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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1897
Page
2
The article surveys London and New York plans for parks and public spaces, mentions a royal Jubilee exhibition, a Has a table of curiosities including a chair once used by Prince Charlie, and notes varied global snippets from agriculture to archaeology. It covers thefts, court notices, and distant travel musings with local opinion and curiosities.
A Grant County case centers on Robe rn J. Ewing, a 19 year old who, after accompanying a farmer’s daughter home from church, faced violent resistance from the father Druecker and two sons. Ewing was held indoors, assaulted, and pursued as he escaped. Damages were awarded around $2,000 to Druecker for assault and battery after a ten hour jury deliberation. The incident ended with the young man dying at the garden gate corner scene.
An ongoing dispute centers on audit vouchers presented by the railroad commission. Pierre and Mayhew refused to audit the teat voucher, seeking to draw over half the year 1567 funds. The commission will deny the case in the foreme court of claims for a decision.
Report on active work by Rowe leathers and partners building a telephone line between the eastern state and the western hills. Initial deliverables include twenty five miles of line with remaining material to follow, weather permitting. Project aims to connect eastern and western regions into a complete system with Midland and other points as hubs.
Acquittal recorded on a Quebec ground case related to a shooting incident. The ruling removes criminal liability for the accused amid questions over evidence and jurisdiction. Local authorities noted no further charges would proceed.
Joseph Ritts, a Gregory county farmer, was acquitted after a trial over shooting incidents tied to an alleged ownership dispute. The defense argued witness credibility and the state failed to prove malice, leading to the prisoner's discharge amid questions of evidence. Nearby, Consolidite Hardin Mines Incorporation filed with $1,000,000 capital in Deadwood, listing James D. Miedin Norman T. Mason Charles J. Hardin and others.
In New York trial coverage, Thorn testifies detailing his affair with Mrs Nuck wife of the deceased, a scheme to dispose of his rival Guldensuppe, and the posthumous body disposal including moving remains to a bathhouse and burning clothes. He recounts meetings with Mrs Nack, the plan to surrender to police, and the alleged involvement of others.
Maude Gonne addressed a large Browlway theater audience in Denver on the condition of the Irish peasantry detailing famine and troubles in their homeland. The meeting, held with evident interest, adopted a resolution opposing the proposed treaty tying the United States to England and arguing against royal influence in a republic.
Peters of Utlea faced two assailants near a village plot on his first night out. They demanded his belongings and a jug he carried. He struck with a weapon, felling one attacker. the other fled. Peters wore a new blade mark but continued home, neighbors suspect the jug contained vinegar.
Port Huron Mich Nov 20 An asphyxiation killed three Grand Trunk railroad men in a tunnel accident near the Canadian side. Deceased were engineer Neary J Courtney conductor Arthur Dunn and brakeman John D Alton. The train split while being hauled through the tunnel and a four hour search recovered the corpses.
Negotiations open to quell the Disinebaporn amid Belobarath uprisings as Haron Frankenthurn forms a new cabinet and engages German and Czech factions to modify ordinances. In New York, John C. Siee is wounded but improving after a bank incident. a railway manager in Pennsylvania faces arson allegations tied to platform fires amid ongoing turmoil.
Aberdeen Nov 9 Hon A P Brookings elite irrigation engineer speaks at Aberdeen outlining a simple low cost wind mill driven pump system to irrigate small tracts. He rejects artesian wells as too costly and complex and notes a tank or reservoir can support year to year irrigation. Local farmers could use portable windmills to pump water directly from tanks to fields.
Rapid City reports widespread unhappiness among smaller stockmen over the state brand law. Secretary of State Roddell asks stockmen to finalize hearing of stock brands before the stock-brand committee meeting. Officials expect conflicts as identical designs could force rebranding across eastern and western ranges.
Meade county's contest over the state attorneyship ended with Polk declared winner after the Supreme Court reversed Judge Plowman. The ruling notes votes from Fort Meade not being valid civil rights. Accompanying notes include Wall ace acquittal in a separate murder case and local Centerville happenings.
Intruders are reported to have threatened the Litwin department and the Union Indian agency with cautionary notes from agents in Washington and Dé A Tron Fe poek. The piece includes market quotations from Chicago and Minneapolis with grain and livestock receipts and prices, noting steady or higher trends and listing various prices for wheat corn oats and cattle for the period.
New York November 27 five large firms assured clonk makers they would not cut wages. The five firms employ about fifty percent of the labor in the industry. The clonk making trades appear clearer as employers promise no wage reductions.
Bogus coins rival real dollars by silver content and pass at banks and the U S subtreasury in San Francisco. The fakes imitate Uncle Sam’s issue and fool clerks, with the major flaw found in their milling. Also mentions Major Andree’s failed north pole expedition search.
Dr. Augustus Charlin Mendenhall, known as Tudiqa doctor, arrived from Warwat Indiana to answer bigamy charges. He allegedly married eleven stepmothers and eleven wives by contract, with one wife living in Zanesville. The case involves contracts and a dispute over their binding nature. Authorities plan to pursue legs tity against him as he refuses to disclose his father’s location.
The Helthih wld Montgomery athire and the huck Walrhovte charted bound for Great Britain with grain and merchandise. Captains wager on the outcome amid Atlantic voyage, while a fatal hunting accident near Perry, on Thanksgiving, claims Frank Tile, 23, who died instantly when his gun discharged while dislodging a barrel from a heap.
