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Newspaper

Jackson Argus

Location

Jackson, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1896

Page

4

Hanna Condemns Coercion In National Campaign

Chairman Hanna of the Republican National Committee releases a proclamation denying voter coercion by employers or the opposing camp. He argues coercion is unlawful, urges authorities be informed, and vows party effort to safeguard free and honest votes for all citizens regardless of politics. He stresses majority rule and citizen rights.

Jones Hanna Republican National Committee Messrs Bryan Republic of National Committee National Democratic Committee

Flurry in Wheat Hits Chicago Board Futures

Wheat futures in Chicago fell sharply on Saturday with December grain sliding to 69 cents and closing just above that level. The rapid drop followed a week of declines totaling over 10 cents from the 80 cent peak reached last Monday. Traders faced bewilderment as prices tumbled amid panic on the exchange.

Board of Trade Chicago

Largest Cargo Yet Carried From American Port

Steamer Algoa departed Galveston for Liverpool with a 1 million dollar load including 18 260 bales of cotton 104 000 bushels of grain and 640 tons of other freight totaling 24 000 bales of cotton The voyage marks the largest cargo ever shipped from a U S port surpassing the prior record of 22 000 bales aboard the steamer American from New Orleans The captain is Frazer and the destination is Liverpool

Algoa Galveston Algos Frazer Texas Liverpool American New Orleans

Rushin Receives Life Sentence for Lilly Murder

In Thomasville Georgia on Thursday John T Rushin was sentenced to life in prison by Judge Candler for the murder of Captain James F Lilly. The two day trial drew heavy public interest and the jury deliberated five hours before returning the verdict. The crime was described as one of the county’s most cold blooded.

Lilly Thomasville Gla John T. Rushin James F. Lilly Candler Rushin

West Virginia Third Party Ticket Resigns

Three Populist candidates in West Virginia resigns from the state ticket. Colonel Fitzgerald withdraws as governor candidate, W. C. Miller for auditor and J H Cifner for treasurer also resign as the party endorses the Democratic nominee and calls for free coinage of silver.

West Virginia Colonel Fitzgerald W. C. Miller J. H. Cifner

Seligman firm announces large gold receipt and orders

J and W Seligman of New York report to their San Francisco agents that they have received 2,375,000 in gold from Australia and have ordered an additional 2,375,000 around November 19. The firm notes shipments directed to Europe and Australia are forthcoming.

J. & W. Seligman & Co New York Australia Europe

Judge Crisp Dead at Atlanta Sanatorium

Judge Crisp, who had endured a long illness, died at a sanatorium in Atlanta on Friday after his condition abruptly worsened.

Remains of Ex Speaker Crisp Laid In State In Atlanta

Charles F Crisp died at Dr Holmes sanitorium in Atlanta from a heart rupture triggered by lung congestion. Thousands viewed the remains in state at the capitol and at Americus the funeral drew about 10 000 mourners. The procession included officials and citizens, with General Clement Evans delivering the burial sermon in Americus.

Charles F. Crisp Dr. Holmes’ Sanitorium Atlanta Judge Crisp Miss Sharp Dr. Holmes Fred Davenport Bertha Crisp Charles F. Crisp, Jr Fred Crisp Ballard House Peachtree, Street Crisp Americus Capitol Statehouse West Cain Street Atkinson Wm. J. Northen J. B. S. Thompson Southern Railroad House Senate Central Macon Lee Schley Stewart Dooly Terrell Houston Clement A. Evans Evans Americas Fyay

Nation Mourns Death of Mrs Crisp’s Husband Mr. Crisp

Friends and officials across the United States mourned the death of Mr. Crisp as news spread from early morning telegrams to Mrs. Crisp and her family. Sympathy flowed from many states and prominent leaders, reflecting national condolences.

