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Newspaper
Emmons County Record
Location
Linton, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1902
Page
2
A string of satirical anecdotes and jibes on public figures, events, and places. remarks touch Gen Prosperity in Cuba, Joe Wheeler, Haiti, Franco Russian ties, St Paul baby markets, Mount Pelee, Simon Legendre in Paris, and Uncle Sam’s Havana sanitation.
A glittering prize is hung for a forthcoming entertainment in a Colorado mountain camp. The competition features a grand steakwalk where a four-pound sirloin will be contested as the main event.
Henry C Frick owns Pittsburg's largest building and fastest car but neighbors oppose using both street sides for a racecourse. The Kaiser, ever vigilant for war, agrees to send officers to inspect West Point, signaling ongoing military ties.
A jealous husband pursues the old king Leopold of Belgium, warning that jealous spouses can prove more dangerous than anarchists, a cautionary glimpse into volatile political undercurrents and personal vendettas.
A warm layer of air six miles above the earth has been identified and the coal trust plans to secure control, pending New Jersey granting corporate papers.
American agricultural equipment is increasingly used in France with crops planted and harvested globally thanks to Yankee innovation. The article credits the inventive genius of the United States for shaping modern farming practices.
A Wisconsin hypnotist tried subduing a bull by gazing into its fiery eyes. If he recovers he may explain the incident suggesting the bull may have winked, a theory rooted in the odd encounter.
A playful yet troubling prank tied a contagious disease placard to the back of a carriage. The spoony couple, unaware of the message, continued their drive as if nothing was amiss, spotlighting public mischief in a lighthearted but odd scenario.
Scientists say volcanic dust from Mont Peleer will not redden sunsets in the United States until the last of the month. The tone notes a preference for diluted, long-range volcanic effects and downplays immediate impact.
A single survivor, a criminal once confined in an underground dungeon for attempting to assault his guards, remains from St Pierre. He will not serve as proof that virtue is its own reward.
A Boston Transcript item reports a woman traveling to an unfamiliar town to wed a man she had never met, illustrating the era’s bold yet puzzling marriage practices. The notice implies social intrigue around such matches and hints at broader expectations for women’s choices in matrimony.
President Roosevelt sends a special message to Congress arguing for reciprocal trade concessions with Cuba. He frames the issue as vital to strengthening American influence, warns of political and economic risks, and pledges continued U.S. assistance to the island amid a shifted balance of power.
President Roosevelt sent a message to Congress reiterating support for a reciprocity treaty with Cuba. He argues the measure benefits the American sugar industry, Cuban growth, and is vital for future West Indies and Isthmian interests, comparing it to Hawaii and Porto Rico tariffs and urging steady policy with Cuba.
Charles H. Shirer, longtime secretary treasurer of the American District Telegraph Company, was arrested on a district attorney order. Accused of peculations over about six years, totaling between $16,000 and $17,000. Case referred to the grand jury.
Hudson Wis June 12 Judge Herman L Humphrey ex congressman and circuit judge died peacefully last evening after eight weeks of general debility He was seventy two and a pioneer of St Croix county locating there in 1855 He held many trusted positions and was highly esteemed by citizens
Minneapolis man Charles Barden, 40 feet deep in a well on Upton Avenue, was rescued after a cave-in trapped him. Gravel shift endangered him as workers dug to reach him using a trench. He remained alive with fortitude as rescue efforts continued into the morning.
Duluth reports Capt. Alexander McDougall’s whaleback steamers will haul Texas oil up the Mississippi. The St. Louis Steel Barge Co, in which McDougall is involved, plans conversion of grain carriers to oil service. Gulf trade between Port Arthur and New Orleans plus river traffic will be served. twelve additional whalebacks will be built under the Sharp Oil Transportation Co.
Henderson Minn June 15 W W Wilmert of Arlington testified that on Dec 31 1898 the defendant rode to the Klossner railroad station, boarded a train for New Ulm and in 1899 worked at the Wellner farm with Mrs Wellner widow of the murdered man. William Danhelm heard two shots near the Wellner place and other witnesses tied Tanke to threats. Mrs Tanke's father found the dead man.
Miss Inez Evans eighteen daughter of Col E D Evans of 809 Marshall avenue vanished Wednesday morning after leaving for school. She went to Union station instead and has not been seen since. A recent failure to pass Central High School exams is blamed by her parents for the disappearance.
Fargo North Dakota Prohibition convention met yesterday to nominate a full state ticket but collapsed into a fiasco due to misapprehension by Chairman Stow. A small group formed an executive committee and discussed with national leaders Stewart and Tate. A new convention is set for Hillsboro on August 5 to decide whether to endorse other parties or run a straight ticket.
Three year old Emil Wagner of Wautoma Wis was accidentally shot May 6 and returned home with brain lead still present two inches from the skull base. Doctors say he can walk play and use his faculties and that the lead will likely cause no lasting trouble.
Hastings Minn June 15 Deputy Sheriff Nicholson J Steffen captured three of ten escaped inmates from the Red Wing training school yesterday near Welch and returned them to the state institution. Two additional boys were captured by guards on the delayed passenger train in the area.
