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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1896
Page
2
A long clipped feature blends reflections on Greece and Athens with odd anecdotes about travelers and scholars. It recounts impressions of the Acropolis, a misread tale of beauty, and stray notes on physicians oath, authors, and public figures.
Cardinal Satolli attended the April ceremony elevating Thomas O Gorman as Bishop in Blox Falls at St Patrick's. Bishops, clergy, diplomats, and officials filled the church as Archbishop Ireland delivered remarks on liberty progress and church state relations in America while a grand musical program followed the consecration.
Washington April 18 Cardinal Satolii will lead the consecration of Right Rev Dr O Gorman as bishop of Sioux Falls at St Patrick s church The ceremony will feature Archbishop Ireland and several bishops with intricate rites and active participation by Cardinal Satolli and the Benedictine rites outlined in the service The event marks a major public religious ceremony with formal oaths prayers and the blessing of the new bishop-elect
Mason City witnesses a flood of railroad gossip as the Chicago Great Western seeks rights of way north of town for a line to connect with its Hampton route. Meetings are set in Bristow, Boneaerie, Dowsherty, Owen and Mason City with Chas McClure of Greene speaking for Fulland company. Additional notes mention the Iowa Central railway earning trains from here to Northwood and a joint use agreement on track. Also covered: Cuban ship bewilderment case with Hart steamship line leaders. twenty four horses accepting weights for the St. Louis Fair inaugural handicap. a counterfeit count case in Des Moines. and stray poetry excerpts.
A Washington dispatch April 20 reports a heated contest over postage stamp printing. The piece argues for keeping stamp production under government control, citing over $100,000 spent on machinery and labor, annual savings of more than $100,000, and the growing stamp value, with private firms urged to lose contracts to public facilities. It warns that outsourcing could hinder war material production and defense needs while favoring private printers.
Information gathering by river land settlers seeks indemnity or titles from government after 320,000 Congress appropriation falls short. Commissioner Berner lists claims and warns funds will not cover all, proposing prorated payments and future appropriation. Lawmakers aim to introduce measures in Congress to obtain full funding and ensure counties assist with accurate records.
In Omaha District Court a dispute over paying a $34,000 mortgage in gold coin arose. The defense argued that wording requiring payment in gold coin or its equivalent violates the legal tender act and public policy, potentially voiding the contract. The judge indicated he would treat any gold coin payment clause as void if challenged in court.
A Tawa Agricultural College collector recounts his nine month stay in Cuba near Cienfuegos. He cites sugar exports taxed by Spain, Cuba’s wartime resistance, and reliance on foreign aid. He notes Cuban insurgent strength, Spanish troops, and shifting loyalties among Cuban volunteers.
Toledo Ohio reports on a proposed giant bicycle trust aimed at consolidating manufacturers, with Worcester Massachusetts capital behind it. The plan seeks an $8 to $10 million capitalization to control prices and expand production including tires, wood time and paddles, with three Toledo mills to operate and an intensive consolidation campaign.
Washington reports United States consul general Daniel Marrata says Australian wool output fell in 1911 due to strikes and weather, with New South Wales losses totaling 940,000 sheep. Buyers anticipate higher prices as supply tightens though some European and American buyers doubt the decline. Marrata estimates a possible decrease of 10,000 to 18,000 bales, while London markets prepare for shortages. In London, Annie Dysa and Arthur E. Palmer were arraigned for infanticide, with river searches ongoing and a tense court scene. Queen Victoria’s treatment of actors at Windsor is recalled with anecdotes of royal process and gifts, including signatures in her album.
A Madrid dispatch reports the speech from the throne set for May 11 will express Spain's satisfaction with the Washington government approach to Cuba. It notes plans to allow greater local autonomy while resisting full political autonomy for Cuba.
Washington reports under the Carey desert land grant the secretary of the interior favors outright land grants in Wyoming Vision 2 and 4 of the allotment. About 90 percent of the land is timbered with cottonwood and woods. the state seeks land over wood covered areas. Also ordered to eliminate certain elections in abandoned Fort Bridger reservations. Postmasters appointed or resigned in Mount Hamill Winston Stillwell Tilton Vincennes Worthing and more. The Union Pacific case to reach the Supreme Court on Tuesday.
