18 May 1888
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1888
Page
1
A crowded House Gallery scene erupted as a new member delivered a controversial speech that drew protests from women in attendance. The Senate proceeded with calendar business, considering a $180,000 bill for naval home construction as part of broader legislative activity.
In Washington on May 17 the House debated the Ways and Means bill proposing tariff reduction to curb the surplus. Speakers including Mr Cox argued tax cuts must be broad and not sectional. Mason of Illinois attacked the bill as favoring trusts, while Anderson Peters Stewart and Herman defended or opposed provisions. Adjourned after a lengthy exchange and a recess.
The Virginia Republican convention in Petersburgh drew large white delegate representation as Mahone and Wise factions clashed over seating, credentials, and coercive rules. Delegates debated admission of Yost, disrupted gallery speakers, and worked through committees on credentials and organization amid sustained noise and factional wrangling.
Fragmentary report of church events includes the Presbyterian General Assembly convening and debating home missions funding, education appeals, and consolidation talks, plus Virginia Episcopal conventions noting diocesan activity and leadership changes and Georgia Episcopal convention adjournment with canon debates.
The article reports a tense political maneuver over the Terminal system in the South, involving Inman, Calhoun, and the Rice Libby faction. It notes stock transfers, anticipated votes, and potential shifts in control of over 7,000 miles of rail lines, with key figures including Simon Borg waiter E 5 Plant and John Calhoun. The piece frames the election as pivotal to Southern railroad policy and regional influence.
Reports from the Mississippi and adjacent waterways describe severe flooding across Louisians and Missouri counties. Levee breaks ruin lowlands, towns flood, rail lines wash away, and crops face extensive damage. relief meetings called as authorities coordinate aid for affected residents and property.
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