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Alexander Stambuliski, deposed Premier of Bulgaria, was killed at Vetren near Slavovitza, his birthplace, according to despatches, which may not give authentic information. Permission had been given to Stambuliski to visit his birthplace. Peasants attacked his guards; Stambuliski was freed. Soldiers later attacked the peasants and in the fight which ensued Stambuliski was shot dead...
...King stood aghast, then regaining his composure, he replied curtly: " Well, others may lose their heads, too." He had Stambuliski thrust into jail, where he remained throughout...
During his tenure of office, (1919-1923), Stambuliski ruled the land with the same autocratic sway as had Stefen Stambulov (born of humble parents, self educated, Premier 1887-1894, assassinated 1895). He had the support of the agrarians, but practically every other party was against him. It was because of his dictatorial rule that Stambuliski fell from power...
...situation in Bulgaria is still uncertain. According to the latest reports, however, the new Government is likely to stand until the new elections have taken place, which will be during the next six weeks. It seems that the death of Stambuliski has put a damper on the conflicts between the peasants and the adherents of the new regime...
...ruddy-faced, bull-necked person of tall, heavy build, with a heavy, furrowed jaw, a forehead protruding from a tangle of coarse, dark hair; small, dark, shiny eyes, and thick lips under the drooping mustache? Stambuliski has a sullen air which is sometimes lit up by a spark of jovial energy. Physically he is a butcher, with an intelligent eye; morally lie has an iron will at the beck of simple ideas, which are sometimes vague; much sullen conceit, more pride; a good dose of courage; no more scruples than absolutely required; the art, of flattering men's passions...