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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1897
Page
2
A garbled compilation from a 19th century paper covers diverse topics. It notes labor shifts in Russia, a Petersburg manufacturing shift, celebrations, oddities in Alaska and Virginia, Wyoming coal declines, gambling devices, London's beggars, a Yale plant, German population growth, Englands navy anniversary chatter, Sonoma County professionals, Kansas City population booms, and oddities about Whittier’s homestead and Philadelphia teachers.
Yankton August 4. Weber of Sioux City reports thorough river inspection opposite Yankton. An appropriation of 420,000 for Missouri River improvements is ready. plans call for jetties above Yankton on the Nebraska side to redirect currents. Start of work hinges on bridge decision. if bridge proceeds, river work may start September 7.
Redfeld groom Mr Pulling and Miss Kelsey wed Sunday at the bride’s home in the city with Rev Hy Turd officiating. Also notes barley and wheat harvests underway, county bridges approved for two new crossings, and changes to prairie chicken shooting dates pending.
Unofficial notice lists Mary Lewin as chair of Religious Studies, Elmer J. Wallace as university secretary, W. K. Anderson and W. D. Anderson as principals of the business college, and O F E Mager as offered in the chair of modern languages with Prof Eggert mentioned. No other changes expected.
Centerville residents awoke to a heavy explosion around 8 10 PM startling people and shaking buildings though the source remains unknown. Theories include meteor or detonations at bridges, shafts, or drills but no consensus. Local events note a photography gallery set to open and Centerville forming a baseball nine as regional activity resumes.
Cleveland dispatch reports Henry Elliott’s scathing letter to the Plains Dealer protesting a reported fur seal conference in Washington next October. He cites official refusals, seeks to expose alleged aims to influence American policy, and questions the relevance of British and Canadian actors as well as biographical notes used for the gathering.
Illinois Central announces extension of its jurisdiction over 130 miles of railway from Branee Ville to Hopkinsville after acquiring Onto Valley railroad at midnight Saturday. J. S. Wellman named sustained general freight agent, with HQ at Evansville, replacing retired staff. Constantinople reports unchanged ambassador stance on treaty.
Market notes show cattle and hog receipts and steady to higher prices across several regional markets. Rumors and scattered quotations reflect mixed demand, with cattle receipts around 1,000 at Omaha and 4,000 at Kansas City, while Chicago reports hogs around 17,000 head with prices rising and cattle and sheep receipts firm.
A Herald Rio Manejo dispatch says Brazil will enlarge forces at Canudos to about 15 000 troops. The government orders another attack on the fanatics with rapid reinforcement moving forward from nearby ports and locations.
A scramble of names and places outlines a visit by Gov. See in the Hills with military accompaniment. Plans touch on land grants, harvest labor, and regional development in South Dakota, with notices of appointments and upcoming meetings for state and federal offices.
In Patol Wheat Patch near Afton Missouri, Leonard and Hamilton quarreled over a mortgage on the crop. Leonard shot Hamilton after an initial scuffle and fled the scene. Sheriff Lowry and a force from Pittsburg were dispatched to the area.
Ball Brothers, the fruit jar maker, plan to introduce new blowing and sealing machines to their plants. The move aims to speed up production, reduce labor, and shift the workforce as old methods fade. The changes could affect many workers nationwide and align with broader industrial reforms, as patent developments and machine introductions reshape factory labor.
The article reports Matt Quay’s rising nervousness as Philadelphia politics swirl around the 10 Senate election. Governor Tintigre’s candidacy announcement unsettles Quay while Castings’ alleged pressure and retirement rumors shape the pivotal race ahead of trips and scheduling for April and June.
Fragmented report covers pension matters and postmaster appointments across multiple counties and towns. Names of officials and regions appear garbled, with notes on removals, appointments, and local disruptions. Also mentions strike activity in Jellico district and a pending plan for a patient factory. Heat deaths reported in Hopkinsville and references to industry and mining news.