W C Hathaway and A A Ackerman were arrested at Le Mars Iowa on the charge of grand larceny and were discharged as evidence was insufficient to warrant a prosecution.
In Hastings Minnesota on June 15 the circuit court dismissed the City of South St Paul case against Pat Brady. Brady had appealed a municipal court decision that fined him five dollars.
N W Peters on, about thirty, committed death by own action by shooting with a revolver at Detroit Minnesota on June 15. He had been drinking heavily for several weeks and formerly resided in Red Wine.
Sheboygan Wisconsin June 15 street cars resume service as motormen and conductors return to work with a small wage gain. Strikers joined the union but were treated individually by the company. About two thirds of the workers were reinstated.
Governor Geer and Supt. Lee at the Oregon state penitentiary increased the reward to 3000 dollars for the capture and return of the escaped convicts Tracy and Merrill dead or alive. The sum is double the previous offer.
Opelika June 15 Alexander City Alabama a town of 1500 people was wiped out by fire with losses estimated at 750000 insurance will not cover all. The blaze started in a foundry and machine works as heat and a dry spell fed flames spreading rapidly aided by wind leaving town a sea of ashes. Firefighting efforts were hampered by loss of water and destroyed telegraph lines as Dadeville was asked for dynamite to destroy remaining structures.
In Washington on June 13 the Senate resumed work on the Isthmian canal bill after London dock charges discussion. Senator Morgan of Alabama spoke for hours, challenging a Fairbanks amendment to issue bonds and urging canal funding from current treasury receipts. He also attacked the Panama route and the new Panama company report. The House approved a special rule for irrigation bill consideration, with general debate to follow.
In Shamokin Pennsylvania eight non-union men on their way to work were confronted by strikers. A striker fired a shotgun but the cartridge did not explode. The men were assaulted and fled, dropping a revolver. One arrest was made. The mine workers advisory board will aid authorities to prosecute all involved. Boycott pressure is urged on merchants supplying workers. Committees warn local merchants to ban provisioning workmen during the strike.
Washington June 15 Commissioner Yerkes of the internal revenue bureau settles the issue on butter and oleomargarine coloring. Regulation states that no artificial coloring matter may be used in making oleomargarine without increasing the tax from one-quarter of a cent to 10 cents per pound.
West Point N Y June 14 the centennial celebration closed with diplomas presented to the one hundredth graduating class President Roosevelt issued the diplomas General Dick of the visiting board gave an address and General Miles spoke A theater performance was attended by the fifty four graduates in New York City with the furlough class accompanying them The president departed at 1 PM for Oyster Bay.
Prairie du Chien Wisconsin June 15 G L Miller and his assistant George Thomson captured 1000 feet of seine with a large trap net on the Mississippi river a haul of 1200 pounds of fish was released back into the river due to heat. The illegal fishermen fled upon wardens approaching and escaped after a two mile chase.
The United States transport Warren arrived in San Francisco on June 14 bringing 300 marines and 650 casuals and short term men. Company I Ninth Infantry led by Capt Fred Palmer forms part of the relief column that entered Pekin and saw fighting at Tientsin and Samar.
Lincoln June 14 reports show twenty persons poisoned at a traveling circus event. Early symptoms indicate strychnine poisoning with two likely to die, as authorities investigate possible intentional toxin exposure at the gathering in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Richmond June 15 Lieutenant Richard C Crofton of the Twenty third United States infantry is hospitalized here probably fatally injured after an apparent suicide attempt. He went to an upper room yesterday morning and a revolver shot was heard. he was found on the floor with a bullet in his head. He had been in fine health with no apparent reason for self harm.
Salem June 15 Gov Geer said a Lansing telegram confirms Col Eli R Sutton of Detroit has resigned as regent of the University of Michigan. A warrant is issued for Sutton on perjury charges tied to his alleged involvement in state military clothing frauds, and he is now missing.
The Navy proposes appointing Captain Charles Edgar Clark to the active list as rear admiral of the senior grade. The nomination reflects his service and rank within the maritime forces.
The regalia of England have been removed from the Tower for the first time in 64 years and placed in the care of the lord chamberlain. They will be moved to the abbey the day before the coronation.
Thosvala Hansen was hanged here for the murder of Eric Marotte, a nine year old, last autumn to obtain 17 cents jingling in his hand. Admission tickets were openly sold at prices from 50 cents to 10 dollars.
In Luddington Michigan on June 15 a wagon loaded with wood collapsed trapping Mrs. Carter Smedley who died. Her ten year old son was fatally injured. Mrs. Smedley leaves a large family.
In Lancaster Pennsylvania on June 15 pasturage has been obtained for more than 3,000 mine mules from the Schuylkill region. Twelve hundred have arrived and are on the way.
Chicago on June 13 reports that brewery drivers' helpers who struck Monday are joined by allied unions to call a general strike. Leaders say no beer can move from the involved breweries without their consent, signaling a citywide disruption if demands are not met.
