Goebel Shot in Capitol Grounds Wounds Fatal Threats Rise
William Goebel a Democratic candidate for Kentucky governor was shot on the Capitol grounds in Frankfort at about 10 50 am while walking to the Senate chamber He was severely wounded and later pronounced in danger The shooter Whittaker a Butler County farmer was arrested with no direct evidence tying him to the crime The incident triggered mass mobilization of the state guard and threats of violence amid a tense political crisis
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William Goebel
Kentucky
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Louisville
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Goebel Declared Governor by Contesting Boards
In Frankfort Kentucky on January 31 the contesting boards ruled William Goebel legally elected governor by a strict party vote of ten to one. The Beckham Marshall lieutenant governor contest followed with a nine to two decision. Goebel remained near death from the assassination wound as physicians reported no change and a possible fatal outcome between six and seven this morning.
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Marshall
Allen
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Beckham-Marshall
Goebel Shooting Provokes White House Grief
Washington reports the shooting of Kentucky Democratic gubernatorial candidate William Goebel prompted sorrow at the White House during a cabinet session. Presidents and cabinet members lamented the bloodshed amid bitter Kentucky political contests, fearing a tragic outcome. The Capitol echoed with shock as details circulated and debate about the violence persisted.
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Kentucky
White House
Senate Rages Over Aguinaldo Statement and Dewey Denials
Washington February 2 A heated senate debate on the Philippine question erupts over Aguinaldo s claim of US recognition of a Filipino republic and Admiral Dewey s denials Lodge cites a tissue of falsehoods Pettigrew defends recognition Hawley Spooner Gallinger denounce the barrage with calls for loyalty while Lawton is invoked in a poignant reminder amid claims of insurrection and treason.
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Goebel sworn Kentucky governor amid plan fallout
William Goebel was sworn in as Kentucky governor and J C W Beckham as lieutenant governor after a plan to seat them arose from contested boards. A statement claimed Goebel and Beckham were legally elected, with militias blocking legislative sessions. Goebel, exhausted, moved quickly to fire Adjutant General Collier and order Castleman to command the militia, while troops remained in place amid uncertainty.
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Puerto Rico Government Bill Deliberations Continue
The Puerto Rico senate committee on Wednesday continued work on a bill to frame a government for Puerto Rico. It is likely to keep a provision in the measure for a congressional delegate who must be a resident of the island, own taxable property there, and be literate in English.
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Senate Committee On
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Congress
Proclamation by Goebel orders Kentucky State Guard home
Gov William Goebel issues a proclamation commanding the First and Second regiments of the Kentucky State Guard to return home and remain inactive amid a crisis in Frankfort. He denounces unlawful attempts to disrupt the assembly and calls on others to disband. The piece notes later Democratic lawmakers issue explanations and adopt resolutions at a secret joint meeting.
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General Assembly of Kentucky
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Senate
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Apprentice Millionaire Ambition Among Coopers
A youth abandons cooperative trade to seek banking and wealth. He writes to the Rothschilds in Frankfurt, expressing dislike of his trade and asking to be taken as an apprentice millionaire, pledging diligence and application. The plan remains unresolved as he remains a cooper.
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Frankfort
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Cure for Catarrh
The readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure known to the medical fraternity for catarrh a constitutional disease. It is taken internally and claimed to cure by affecting blood and mucous surfaces with a hundred dollar offer for any failing case.
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A Suggestive Name and Quinine Tonic Ad Snippet
A fragment quotes remarks praising Gen Kitchener and a remark about a man with that name. It includes an ad for Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic claiming no cure, no pay, priced at 50 cents, and a quip about money being root of evil.
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