Goebel Assassination Attempt Shocks Kentucky Capitol
In Frankfort on January 30 Goebel was shot while walking to the Capitol. Harland Whittaker of Butler County was arrested, four revolvers found, and guards placed at all entrances as the city wakes to word of the governor candidate’s likely recovery. A second shooting occurred nearby in a saloon, with Ike Williams wounded. Soldiers and police surrounded the Capitol as the incident sparked mass agitation and rapid official action.
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Kentucky
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Taylor
John F. Miles
Assalgin
Whittaker
Ike Williams
Craig Ireland
Charles Matthews
Ireland
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State Capitol
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Aratory
Wolcott
Aftermath of Shooting Narrowly Involving Governor
Witnesses recount quick arrests of all inside the building when shots rang out. Governor Taylor is named but not believed to be involved as Blaze Davidson notes 40 men slept upstairs for days, unknown to authorities, who seek to aid the investigation.
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Blaze Davidson
If Goebel Survives Kentucky Democrats Declare Governor
Amid factional turmoil in Kentucky Democrat circles supporters vow Goebel will serve as governor if he survives the political crisis. Party leaders emphasize loyalty to the party line and stability as the state faces a potential power vacuum.
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Kentucky
Goebel Crisis Spurs 5000 Troops to Frankfort
Associated Press report from Frankfort Kentucky on January 30 describes a state crisis over Goebel. 5,000 troops expected to mobilize and march to Frankfort as Democrats guard J C W Beckham at the Capitol hotel. Goebel’s possible death raises fears of Beckham as successor.
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Covington
Bryan Says It as Shocking at Goebel Shooting
Boston January 20 William J Bryan reacted to news Senator Goebel of Kentucky had been shot. He called the act shocking urged restraint and said the Democrats should not use violence. He trusted the shot would not prove fatal and urged letting the law deal with violators.
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Boston
Mass
Democratic State Committee
William J. Bryan
Senator Goebel
Kentucky
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Goebel
Shooting of Kentucky governor candidate shocks Washington
Washington reports the shooting of William Gochel, Democratic governor hopeful in Kentucky. The incident draws sorrow from President and Cabinet, with officials condemning political bloodshed. News spreads across the House as Kentucky figures react and discuss implications. John Whittaker is said to hail from Governor Taylor's district in Kentucky.
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Kentucky
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John Whittaker
Taylor
First Shot Cannon Gifted to Nachville City
Washington January 236 The Senate met today to consider a bill directing that the cannon from the gunboat Nashville, fired the first shot in the Spanish American War, be presented to the city of Nashejik. The proposal was condemned by the body and the cannon remained in question.
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Nachville
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
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Nashejik
Torpedo Boat Lost Near Finisterre Report Reaches City
A report from Corunna Saint Finisterre states a torpedo boat, its name and nationality unknown, was lost with ten crew aboard. The vessel was sighted near Mintarwrra and wreckage confirmed by Associated Press sources in Spain.
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State capital notes on La Follette paper sale and pardons
In Madison Wisconsin Old Dane Printing changed to The State the La Follette aligned organ. Sold to young lawyer H C Winter amid editor changes. Insurance dept banked 29000 in licenses. Governor Scofield pardoned Ben Whineler who forged a $100 check after fifteen months served.
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Chicago
British Planed Move in South Africa War Readied
London reports rumor that General Kitchener or Lord Roberts may take command of a joint British advance with Gatacre and French, bolstered by fresh troops against the Orange Free State. Dispatches indicate Kenney-Kenney occupied Thebus, signaling preparation to advance on Bloemfontein amid Boer counter notices.
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Boers Win Again in South African Action
Dispatch from Colesburg reports Commandant Delarey saying British forces attacked January 3 and were repulsed with heavy losses. Boer casualties given as two men slightly wounded and one severely. British losses not known but likely heavy. Kimberley bombardment continues as other Boer forces remain quiet.
