Senate considers New Mexico admission and public bills
The Senate opened with debates on New Mexico joining the Union while passing public building bills. Discussion touched on duties, wheat production, and post offices, with notable exchanges on appropriations and state interests. The session adjourned after noon with further measures set for tomorrow.
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Delegations Gather for National Convention in Arlington
A meeting at the Arlington hotel opens at noon tomorrow with sessions likely lasting two days. Interest runs high as cities vie for the national convention. Cincinnati Milwaukee and New York lead the bid, with delegations from multiple cities totaling over 1,000 people.
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Vance Voices War Hesitation On Chile Admission
Senator Vance in a Tuesday interview says Democratic senators oppose war with a small nation like Chile but would back an apology and indemnification if the president’s message justifies it. He cautions against foreign born ambassadors and urges native representatives. many Civil War veterans would unite in defense if a foreign conflict arose.
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Albany Prison Fire Alarm At State Penitentiary
An Albany penitentiary fire alarm dispatched at 5 45 this afternoon reports a portion of the plant in flames. Police from the second and fourth precincts have been sent to the scene for response and control.
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Fayetteville Names Young Postmaster Benjamin Henderson
The President appoints Benjamin Henderson as Fayetteville postmaster. A 21 year old Black man, he is Abe Henderson's son, a renowned local barber.
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Murder Trial Opens in Pitt County Case
The trial of F C Martin for the killing of G Manning is under way with a not guilty plea. A jury pool of 150 men was ordered and Thursday was set for continued proceedings. Tonight Isaac H Smith of Newbern speaks to Raleigh’s colored citizens at the courthouse about forming a land and improvement association in the city, inviting attendance at 7 30.
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Priest and Bride Betrayed Spark Village Massacre
In Leaca loo, Santa Ana district, a priest’s betrayal of a betrothed girl led to the lover Adrian Garcia shooting the priest. A mob then attacked the jail, tearing the guard and freeing no one, with about thirty suspects jailed awaiting trial for crimes tied to the unrest.
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Mr. Cleveland Travels to Orange Island for Hunts
In New Orleans on January 20, Mr. Cleveland and Charles Jefferson traveled by train to Iberia Parish for a week of hunting at Joe Jefferson’s Orange Island. He avoided politics, stating he is a private citizen and plans to support his party, while forecasting tariff issues as central to national debate.
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Surry County Acknowledges Lengthy Marriages and Odd Seasonal Suggestion
In Mount Arry North Carolina on January 19 R T Joyce notes local citizens living long married lives including W B Shelton and his 65 year couple, another 63 year pair, and a 92 year old Methodist preacher who walks six miles for monthly appointments. He also suggests redefining seasons with September as summer and winter starting in January.
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Funeral of Prince Albert Victor in England
The simple Sandringham ceremony marked by a royal procession to Windsor. The coffin bore to Woolford on a gun carriage as crowds cheered and bells tolled across England. Flags half mast and black crape signified national mourning for the heir presumptive.
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Free Coinage Bill Reported By House Committee
Washington report states the committee on coinage weights and measures voted to report a free coinage bill to the House in about three weeks. The proposal to appoint an international monetary commission will be reported adversely by a 7 to 2 vote.
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Duel in Paris Chamber of Deputies Ends in Sword Fight
M Delpech a Republican boxed the ears of Boulangist M Castlelin during a Chamber storming. He was instantly challenged and the duel with swords fought this morning. Delpech was wounded in the arm. Castlelin was not hurt.
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Mississippi senators chosen George and Walthall triumph
Jackson Mississippi reports the senatorial contest ended with George 101 votes and Walthall 135 to lead the ticket alongside Clark Lewis J Cocker and Ahern. Walthall’s acceptance remains uncertain but the vote signals a strong show of support and the houses will formalize the results tomorrow.
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Miners Rally in Tennessee Valley Threatening Convict Labor
In East Tennessee near Coal Creek stockade crowds of about two thousand miners fire on State troops in hilltop clashes. An exchange of shots occurred with no injuries to soldiers. Leaders vow to exterminate civil guards and convicts, expecting further trouble and reinforcements. Kentucky miners and nearby allies ready to join if needed.
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Georgia Governors Visit Dawson Public Schools
Governor Northern and State Commissioner Bradwell visited Dawson to inspect the town schools, praised the system, and addressed residents. The visit highlighted salaries for teachers and the county’s rising taxable valuation, with a reception at the Farmers' House and strong support for public education in Terrell County.
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