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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1900
Page
1
Reports describe a gap created in Boer defenses by General Fuller's thrust, with the action near Vaal Krantz and a wedge attack that pressed Boer artillery. Casualties are tallied, and the overall toll of the war nears ten thousand, while leaders like Buller and Roberts weigh advancing or retreating as new engagements unfold.
Colonel Richard W. Thompson died at his Terre Haute, Indiana residence at 1 11 Friday morning after more than a day of unconsciousness. He faded peacefully with Dr. Roberts, Mrs Myrick, two Thompson daughters, and young Harry present. his older son Richard Thompson was not yet arrived from Marshall Texas.
Dispatches from the front Tuesday February 6 describe intensifying fighting as Boer artillery shelling targets British bivouacs. British guns countered on Zwartskop and Doorns kloof while Hildyard and other brigades aided, with Tetuke and Lyttleton units bearing the brunt and prisoners reported taken.
Feb 9 report from the war office lists approximate British casualties up to today. Officers two killed, 16 killed or wounded among non commissioned officers and men. Killed include Major John and Lieutenant Shafto of Itham light infantry. Wounded include Colonel Id of the Durham light infantry and Lt Col A J Montgomery and Lt Sir T of the rifle brigade. South Australia harvest figures and portable surplus details appear in fragmentary notes.
Surgeon General notes 46 bubonic plague cases with 40 deaths in Honolulu. Major Blair Taylor reports the fire destroyed most of Chinatown, leaving about 4,000 Asians and natives homeless. People are corralled, inspected twice daily, and fed publicly. concern grows over evacuated and possibly carrying infection.
Democratic lawmakers in Louisville largely stayed in town amid rumors of arrests to force a quorum in Frankfort. A formal session was held with adjournment, attendance rising to 44 in the House, seven short of a quorum, while the Senate closeted but not at quorum. Democratic leaders say enough members are within reach to transact business when required.
In Washington the Senate resumed discussion of the financial measure after Mr. Allen of Nebraska charged the Republican party with breaking faith on bimetallism and discrediting the international bimetallic commission. Mr. Cockrell of Missouri followed with a technical analysis, asserting the Senate substitute signaled a step toward perpetuating the national debt.
A severe snow storm caused a collision on the Northwestern near Escanaba. Nine people were killed, three are missing, and several others were seriously injured. Rescue teams, weather conditions, and ongoing investigations are noted as authorities respond.
A rear end collision near Ford River, Michigan, involving Chicago and Northwestern passenger train No. 21, left nine dead and multiple injured. Three passengers remain missing, with two train crew members still trapped in burning wreckage as rescue efforts continue. Engineer James Fair is the son of a deceased baggage man.
Reports on a bill to impose duties amounting to 25 percent on Puerto Rico imports from the United States and vice versa were submitted to the House. Republicans mostly support the bill and argue that the constitutional uniformity clause does not apply to new possessions, while Democrats and Mr. Newlands oppose. Mr. McCall dissents, warning the measure breaches constitutional rule for territories.
EscaNaBa Michigan February 9 National Cooperage and Woodenware company plant was totally destroyed by fire at 1 a.m. The origin is unknown though it is believed to have started in or near the engine room. Loss estimated at 250000 dollars.
Secretary Root said the War Department has not considered relieving General Otis at Manila. A private letter signaled his wish for a medical leave after two years in tropical strain, but Otis would not return home for several months.
William F. Miller head of the Franklin Syndicate of Brooklyn, who promised investors 10 percent weekly, was captured in Canada and brought to police headquarters in New York. He was arraigned before Judge Hurd, held on 12500 bail, and moved to Raymond Street jail after failing to post bond.
Edmond Ott, a carpenter from Middle Ridge WIs, shot his wife, killed his young child, burned the house, and killed himself with a gunshot. Insanity is believed to have caused the tragedy.
In Hixeton on February 9 the senate committee on privileges and elections heard testimony from Clark associates. Bickford closed his testimony, followed by Frank Corbett and ex-Governor S T Hanser, with A J Davidson and A J Steele linking to the Clark campaign. Davidson said he spent 21000 in the legislative drive and 5000 in the senate bid. he defended the expenditures as legitimate. Hauser described money use in Montana politics and helped persuade Clark to enter the race despite concerns over cost.
