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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1903
Page
3
The brief item records a step by Bole as the lead action in the Lala N. Clain sequence with local notes on timing and placement. Details are sparse, but the entry emphasizes Bole’s early position in the noted event and its local context.
Reports from Rome July 7 note the pope’s health remains fragile after a serious operation. Doctors say nourishment continues, but weakness persists as preparations and consultations with Vatican staff and secretary roles are described amid cautious optimism.
A phony phonetologist known as W. J. Smith operated around Willamina and Pipestone, swindling farmers including Peter Lorenzen. He pled guilty to obtaining notes and was fined about 20 dollars with costs, plus returning the note. He also faced charges in Pipestone and admitted to using phonography tricks.
A New York Sunday supplement telegraph piece argues a European bloc may seek war to curb Muscovite expansion in Manchuria. It questions Count Cassini's diplomacy and warns that Russia’s aims threaten U S, Britain, and Japan, urging decisive American action.
San Francisco July 6 Claus Spreckles whose sugar fortune topped 40 million by a coast wide monopoly added 36 million from the Independent Gas and Electric Company he launched six years ago to avenge a smokestack grievance. He pressed President Crockett over smoke nuisance then drove gas prices down and power rates up, forcing Crockett’s firm to sell the plant.
Janateky set a remarkable pace in the Gordon Bennett automobile race spanning Ireland and other venues.Officials noted speeds near ninety miles per hour with a top moment when a rut threatened a corner but the driver retained control and maintained high speed amid the arduous course.
Dover, July 6. The United States squadron arrived off Dover this morning and exchanged salutes with the shore battery in a formal welcome as part of a naval visit to England.
A cloudburst caused Oakford Park dam to fail sending floodwaters through Jeanette, Greensburg, Irwin and nearby towns. By dawn 75 dead were estimated with 20 bodies recovered. hundreds were rescued as panicked crowds fled to higher ground. Rescue teams, including Dr. Freshwater, saved around 160 people. Fort Pitt dam failure and Radabaugh reservoir fears added to the crisis.
Atlantic Indiana man Pat Maher returned from Fourth of July celebration to shoot himself after killing his wife who slept in bed. Mrs Maher died Sunday morning while the husband survived in precarious condition. In Sioux Rapids Iowa S D Riniker prominent attorney had his right hand severely lacerated by a firecracker blast Saturday afternoon. He may lose part of a finger.
In Baldwinsville New York local case ends with a $8 payment ruling after a dispute over whether G Swee s ey placed his arm around Bella Gilson’s waist while walking with Edgar Gould. The superior court will decide if the act was consensual or the arm movement by Miss Gilson.
The Fourth of July event at Tam many Hall featured Grand Sachem James E. O'Gorman and Colonel Franklin Bartlett as speakers. Former Senator Chas A Towne condemned U S imperial actions, arguing no constitutional basis for a colonial system, while Senator Joseph W Bailey of Texas addressed the crowd and other leaders offered remarks on democracy and policy. Ex Senator Hil forecast political change and urged party unity, and Senator Batley praised the Tammany Society's loyalty to the Democratic Party noting shifts in federal policy.
Chicago July 7. Shippers face uniform advance in merchandise rates announced by all express companies. Effective yesterday, packages under fifty pounds pay higher rates, with one pound at 30 cents east of Dodge City and two pounds at 35 cents. Increases apply to printed matter and larger weights, shifting costs to the general public.
A Princeton College party led by Professor Marcus S. Farr reports bones of large prehistoric animals and stone implements at Fish Creek, Montana. A near complete skeleton of a nine foot man and a somewhat smaller female skeleton were found in a mound along the creek, with a large doglike creature also unearthed.
In Evansville Indiana a mob attacked the city jail during the early hours, seeking to lynch Black singer Les Brown after a fatal street brawl left Patrolman Massey dead. Sheriff Kratz ordered deputies to guard Brown as white and Black crowds clashed, troops deployed, and Brown was moved to Vincennes for safety amid ongoing threats.
A cloudburst near Oxford park caused a flood at 4 PM yesterday, washing away at least twenty lives with rumors of over one hundred dead. Drowned include Miss Gertrude Keefer, 19. Jeannette Edward O'Brien of Latrobe. Joseph Overly of Indianapolis. Lucy Crum of Jeanette. Councilman John Light, Greensburg, his wife and two children. Authorities report only a few bodies recovered, others feared buried along the creek. Manager McGrath urged crowds to seek higher ground as dam fears prompted evacuation under stands and pavilions.
A Chicago fire at New ie & Bon's stables at the stockyards resulted from fireworks carelessness. Over 200 horses escaped, causing chaos and extensive damage. Twenty horses burned, with property losses around $15,000 and life insurance claims of $25,000. A separate incident in New York reports Edgely, 21, Jersey City, killed by a gaspipe cannon explosion as a Fourth of July accident.
In Pittsburgh four people were killed at the corner of Dorbes Street and Oakland Avenue when a rain soaked flag wired to a grocery store broke under high wind and fell onto an electric line carrying 2,000 volts. A man crossing the street touched the pool of water and died instantly. A Surrey with seven occupants tried to flee as the driver sought shelter. several passengers jumped and three were shocked to death after stepping on the live wire.
An explosion at a South Chicago toy cap factory last night killed three workers Thomas Hazelhurst Charles Hazelhurst and Irving Sanford and fatally injured Noble Higgins. Several others were burned and bruised but expected to recover. Management says a dropped cap bundle likely caused the blast and injury to bystanders.
In the House of Commons debate this afternoon the number of British American and Japanese warships in the Gulf of Pechile was discussed. Admiral Forster cited twelve British ships in the waters while the admiralty said no special fleet gatherings or aimed objectives by powers directing vessels in Chinese waters were known.
Cleveland readers are told a report claiming Senator Hanna sold all business interests and would retire is incorrect. D. R. Hating, son of Hanna, states the senator has only gradually relieved himself of day to day business and remains active in public affairs. The report is said to be without foundation.
Markets report cattle hog and sheep prices from Bloux City and adjacent centers. Listings show steers cows and heifers stockers feeders and lambs with varied quotes, including heavy hogs around 5.50 to 6.25 per cwt and calves, plus receipts and regional notes for Omaha and Kansas City.
Chicago July 7 grain markets show cash prices for corn and oats mixed, with No 2 yellow corn quoted around 16 cents and oats varying by grade. Market observers note steady flour and dairy sectors, while whisky basins and cheese markets display modest activity.
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