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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1897
Page
2
A jumbled OCR of diverse items reports on a county farmer in Kansas, a Major Sidney death note, a bald eagle theft, a Portland cranberry guessing game, medical opinion on cause of death, Paris city planning, Antwerp railway speed, and assorted short items aboutAmericans, railroads, and early technology.
In Pierre on January 2 the legislature opened sessions with protracted debate on railroad and tax bills. Palmer and Majors led partisan lines over a railroad bill while tempers cooled for a brief adjournment. other measures looked to exhibit funding, insurance reforms, and licensing, with further action slated for the week.
Reports from Pierre Highmore and Vermilion detail a blustery snowstorm disrupting travel and isolating towns while snow plows and rotary blades work to clear rails. In Vermilion Senator Gunnarson advocates sugar beet industry exploration with plans to study a Norfolk factory and potential beet processing sites between Yankton and Jefferson Point.
Charles Sivan, acquitted of William Billa murder in Livingston County, was found shot to death near his home in Chillicothe Missouri. The case follows threats against witnesses and fears of a growing feud, with possible links to the October barnyard murder of William Islip.
In New York, two gunmen attempted to rob the private bank of Henry Pincus at 216 Grand Street. Pincus dodged a revolver, cried for help, and pursued the thieves. One robber was captured, and within twenty hours federal arrests followed. A larger gang was implicated as more members were indicted and convicted, with sentences ranging from seven to ten years.
Varloan travelers recount the Santa Clara capture by Cubans near Havana. Reports describe Cuban gallantry overrunning Spaniards, with 26 000 Cuban fighters facing 285 000 Spaniards and volunteers. Mention of the impending U S recognition and ongoing guerrilla warfare tactics gain emphasis.
Madrid January 27. Report claims Hievels failed to approach General Woyte as he warned of bold acts in the capital. Havana dispatches quote Captain General Wester saying only a few weak garrisons remain in the Magna provinces and will be dispersed.
Local officials and witnesses recount a shooting during Governor Bradley’s campaign in Jackson. Deputy Marshal Bird was killed in Brearhart county. Rumors claimed the governor would pardon the killer, a claim discussed amid political unrest and a Christmas investigation.
A Sunday explosion in Aubing prison wounded and killed convicts after a naphtha lamp ignited in a cell. James McTalge, a New York sentenced felon born in England, died hours later from injuries. Guards reported pandemonium as flames spread and inmates were frightened. McTalge had smuggled naphtha for use as a heater and tea.
Washington January 27. Inquiries into the insurrection reveal a list of claimants to U S citizenship rooted in Cuba since February 24 1805. Secretary Olney reports seventy four arrests, seven tried with Julio Lane and six others named as guilty or awaiting new trials. Most prisoners released after investigations, eighteen expelled from the island after confinement, with seventeen cases still pending.
The National Association of Manufacturers holds its annual Philadelphia convention beginning today. Delegates anticipate key talks on treasury pressures, tariffs, and efforts to expand American industry with speeches from notable figures.
A mishmash of figures from insurance companies outlines fiduciary misconduct through the year. Total defalcations approach 9.41 billion across many entities. New York records leading losses. Delaware minor. Public and private offices, banks, agents, and forged transactions contribute to the heavy toll.
The article reports a contested claim over Governor Pingree’s eligibility while he held both governor and other state offices. It notes supporters argue constitutional provisions grant power to the holder, while opponents contend the office cannot be combined. The piece mentions January 24 and debate about the election’s legality.
Milwaukee brewers report strong lobbying to defeat a proposed increase in the national beer tax. Wil Jom and allied associations vow to push to Washington against doubling the current $1 per barrel levy. The move mirrors Brewers’ stance nationwide, signaling a heated industry fight ahead of congressional action.
A Washington discussion shows lawmakers urging safeguards to prevent senatorial seats thefts. Delaware and New Hampshire reps push for committee study on Pacific railroads, California and Oregon routes, and court involvement. The House considers a water route survey bill from Galveston to Buffalo Bayou, with debates on immigration and District of Columbia issues.
Representative Powers of Vermont says a subcommittee will likely report favorably to the full committee on a plan to aid railroads including Sioux City and Pacific. If the bill passes, the government would back the railways with an enlarged scope, though details remain unsettled and the outcome uncertain.
Washington January 26 Senator George of Mississippi was reported at Garfield Hospital in Chicago with complications from pneumonia bronchial infection and heart strain. He entered the hospital after arriving from Mississippi and his doctors expressed grave concern for his recovery. His wife and daughter were summoned and were expected to arrive tonight.
Judge Horton Hal lrday granted an injunction against Philadelphia publishing house to prevent imitation of W. J. Bryan's new book The Great Battle. A similar Bryan volume had appeared recently and was alleged to be written by Mr. Bryan. The injunctions were served Saturday night and attorneys warned similar actions would be taken in every city where the book is sold.
Milwaukean workers at the Ti aois Street company May View works lose about six hundred jobs as top and bottom mill closing down, fin plate mill, and old and new pare mill halt operations. No official reasons given. Chicago office to supply details. Also brief notices of a Major Henry G. Thomas death and a Russian grand duchess birth, plus two army retirements and a Navy retirement, all from January reports.
Solomon Burleson, father of the Oneida Indian Reservation, a noted Episcopal clergyman and Minnesota lawyer, lies dying in Chicago after kidney troubles. He greatly advanced Indian relations with the government and mentored David Hill, chief of the Oneidas, while guiding the Oneida mission for about ten years.
Mrs W A Edwardy widow of William A Edwardy offers 500 reward for return of valuables stolen December 18 including a diamond studded watch a diamond pin earrings a diamond pin a life policy for 8300 00 deeds mortgages and pawn tickets Also notes she acted on stage as Mary Young and worked with Albert Hayman at the Baldwin theater in San Francisco.
Dispatch from London cites rising deaths and a deadly disease spreading slowly. Reports from the governor general's weekly page note heavy rainfall in Punjab except Delhi, with prices rising in Panjab towns as monsoon showers ease.
A patchy 19th century wire service style sheet reports on European political intrigue led by a newly appointed Gaelgn official and Sultan Mohammedan anxieties in Constantinople, followed by a Barbados rail disaster notice with riders of unknown casualties, and extensive midwestern and Chicago market quotations for cattle, grain, and livestock.
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