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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1900
Page
1
Republicans release him but lonore writ and judge Moore’s call provoke Democrats to question handling. The article notes party concerns over response timing and political implications of the writ.
In Frankfort Kentucky Governor Taylor released Alonzo Walker who had been held amid a Capitol grounds standoff with the National Guard. Adjutant General Collier denied any Washington writ influence, saying Walker’s arrest was military discipline and he will face court martial.
Appalled Democrats decide not to attempt seizure of Capitol grounds by force. They will not rescue Walker after habeas corpus failure and will await Republicans' London session. Governor Taylor delays action until Democrats can go voluntarily, likely letting matters drift until Mr. Goebel's funeral.
Alonzo Walker the stenographer detained on mutiny incitement charges in connection with pinning an injunction notice on Governor Taylor’s door was released this morning. Officials said the release was not tied to a habeas corpus writ and Walker could still face trial. he planned to stay in Frankfort.
Adjutant General Collier clarifies the Walker case amid circulating rumors about his sudden release. Officials state there is no confirmation of specifics and the matter remains under review as inquiries continue.
Public School Trustees met in Frankfort Kentucky and decided to close all schools until after Goebel's funeral next Thursday. Saloons are barred from opening tomorrow by the Mayor to prevent disturbances on County Court day. Civil authorities take precautions and citizens support the order.
Colonel Williams defends Walker arrest saying it followed affidavits of mutinous remarks and was not caused by pinning a notice on the Governor's door. The February 2 1900 order cites Walker for encouraging mutiny and desertion and directs arrest for legal handling. Williams warns against repeating a controversial remark about Zulu and Filipinos.
Alonzo Walker states he posted the injunction notice on the door of W. S. Taylor in the Kentucky Executive Building in Frankfort on February 2 1900 after being denied admission. He was later imprisoned and guarded by armed men until February 4 1900 when he was released without trial.
A forenoon shooting on Second Street South Side ends with Morgan Browner, a known Democratic party worker, firing five shots at a Republican target. The incident disrupts the city politics scene and prompts police investigation.
Democratic members of the Kentucky Legislature, except five per chamber, fled Frankfort amid fears of arrest and a London intervention. Absentees plan to convene elsewhere, with deputies quartered in Louisville Jeffersonville and Cincinnati while the funeral of Senator Goebel is honored in the State House.
Report from Louisville details Democratic leaders meeting at Sebach's Hotel to establish Louisville as the seat of the state government while troops protect officials. Governor Beckham and General Castleman join advisers as lawmakers plan adjournment moves and avoid provoking the Republican administration.
In Frankfort Kentucky on February 4 sculptor Clement J. Barnhorn from Cincinnati completed a death mask of Senator Goebel. The process took about ninety minutes with only Arthur Goebel present. A plaster cast will be made and several busts for relatives will follow. Barnhorn will transport the mask to Cincinnati.
Laura Funkel a 24 year old professional nurse shoots herself in the kitchen of Mrs. Seymour's residence in Peru after despondence over marital desertion. She prepared herself, stood before a mirror and died instantly. The tragedy follows broader political tensions with Democrats and state forces mentioned in the same report.
Burial plans for William Goebel are shaped around a Frankfort cemetery overlook with Daniel Boone and other notable burials. The funeral will be in Covington with viewing at Odd Fellows Hall, then interment in Frankfort. A State House site proposal and a monument fund are under discussion amid security concerns. Detectives Armstrong and Harding aid the investigation.
Chief of Police Hanger receives a Corbin Kentucky letter claiming ex Deputy U S Marshal A D Wallace knows crucial information about the rebel assassination. Detectives Armstrong and Ross travel to Frankfort to monitor Wallace and obtain more details.
Louisville a rival militia forms under General John B Castleman appointed Adjutant by the Democratic claimant to the governorship The battalion will be organized in Louisville with J F Gregory named Major to command the troops First steps taken tonight to organize the unit.
In Fajardo on January 24 a clash between Federals celebrating a victory and Republicans derailed into a riot. One man died and six were seriously wounded as fourteen leading citizens were jailed on murder charges. Insular police quelled the mob after revolvers knives and gunfire.
Charles E Macrum former United States Consul at Pretoria arrives in New York on the St Paul with wife and child. He refuses to discuss his recall or the Africa crisis and says a formal statement will follow after he reaches Washington and meets the State Department.
London dispatches report conflicting news on General Buller's movements across the Tugela toward Ladysmith. Other reports say Buller remains at Spearman's Camp with no cannonading at Potgieter's Drift, while correspondents note cautious optimism for an imminent operation.
Report from Lady Smith dated February 3 4 notes Buller’s artillery fire heard again amid quiet conditions. Boers hold positions mainly south and west of the camp while few remain northeast. Garrison health improves and readiness is emphasized.
Durban February 4 General Buller crossed the Tugela Friday night and is advancing toward Ladysmith. No definite news will be released until Ladysmith is relieved.
Nearly 500 members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians gathered in Indianapolis to express sympathy for the Boers and to raise funds for a hospital service. A seven member committee was chosen to solicit more contributions, with speeches denouncing England and urging Irish support amid possible international fallout from the war.
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