Goebel Sworn Governor Amid Capitol Turmoil in Kentucky
In Frankfort Kentucky William Goebel was sworn in as governor with J C W Beckham as lieutenant governor after a rump legislature declared Goebel the rightful winner. The move followed seditious sessions and militia at the Capitol as doctors warned Goebel’s condition worsened with death looming.
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Commercial Tribune
Frankfort
William Goebel
J. C. W. Beckham
General Assembly
William
Taylor
Goebel
Beckham
State House
Opera House
Cromwell
Deésha
Senate
Leigh
Williams
House
Hazelrigg Administers Oath to Goebel After Wounding
The Goebelite Chief Justice administers the oath of office to Goebel amid frail conditions. Goebel rises slightly to speak, then sinks back exhausted. Henry Beckham is sworn in as Lieutenant Governor by Judge Brazelrigg and the ceremony ends.
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J. C. W. Beckham
Hazelrigg
Court of Appeals
Taylor
London
John B. Castleman
Mr. Goebel
Beckham
Justice Silent in Kentucky Gubernatorial Row
Judge Hazelrigg refused to elaborate on how Democratic governors were seated saying the move was legal and proper after the legislature backed the offices. Gov Goebel moved to reassign the Adjutant General and ordered militia to return home as Castleman’s appointment was telegraphed for confirmation.
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Hazelrigg
Mr. Goebel
Kentucky
Daniel Collier
John B. Castleman
Louisville
Taylor
Democratic program looms as Kentucky crisis nears
A plan to oust Governor Taylor and place Castleman in charge sparks talk of civil war in Kentucky. The move would seek a court order to summon deputy sheriffs to form a new government, with potential Federal court injunctions to protect Taylor during the dispute.
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Taylor
Castleman
James E. Cantrill
Kentucky
Court of Appeals
Senator Goebel Battles For Life Amid Assassination Threat
Goebel faced two perilous moments as doctors described his condition from early morning to afternoon. The senator showed a strong will and robust constitution, rallying after near fatal drops and waging a patient fight against injuries from the assassination attempt.
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Goebel
Valley of Death
Senator Goebel Improves After Near Death Rally
The ailing senator expressed personal notes for his brother on property as he lay conscious despite his condition. Clergy prayed with him and family joined the vigil as doctors reported stopping internal bleeding and later another relapse, with a 7 pm bulletin announcing renewed rally and improvement.
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Arthur
Lew G. Wallace
T. F. Talliaferro
Methodist Church
Thomas N. Arnold
The
Christian Church
Covington
Mr. Arnold
Herman Bennicker
Hartwell, O
Senator Goebel
McCormack
Dr. Welch
Democrats Protest Arrest At Kentucky Capitol
Members of the Kentucky Legislature issue a statement describing an incident on January 31 1900 when armed soldiers barred entry to the House in the State Capitol and ordered the members to disperse as an unlawful assembly. The note indicates the scene occurred at 10 30 and the action was taken under orders of the Acting Governor. The statement continues on the second page.
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Trimble
Crawford
Messrs
Hinton
Bourbon
Grider
Warren
Bagby
Boyle
Rose
Wolfe
House
Alexander
Hays
Gilespie
Triplett
Hill
Roberts
Senate
Taylor
Penitentiary
Collier
McCormack
Commonwealth of Kentucky
House of Representatives
State
Commonwealth
Militia Guard State Capitol in Frankfurt
The State House at Frankfurt is guarded by soldiers with entry limited to holders of passes. Police and guards control access, keeping the building secured during the security operation.
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Atrankfort
Feared clash as Goebel bid for Kentucky governor unfolds
Amid secret Democratic Legislature sessions and a looming Goebel oath, Kentucky braces for a federal court ruling to restrain Goebel. Adjutant Generals Castlemann and Collier threaten a militia clash, while Governor Taylor rests exhausted at the Executive Mansion after a tense evening.
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Castleman
Collier
Commercial Tribune
Taylor
Centennial Plans Feature Grand Court of Lagoons
In Columbus Ohio plans for the Ohio Centennial are presented to the commission. A grand court of lagoons with two sized pools and an elevated walkway will feature a statue of Thomas Corwin on an elaborate pedestal. The Ohio Building and Government Building flank the lagoons with other department structures surrounding.
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Commercial Tribune
Columbus
Thomas Corwin
Warren County
Governor Taylor appeals to Kentuckians amid crisis
Governor W. S. Taylor issues a fiery appeal calling for prompt state leadership after a wave of unlawful acts by legislative leaders and a shocking event. He urges law abiding citizens to back a decisive response and protect property with Commonwealth resources.
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Commonwealth
Kentucky
W. 8. Taylor
Miss Gonne Meets a Crank in New York Court
Irish nationalist advocate Maud Gonne faced an alleged admirer Philip von Kuhl about 60 arraigned in Police Court for annoying her. Von Kuhl touted Boer support and sought a meeting to solicit Boer subscriptions. detectives testified he had a prior swindling sentence and he was held on $1,000 bail for further examination.
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Joan of Arc
New York
Philip von Kuhl
Maud Gonne
Miss Gonne
von Kuhl
Zola Acquitted in Libel Suit in Paris
The court cleared M. Zola of libel against Ernest Judet of Petit Journal over his critique of letters allegedly garbled by the press. Zola, who was fined in default at the first hearing during his flight to England, attended the trial and spoke with his lawyer Labori. The defense cited War Office archives as key evidence. The audience greeted the judgment with cheers.
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Paris
M. Zola
M. Ernest Judet
Petit Journal
M. Judet
England
M. Labori
War Office
Senate confirms Hirst for Chillicothe postmaster
Washington January 31 confirms H. S. Hirst to be Postmaster at Chillicothe Ohio after Senate action. Confirmation announced as part of daily Senate proceedings.
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Senate
Washington
H. 5
Hirst
Chillicothe
Marquis of Queensberry Dead at London Home
The Marquis of Queensberry born July 20 1844 and heir since 1858 has died in London.
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Queensbury
London
Marquis of Queensberry
General Corru Dead
Madrid January 31 General Corru former Minister of War is dead.
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Corru
Madrid
General Corru
Scene in Senate Pettigrew Precipitates Passionate Debate
In the Senate Pettigrew triggers a heated clash over the Philippines. He asserts recognition of Aguinaldo was declared a falsehood, prompting sharp exchanges and calls for clarification.
Senate Debates Over Aguinaldo Statement Sparks Fight
In Washington January 31 1900 a Senate debate on Aguinaldo’s Manila statement erupts into heated exchanges. Senator Pettigrew seeks to print the document while Lodge contends it contains falsehoods and Dewey’s letter disputes the claims. The clash centers on Philippine policy and whether the United States should publish Aguinaldo’s statements.
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Senate
J. Pettigrew
Aguinaldo
Admiral Dewey
Lodge
Pettigrew
United States
Antiamperialistic League
Washington
Emilanaldo
Springfield Republican
Frye
Aldrich
South Dakota
Boston
Springfield
Dewey
Philippine Commission
Mr. Pettigrew
Messrs
Spooner
Subic Bay
Gallinger
N. H
Hawley
Conn
State Department
George Dewey
Philippines
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