Danville officials faced a mass closure as the liquor dealers petitioned July council to raise license fees from 500 to 500 and threaten to close shops. The council refused and this morning every saloon in the city remained shut. Today they seek a license tax review.
Pittsburgh August 4 reports show thousands of miners gathering, with 5,000+ at McCrea School House for a day-long meeting. Speakers from unions addressed diverse nationalities amid orderly processions and a strong camp atmosphere, while authorities reported no interference and growing turnout from Montour and Turtle Creek districts.
French government will seek Balensi as Bellwood, once a Philadelphia jewelry dealer, charged with defrauding New York Jews. He was linked to the Lebaudy stock frauds and imprisoned in Tombs. France intends extradition papers after arrest confirmation and transfer to authorities.
United States vice consul in Canton reports that West River water routes have reopened to commerce after Chinese holidays. Several towns along the river, including Nyehan and Kiaw.in Nyehan, have been opened to trade, with ships already entering. The opening follows the Donon Lont festival period, and vessels have begun arrival for the LeaMic on the river.
A West Line farmer and politician John OConbell was murdered in his home after a wife allegedly stopped the abuse prior to death. The crime involved kerosene and arson with three of nine children providing statements to authorities. The wife reportedly authored a tragedy about abuse and the incident followed liquor intoxication as a suspected trigger.
A comprehensive digest of official opinions and descriptions relating to pension and bounty land programs prepared under the supervision of Assistant Secretary of the Interior Jon Raymond. It includes decisions on pension system justification rules, War Department and interior matters, and reflects Supreme Court and Court of Claims holdings. Prepared by D.W. Pletcher and W. L. Chitty with colleagues. aims as a general reference of past and present pension laws and supplements.
A World’s News special reports Carl Cronheim, coal heap er and dishwasher in New York County, is named sole living representative of the Cronheim family of Flosta Sweden. He is urged to return and claim the estate, said to be valued at about 50 000 dollars yearly, upon death of Count Henrik Cronheim.
Ex senator Mill says no recent news from Poghind justifies expecting silver revival. He notes England only participating in the conference with no guarantee of favorable proposals. Telegraphs may sway some uninformed, but past experience suggests England will maintain her historic position.
A Sydney telegraph reports another massacre of Australians by natives near Port Moresby after gold fever lured settlers inland. Whites and natives suffered brutal killings. military police are to pursue and arrest offenders and bring them to justice aboard a chartered steamer.
A chaotic scene in Virginia and West Virginia drew reporters, with President Dolan reportedly arrested amid riotous demonstrations. Writs and bail talks circulated as unions and strikers confront authorities, while coal regions face uncertainty over production and transport. Local officials warned of stern actions if protests escalated, and a citizen offered to post bail for Dolan.
Wontevih Hands proposes a daily changing code word to identify tickets for excursion travel to prevent outsiders from handling them. The plan, once tested with the National Educational Association, aims to reduce transfer errors and fare manipulation. Chicago Tau Times set for Tuesday meeting to discuss shifts away from current agreements. The broader push seeks rail-road cooperation and a potential formation of a United Association to unify practices. A separate sale decree and a sensational murder trial record add to the day’s late 19th century legal and press mix.
New York Aug 2 McKinley’s supporters say the tariff law will increase revenue as the administration foresees. A Washington hotel guest who has known him long suggests the law aims to drive business and improve conditions, noting it is designed to raise government funds while shaping national industry.
Pittsburgh reports a five percent price rise on window glass with the increase taking effect immediately and to continue until August 10 the trade may see another rise if conditions warrant The National Manufacturers association notified President Burns of the Window Globe Work about wages for the year a Chicago conference is planned in mid August Edwin Mana gan on trial for the Decatur murder of Mrs Nancy Allen and Miss Rath Stuck is listed with long delays and undefined outcomes
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