Morgan's Resolution on Cuba Sparks Senate Debate
The Senate briefly discussed Senator Morgan's resolution declaring a state of war with Cuba and then deferred action for a week due to Senator Hale's absence. The session also addressed tax and tariff questions, the internal revenue on spirits, and potential commissions for Cuba, withFurther debate on the indemnity issue and the broader U.S. stance toward Turkey and Spain.
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Senate committee closeted with West sparks speculation
In Washington on April 20 the Republican Senate committee members met privately with Senator West of the Democratic Party. The closed session on the tari hil bill prompted wide speculation about upcoming legislative moves and party positions.
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Reid indicted for murder in Bibb county case
Charles L Reid faces murder charges for the shooting of TL Halstead in Macon Georgia on April 7 His wife Mrs A J Reid who identified Halstead and Robert Dennington are also indicted as principals in the second degree Both Mrs Reid and Dennington were arrested and Held In custody Trial likely in early May Bond request for Mrs Reid cites impending motherhood.
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Charles 1. Reid
TL. M. Jlalstead
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War Halstead
Bibb County
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Robert Dennington
Chicago Mass Meeting Promises New Transport Association
A mass meeting of Western roads general passenger agents in Chicago on April 20 considers a draft agreement for a new passenger agents association. The draft has strong Chicago and St Louis backing, but two articles face questions over timing and locality. The chairman may be urged to work with state and interstate railroad commissions to enforce reasonable rates with roads that refuse to maintain them after notice. The agreement is likely to be adopted as written.
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St. Louis
Murderer Kelly Confesses to Stickney Killing and Robbery
Montreal dispatch reports Jose Id Kelly confessed to fatally bludgeoning cashier Stickney at Somersworth New Jersey during a robbery. He claims no accomplice and says the cashier’s recognition forced the violent act, followed by a knife slash as the victim stirred.
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Gunboat action and Cuban tobacco contracts questioned
In Havana Premier Canovas signals reforms delayed pending confirmation of Cuba pacification. Spanish gunboat Delgado Jarejo, while escorting troops up the San Juan river, engages insurgents, reports four killed, several wounded, and two insurgents captured. La Gucha editorializes that American tobacco export contracts are fraudulent, accusing unscrupulous Americans of exploiting Weyler’s edict. Disgust grows among tobacconists and manufacturers.
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Complimentary German Sub Sermnan At Masonic Temple
A charming complimentary sermon at the Masonic Temple drew a young Indies audience with German tunes. John Wingfield led the program with Johnston and Temple Vaughan assisting, as guests from Hampton, Richmond, Reedmond, Greensboro joined in. Bories’ orchestra provided the music as dances continued past 1 5 a.m.
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Charming Event at Tazewell Taylor Trub home
Mr and Mrs Tazewell Taylor Trub hosted a charming gathering at their Charlotte Street home last evening. Attendees filled the decorated rooms from 6 20 to 10 00, with Mrs Hubbard aided by Mrs Henry Hughes Little and several guests including Miss Louise Taylor and Miss Imma Preeman among others. Refreshments were served throughout the evening.
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Train Tragic Death of Woman Picked Coal Near Lambert’s Point
Yesterday at 9:15 p.m. Mlren Hendrick, an elderly Black woman, was struck by a Norfolk and Western train on the Lambert’s Point division. She was picking coal along the tracks, slipped while moving aside for the oncoming train, and the wheels passed over her, severing both feet. She died within an hour.
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Norfolk and Western Railroad
Petersburg Man Struck By Electric Car
Special report from Petersburg Virginia on April 20 describes Mr. 18. 1. Chambers of Dinwiddie County driving a wagon on Halifax Street when an electric car struck it, wrecking the wagon. Chambers was thrown from the wagon and seriously injured. Mr. Won, MR Melenny of the area, had been employed at an institute suit against the electric railway company seeking damages. the amount is not yet determined.
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Greeks Take Damass in renewed Turkish push to the front
An official dispatch from Arta reports Greek forces crossed the Amethos and fortified Neokhori and Sakhikkalama while Colonel Manos advances toward Paraskevis. Damassi reportedly captured and burned after a desperate battle as Turkish assaults at Idhem Pasha’s line are repulsed. Tyrnavos occupation shifts as troops move toward Milouna and Reve. The Queen’s steamer Thessaly serves as a floating hospital with 300 beds for the wounded.
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Awe of Weyler fronts Greek retreat near Tyrnave
Constantinople April 26 reports say Abdum Pasha wired the Sultan claiming notable victories yesterday. Greeks evacuated their entrenched camp, leaving cages of millets and rifles behind. Turks recaptured Velilehu as Greek forces surprised and captured it day one of frontier. Turkish commander at Daninn repulsed Greek flotilla bombardment and drew a division inward. A telegram from Zanthi notes Greek landings at Leutheropal were attacked and defeated. 100 Greeks killed.
