Gouvernor Tillman and Peterson in Denmark case
Correspondeces reveal Governor Tillman and W A Neal detailing a suspension of a man named John Peterson amid suspicions of the Miss Mamie Baxter outrage. The governor sought witnesses and held Peterson temporarily while alibi inquiries proceeded, with reports of possible lynching fears and police involvement.
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John Peterson
Iask
B.R. Tinsman
Clayton
Journal
Wade Wylie
Mr. Tillman
John Petersop
Denmark
Mamie Baxter
Governor Tillman
Peterson
Chief of Police
L. B. Jenkins
Cousins
Lambert
Mr. Jenkins
Keeley remedy praised by clergy and physicians in reform debate
The piece defends Dr Keeley’s treatment for alcoholism against temperance opposition, arguing doctors and ministers have neglected the issue, and urges broader support based on persistent social ruin from liquor. It cites personal testimonies and calls for bold action and funding.
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Chicago
Dr. Keeley
Keeley
Ife
Indignation Meeting Over Lynching in Columbia
In Columbia on April 26 citizens protested Governor Tillman for sending John Peterson in chains to Denmark to face a mob. A mass meeting at the Courthouse denounced lynching and urged legal trial, with resolutions condemning the governor’s action and calling for protection of the accused.
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CoLumbia
S. C
Peterson
Denmark
Degro
Tillman
Barnwell
Inman
Court Louse
Ilaskell
J. W. Muller
Slaskell
Ile
Flaskell
RR. W. Shand
W.'‘T. Martin
W. CG
Swat Gm
D. R. Flenniken
Haskell
John Peterson
Actiag
Columbiaa
Court House
Lt. Wilson
Ife
J. IL. Johnson
J. I. Johnson
Usher
W. J. Chappelle
Eloc. G. Washington
Holmes
Williams
Morris
South Carolina
John L Peterson
Barnwell County
Lynch
John Peter
M. G. Johnson
G. J. Nelson
Efe
Veterson
Nelson
Lev
Art
Hart
Till- Man
Mass Meeting Prompts Debate on Lynching in South Carolina
A large gathering in Columbia, South Carolina discussed the Peterson case and Governor Tillman's surrender of John Peterson to a mob. Speakers urged action against lynching while condemning mob violence, with tensions rising over treatment of the governor and the role of law.
Supreme Court Denies Sheriff’s Habeas Corpus in South Carolina Tax Case
The Supreme Court, in a Fullerton opinion, denies Sheriff Tyler of Aiken County relief from a 350 contempt fine. The court holds federal receivership and court orders take precedence over state tax seizures, affirming the circuit court’s authority and denying habeas relief. Riser and Daines issues are resolved similarly.
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Washington
South Carolina
Supreme Court of the United States
Fuller
Tyler
Aiken County
Circuit Court of the
United States
United States Court
Supreme Court
Justice Fuller
Circuit Court
Saan
Sherrifff Riser
Daines
Extra Session Called By President Cleveland Inches Closer
Texas Congressman Buck Kilgore stated there will be an extra session of Congress called not later than September with possible sooner date. President Cleveland had confirmed the plan in a metropolitan lobby meeting, indicating urgency may speed the timing between the Ist and Lith of the month.
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Columbia
3. C
Tina Richardson
Ward 1
L. B. Wolk
Folk
Kendall
WaAsaMaTron
Congress
Buck Kilgore
Texas
Mr. Cleveland
Cleveland
Kilgore
Patie
Columbia State
Peterson Guilty Claims Stir Columbia Scene
In Columbia on April 27 reports assert Peterson’s guilt beyond doubt. Two Denmark visitors name Peterson as the crime’s culprit while claiming witnesses and locals, including Mayfield, corroborate the verdict and condemn other suspects. Congress member Bailey backs Carlisle for president as a leading figure.
Port Royal and Augusta Railroad Receivership Change
In Savannah on April 23 Judge Pardee's decision transfers control of the Port Royal and Augusta Railroad from Receiver Comer to J N Averill as receiver, directing possession be returned to the Port Royal and Augusta Company. the Port Royal road is organized and not insolvent.
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Savannah
Pardee
United States
Port Royal
Augusta
J. N. Averill
Port Royal Road
South Carolina
Georgia’ Central Railroad
Averill
United States Circuit Court
Comer
Central Railroad
Central
Port Royal and Augusta Company
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Mayfield
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