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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1892
Page
1
The item describes advertising services with testimonials about minimum rates and prompt publication, plus notices of local events. It references The Friends' School Providence and census data, along with scattered regional notices about people, places, and technologies, all typical of a late 19th century newspaper page.
Aug 10 Denver Dexorn Colo. Parade of the Land of the Kigh Tempe rate featured a lengthy procession with regalia and drills. The event drew fewer spectators than yesterday while the grand encampment planned more ceremonies at the Masonic temple and an up to date vigil parade with 2 500 wheelie riders.
The body of Charles W. Biggin United States editor killed by a mob in Valparaiso arrived aboard the Pacific Mail steamship Columbia from Coles. The steamer paused at quarantine then proceeded to Philadelphia for funeral services with naval and Grand Army of the Republic participation. Four Washburn Moon workers at Quakingham were badly burned by sulfuric acid in a copper wire cleaning accident. At New York a rubber company meeting in Conn discussed a November rollout for a U S rubber combination with $50,000,000 capital and nine big boot and shoe manufacturers.
The long contested Oklahoma City town site land dispute ends with John V. Dawson prevailing over rivals. The case involved Captain W L Couch and J G Adams figures amid a tangle of jumps and claims surrounding Plains area holdings. An anonymous letter threat to Alderman McMasters emerges in New York City, prompting legal follow ups. The era’s industrial labor unrest touches Pittsburgh as C ar eg ie Steel workers strike after a cook is fired and replaced.
The article outlines the Fifty third Congress campaign dynamics in Washington with Democratic, Republican and Alliance party roles. It details committee placements in key districts, anticipated power balances, and the impact of alliance prospects on southern contests and House seats. It notes Republican campaign organization in New York and western states with a Gran Via headquarters and a plan to target Indiana Wisconsin Minnesota and New England. It mentions corruption and injury incidents in Omaha Nebraska and Tulsa county Kansas.
In London Aug 9 wild cheers greeted Mr Gladstone in parliament as he attacked the government for an "utterly barren" debate on the queen's address. He insisted the country would not accept the land bill of 1887 and urged a liberal settlement with tenants. Clerical discrimination and Home Rule also drew debate as Welsh MPs pledged support if disestablishment secured. Emperor William I arrived at Potsdam this morning. Lady Godiva anniversary celebrations drew crowds despite cold rain as special trains ran to Coventry.
An earthquake rocked northwest Germany near the Rhine with a north to south shock lasting about ten seconds. Coblenz Mainz and Wiesbaden reported tremors as objects fell and residents fled outside. No fatalities were reported.
A South Dakota romance unfolds from Memphis to Sioux Falls with Nancy Lee, Edward Stanton, and Charles Alcorn. Nancy wed Alcorn in Memphis in 1880 after a split with Stanton, later divorces ensue, Stanton claims desertion in Watertown. Nancy and Stanton reunite in Sioux Falls, pursuing separate divorces afterward.
A runaway carriage in Nevada last evening killed a baby and badly injured two adults, with a mother in critical condition. Urwin, guiding the team, was knocked down as the horses pulled the carriage about a half mile, while Mrs. Cooper managed to stop the horse after a long escape. Four other children aged 4 and 6 were unharmed beneath the seat.
Reverend W. and a missionary linked with the Wesleyan mission in Madras protest strong language in pamphlets opposing opium use and its portrayal of Indian life. He cites alleged excesses in Madrás and Mattias presidency, arguing temperance rhetoric misrepresents realities, while opposing violent eradication of opium traffic.
Judge James Norville at 1428 Washington Avenue, St Louis, died by poisoning after writing a diary note. The note expressed inability to perform duties and a plan to harm Florence White, editor of the Post-Dispatch, before aborting the act as police intervened. The piece reflects a dire strain and intent amid cholera coverage by the Post-Dispatch.
The first session of the Fifty second congress adjourned with quiet scenes and scattered bills. President Harrison signed several measures before leaving for Ohio, while Vice President Morton honored two late senators. A subtreasury bill faced opposition from the Ways and Means Committee, and a planned New York oil pipeline emerged as a potential rival to Standard Oil, with financing and routes outlined for a 212 mile line from Bradford to Hancock New York and onward to Newburgh.
Enraged crowd in Rosyanna, Pa. narrowly misses lynching Sicilian brigand Reginald Riaul after he stabbed John Scott in the side and Albert Hughes in the abdomen during a dispute at a fruit store. Officers held the assailant for questioning as the crowd surged and threatShown. Webb, 18, died from sunstroke later today while aiding onlookers.
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