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Newspaper
Fort Smith Elevator
Location
Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1890
Page
5
The Arkansas publication reports a 4,096 circulation as it notes rapid growth for the edition dated October 17, 1890. The item highlights rising readership and the paper’s expanding reach within the state.
Democratic candidate William L. Terry will speak in multiple towns across Arkansas. Planned stops include Huntington and Waldron on October 17 and 18, Yomlingon on October 20, Washburn on October 21, and Greenwood on October 21 at night.
Mr. George W. Austin has retired from the editorship of the Sevier County Democrat, ending a long tenure shaping the paper’s editorial voice and local coverage.
A note urges Democrats to remember the upcoming election for a Congressperson scheduled for the ord of next month. The reminder emphasizes timely participation and civic duty.
The Batesville Guard endorses Hon. Sam Davidson of Sharp County as a candidate for president of the Arkansas State Senate. Davidson garners local support and is highlighted as a leading contender in the party's discussions.
The race for the next House speaker narrows to two candidates: Hon E W Rector of Garland and Hon J F Sellers of Perry. Both names are active in the contest as the field narrows toward a final choice.
Hon John B Boykin of Paragould died suddenly on the 2nd. He was a man of prominence in his section and his loss is deeply deplored.
A call urges voters to not stay away from the polls next month and to support Sebastian and W L Terry with a strong majority.
A Crasetie correspondent from Izard county promotes Hon. J. B. Baker as a suitable timber for Speaker of the Next House. The letter argues for Baker’s fitness and leadership capacity.
Population of Arkansas reaches 1 124 885 per official figures with a 40 percent increase since 1886. The article notes skepticism about the census accuracy and efficiency of the counting process.
Rev Frank White of Drew County seeks Senate chaplainship while Dro AJB Miller aims for a similar post in the lower house. So far both men face no opposition as campaign notices proceed.
The average Republican of the Fourth Congresplutel District has not, so far as heard from, expressed any violent intention of rushing frantically to the support of his American nominee, Dr. Harrison.
Governor Eagle issues a proclamation calling a November 4 special election for the Second Congressional District to fill the vacancy created by the removal of Major Breckinridge.
One of Judge John A. Williams first acts is naming Poker Jack McClure as supervisor of elections. The choice is called a deliberate insult to all decent State voters and seen as unsurprising from Williams.
Mr C. C. Croce buys Jesse Bell’s share and will publish the Greenwood Democrat jointly with Bra Hampton. Croce is an experienced printer and newspaper man, promising a lively team alongside Hampton.
Judge Samuel T. Miller of the United States Supreme Court died Monday morning from a paralytic stroke suffered last Friday. He was the oldest Justice, born in Richmond Kentucky in 1816 and appointed by President Lincoln in 1862. He was regarded as one of the ablest justices to serve on the Court.
The third census district report suggests Little Rock may surpass its credited size by at least ten thousand inhabitants. Fort Smith once faced a similar undercount after an early rumour inflated its figures.
The state asylum is crowded at capacity and calls grow for enlargement or a new facility. An estimated 200 inmates lack accommodation and no account is kept of them. The legislature is urged to act more liberally than before.
The text argues for selecting a present official who is active in a crowded distressed area and urges passage of a law limiting officials to two consecutive terms. It emphasizes these reforms as important matters for governance.
Ashe cites Mr Geo C Naylor of the Arkansas Democrat and Mr O C Ludwig of the Clarkeville Arkansian as candidates for Journal Clerk. Taide runs for Assistant Clerk of the House, while Naylor seeks the Journal Clerk post, roles both held in the last session.
Last week reports claimed Major Breckinridge faced an assassination attempt at Center Point in Conway county. Investigation confirms the attempt occurred but failed as the conspirators fled in cowardice after assaulting Norman at Center Ridge, leaving Breckinridge unharmed.
Monticello resident Ab Wilson dies on Friday. Bradley County reports Lake Ivey killed by J L Reeves. Warren sawin shooting leaves one dead. Hot Springs mill worker loses arm. Preacher W O H Taylor assassinated near Monticello. A child drowns near Paughbarn. Smith & Deat robbery near Can way. loot around $200. Firearm accident figures clip near Marvel. Arkansas Midland trains collide. no fatalities. Argenta lumberman R C Clay killed. Van Buren man nearly dies by morphine. Ashburn shot near Nashville. sight damaged. Drowned bodies found at White River. Little Rock plans park from arsenal grounds. Conway area boy killed his father. five-year sentence. Arkansas Reports printing bid won by Lite Rock Democrat. Ashburn shooting accident near Nashville. Monroe county man Joseph Peters killed. Baxter county riot assaults a girl. Philadelphia gravel bank incident ends in death.
A roundup of deaths and disasters includes William Peters in Summer 1H, six London cremations, a mine blast near Jameaton Colorado killing three, Mexican gold mine deaths, a World Fair relocation note, a drunken shooting in Oklahoma City, Ed Sweeny fatally shot in Iowa, a Brooklyn resident defamed and jailed, Babe Burrows killed in Linden Alabama, a Mississippi woman foiling a robbery, a France mine disaster caused by a discharged worker, Dallas artesian water discovery, and the death of Gen W W Belknap in Washington City from suspected apoplexy.
Choctaw legislature at Tushkahehoma seats Gov Jones amid disputed vote counts. District totals gave Jones a narrow overall majority. Officials appointed include Dr Edn Wright National Agent and Tom Ainsworth National Auditor. Mixed news notes report deaths, territorial population, and local incidents in Indian Territory.
The report details numerous cases in which defendants faced larceny assault with intent to kill and liquor violations. Acquittals and life sentences are noted, along with numerous guilty pleas and fines. Judge Parker paid tribute to the memory of Justice Miller during the session.
The court expresses sorrow over the death of Judge Miter describing him as a eminent, pure man and true citizen. A formal resolution commends his integrity and extends sympathy to the widow and family, with a copy sent to the Supreme Court clerk in Washington.
Census bureau reports population data for the First and Third Arkansas Districts. A separate item mentions a disaster at the Duaponi powder works in Rockland where an explosion on the Tih killed ten workers and wounded twenty.
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