London Kentucky February 9 That day in the legislatures executive session plans were formed to issue warrants for the arrest of absent Democratic members to compel attendance and reach a quorum. Reports say Senate needs six more and House thirteen to meet quorum thresholds as discussions and a federal court petition surface to restrain election commission interference.
The article notes a naval defect in British fleets with one third of Engen ds Pivot Clase vessels armed with muzzle loaders. It reports concern over sixteen battleships and eight armored cruisers relying on muzzle loading guns and the need for the admiralty to remedy the issue.
Mercury plunges from 62 to 5 degrees in 17 hours sparking a historic February weather shift. A midnight rain gave way to snow and a blizzard with 62 mph winds, halting traffic and delaying markets from Wisconsin to Michigan.
The Minnesota Supreme Court confirms the conviction of Homer 8. Minot James CC. Hall and Charles F. Hoffiman in the Great Northern train robbery. Link Thayer remains imprisoned as the court relies on burglars tools and association as proof, while alibis deemed inconclusive. Otter Tail case affirmed.
Judge William H. Taft, newly named president of the Philippine commission, will hear Monday at 2 p.m. arguments on a petition by Kentucky minor state officers seeking a restraining order against the state board of election commissioners and Democratic contestants for minor offices. The Kentucky legislature handles governor and lieutenant governor contests. others go to the board acting as a contest board with final jurisdiction. The case does not involve Governor Taylor or Lieutenant Governor Marshall and does not affect ongoing Louisville and Frankfort conference efforts.
In Frankfort on February 9, Democrats warned Governor Taylor they will assume he plans no action on the Louisville agreement unless he acts within 24 hours. A Capitol hotel conference including Beckham Blackburn Shackelford and Hendrick discussed the delay and concluded they have waited long enough to proceed with state government organization in Louisville.
Representative Hepburn of the House Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee argues the canal treaty with Great Britain should not be ratified. He says the treaty could hinder congressional action on the canal bill and undermines the Monroe Doctrine by allowing foreign interference in negotiations with American republics.
The House transacted minor business as the Ways and Means Committee reported a tariff bill on Porto Rico goods. Chairman Payne announced the measure would be called up next Thursday with a week of debate planned.
Influenza spreads in Germany as global outbreak stretches. Sir Edmund Monson arrives in San Remo after a France visit. John S. Lenihan nominated as Dubuque port customs surveyor. William Gilbert of Menasha dies after years of paralysis. A snow squall capsizes a tank on Wuhu river with 20 drowned. Kaiyong fire wipes out 300 buildings, >1 million in damage. Prince Henry of Prussia robbed in Siam of cash and two bicycles.
Duluth details cash wheat prices with No 1 hard at 67 3/4 cents No 1 Northern 66 3/4 cents No 2 Northern 63 1/2 cents No 3 63 1/2 cents To Arrive No 1 hard 67 cents No 1 Northern 66 4/5 cents May 67 1/2 cents July 68 7/10 cents Flax to arrive 1.54 cash 1.55 May 1.58 September 1.14
In Minneapolis on February 8 Wheat futures showed slight shifts with In Store No 1 Northern for February at 65 4 cents and May at 65 74 cents and July at 66 Q. On Track No 1 hard 67 4 cents No 1 Northern 65 54 cents No 2 Northern 64 540.
Sioux City Iowa February 8 cattle market shows bulls at 10 to 20 cents lower with sales 4.25 to 5.25 for beef cattle and 2.00 to 4.00 for cows bulls and mixed. Stockers and feeders bring 3.50 to 4.40 and yearlings 3.50 to 4.70. Hogs rise about five cents with price range 4.70 to 4.75.
South St Paul market shows hogs strong and active with prices from 4.65 to 4.77. Cattle steady, stockers slow with butcher cows bulls 2.25 to 3.50 and stockers 2.75 to 4.75. total heifers 8,253.59. Sheep steady with sheep 4.25 and lambs 5.25.
Chicago market data shows February March and summer futures for wheat corn oats and pork. Prices include February May and July terms with figures for butter milk and dairy items and dressed turkeys noted among commodities.
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