01 Jul 1893
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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1893
Page
1
The notice outlines advertising terms for job work and paid notices, including rates, acceptance rules, and deadlines for inclusion in the next issue. It notes that unaffiliated advertisements will be published at official rates and may be removed if not accompanied by proper payment.
Matilda Hargrin a widow and Bishop Hare’s school alumna died from abortion complications. Before death she signed a statement blaming Dr M E Dittmer for the operation on June 13. Gustaf Rudolph Dangerhielmy, a sailor once employed by George Hallagher, is named as seducer. Dittmer is held without bail as authorities pursue the case.
Hawkins of Sioux Falls defeated Bordeaux of Minneapolis in a grueling sixteen round boxing match held in Minneapolis. The bout featured a strong Minneapolis rivalry and intense action through the mid rounds as Hawkins secured the victory before the final bell. The report notes the fight's momentum shifts and a notable early lead by the Minneapolis fighter.
A six thousand strong crowd watched the main event as Butler, the colored contender, defeated Jim Daly after a brutal ten round bout. Daly showed grit but was overwhelmed by Butler's power, with decisive moments in rounds five through eight sealing the victory.
A telegraphic report from Coney Island references General Newton and the Mu Coney Island club. It notes Deslit delayed in signing articles to meet Smith, with Newton blamed for slow detail while offers from other clubs remained. A postponement is discussed amid tensions and a death in Schilles’ family.
A new company unites key financiers to control freight and passenger trade between New York Philadelphia and European ports. The venture plans five steamships at 2 million each, with 815,000,000 capital, and seeks secrecy while pursuing absorption of rival lines and routes. Directors to be announced soon.
June 24. Attorney General Olney received a card from J. L. Winston former United States attorney for Washington state. He cites removal at Secretary Carlisle's behest for alleged Chinese and opium smuggling in the district. Carlisle claimed evidence sufficed to show government officials connived. Winston hints railroad influence behind his removal.
A preliminary estimate places Stanford wealth at 34,000,000 pounds, detailing 24,000,000 in cash, 26,009,000 in San Francisco property, 53,000,000 in cables or rail, and 3,000,000 in stock, with personal property totaling around 1,000,000.
A fragmented South Dakota page reports a major fire at Homestake mining works causing $60,000 in losses as cordwood stock, with about a thousand men fighting the blaze across mines and mills. Also noted are a fatal horse suicide by Alderman Marlé Bridge's horse, bank forgery arrests, and state convention delegations amid a wave of unrelated local items.
Official tests of the segmental wire gun at Sandy Hook during the powder trial progress with results claiming the smokeless powder record. A 6 pound charge with 13 pound shot yielded 2240 feet per second at 25 feet, surpassing prior records and marking a notable speed increase for the 26 caliber weapon.
On June 27 several small banks faced closures or suspensions. Bank of Nass City reported only 85.30 cash on hand and 3,360 in deposits with 5,000 in other facilities, despite 140,000 capital. New England Bank suspended payments with claims of temporary halt. Sabina and Jeffersonville Banks failed after W. T. Haydock’s stockholding links. Sabina Bank had 25,000 capital. Mona Brea clothing firm confessed judgment for 55,000 with total liability around 230,000. San Dikoo and Queen City Bank also reported resumed or failed operations amid a wave of bank troubles.
A quartet of men attempted an audacious theft at the Tiffany pavilion in Chicago. Captain Molloy identified Harry Howarth of Kansas City among the would‑be robbers after repeated close inspections of the famous $109,000 diamond. The bold plan was foiled by Molloy’s vigilance and quick action.
A London murder echoes the Whitechapel crimes as a woman is found with her throat cut near Rotwristle. In London the Victoria disaster report from Rear Admiral Markham portends trials for Marcha and Am, while naval actions in Tripoli and Malta unfold, with politic turmoil and royalist plots stirring headlines.
War rumors surge as a French gunboat anchors near Bangkok opposite Hong Kong, raising fear of bombardment. Reports describe tense Sino French clashes along the frontiers, with long standing disputes inflaming the region and potential military actions arising from the Siamese crisis.
The article reports the sultan's nervous state amid palace disturbances and banishments of officials. Visitors are questioned and monitored, amid rumors of conspiracies and suspicions involving Djevad Pasha. Separately, President may change stance on a September congressional call over the silver issue, signaling tense political maneuvering to avoid a premature House action.
Reported in Paris Kentucky a man Hutcharatt shot and killed his brother in law Dan Stuart a wealthy merchant Autehs craft and Ju-daw are among those implicated In a separate case Dan Stuart’s wife killed herself after writing letters alleging cruelty by her husband A prominent attorney Thatcheratt died under unclear circumstances in another incident involving a revolver and possible threats This jumble of names and events suggests a series of violent acts with fatalities and a linking narrative of family strife and legal drama continuing across nearby towns.
Washington June 24 The public and many congress members in the capital expect an extra session of Congress to open on the first Monday in September September 4. President will issue appointments today naming consuls and land office officials.
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