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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1898
Page
2
A column of miscellany reports theft of berth numbers by college students on trains, Shakespearean trivia, a 93 year old widow who rode horses in her youth, charity deeds at Santa Barbara, Schiller’s bell being melted, Japan’s gravity rail, society fashion, Canadian cranberries, and other brief notes reflecting a bygone era.
A man named Orr Clausen was arrested by Sheriff Hickey near Yankton on a wheat theft charge. He confessed to stealing twenty three bushels from a farmer four miles northeast, after a glove fragment linked to the thief was found in a bin.
In Skaguay Alaska Territory a bartender Ed Fay killed two men, Andy McGrath and a deputy marshal Rowan, after a clash tied to a robbery. McGrath died on scene, the marshal died soon after. Fay was jailed by the citizens committee. The marshal’s wife was in bed at the time. A separate Colorado note reports a fatal blaze at Cripple Creek with three prisoners and a questionably sentenced trio.
Minneapolis officials report a scheme to transport 2,000 men to Cuba, backed by American investors with large Cuban plantations to be divided into small holdings. The venture aims to land the colonists July 4 and protect the project from Spanish interference. Local notes also cover a grand masquerade planned for February 14 in Yankton and updates on civic and political developments in Dakota towns.
Amid March proceedings in Washington, a Senate committee reported a favorable amendment to the anti scalping bill. Senator Milian proposed changes to widen passage, including temporary population lifting for individuals per section 22. The measure tightens penalties for violations by corporations and individuals and allows certain ticket sales under good faith personal use. The debate highlighted enforcement provisions and the amendment’s broad scope across sections, with several senators endorsing the revised language and others noting potential penalties for first offenses.
A fragmented report notes a proposed special session involving Levy and several named places and entities. It references railway work and commissioners planning to address external piles near East, with unclear dates or outcomes.
Eighteen South Dakota newspaper men hold Federal posts under McKinley with more hopefuls. Officials named include Arthur Linn commandant of the Boldiern home, Mari an Taylor public examiner, T H M Ayres governor’s secretary, J I Inn insurance commissioner B G King, and Dowdell Statnell and Stacy Cochrane as commissioners. Hutchinson County, a Republican stronghold, faces a shift as Andrew Schats leads colonels to Wells County, North Dakota, amid questions about the big Republican turnout. The county is expected to lean Democratic in the coming election.
Fragmentary text references a 1903 Louis Exposition entry and government support. Mentions Barthold of Missouri and ties to the Louisiana prize. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but indicate official involvement and bids or exhibits.
In a wartime update from New York representatives report severe powder shortages. Officers note high grade powder stocks are aging, with two million pounds of Civil War era black powder in reserve. Navy and coast defenses risk under supply while German Wetter powder and limited California nitrate production are used to meet needs.
Notices detail pensions and postmaster changes across multiple states, naming individuals such as Juapur X. Bell Wigter David Wad Samuel Sampron and Jatin A Woolridge. It reports removals rehiring and increases, including figures from $6 to $102 and adjustments for widows and minors, with references to departments and locations like Iowa Nebraska South Dakota and Kalward Mar Ach. The document notes department actions on removals retirements and appointments and mentions specific institutions and counties in a dated government record.
A historical account describes House deliberations on election contests, committee actions, and appropriation discussions chaired by lawmakers including McCioland. It notes debates over funds for naval and coast guard matters, and references members such as Sayers and Massa, with focus on committee proceedings and policy considerations.
report claims counterfeiters of $1,000 silver certificates were active in Canada and the United States. Canadian police pursue leads through secret agents, with heightened effort to trace paper sources and engravers. Secretary Gage asked Congress to widen appropriations from 75,000 to 160,000 to support broader detection and pursuit of suspects tied to the operation.
United States dispatches report revolution activities in Costa Rica and political moves in Washington. notices indicate Japan may retain indemnity terms beyond the war era. Baltimore and Portland are referenced with various local items, including fox hunting and travel notes.
A historical dispatch describes the Sultan pressing Russia toward action as Germany backs Turkey. It notes tense moves in Constantinople, potential diversions of fleets, and a feared broader war with Austria and Italy aligning. The piece highlights Russian diplomacy, Crete governance, and looming military mobilizations across Europe.
A garbled report notes Northwester and WHI avoiding combat at a conference in Totuorean China. The Denver passenger alliance and executive group of rail interests discuss strategy while plans for a broader announcement proceed. exact details remain unclear due to damaged text.
A report from Savannah on February 8 details a death linked to a vaccine, listing Albery Turner and Varner among those involved in the case. The article notes blood poisoning as the outcome and mentions authorities and family reactions, describing the incident as a difficult, high-visibility medical death in the community.
Dakota City authorities report the arrest and sentencing of bootleggers Fyly Harey Randall, William Brown, Williane Phillips, and an alias “Dutehy.” They were held under U S Marshal and U S Commissioner oversight to answer charges of illicit trade. Randall and Phillips received sixty days each in county jail.
Representative Parker of Cleveland introduces a bill revamping marriage regulation. A probate court board of physicians will oversee licenses, with applicants needing approval, a $2.50 fee per license, and $1,000 per year for each board member. An appeal path to the state board of health is provided for license refusals.
The forenoon of the February session covered testimony from a Latimer school teacher who witnessed the deaths of miners. The witness identified several deputies seen at Latimer just before the shooting, citing maps and photographs as evidence.
Readable snippets show fat cattle hogs and sheep receipts at Sioux City and Omaha with mixed prices and steady to weak tendencies. Reports mention Chicago and Minneapolis quotations, grain futures, and general market conditions for cattle hogs and sheep along with currency and delivery details.
In Bertin Canada near Kilts 4 Wostian with an axe Merlin February murder trial recounts Allison hanged for killing Mrs. Anthony Orr near Galt on August 9. Motive cited revenge for her refusals of improper attentions.
In Paris on February 4, deputies Maxander Miller and Henri Luvertuson dueled with swords after a chamber debate. Miller sustained an arm wound as the disagreement escalated during the proceedings. In Tahlequah on February 7, D. W. Bushyhead, a prominent Cherokee leader, died today of Bright’s disease.
Washington wires report the Senate committee on Interior affairs will again study the confirmation of Charles I. McCoy for an Indian agent post at the Cheyenne reservation. Senator Matt of Connecticut urges delay. Senator Platt seeks extended time and a subcommittee chaired by Senator Pint of New York may be appointed if withdrawal does not occur by next Thursday.
The Noto New York lawyer Joseph B Choate was the guest of honor at a Chicago bar association banquet. Choate delivered an eloquent address on the profession while being interrupted by applause and comments. The president of the association praised the noble aims of the legal field and noted the duty to uphold civil liberty, constitutional preservation, and the rule of law through the bar and judiciary.
A Washington dispatch reports a cabinet meeting with the attorney general noting state of negotiations on the forecourse and sale of Kay hae Pacific. Officials discuss eligibility of Germany actions, diplomatic adjustments, and possible postmaster nominees across several districts.
Washington November 7 The present minister is named ambassador to Weath to replace the current envoy to St. Petersburg, elevating our representative to the rank of ambassador. The move follows urging by officials and is seen as strengthening ties with Russia. A public statement outlines the new diplomatic stance.
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