Evarts Texas election outrages and a call for national control
Senator Evarts reports on Texas Washington county election outrages where poll holders were shot and ballot boxes destroyed. He argues for federal regulation of election machinery and electors, with a Republican Senate and House debate foreshadowed. The piece notes ballot reform debates, Governor Hill's NY remarks, and a proposed railroad commission with three statewide commissioners and power to set rates.
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Cowles Internal Revenue Bill Faces Committee Scrutiny
The revenue panel of the House debated the Cowles internal revenue bill amid divisions among Democrats and cautious support from Republicans. The committee may report back with amendments to strike tough provisions, possibly favorably, after further sessions.
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Bers Logan
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Two Passenger Agents Describe Turmoil in Goldsboro and Emigration Rush
Two agents from Greensboro arrived in Goldsboro amid white heat over black migration. They reported crowds of African Americans fleeing to the West after threats and mobs, with up to two thousand leaving Wayne County and 1500 awaiting trains. One hotelier urged haste and offered horses as officials prepared security. A telegram claimed 1500 emigrants ready for transport, and the agents debated timing for tickets.
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Five Prisoners Escape From Cleveland County Jail
Reported escape from a jail in Jersey City area mentions five inmates slipping from a window on the third story, using torn bed clothing to reach ground, one man recaptured after a dog alerted keeper. Victims named include farmer Philhekish Cavender and John Ligan. Armstrong a brother of a lynched man, Van Canady.
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