15 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1900
Page
1
A judge rules that the federal court lacks jurisdiction in minor election cases involving Beckham, and Taft will not interfere. The decision clarifies jurisdiction boundaries and potential oversight by the federal system.
In Cincinnati on February 14, Judge Taft denied a preliminary injunction in Kentucky cases. He indicated appeals could reach the United States Supreme Court after state court hearings. Former Governor Bradley and counsel declined to specify the next steps but warned of potential Supreme Court review.
Governor Taylor sues J C W Beckham and John B Castleman in Kentucky Circuit Court seeking injunctions to prevent Beckham from acting as Governor and Castleman from discharging Adjutant General duties. Taylor alleges Goebel election, Beckham claim, and disruption of state government. summons served, case to be allotted by drawing.
In Frankfort on February 14 Governor Taylor said Judge Taft’s ruling denying federal jurisdiction in the minor State officers contests does not affect his own case. Beckham v. Taylor in Circuit Court sought to oust him from the governorship, with injunction to bar Taylor from duties and from the State Treasury. Democratic lawmakers from Louisville returned after investigating Frankfort conditions.
Letter to The Times requests help locating Mare Hansen's husband James E. Hansen who disappeared January 14 after saying he would return soon. The Dane, 38, medium height, light complexion, dark moustache, has two tattoo marks on both arms. His absence leaves Mare Hansen and four children destitute. police informed.
Students from classes 1902 and 1903 at Jefferson Medical College fought in the college building at Tenth and Walnut. An early pole-planting and taunts escalated into a hallway brawl during a lecture, leaving many with cuts and bruises and drawing in police from the thirteenth district.
French makes a brilliant move as many lagers and stores are captured in the upheaval reported across the city. Local outlets and distributors respond to the strategic turnover with new lines and reorganizations. Authorities cautioned buyers to verify sources during the transition.
Senator Penrose said he would attempt to bring the Quay case to a Senate debate on Friday. The delay in the caucus action disappointed Quay supporters who now seek action in the Senate without a caucus date. Since Chancellor Chandler gave notice to move the case, speeches are ready on both sides and the field remains open.
Max Krebs known as Jack the Slasher, tied to dress-cutting crimes in Baltimore and other cities, was brought to Baltimore and boarded the steamship Roland bound for Bremen. He admits a compulsion to cut dresses when near women, sometimes behaving lucidly, with a wealthy family background and a brother funding his ticket.
Police from the Thirty second district probe a theft at St Clement's Roman Catholic Church on Seventy first Street and Woodland Avenue. Charity boxes at the entrance doorway were found broken and emptied after the church had closed. The rector had removed funds on Sunday, suggesting limited loot for thieves who likely hid in the building.
Special Telegram to The Times reports a blast at Shenandoah Powder Company mills in Krebs Station near Shenandoah just after 10 this morning. Owners are local capitalists. Karl Acker and Samuel Klingerman were injured. Klingerman severely burned. Cause of the explosion remains a mystery.
London reports Lord Roberts forwarding General French’s march to seize a Modder crossing. French's force of three brigades, including colonial contingents, forced passage at Clip Drift and seized nearby drifts while facing severe heat and a dust storm. Minor losses, one officer wounded. Sixth division on north bank and moving to aid.
Arrivals list ships sailing to New York from Bremen Darmstadt Bremen Oceanica Liverpool Noordland Antwerp Champton from Bremen with routes to New York and several port calls noted.
Longstanding contamination from decayed matter and dust has tainted the Schuylkill water as heavy rains overwhelm the sewer system. Officials report rising typhoid cases from forty four at end of January to forty six the next week, with fears of a broader outbreak if conditions persist.
February 14 incident near east reef of the Illisols Breen left one dead and two severely injured. Twenty were buried in the debris but most were rescued, with several others lightly hurt.
Special cablegram reports Lord Roberts shifting headquarters to the Riet river and Colonel Hannay conducting a mounted infantry maneuver from Orange River camp to Ramdam. The operation aims to relieve a larger forthcoming action with the main body and baggage safely through.
New stylish suits in worsteds cheviots and cassimeres are heavily discounted to clear space for Spring stocks. Prices drop from regular levels to as low as seven dollars fifty cents for certain $12 and $10 garments and up to eighteen dollars for the highest tier, aimed at quick turnover and future Spring shopping.
Buyers are urged to stock up now with smart investments in winter overcoats. Various styles and prices drop significantly from $10 to $7.50 and $25 coats to $17, with many items cut by as much as half.
Shapeless trousers sell for low prices while ours are all wool and well made in worsted Cheviot and cassimeres. Purchase options include $2.50, $3.00, $3.50, $4.00 and up to $6.50 trousers. Wanamaker store at Southwest Corner Twelfth and Market Streets.
An advertisement for Perry & Co at 1620 Chestnut Street touts new NEt potteroes suits and overcoats offering elegance of costly garments at bargain prices. Several lines claim lower prices and superior appearance to competitors.
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