An Bank of France employee entrusted with collateral securities abstracted several documents and with a partner borrowed money on them from the bank. The loss reported is about 450000 francs.
Tod Sloan, American jockey, received two days in prison and a 10 franc fine for speeding in Jalil Paris. He also paid one fin e on two minor counts. Sloan had been fined 8 francs last year for a similar offense.
In Rosstown yesterday afternoon two men lost their lives and a third was probably fatally injured in a drowning accident near Kittanning Pennsylvania. Rescue efforts followed the incident. The victims were identified as local residents and the event prompted an investigation into water safety at the site.
Cuban minister to the United States Gonzales de Quesada arrived in Washington yesterday afternoon with his family. He is staying at a hotel temporarily and will soon take a house.
Mrs. Missouri Moore alias Missouri Lovits, seventy, of near McLeansboro, Springfield county, was convicted in U S district court of making a false pension claim.
Petersburg reports famine spreading in Iberia with Irkutsk dispatches noting a vast number of famine stricken people flocking to the city. They camp openly with no shelter, illustrating the severity of the shortage and displacement.
Reported incident near Winnipeg on June 1st details a collapse during construction of a bridge on the Bernardine extension of the Canadian Pacific line. Forty workmen were present. several are seriously injured. Authorities investigate causes and assess structural failure.
A long stream of brief items covers new stores and services in Leeds and Lidgerwood. bond redemptions in Steele county. July 4 plans in various towns. sports, including Carrington and Lakota baseball. municipal ventures in Minot and Sanborn. farm and river region developments. smallpox and diphtheria cases. land sales and immigration patterns. and local officials, engravings, and social happenings across the state.
St Paul June 14 A local boilermakers group warns that if the Great Northern strike is not settled by early next week the entire Northwestern district including Great Northern Northern Pacific Great Western Burlington Omaha and all contract shops will be called out Three to four thousand workers would be affected and the locals say they are prepared to strike indefinitely.
James Hi. Agen of West Superior was elected department commander of the Wisconsin G. A. R. and Chippewa Falls was chosen as the site for the next encampment. Officers elected for the ladies array include President Mrs. C. Sloane La Crosse Senior Vice President Mrs. M. Schonwalter Lancaster Junior Vice President Mrs. M. Trimborn Milwaukee Treasurer Mrs. J. Hopkins Chaplain Mrs. Spike.
Circulars from John R. Brennan, U S Indian agent at Pine Ridge agency S D, say 800 young Oglala Sioux on the reservation want to adopt white habits and earn a living by working on railroad grading ditches herding sheep or farming.
In Duluth on June 14 United States Inspectors Monaghan and Chalk revoked the license of Capt. Michael Fitzgerald of the G. G. Hadley and suspended Capt. M. C. Cameron of the Thomas Wilson for sixty days. The action follows a probe into the fatal collision near the ship canal piers that claimed nine lives.
James B. Orth, manager for Karger Bros grain dealers in Milwaukee, was arrested on a warrant charging embezzling 1000 dollars. He had vanished days earlier, then returned yesterday. It is alleged he issued a one thousand dollar check and used the funds personally, with books showing a much larger shortage.
Early yesterday morning robbers blew open the safe of R. Andre at Tunnel City Wis and took all contents except one dollar found at the bottom. The safe door was blown through the front of the store and damage extended across the street.
James Stewart, a fisherman from Snell Bros. camp Florence three miles north of Lake City, was drowned in the harbor between midnight and 5 AM yesterday. He was about forty, unmarried, a son of William Stewart, formerly of Porcupine, Wisconsin.
Lisbon North Dakota June 14 William G Hawthorne a young farm worker arrested in Fargo last January on charges of stealing two horses from Rudolph Hances Owego ranch near Lisbon has been acquitted His former employer testified to his honesty and he was released from custody
Thieves broke into the home of Mrs. William McDonnell, a crippled woman, in Fergus Falls Minnesota, and escaped with about $32 from a bureau drawer after forcing open a cellar window. Her son was present in the residence during the theft.
Frank Wilcox aged sixteen son of Mr and Mrs Wilcox of Fort Meade was drowned in Bettys lake near here last evening while swimming.
Madison Wis June 14 Thomas Brice the tramp who stabbed a companion Patrick Doran in a drunken row at Mazomaile was sentenced to one year in prison.
Henry Michel's brewery in Eau Claire was partially destroyed by a fire in June 14. Damage estimated at $20,000 with $9,000 insured.
A violent windstorm with rain and lightning struck Detroit last night, causing thousands of dollars in crop damage. Two people were reported killed by lightning during the storm, highlighting the severity of the weather event.
Muscatine Iowa June 13 The nine year old son of Mr and Mrs C A Carlstrom living near Manion Illinois was accidentally killed by the discharge of a shotgun he was playing with.
George M. Peck, once local agent for the Singer Sewing Machine Co at Hudson, admits embezzling several hundred dollars. He says the funds were taken to aid his ill wife and used to assist friends. doctors did not receive the money. Districts agent W Pond of Eau Claire filed the complaint.
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