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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1896
Page
2
A collage of odd notes and distant scenes from Thames Ohio to South Dakota reports a curious mix of farming yields, mining labor, canal dreams, a giant mastodon tusk find, and university progress. It sketches varied locales, people, and venture, with scattered clips on land, price, and policy amid a sprawling, irregular tapestry.
William McCrea, a well known miner tied to the Pittsburg presbytery, is under arrest in Pittsburg after attempting to pass a forged $300 note at Lincoln National Bank. He formerly belonged to the Kansas presbytery and has served as supply minister in local Presbyterian pulpits.
In St Louis on December 1 Anton Jenning and his wife Uyed were found dead at 283 Malden Lane after a brutal struggle. Jenning’s half brother Henry Kemmeling also died in the home with a bullet wound, the pistol in his grip and two empty chambers. The scene suggests a violent confrontation and both bodies lay about two hours old. The neighborhood is shocked by the double tragedy and an ensuing investigation.
Senate recites Cameron report urging Cuba’s independence with friendly offices to Spain. West and Hale clash over presidential war powers. Measures on belligerency and recognition referred to Judiciary. canal and tax items handled later. House passes immigration bill after brief debate and moves to conference with Senate.
A Chicago court filing by National Linseed Oil Co and Grove Seed Co seeks the appointment of a receiver for Firemen’s Insurance Co, once the Union Insurance Co of Decatur, now insolvent with $500,000 capital wiped out. The case labels the firm total insolvent amid calls for liquidation.
December 22 reports say the National Bank of Millsville or Minglets faced suspension as the Clearing House committee met at midnight to curb losses. The bank’s officers and directors faced criticism for imprudent loans and hidden assets, with receivers appointed and claims immediately published. Creditors fear substantial failures across Chicago as other banks brace for impact and a 75 percent advance on approved claims is arranged to speed payouts.
A five year old Laf Yarbrough died after a fall in Vandalia. A Kentucky farmer, John Stursitl, was killed while grooming a horse in Playa county. James of Kentucky, aged 14, is said to be dying, with potential ballot implications. Monteur Robinson of Philadelphia died aboard the Columbian Line ship Finance two days from New York. A colored man named Woodward, accused of murdering Lewis Robinson at Lewiston, TI, was sentenced to 35 years. Wade township official Howard Mackey died by suicide in Newton. Jacob Linkenstein, accused of stealing a football, was released for lack of law. A Great Western freight derailment near Rush and Savannah injured the engineer and fireman. Missouri Tigers football team was ordered home then diverted to Monterey, Mexico, for a Sunday game. Dr George Gladstone, who rented rooms in Indianapolis, later married Mrs Gladstone but she mourns her husband’s death.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe plans for wartime mobilization in Madrid. It mentions alliance formations, naval and marine staff, and readiness of ships and transports, with references to Admiral Berunger and general American rosters. The text is largely garbled but points to a prewar buildup and ship readiness efforts.
A early morning blaze in New Brunswick wiped out the Alien theater building once home to Ma sonic hall. The Union Masonic lodge and several stores suffered heavy damage. The Koy Stock company scenery and costumes were destroyed. Estimated total loss stands around 250000 dollars.
The Manchester Guardian reports that wartime ship subsidies to lines serving Australia India and other ports will far exceed the legal bounty cap. Government plans to limit payouts by striking out speculative lines and trimming liberal provisions while preserving genuine claims amid rising wartime shipping activity and an impending two year horizon.
The article reports on a protracted land dispute over Wind Cave involving McDonald who located the cave and a South Dakota Mining Company protest alleging minerals. Investigations led to a finding of no mineral deposits and the land being neither agricultural nor mineral, with both parties appealing to the Interior secretary awaiting a decision.
A long list of admonitions warns readers to temper holiday spending and behavior. It urges husbands to avoid extravagance, wives to cherish family, and all to skip pride, avoid mockery, and keep Christmas simple and kind. The piece blends moral instruction with practical tips for domestic harmony during the festive season.
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