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Pretoria
Colesburg
Cape Colony
Delarey
Grobler
Schorman
Grobhr
Double Wedding Planned at Robie Residence Vinland
Fred W Dane and Zoa Robie will wed in a double ceremony at the Robie residence in Vinland. Jerry Vosburg and Grace H Robie will also marry in the same event. The wedding, a major social occasion, draws guests from Neenah and nearby towns with an extra Osh Kosh Neenah Interurban car arranged for the evening.
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Zoa Robie
Worry Vospire
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Robie
Vinland
Jerry Vosburg
Grace H. Robie
Misses Robies
Lawton and Logan Bodies Arrive aboard Transport Thomas
The transport Thomas has borne the bodies of General Lawton and Major Logan after sighting near Painc Reyes. The ship is expected to reach San Francisco around noon today. The bodies were recovered from the Meade Oslern mission. The Associated Press reports the vessels arrival in the bay.
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Mead Oslern
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Logan
Painc Reyes
Neeland brothers and captain rescued from ice floe trek
Andrew Neeland James Neeland and Captain Peter Peterson were swept onto an ice floe and rode it for four hours before being reached last night near Menominee Michigan. The perilous voyage began yesterday afternoon as the trio moved across the ice and faced rising dangers before rescue arrived.
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James Neeland
Peter ‘Peterson
Dake
British Will Try Bold Break From Ladysmith Front
London and New York dispatches report military experts in London expect General White to launch a desperate effort to break through Boer lines from Ladysmith despite heavy losses. Butler’s retreat south of the Little Tugela raises fears of severed communications and a Boer trap, as Lord Roberts notes the transport train hampering mobility.
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Receiver Appointed for Independent Order of Foresters
In Museih Vermont on January 30 Judge Tothill appointed a receiver for the Independent Order of Foresters upon the request of Charles J. Jones the chief official. The organization spans many branches and local chapters across the area.
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Associated Press
Chicago
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Order of Forestern Wtllinois
Death of Menasha Pioneer John Anthony at 71
John Anthony longtime Menasha resident and grocer died at 5 30 am Monday from stomach cancer at his home on Taird street aged 71 He lived in the city about forty years worked as a cooper then ran a grocery at Third and Appleton He survived by a widow three daughters Barbara Anthony Sister Gertrude a charity nun in La Crosse nine grandchildren Funeral mass is set for nine tomorrow at St Marys church
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la Crosse
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Luxemberg
St. Mary's Church
Death of Jermian Verdure in Vinland Farm Death
Jeremiah Vosburg aged ninety two died at his Vinland home after a long life as a county settler. He leaves three sons George H C C and Frank Vosburg of Vinland and was born in New York. Heart disease caused death. A grandson’s wedding is planned Wednesday in Vinland. Funeral at 1 pm from his residence and 2 pm from Vinland M E church, burial in Vinland cemetery.
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Vinland
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British troops used bayonets at Spionkop battle
London dispatches report that British soldiers were short of ammunition at Spionkop on Wednesday and met Boer fire with bayonets. War Office denies these stories, saying bayonets were used only if commanders deemed them more effective given circumstances.
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Pretoria and Spearsman Camp Tribute to Gallant Sides
Accounts from Pretoria and Spearsman camp praise the gallantry and stubborn courage shown by both sides in the conflict. Both the British and the Dutch are lauded for roemen worthy of their ateel.
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Pretoria
Fresh Sensation in Street Railway Injunction Case
In Milwaukee on January 30 Judge Ludwig’s court saw the withdrawal of the sweeping injunction against further actions by city officials and the street railway company. The Trendage Injunctions suit was allowed to withdraw, with C B Whitnall of Linden Land Company added as abutting-property owner substitute amid objections. Mayor Rose’s affidavit, deemed scandalous by W H Timlin, prompted objections to its filing and a perjury charge contemplated by Timlin as the affidavit was taken under consideration.
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Wis
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Street Railway Company
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Hugh Ryan
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Timlin
Judea Ludwig
Dunn Found Guilty of Murder in First Degree
Milwaukee January 30 Harry Dunn was found guilty of murder in the first degree for killing Emil Lieber in Lake town on October 3 1898 He faces sentencing on Thursday and a court note indicates continued cold weather with northwest winds.
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Harry Dunn
Emil Lieber
Lake
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