Andrew Carnegie offers 5000 for best oil painting by American artists shown at the Carnegie Art Gallery in Pltburgh Pa during a five week exhibition starting November 1 1890. The winning work becomes part of the Carnegie Fine Arts and Museum Collection and hangs permanently. A second prize of 400 will go to the next best painting meeting exhibit criteria. For details contact John W Beattie director of Fine Arts Corniche Library Dalaing Williamsburg Pa.
Washington April 20 The president signed a joint resolution directing the secretary of war to submit a plan and estimate for improving the Missouri river front opposite Sioux City Iowa. The plan involves the Atchison and Nebraska Railroad and the Chicago Marion and Quincy lines securing a right of way over parts of the Sac and Fox and Iowa in Kansas and Nebraska.
The Ways and Means Committee ordered a favorable report on Nebranka's Mercer bill to aid the Trans Missis sissippi and International Exposition at Omaha. It provides 200000 for a government building and exhibit, contingent on the exposition company raising 260000 before the federal allotment is released. O C Wattles, president of the exposition, and Representative Mercer spoke to the committee before the measure was ordered reported.
A severe washout on the Burling tech and Missouri railroad near Ingram, Nebraska, caused destruction including a deep cut and bent steel rails. Wrecking crews labored. mail and passengers were transferred. Also noted are legal and political items from Omaha. injunction requests, regent appointments, and Democratic conventions in Nebraska with delegates aiming for the state convention at Lincoln on April 22.
The Western South Dakota Growers association adjourned as officers were elected for the new year led by President C. St. Howard, Vice President J. D. Stevens, and Secretary-Treasurer F. M. Stewart. The executive committee named includes H. Goddard, E. Holcomb, Ed Stone, H. Weare, and others from Spearfish to Pine Ridge. Dues of 2 cents on horses were due by July 4, and a proposal by the North Western Nebraska Stork association was sent to the executive committee for action.
Arbor Day declared for May by Governor Sheldon with call to plant trees, water concerns, and beautify homes across South Dakota. Pierre reports early season moisture and saturated ground boosting hopes for a fruitful year as residents urged to plant trees and shrubs in public and private spaces. Also: Aberdeen and Huron civic notices include mayoral nominations, bank incorporation, and a creamery venture with local names listed.
Washington April 1 Minister Romero denied any official communication with the apostolic delegate Averardi or an interview with the Mexican legation secretary. He said his dealings with Averardi were only casual and that reports of a formal appointment and interview are untrue, attributing any claims to misinterpretation or a call by a woman at the legation.
A Vatican note warns that Italian Catholic participation in public elections may be blocked unless Catholics join the voting. Reported tensions with the Quirinal rise as discussions with German officials and the Holy See intensify, signaling a potential diplomatic crisis.
Madrid reports that the election board members were fined 2,000 francs each for corrupt handling of votes in the recent elections. Senor Bagagis, ex prime minister, called a Liberal meeting to discuss a Cuban program and international relations, with debate on the address to the queen regent's speech and related scandals.
Washington April 1 The House Appropriations Committee completed the general deficiency bill with an appropriations total of 11 088 776 for various departments and services. The measure and related appropriations were reviewed as the House paused for private bill requests and a tribute to General Copewell.
Des Moines April 18 The State Medical Society closed its meeting Friday. Several papers were deferred to the publication committee and amendments on delegate rights for state alumni groups were rejected. The convention adopted the amendment report and heard papers on topics including acute infectious diseases and diphtheria. A new section was passed allowing nonresident members to retain membership when they move out of the state via an election process.
George Johneva of Jefferson county experiments with X rays and reports converting a cheap metal into gold in three hours. The Cedar Rapids note mentions his surprising result and that he is a Columbia College graduate. The report stresses the alleged value and tinting of the metal.
Advices from Bulawayo report Matabele hostiles massing northeast of the city and within half an hour’s march. A new railroad from Bt. Loula to Des Moines will run beltline style to connect with major lines, with one million dollars subscribed and officers elected. A fatal mine explosion in Maljtax kills one, injures several. Jealousy murder in Richmond results in a fatal shooting and failed suicide attempt. Moonshine mob in Warren County hangs a man believed to be a spotter for revenue. Aubry Beartley publishes poetry noted for its contrast to his images.
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