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Defiance Weekly Express

Location

Defiance, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1900

Page

6

Goebel Obsequy Sparks Calls for Kentucky Justice

Frankfort Ky Feb 9 Justus Goebel issues open letter after his brother s funeral urging Kentuckians to demand justice for Goebel s murder and to resist moves by powerful figures. Governor Taylor says no action yet on the Goebel law and a new election law is proposed to be framed by bipartisan appointees.

Brother of the Dead Man Sons of Kentucky Taylor Frankfort Justus Goebel Kentucky Capitol

Taft to Hear Kentucky Election Board Petition Monday

Judge William J. Taft, newly appointed head of the Philippine commission, will hear two Kentucky election contest petitions next Monday. One petitions to restrain Democratic contestants from interfering with Republican state officers other than governor and lieutenant governor. the other seeks to bar the state board of election commissioners from interrupting the de facto government. Both suits will be argued in the United States circuit court of appeals.

Cincinnati William J. Taft New Philippine Commission Louisville Beckham Commonwealth Mackay Bradley Sweeney Sothers State Board of Election Commissioners Taylor Kentucky Taft United States Circuit Court of Appeals

Democrats to proceed with Louisville state government plan

In Frankfort on February 9 the Democratic leaders met at the Capitol hotel and agreed to assume Governor Taylor will take no action on the Louisville agreement. They planned to organize the state government in Louisville unless a direct motion or word from the governor changes their course.

Frankfort Louisville Taylor Beore Capitol Hotel Taylor David W. Fairleigh John W. Barr Fairleigh Senator Blackburn Barr Daniel Lindsay Sam J. Roberts Lexington Internal Revenue Lindsay Edelen General Lindsay

Funeral Procession for Goebel Brought Rain and Calm in Frankfort

Rain poured as Governor Goebel lay in state and thousands gathered for his funeral in Frankfort Kentucky. Despite fears of clashes between soldiers and Democrats, order held as speeches praised Goebel and urged peace and restoration of prosperity in the state.

Frankfort Kentucky William Goebel Capitol Capitol Square Capitol Building Executive Building Taylor Goebel Jo Blackburn Beckham Commonwealth

Democrats Explain Inability to Attend Governor Gobel Funeral

Democratic members of the legislature in Louisville explain they cannot attend Governor Gobel's funeral due to armed duress and unlawful threats. The message to Senator Blackburn notes the pressure preventing their presence.

Louisville Blackburn Goebel

Message of condolence for Governor Goebel’s death

An expression of sorrow from Kentucky residents condemns the assassination attempt on the governor and pledges loyalty to the state. The note notes devotion to Kentucky’s people, and hopes for restoration of powers under the law. Democratic senators also sent a similar message.

Oliitary Commonwealth Frankfort Kentucky Goebel

Secret Session Discusses Warrants to Arrest Absent Members

London Ky Feb 9 That action was discussed and decided in executive sessions of both houses to issue warrants for arrest and enforce attendance of enough absent members to form a quorum in each branch.

London

Democratic attorneys to meet Judge Taft in Cincinnati

Frankfort Kentucky February 9 The Democratic attorneys will meet Judge Taft in Cincinnati Judge J A Scott and Judge W H Pryor will travel there for the session.

Frankfort, Ky Taft Cincinnati J. A. Scott W. H. Pryor

Ohio Legislature introduces wide mix of bills in both chambers

Ohio lawmakers added numerous measures in Columbus with bills touching messenger duties, railway employer liability, school curriculum, aging limits, underground wires in Cincinnati, bonds for Toledo boulevards and fairgrounds, and saloon closures on Memorial Day. Senate ideas include fraternal insurance rules and amendments to bills of exceptions. Golson hanged in Alabama for murder. Lawton buried at Arlington with national tribute.

House Columbus Cincinnati Felow Toledo Isue Ohio State Board of Agriculture Arthur Cleveland Youngstown Akron Clark Senate Marchant Lawton Washington Henry W. Lawton National Cemetery Arlington America

No Rift In Clouds Yet as Conference Talks Loom

Louisville reports say Democratic Governor Beckham will protect legislators from arrest as Republican London and Frankfort factions push warrants to force quorum. London convenes with seven of 38 absent in the house and 13 in the senate. Taylor does not sign the Louisville peace agreement amid ongoing Frankfort talks.

Louisville Beckham London Frankfort General Assembly Castleman Senate Chancery Carter General Assembly of Texas Goebel Texas House Miller J. Speed Smith Richmond Burnham

Republican Petition and Kentucky legislative crisis report

Reports from Cincinnati and London on political petitions challenging the Goebel election law and on Governor Taylor’s secret warrants to force a house quorum. Mentioned are petitions alleging constitutional violations, the reorganization of the state election board, and tense legislative maneuvers as judges and counsel prepare for a restraining order hearing.

Peace Accord Near Signatures in Kentucky

Adjutant General Collier remained with Governor Taylor into the night, after late talks about the peace agreement. Sources indicate a decision was reached and the pact would likely be signed by Governor Taylor within 24 hours.

Frankfort Collier Taylor

Dramatic clash as Molineux murder trial rages in court

In New York the Molineux murder trial features a sensational confrontation as Assistant District Attorney Osborne accuses Mrs. Molineux of motive, reading a note from Blanche and provoking defense objections. General Molineux consoles his daughter-in-law as the judge presides. Separate report notes Root denying any plan to relieve Otis at Manila.

New York Osborne Roland B. Molineux Katherine J. Adams Manheim Brown Mr. Osborne Blanche Jade Barnet Cornish Weeks

Buller’s Queer Move Confuses War Experts Outlook at Ladysmith

London reports the Boer Count confirms the relief of Lady Smith failed again. Spencer Wilkinson notes Lord Roberts poised to begin a campaign with Methuen and the seventh division joining forces. Buller’s moves appear to be a demonstration to deter Boer reinforcements as trains support Kimberley.

London Morning Post Spencer Wilkinson Lord Roberts Methuen Buller Ladysmith Magersfontein Kimberley

No More Nitroglycerin Powder Adopted by Army

The Army Ordnance Department will abandon nitroglycerin powder and switch to a pure soluble cotton powder like the navy. The change follows an accident at Sandy Hook during a test of a 6 inch gun using smokeless powder for 8 inch guns cut in half. The charge reached over 80 600 pounds, exceeding the gun’s pressure gauge and injuring breech parts.

Army Army Ordnance Department Navy Navy Journal Sandy Hook

Cascarets Candy Cathartic Ad

An old advertisement promotes Cascarets candy cathartic as a remedy for constipation with prices of 10 cents and 25 cents and a money back guarantee if it fails.

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