Father Dagey declares he will not be coerced his stance on Catholic social teaching and public lectures after hobnob and parish activities. He plans to lecture from platforms on social and economic problems and to publish a review of his attitude titled Catholic sociallism to clarify his position and align with papal guidance and church doctors.
Washington reports formal notice of friction between Germany and the United States after the arrest in the island republic of a mixed descent man named Lueders. Secretary Day says protest will be lodged only if Germany acts beyond just measures, following precedent of prior administration. Minister Leger from Maydl consulted in Washington as discussions continue.
Louis December 1 Tuleigh N C special o the Globes Democrat anys Senator Marion Tutler's day in North Carolina is past. One year ago he was the most powerful leader the state had ever known. Today he is in a few trends event in his own party. There is a bitterness toward him throughout the state. The downfall began last winter during the legislature when he allegedly broke faith with Senior Pritchard a Republican who had been his ally. He sought to defeat Pritchard's reelection but failed due to a revolt of about twenty per cent of the legislature. The war continued as populists turned against him and Butler's alleged schemes were exposed. He grew more bitter and abusive in his papers and on the study. Tiewan very cold. Sir Paul Mian November 20 zero weather continues today throughout the northwest. It was eight below in this city at seven this morning the lowest this season. In the same area at Biamarck it was reported ten below at Whinipeg fourteen below Milex City.
Labor unions in St Louis oppose farther immigration restrictions arguing the issue contradicts progressive goals and harms wage earners. The resolution notes immigration is not to blame for wage declines and cites broader economic conditions behind the crisis. a report will be sent to the American Federation of Labor. Australian wheat yield in New South Wales eyed at 19 million bushels with 5 million export surplus. a Palmer House incident involves a traveling man claiming a telegram warning of a fire failed to arrive. Dr Nansen says no germs in the Arctic. a curious note on germs and company inaction.
Twenty five men arrive in Seattle from Dawson City on the City of Seattle direct run, split into two parties. They report a harsh Dawson winter with famine fears and discuss plans amid gold diggings, grubstakes, and pending trouble, noting relief efforts by mounted police offering transport but little relief for new arrivals and diggers facing starvation.
Professor Geo W Ferguson of Sheboygan Wis is accused of using eight to ten ward school pupils as subjects for public demonstrations of hypnotism. Mrs Ferguson defends him saying no harm was done and that parents had no objection. A special school board meeting was to be held to discuss the case.
Mrs Lillian Blauvelt, a famed concert singer, files for divorce from Royal Stone of New York. The suit alleges husband failed to support the family, preferring to live on her earnings. Judge Wineheath heard the case in chambers Saturday afternoon as deposition details emerged. The only witnesses were Blauvelt’s parents, who appeared to side with the husband. Verdict forthcoming.
San Francisco authorities move toward carrying out the Durrant hanging despite pending legal challenges. Acting Attorney General Carter Lux cites prior rulings and expects re sentencing once the current quibble is resolved, aiming to avoid further delays and proceed with the execution.
Disjointed lines reference EtIey Latham and George Standing with a $10,000 purse, plus notes on Nicaragua Costa Rica tensions and Turkey ordering guns. Internal revenue bureau shows monthly revenue up by $8,009,000. Sydney official Milton K Allis named private secretary to Secretary Gage. Delegations travel between Muwati and home. Hearse revenue cutter sails to arctic whaling area. A federal dealers federation forms in several cities.
Cincinnati dispatch reports Mark Hanna securing five fusionist votes in Ohio to assure his senate re election. A banquet is planned tonight ostensibly for L J Crawford of the National League of Republican Clubs but signals a move to restore party harmony amid the victory celebration.
Mason Michigan reports a man named Scott A. Bowdish attacked his nine year old daughter Inet and then fatally wounded himself after a shocking domestic incident. The child was awakened at night and allegedly assaulted before Bowdish turned the weapon on himself in a personal crisis. The event ended with Bowdish dead and the girl injured.
Reports from Seattle list Klondike arrivals and large ore values as Dawson City residents flee hunger and food shortages. The Seattle crowd brought substantial wealth tied to Klondike claims, with estimates of up to four million dollars in drafts and ore, while many miners sell food at rising prices as supplies dwindle.
Georgia legislature rejected a bill to grant free licenses and pensions to northern soldiers living in the state. The measure drew surprise and condemnation, with opponents arguing it would reward Union soldiers who burned homes in 1864. Supporters offered limited praise but faced little attention as the bill failed. The debate reflected lingering Civil War era resentment and a preference to aid Georgians who fought for the state.
An outlaw Sam Smith and a Nowatas city marshal linked to a double murder provoke factional strife in Nowatas Kansas. Indiana and white councils clash as courts side with the white government. Tensions escalate after a father is killed by the suspect in a bold act.
A Sunken port tale reports the Dauntless sailing November 10 toward Savannah with the Jennie Thomas in tow and a claimed large munition cargo aboard the schooner. A search at St Johns River yielded no finds, but Captain Brion seized the Dauntless en route to Cisca? Good line on the Southern canal. Lexington, Ky witnesses a yearling stallion sale.
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