fairbanks
Campbell
Culver
New York
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Offer Simple Cure for Indigestion
A historical advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as the simplest, safest, and cheapest cure for indigestion. It claims rapid relief by aiding digestion so the stomach can rest and recover, with testimonials from Mrs. Wendly of Peoria and others praising relief after use. It emphasizes natural vigor and lasting cure through proper assimilation of food.
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Stuan
O. Wendly
Peoria
Samuel Kepple
Girty
Gowen
Barnard
Stuart
Fuart
Spriggs Appoints Clark United States Senator
Helena May 15 Acting Governor Spriggs tonight appointed W A Clarke of Butte United States senator to serve until the next legislature elects his successor. Clark resigned earlier in the day and his appointment defeats a pending challenge, amid talk of further maneuvers by Governor Smith and Clark supporters.
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Helena
Ment
Spriggs
W. A. Clarke
Butte
United States
Clarke
Clark
Senate
Smith
California
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad
An old style medical advertisement touts Dr J Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for lame back and kidney bladder troubles. It promises a free sample bottle by mail and a booklet, urging readers to mention the newspaper offer when writing to Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Montana Senator Clark Defends Against Daly Attack
Clark reviews committee report, assails unfair procedure and perjured testimony in his Montana senate race fight. He recounts Daly faction pressure, insists evidence failed to prove bribery or conspiracy, and vows to seek vindication by the people of Montana. The remark triggers mixed reactions from senators and pledges ongoing political battle.
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Daly
Montana Democracy
Bacon
Sullivan
Senate
Clark
Montana
Alabama
Maryland
Kansa
North Carolina
Yvenal
Dreyfus
Congress
Marcus Daly
George E. McGrath
McGrath
W A Clark resigns U S senate seat over Montana affair
The article covers W A Clark announcing his resignation from the United States Senate effective January 28 1900 after a committee found the credentialed seat to be vacant. It notes prior charges, a long investigation, and Clark’s insistence on integrity while stepping down. The session reports include other Senate business and adjournment at 4 30 p m.
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Clark
Anaconds Company
Daly
Anaconda Company
Legislative Assembly
Montana
Senate of the United States
Senate
Walslathe
Tuam
United States Ander Credentiala
Fe Committee
Thalee
United States Senate
National Council
United States
W. A. Clark
Chirk
Ross
Virginia
Hale
Maine
District of Columbia
Storm Tears Through Laredo Texas Affected Homes Farms Rails
A violent storm lashed Laredo Texas with rain wind and lightning. A rancher Juan Vallez was killed crossing the Arroyo. The Laredo Boden mill roof collapsed, a nearby camp narrowly escaped, and the H F Valdez wholesale groceries house was unroofed with $100 damage. The Laredo Electric Plant smokestack fell, many buildings destroyed, and the Rio Grande rose twelve feet threatening lowland crops. Rail traffic delayed and wider damage expected.
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Laredo
Tex
Juan Vallez
Ngamning
H. F. Valdez
Rio Gande
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Georgia
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Igoo Southern Railway
Washington and Southwestern Limited
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GT. A
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Fla
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Bradfield
Coe Atfenta, Ga
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America
Reacrta
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Aulanta
J. C. Dame
T.P
Richmond
Steek
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Pina
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Covington
Natural Brigge
White Springs
Florida
THE
Georgia, Southern and Florida Railway
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