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Newspaper

Atlantic Weekly Telegraph

Location

Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1897

Page

8

Democratic State Convention in Ohio Unites on Principles

The Democratic state convention in Ohio was marked by unity on core principles and divergent views on candidates. The meeting extended into late hours amid debates over coinage and fusion with Populists, with Chapman emerging as compromise governor candidate and McLean forces shifting to support him on the second ballot.

Ohio William’ Bryan Supreme Judge John J. Harper Hough McLean Cincanati Cleveland Toledo Chapman Welty Sorg McLeean

Lightning Kills Four Persons in Plymouth County Farm

A Plymouth county farm north of Ifioux reports a lightning bolt killed four people during Sunday night’s storm. Victims include Mrs Charles McCausland, her son Charles M McCausland, stepson Frank Milla, and a hired girl. Neighbors found all dead at noon.

Ifioux Orry Plymouth County Here Charles McCausland Charles M. McCausland Frank Milla

Notable Deaths and Scattered News From Telegraph Digest

Old Hose Hoey died in New York of acute paresis. Henry Gersom, a Jewish scholar, rabbi and writer, died at his New York home at age 54. The Union Trust and Savings Bank at Tacoma suspended operations. Robert J. Powley was electrocuted at Auburn in what was termed a successful execution. Fred Loughead accepted Eddie Bald's terms for a bicycle race at Buffalo on July 5. Ambassador John Hay hosted a dinner in London for the United States special embassy. Theodore A. Figel’s trial for four charges of embezzlement is set for July 6 in San Francisco. Arkansas Republican clubs elected delegates to the national Detroit meeting.

Union Trust and Savings Bank Att Tacoma Wach Hose’ Hoey New York Robert J. Powley Auburn Fred Loughead Eddies Bald Buffalo John Hay London United States Theodore A. Figel San Francisco Arkansas State League of Republican Clubs Detroit Henry Gersom

Memorial services honor late congressman McKeighan in Hastings

Memorial services for William A. McKeighan, four term Fifth district congressman, drew thousands at Cole's Park with addresses by John O. Stevens, J. S. Gillim, John Powers, G. W. Berge, Judge Gregory, Senator Megham, W. H. Thompson, Governor Holcomb, and W. J. Bryan. A monument fund was launched as speeches lauded his public service and advocacy for the common people. Separately, two sisters flee a Cincinnati convent amid claims of starvation and abuse, while a Los Angeles elopement ties a millionaire’s wife to an Australian retreat. The Republican League met in Omaha, reelecting officers and pledging loyalty to the St. Louis platform and Dingley tariffs. Charles Winters was named president-elect.

McKeighan Frome G. W. Berge Lincoln Nebraska Jam A. McKeighan Gregory Omnbs Mr. Keighan W.M. Megham W.H. Thompson Grand Island W. H. Thompson Holcomb W. J. Bryan Bryan Monument Fond Committee Cheries Winters Oman State League of Republican Clubs Boyd Brenan Detroit St. Louis McKinley Republican League E. P. Brown Charles Green Omaha J. M. Shively Fremont W. H. Edgar Beatrice M. A. Hartigan Hastings L. A. Dorrington Chadron Charles E. Winters Mr. Winters Ed J. Mook Brad D. Slaughter Mr. Graham Gage County

Troops Ready to Move to Fort Hall Reserve

Four troops of the Ninth Cavalry at Fort Robinson are ordered to stand ready to move to the Fort Hall Indian reservation amid rumors of trouble with Bannocks. Army officials say the move is precautionary and likely will not occur. They note local prairie hay markets could influence stories of conflict.

Fort Robinson Rekdinens Fort Rosingon Neb Fort Hall Indian Reservation Omana Department of the Platte Thin City Ninth Cavalry Fort Hall Army Osmas Indiana Oamas

San Francisco Wharf Burns and Losses

A block pavement crew at the Fol somb trees wharf caused a tar spill that burned the wharf and damaged the Commodore by tow, while the Katie Mack burned to the water and is a total loss. Total losses around 40000, with 30000 borne by the state and the rest by the Commodore and Katie Mack.

San Francisco Oceanic Steamship Company Katie Mack Commodore

Two Phases of Tariff Bill Stir Senate Debate

In Washington on Friday the Senate focused on reciprocity and retaliation aspects of the tariff bill with both provisions approved. A time for a final vote was not fixed after Mr Allison withdrew, while the reciprocity clause, allowing 20 percent duty cuts or free-list designation, drew constitutional objections from several senators but passed 80 to 18. Earlier, Rep. Wellington vigorously defended senatorial prerogatives in federal appointment matters.

Washington Senate Allison Tetler Louisiana Caffrey McEllory Mille West Pettus Teller White House of Representatives Morgan Gray Chandler Yeas Wellington Rep

Thurston Antitrust Measure Aims Amid Tariff Debate

Senator Thurston introduces an antitrust amendment drafted with judiciary input and debated beside the tariff issue. The finance committee warned against coupling the trust question to tariffs, favoring separate treatment. A caucus presentation was nixed. Thurston alone urged linkage. The item covers other political notes from Washington and Iowa.

Thurston Judiciary Committee Benster Nelson Davia Spooner Finance Committee

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