Crisp Mr. Crisp Mrs. Crisp Union United States

Jones I S Hopeful on Democratic Campaign Prospects

Chairman Jones of the Democratic National Committee says the campaign outlook is more favorable than ever. Reports from Indiana Michigan Minnesota Iowa Ohio Kentucky and West Virginia show encouraging news and confidence. He predicts the Democratic candidate will be elected by an overwhelming majority.

Jones Democratic National Committee Indiana Michigan Minnesota Iowa Ohio Kentucky West Virginia Bryan James K. Janes Silver Party Republican Congressional Committee Washington Silverites Marine Hospital Service D. M. Burgess Florence and Lillian Havana Pascagoula Fla Talliapiedra Burgess West Point War Department Ernst Congress Academy Custom House

Tomlinson Sees Bryan Victory Amid Vast Campaign Tours

Hon John W Tomlinson of Alabama on the Bryan nationwide campaign reports immense crowds across Indiana Illinois Iowa North and South Dakota Minnesota Michigan Aberdeen South Carolina Tiffin Ohio and other sites. He notes unprecedented demonstrations and widespread support as Bryan travels through the Mississippi River region and returns to Illinois.

Tomlinson John W. Tomlinson Alabama Democratic National Advisory Committee Bryan Party Chicago Bryan Jeffersonville Ind Indianapolis Hoosier State Indiana Iowa North South Dakota Minnesota Michigan Illinois Mr. Bryan Aberdeen S. C Tiffin William J. Bryan Ottawa Spring Valley Mississippi River Rock Island Monmouth Macomb Bushnell Mississippi Quincy Jacksonville

Populist Elector Resigns from Tennessee Ticket

Captain J. H. Burnham, populist elector at large from Tennessee, resigns posting a two column letter to Chairman Buchanan. He accuses the faorkina to prevent fusion and ends his service amid party turmoil.

J. H. Burnham Tennessee Buchanan Faorkina

Daily Transpiring at Uncle Sam's Headquarters

National Capital items report on Mr. Echols departing Washington to campaign and not expected to return before election. Edwin Willits dies. George F. Moore named U S attorney for the middle district of Alabama. Dauntless sailed to quarantine. Raleigh and Newark movements noted. Campaign doc distributions show Republicans lead in pieces issued.

Mr. Echols Washington Otta, Il Edwin Willits Monroe Mich Harrison George F. Moore United States Middle District Alabama Senator Pugh Clayton Dauntless Jacksonville Fla Merrill Miller Raleigh Navy Department Newark Hampton Roads Florida Key West Merrill Three Friends

BargainBuyers Tale Of A Debtor Husband

A dialogue recalls a woman who buys bargains and even “bids in” her titled husband at a sale. The exchange notes she buys the most useless items while her husband’s debts are settled, suggesting a curious marriage of commerce and credit.

Carlisle at Bowling Green

Hon. John G. Carlisle secretary of the treasury spoke at Bowling Green Kentucky Friday evening to an audience there.

John G. Carlisle the Treasury Bowling Green

What Causes Pies To Run Over In Cooking

A common question among cooks is why pies boil over. The main cause is shallow plates that cannot hold juice and steam. Using a deep agate plate reduces trouble. a funnel of stiff paper in the crust or leaving an opening in the upper crust also helps steam escape.

How to Weigh Without Scales

A practical guide listing old equivalents for measuring ingredients. It covers items like flour butter and sugar to eggs and streams into volumes such as pints quarts and gallons. Also provides cup and glass sizes and common spoon measures with concise conversion notes.

Boston Transcript

Frugal Housekeeping Saves Wasted Bits and Repairs

A Detroit Free Press note explains a thrifty housekeeper repairing a cracked paper tub with putty muslin and paint, then patching granite ware with copper rivets. The piece urges practical mending to cut household costs and extend every item’s life.

Detroit Free Press

From a Historic Home Cookery Page

A collection of simple era recipes covers grapes rinse and serve, celery salad with mayonnaise dressing, a codfish breakfast dish with tomatoes on toast, meat gems from lean roast beef, cheese cream toast on stale bread, and a broiled porter house steak thinly seared then finished over heat.

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