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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1896
Page
3
The fragmentary text surveys various oddities from a past era, mentioning ostrich eggs, coronation talk, a New York columnist, Jewish persecution fears, culinary curiosities, and a parade of political figures from Missouri to Vermont, all in a brisk, magazine-like collage.
At the Northern Mineral Mine Workers Progressive union annual convention in Inhpaeming Michigan April 1, members vote by mail on an eight hour work day. If approved, the union will press operators in Mine Hesola, Mortin and Wixonaln to adopt the shorter schedule while some companies warn they will not grant the request.
Washington April 1 The Joint resolution to urge Britain to pardon Mrs Maybrick was sent to the judiciary committee. The committee recommended indefinitely postponing the matter as outside Senate jurisdiction. House business included District of Columbia measures and several pending bills.
The United Mine Workers of America opened its national convention in Columbus with large attendance from Pennsylvania Ohio Illinois West Virginia and Kentucky. President Penna presided praising the strength of membership and finances despite a depleted treasury late last year. The convention will sit for several days with re election of president likely and a heated race for secretary treasurer between Patrick McLeyde and W Peured. Aubrey Brardulay has written poetry unrelated to the event.
The Senate Committee on Naval Affairs holds a secret session to review testimony in the armor plate investigation. They seek to avoid interfering with Navy contracts while examining costs and potential private firm use. A report is expected on prohibiting naval officers from accepting employment with armor plate contractors.
Bank of Chadron in Chadron Nebraska reportedly shuts down as elevated withdrawals and a general downturn hit the financial sector. President Bakmatt and cashier Blok decline comment while a state official notes uncertainty about paying out dollar-to-dollar deposits. A.V. Blok and Bijnian lead the remaining management as observers assess stability.
Interior Department announces appraisers for abandoned military lands including Alfred Turks from Chamberlain and Myer from Las Cruces, P. Sate terley of Fort Selden, William Fall and Robert Martun of Las Cruces, plus Cruikshanks Jones of San Muarelas Port Cumming Dell ing Fort Stanton Roswell and Dell ing names listed with New Mexico towns and affiliations.
Baron Schrader of Privian Court died Saturday from injuries suffered when Count von Kotze, a former court chamberlain, struck him during a duel near the Neues Palais in Potsdam. Baron von Behrader was fatally wounded in the abdomen in the same exchange. his condition had been doubtful. The case stirs Germany and Europe, reviving long-standing sensational tensions.
A Ottumwa inventor touts a method to run a job printing press at up to 2000 impressions per hour with a price and a live demonstration planned. Separately Des Moines builder Multe faces about 20000 in liabilities. assets unclear, largely from district school funds. A Harrision county case upheld that no meeting occurred for new officers, leaving J H Paterson as treasurer. Webster City selects D Stageverg as president of Jowel Lutheran College after Till’s death. Spain’s young king describes a land to a geography teacher inhabited by insurgents.
The Navy Department report from Washington in April notes a board inspection of engines boilers and machinery on Katahdin assets. It finds most equipment functioning well with four hours of operation and notes exceptions in construction repairs for some boiler and apparatus issues.
Lincoln Neb April 13 Another mystery has developed in the accounts of Maxey Cobb late treasurer of Lancaster county At his death and after plate examiner review the shortage was placed at 851,000 An additional 810,000 was found raising the total to 815,000 The county treasurer's accounts and bank books are inconsistent and the state examiner will continue the investigation to determine where the missing funds went
In Deadwood the smelting works introduced asbestos clothing for workers in the smelting department amid structural and safety notes. Reports discuss rainfall, seeding prospects in South Dakota, and a court ruling in Union Stiles where Montague was killed by a switch accident, with the Milwaukee railroad found liable.
In Charlottesville Virginia under the National Association of Democratic Clubs the 1d anniversary of Thomas Jefferson's birth was celebrated at Monticello. Notables arrived, including Stevenson and other national Democrats, with speeches stressing Jeffersonian democracy.
In San Francisco on April 1 University of California figure Edgren set a remarkable hammer throw of 48 feet 6 inches with a 16 pound hammer. Five observers watched the weighing measuring and formalities to certify the effort as a potential new world record, though not official due to conditions and prior doubts.
In Madrid on April 14 the latest returns show tampering in voting and counting as five conservatives win while liberals lose. Prominent figures Senora Einilo Castelar and Margail face alleged manipulation amid reports of excessive ballots and irregularities. Indignation grows and authorities brace for potential unrest. parliament may be short an expected majority.
Paris reports a duel on April 3 between the prince of Sagny and M Hermann the dramatic author on the Auteuil racecourse. Pistols were used and four shots were fired with no injuries to either combatant.
The president sent Fitzhugh Lee of Virginia to the Senate as consul general of the United States at Havana. Ramon C. Williams resigned as consul general. Berlin reports rising interest in a tuberculosis remedy by Dr. Erich Langheld using Antimatabola with ozone and cod liver oil. Five killed and two fatally hurt in a Bedford Indiana wreck. Judge A J Edgerton returns to Sioux Falls after winter in Jacksonville. Kruger visit to England under debate as Volkerans discuss it.
The report covers community items from Creston Iowa and nearby towns. It notes Burlington railway retirees planning a reunion, a miniature geyser discovery in Meade County, and various regional notices including athletic events in Chicago and student sports with Greek athletes. The piece blends local society news with scattered national items and cultural observations.
President Cleveland proposes United States mediation between Spain and Cuban insurgents. He directs Secretary Olney to seek good offices to bring about peace settlement, while preserving Cuba's autonomy and home rule within Spain. The note outlines U S stance and calls for tranquil resolution amid growing rebellion.
An eye witness recounts Gomerinas rebel forces surrounding Santa Clara after routing Spanish troops, seizing stores and equipment, and distributing loot amid cheering crowds. Cuban troops and local supporters defended the city briefly before the rebels maintained control through the night, with civilians aiding and bands of supporters shouting Cuba libre.
About 100 aloubrayow left for Colonel Cody's Wild West Show heading to Philadelphia for an April 18 opening. Snyder leads the annual department issue as Native Americans camp in a village nearly a mile long with tents. Indians in paint and feathers urged showmen to live upright lives as spectators observed the travel scene. Oldest married couple in town Mr and Mrs John Bits of Fort Doilee marked 67 years married with eight children, 34 grandchildren, and 31 great grandchildren. A Los Angeles woman faces jail to accompany a man accused in a murder case.
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