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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1901
Page
2
A garbled dispatch covers high society ball outcomes, a London archbishop tale, a New York land plot, Minnesota anti tobacco measures, and a list of electrical engineering luminaries. It also notes prison life at Charlestown, a Manila War era scene in Madrid, Queen Victoria anecdotes, and scholarly letters from Paris to Dublin.
Population figures show smaller towns in 16 counties shrinking while larger cities grow. Officials attribute declines to outmigration and limited industrial opportunities. Local planners discuss strategies to attract investment and preserve community services amid shrinkage.
Debates in Pierre feature moves on state board of regents, salaries for seven trustees, and constitutional amendments for debt limits. Bids to reorganize agencies, adjust election lines for supreme and circuit judges, and expand state services dominate Thursday and Friday sessions amid partisan tension and calls for uniform laws.
A disturbance yesterday afternoon led to damage of over $200 in intoxicating beverages at a Main Street store. Witnesses describe a tense scene as temperance workers and residents, including Lily and others, argued with the owner. Police inquiries proceed as authorities consider official actions and possible trials.
A devastating blaze in Omaha damaged the street railway system and destroyed numerous electric cars. Reports cite $150,000 in losses with $76,000 insured. Thirty four Methodist hospital patients were moved to safety as crews battled the flames.
A long indeictment list details multiple indictments including Solin Yellow Wolfe and Alex Bad Boy for larceny while others face charges related to whiskey home shipments and unlawful sales. Sentences and court actions are noted with major figures like Rev Barnard and hospital maintenance costs in Yankton and related counties, highlighting state hospital funding questions and legal outcomes.
Fragmented report of a legislative session with references to Pierre meetings on Mondays and proposals. Mentions to empower committees, witness contempt, a wolf bounty, reduced licenses, charity and corrections funding, and a life imprisonment penalty for kidnapping. Lists several named officials and appointees in Pierre.
A meeting of the Bale Committee discussed a new joint bill to compel attendance and employ clerks. Representative Meneilet chairs as MUHORTACHEY is chosen at $7.00 per day. Ex Governor Lee and ex-Secretary Thomas Us Ayres are among those summoned for investigation.
In a chaotic primary in Missouri’s city, more than 160 shots were fired. Police and two Black residents were wounded, a ballot box stolen, and tensions surged between factions supporting Sollon Noonan and Rolla Wells in the Fourth Ward. A riot erupted near polling places at Linden and Wave Hill streets.
A woman identified as the wife of a local public official committed suicide by hanging at her residence in Moendamin Baturdas night. Family members were away from home, and the act appeared premeditated amid claims of temporary insanity.
Des Moines, Feb 11 The Leader reports Mulibell of Osberty in Denton eyes a railroad from Des Moines to Muscatine via Newton Monteaina Williamsburg Town City and Muscatine. D J Lyons says the new line could be built and operated before year end. Representatives from Newton Monteaina Town City Williamsburg and others attend the conference and favor the Hubbell plan though route still debated.
Washington Feb 1 indignant officials deny a report that Topeka training ship is overdue. The vessel is said to be sixteen days out from Cape Verde en route to the harbor. The slow boat is on a training cruise with progress hindered by frequent practice stops.
A passenger train on the Chicago road derailed near a station after an axle broke on the engine at high speed. One fireman, Devon Wigney, was killed instantly. Several other workers and immigrant passengers were injured with minor wounds.
The Americas forces nav forces captured a large stash of weapons and supplies including cannons, thousands of rifles, and ammunition. About 100 rifles were surrendered. officers orders will not mitigate crimes.
The president announced James J. Wilson of Delaware and Bitehaen pastas haiale as volunteers promoted to brigadier general in the regular army at Washington on February 1. Both individuals receive promotion in the Regs Mine Army structure.
In an interview, liberal leader Sagaatn denounces police brutality and the government for ordering the crowd dispersal. He notes the unrest stems from the current situation and warns a civil clash may follow. arrests include a lieutenant and two soldiers who were later released amid cheers for the army.
General Ruggles, a key creator of the first Republican platform and kin to notable political figures, died Saturday in Havana at age 73. Born March 7, 1818, in Richland County Ohio, he helped shape Illinois party early structure and served as lieutenant colonel of the Third Illinois Cavalry in the Civil War. He leaves four sons and was known as a scholar and writer with spiritual leanings. Markets and economic notes follow in this column.
George Carter, a Black man, was hanged by a mob in Paris Kentucky after he assaulted Mrs. W. A jailer was overpowered in Potolock. The mob pinned a card on the body warning that all Negroes who assault white women will meet the same fate. Mrs Bonfide identified Carter as the assailant along with her son.
The Senate discussed a new amendment to the army bill proposing that all military civil and judicial powers in the Philippines be vested in the president. The committee noted that civil administration would absorb judicial functions and no opposition was raised during reporting. Also note: John F. Power, ex-state senator and brother of T C Power, died in Montana after a long business career.
House members reject Senate amendments to a revenue bill amid constitutional objections over original source of money measures. Tawney asserts precedent and requests division. conference motion faced opposition. Senate credentials of Carmack and Patterson noted. naval appropriation unit discussed and passed.
Senator Aldrich reports a statement from A B Hepburn chairing the American Association of Bankers urging full repeal of the bank capital tax. He notes the House kept the tax, the Senate cut it in half, and conference prospects unclear. He aims to reduce correspondence among finance committee members.
In Washington petitions reveal promotions confirmed for Major General Nelson A. Miles, Brigadier General AW Young, Colonel Adam Chatter, and General Arthur MacArthur to higher ranks. The approvals align with Pet. 230 and designate new lieutenant or major roles.
The Fenata Committee reviewed military nominations on Saturday for consideration of Ivers 10 and the Wehkndli general under the president. A meeting of the committee followed a report on renomination of generals Wood, Gratt, and Hell with Low and Wilson named, as Pettigrew opposed one elder alien nominee and changes in order were discussed to relieve officers.
The Cleveland Grand Army of the Republic committee announces the next September encampment in the city. About 114 officers will be elected within a week as preparations proceed for the event. Communications may be sent to Lo Ta We Doty at the American Trust building Weland Ohio.
An old advertisement promotes Ayers Hair Vigor as a hair food that supposedly nourishes, strengthens, and restores color while keeping the scalp clean. It claims hair will grow long and glossy at one dollar per bottle with free booklet offers and mail order details.
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