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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1902
Page
6
A brief survey notes reciprocity as the guiding principle for Switzerland’s tariff legislation. The report also covers varied items from US federal notices to political shifts and local resignations across several states.
A House committee report urges government ownership of a Pacific cable arguing annexation of Hawaii and Philippines created a duty to maintain Pacific peace. It cites England France and Germany building state cables and calls for an American made, operated at cost system to spread knowledge and aid military and commerce.
Washington February 17 The elev enth continental congress of the D A R opens here this week with key items to discuss including reducing large representation in congress Fifteen constitutional amendments and three by laws to be debated An editor and business manager for the magazine will be elected Since the last congress 3640 women joined expanding total membership to about 40000
Messrs Wes sels and Wolmarans expect to land in New York at the same time as Prince Henry. Boer delegates will visit New York Philadelphia Boston Chicago New Orleans and San Francisco.
Amsterdam dispatch reports Mr. Kruger expects a favorable outcome from the US tour led by Messrs. Wessels and Wolmarans, according to a Daily Mail correspondent in Berlin.
FIFLIS Russia February 17 Two hundred bodies of Shamaka quake victims have been recovered with about the same number believed buried in ruins. Aftershocks continue hampering relief work as crews search for the dead, including many women.
General J Francie Bell reports a near total clear up of insurgent activity in Batangas province with troops sweeping the district. While some arms remain uncaptured or fled, many insurgents reportedly moved to other provinces or hid. Bell cites robber bands in Tayabas and Cavite as a consequence of wartime measures and notes Malvar’s waning popularity among Filipinos.
One hundred fifty mounted infantrymen surrounded a Boer house on the Klip River near Johannesburg on February 12. A pursuit led to a ridge ambush from three sides. eight British officers defended the position until overpowered. Casualties included two officers and ten men killed and many wounded before retreating to cover.
Boston February 17 The three sick boys at Groton school infirmary showed improvement with Theodore Roosevelt Jr and William Gammell Jr continuing to improve. Howard Potter had a restless morning but no setback and Dr. L C Shattuck was consulted. Mrs Roosevelt stayed most of the day at the infirmary.
HAVRE Montana Feb 17 Henry Thompson known as Bad Man Henry was shot and killed today in a Saco saloon by Ed Spuefell after a quarrel over a woman. Thompson a notorious eastern Montana figure had earlier dueled with Ed Starr near Saco four years ago. He is rumored to have killed a man near Miles City and originated from Indian Territory.
Cordica Hindoo twin died at 7 AM in Paris from tuberculosis complications after February 9 separation from Radica. The siblings were in good spirits last week and played with toys. Radica’s improvement remained unseen by the family despite Cordica’s death.
Washington February 17 The state department confirms cables that the ransom for Miss Stone has been paid to brigand captors. Release timing is unclear, but the brigands demand a safety period of one week to ten days before final delivery of the prisoner.
Robert Fuller of Franklin township Pennsylvania is killed and Albert Stuart wounded when Robert Moreland, accused of insulting Fuller’s daughter Mrs William Sickles, fires during a dispute as a dance ends. The fight unfolds as guests pursue Moreland to his sleigh.
Lincoln Nebraska February 17 officials of the labor and industrial department laud real estate dealers convention at Fremont and regret limited publicity given Senator Dietrichs communication proposing an irrigation study under the state university. The plan would establish regional experiment stations under the main university station with federal aid likely.
Lincoln Neb Feb 17 The thirty third annual charter day was celebrated at the University of Nebraska. Degrees were conferred on twenty seven graduates across departments led by literature science and arts. General John C Black of Chicago delivered the commencement address on Abraham Lincoln.
In Fairbury Nebraska a fire at 11 pm destroyed a residence of merchant William P McPhail. His wife an invalid was unconscious when rescued and carried to a neighbor's house. Her condition was reported critically and feared not to recover, with injuries mainly from shock.
In Minden Nebraska on February 17 the board of education expelled David Adams after the principal Thomsen was overruled for the pupil’s violation of rules. Teachers resigned in protest and classes were canceled until a special meeting forced a second expulsion.
Alliance Nebraska February 17 The Nebraska Stock Growers association plans a meeting to adopt resolutions against leveling fences on public lands urging protection of the range country. They will seek time to debate range questions tied to proposed leasing laws in Congress.
Superior Neb February 17 Captain Co E Adams has received the first gold from the Plateau mine at Apex Colorado in which he is interested. The ore assayed a little less than 28 cents to the pound.
SPRINGVIEW Neb February 17 Joseph Bomber a half breed Indian who shot and killed William Bellisle December 28 was given a preliminary hearing and held to answer to the charge of murder.
Barney Myers visited Mull en Neb to cause trouble at the Red Palace saloon he demanded drinks drew a revolver when declined and assaulted bartender with a heavy steel poker. He was knocked unconscious and later treated at a doctor s office for a head wound.
Lincoln February 15 1902 officers were elected and class superintendents chosen by the State Board of Agriculture to supervise the coming state fair. Premium list revised and evening entertainments planned. Names include General superintendent William Foster and superintendents for gates art hall transportation and more with numerous county and subject assignments.
Thomas R. Varah, a prominent farmer near Doniphan Nebraska, was assaulted and robbed of 65 dollars in his home between 9 and 10 PM. Robbers held a handkerchief over his mouth and demanded exit to downstairs while Varah, who had 250 dollars from Hastings business, saved most of it by hiding the larger cash roll.
In NORT BEND Nebraska on February 15 a farmer named Fred Ladehoff was killed by a bull in his feed yard. His son witnessed the attack and alerted his mother. They drove the bull away but Ladehoff died within minutes from crushing injuries to the left side including broken ribs a bruised head and face and broken arms.
Captain J. P. Grinstead of Humboldt has gone to Washington with fellow officers to press changes in the army bill. They argue the act discriminates against older veterans by the age limit and blocks due credit and advancement.
Callaway Nebraska February 15 Morri son Bros ranchmen have started a new industry by receiving seventy Angora goats placed on their ranch. They expect the herd to more than double in a year and consider the goats a paying investment. The goats are said to be healthier than cattle or sheep.
Secretary Root, despite a severe cold, resumed duties at the War Department in Washington on February 14, returning to work after an illness that had paused his normal activities.
BROKEN BOW Neb Feb 15 Chris Burhof of Roten Valley in Custer county was arrested and jailed by Deputy Richardson on charges of stealing thirteen hogs from James Byler around Christmas. Elisha Furgerson, accused of being an accomplice, was arrested at Kelso Wash and to be transported there. The hogs were sold at Cozad the morning after the theft.
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