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Turkish Naval Squadron Leaves Golder Flann for Dyradtenelles
Turkish squadron from Constantinople sails for the Dyradtenelles aboard ironclad Orhainien monitor MHissirahoan corvette Man fourni five torpedo boats and four steamers converted to cruisers Prince Mavrocorda Greek minister to Turkey departs to Athens as ambassadors bid him farewell at the quay
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Dr Tluniter withdraws bid for U S Senate in Kentucky
In Frankfort Kentucky April 20 Dr Tluniter the noted Republican nominee for the United States Senate issued a statement confirming his withdrawal after a full review of the situation. The move ends months of uncertainty for supporters and opponents alike as party leaders respond to the change.
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Frankfot
Dr. Tluniter
United States Senate
Political stalemate frames Senate battle amid shifting loyalties
The piece describes a tense vote chase as Hunter trails by a single vote, Ogilvie's arrival shifts dynamics, and the Blackburn camp braces for a potential tie if Bell is seated. It notes resignations, party splits, and the looming caucus as winter campaigns heat up.
Corbetto Fitzsimons challenges Mitzsimmons for world title
James J. Corbetto Fitzsimons of New York formally challenges Robert Vitzysimmons to meet him again in the prize ring. He deposits 5000 dollars as forfeit and invites Vitzysimmons to arrange rounds, place, and final terms. Mitzsimmons has yet to respond.
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Associated Press
New York
James J. Corbetti
Robert Vitzysimmons
James J. Corbety
Mitzsimmons
Pity Will Not Arecept
Philadelphia April 20 firesimson tonight decided that he meant to print intention to challenges from Corbett or anyone else for some time as he had earned a rest and meant to have it He added however that he proposed to follow Corbett's example as dictator of the prize ring and his reply was that the latter should earn new reputation as a fighter instead of a boxer before he presumed to challenge him.
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Corbett
Roanoke College to Hear Democratic Leaders at Commencement
Joseph W. Jalley of Texas accepted to deliver the commencement address at Roanoke College in Salem Virginia on June. Batley and Wellington of Maryland are expected to speak at the alumni dinner on the day of commencement June 1th.
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Ilon
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Sloop James Pender Strands Near Lewes After Rail Tie Run
The schooner James Pender from Virginia bound for New York with railroad ties ran aground five miles southeast of Lewes Delaware. Eight crewmen were rescued by lifeboats, and the vessel is expected to be a total loss.
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Boston doctors to hold consultations at Atlantica Hotel
Dr. Eh Flower of Boston and Dr. St Blower will be at the Atlantic hotel today and tomorrow offering professional consultations. Visitors may seek medical guidance and appointments.
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Destitution in Red River area prompts relief plan
Telegraph from Pembina North Dakota dated April 19 reports over two hundred flood destitute along the Red River needing immediate aid as local committees cannot suffice. Government agrees to direct aid via Pembina mayor. New Orleans report notes 372 destitute near Nastor from overflow, recommends three weeks of rations. Government plans two army steamers, Golden Gate and Alert, to aid relief along the Mississippi and Yazoo Sunflower basins, with Crowley in charge.
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Virginia Supreme Court term ends with several affirmations
The Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals closes its term in Richmond. Opinions handed down affirm several circuit and law and equity court cases including Sims vs Sims and Rosenbaum vs Selden while other matters such as De Maine and Son v Washington Southern Railway are reversed. The term adjourns to Wytheville on June 8. Royal Arcanum reports routine work with 21 member deaths this year.
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Grand Ball to be Elven by Princes Anne Hotel Leaders
Invitations mailed in Virginia Beach for a grand ball to be held Monday night by the Princes Anne hotel management. Patronesses include Mrs LeRoy H Shields Mrs George McIntosh and Mrs William H White, all of the city, promising one of the season’s early highlights.
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Manley Declines Run for Seth L. Mulier Seat Tomorrow
Augusta Maine April 20 The Kennebec Journal will publish Joseph Manley s letter stating he is not a candidate for the late Congressman Seth L Mulliken s seat Public notices also tout De Witts Witch Hazel Salve as a home remedy for burns cuts bruises and sores with endorsements from J M F P Trotter Norfolk HR L Walker Brambleton Truitt Smith Berkley
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Kennebec Journal
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Seth L. Mul Iken
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Norfolk
HR. L. Walker
Brambleton
Truitt & Smith
Berkley
High Grade Pianos at Hume-Minor Co Main Street
Advert reads piano sales by Hume-Minor Co at 24 Main Street with low figures and easy terms. Mentions tuning and repairing services and touts “Newest Discovery” in painless tooth extraction with dental rooms at 234 Main Street Runls, Dant Bt.
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