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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1894
Page
2
Fragmented report covers South Dakota politics with ward changes and suicides among aldermen, then shifts to global notes on potatoes in Europe and the Americas. Scattered items include a Montana election celebration mishap, culinary tastes, Pygmy lore, and odd rural anecdotes. The piece mixes local governance, curiosities, and international trivia in a dense, era tone.
A long, garbled report alleges Orlando Giles, a cattleman near Abiatine, was murdered while en route from Dickinkon. The piece claims Giles’s death stemmed from a scheme involving his killer Davidedin, with investigators facing confusion and pressure as they pursue leads across a web of named figures, locations, and dates.
Nelson Morris announces intent to sue the Distillers Company over a cattle feeding contract. He claims a $40,000 head of cattle provision and winter feeding terms would have yielded profit, but the Distillers failed to provide materials. Morris says he is pursuing damages to protect his investments and may seek legal action.
In a House Ways and Means session Secretary Carlisle outlined a banking reform plan to alter note retirement and government responsibility. He compared it with Baltimore’s approach, arguing his plan would keep stronger banks solvent while shifting backup duties to the government and banks.
A fragment lists Senator Jones pursuing a $100000 appropriation for Indian affairs and land settlement, facing house opposition. alongside notes on M Munter’s aeronautical trip around France, and upcoming warnings of prophetic calamities in various cities including Richmond and Concord.
A dispatch from Fokohioma reports Japanese forces advancing toward Pekin in an effort to seize the celestial capital. Analysts warn the capture could destabilize the current regime and push China toward terms acceptable to the enemy. The report notes strategic plans and possible repercussions for regional power dynamics.
The Agricultural Department expands seed packing with new machines. Joseph G. Hewarth of Burlington Vermont provides transshipment equipment. 7 machines operate in Breodebar for seed distribution, producing up to 157,000 packages daily. Chief Magi says machine costs amount to about four dollars per pack. A former method yielded 1,000 packages per worker daily.
Fragmented notes from Rio Aror and December reports show Senator Me Thorson backing to end the Wis senatoriat case by reopening investigations into alleged Carveglo frauds and armor testing. House action and a Quay amendment target ballistics, with possible $140,000 line and refunds if findings support. Also mentions Edgwood and South Dakota educators convention details and a Dec 10 bank cashiers’ theft case in Nebraska.
Report details a public contest challenge involving Mitchell and Whaley with a 2000 pound stake. Officials and observers from New York to Michigan weigh in on the legality and conduct of the contest, including references to a national convention and legal actions.
The Senate discussed a resolution authorized by McPherson regarding education and labor in China, with referrals to the education and labor committee. The session covered U.S. policy toward China, the War with China’s opponents, and potential information on Japanese deliveries to China. The debate touched on the treasury act, executive business, and ongoing foreign relations inquiries, with adjournment to Monday after routine and public land committee reports.
A Mexico City dispatch to the Globe-Democrat quotes the official government as denying any engagement with Guatemala over the boundary dispute. Telegraphic notes from Tuxtla and Chiapas frontier report General Lopes recently returned from a reconnaissance and indicate no conflict is planned, while Mexican troops remain stationed along the frontier.
News notes unrest at Carnell College Vernon where Sigma Nu seniors faced withdrawal options amid a rift with the faculty. A May sensation arose from handbills claiming details of events leading to alleged chapter surrender, with confusion over the current status of the fraternity and next steps.
The article reports on a night event where The Wizard secured 311 points against an opponent after a rough start. It notes his total score reaching 2.4 percent, while rival Sling Mors showed a strong runway average. Mentions of locations near Afton and a committed, but unclear, incident are included with sparse names and dates.
The Newby pension fraud case reaches the Washington Supreme Court amid claims of false pretenses to obtain a pension. In Grand Army circles, funds have been raised to support his defense as prosecutors press for two years’ imprisonment on the charges of false pretenses and perjury.
Amid mounting Utah region tensions, Interior Dept officials push for a policy shift toward Ute relocation. Secretary Smith reportedly directs agents to pursue Ute families across eastern Utah, citing frontier security concerns and urging action amid local claims of Indian violence against settlers.
A foggy Saturday saw a public demonstration of Lieut N J Halpine's torpedo at the navy yard. Guests watched as the weapon reportedly functioned with the charge blanked. operators used a simple keyboard to control currents powering the motor and rudder, with the propeller turning and the harpoon and fuse system shown as workable.
Kansas City rumor of Doviey Forney dying by opium in a prison was denied by DC Forney owner of Mrs D F Watrous. He cites telegram from New York dated Dec 5 1890 saying Forney is alive in New York and has never been West of the Alleghenies. Forney calls the false report careless and harmful to him.
Secretary Norbert ordered the Marblehead prepared for a three year foreign cruise. Minor defects found in the West Indies will need about thirty days at Norfolk navy yard for repairs before departure. The destination remains undecided but abroad service is planned with European squadron as a likely posting.
A damaged read promises a hebrew Bible of immense size weighing 20 pounds in 1012 era myth, with scattered references to Venetian agents, Pope Julius I, gold weight claims, and a misread value of 870 000 Balutiad, presenting a garbled historical note.
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