20 May 1893
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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1893
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text outlines a notice about a work and publication timing. It mentions an address or event, with references to advertisements and a Wednesday date. The readable portions are insufficient for precise details or names.
A jumble of local items from Yankton and nearby towns describes a proposed mine inspector confrontation, a deadly accident at a point, market plans at Wheeler, bank trust transfers, political moves in Aberdeen and Vienna, a grand lodge gathering in South Dakota, railroad progress, wind cave explorations, and community meetings. The report bundles multiple people, places, and organizations with dates and local stakes.
Pan Fan eicy reports May 18 on Steamer Geennie from Hong Kong and Yokohima. Wary of annexationists, Claus Spreckels opposes annexation, while Minister Stevensons plans to return to the United States. Japan recalls the Naniwa Kan signaling shifting hopes in Hawaii, as the provisional government tightens controls and prepares new laws on arms, editors, and responsibility.
A former slave sues her master Joseph Hickman for 850 a month as a family domestic for twenty four years claiming emancipation ignorance. Her suit began in 1489 for 1400, earlier judgments totaled 700 and a Kansas City appeal remanded the case to the circuit court which now denies. A motion for a new trial is filed amid public sentiment supporting the plaintiff.
The attorney general issues guidance to the state insurance department stating every policy must be written in Kansas and that nonresident insurers cannot write policies on Kansas property through in-state agents. The ruling cites nonresident statutes and restricts com panies from using nonresidents to transact Kansas business.
A South Dakota lawmaker Hon Ben Boy died at midnight from lockjaw after an accident during blasting left him injured. He served four years in the lower house and is survived by his wife and many children. The incident occurred in Sioux Falls county area as chaos from a nearby explosion sparked the fatal illness.
Kansas City inventor A A Kellogg reports progress on a winged machine with a 40 foot keel and 70 by 20 feet buoyant main chamber. Ground material delays persist as power is prepared by an electro motor vehicle. The device aims to fly from the hometops of Ransak Citys, with cautious optimism from Kellogg and team.
Alexander Austide Mary, a prominent wealthy Black figure of French descent and conservative Republican ties, died in Ourxané. Once urged for governor and Congress, he rejected office to remain out of politics, amassing about 250000 pounds mainly in real estate, and reportedly suffered obsessive fear of an imagined danger that led to his suicide after years of public service.
Daniel Coughlin the detective linked with Hourks and O Sullivan seeks a continuance in the Cronin murder prosecution. After a Supreme Court grant of a brief release, he appears in criminal court to await the next term, while the prosecution offers no concession.
Severe weather caused the worst flood in years across Ohio and Pennsylvania. Tracks flooded and rail service halted from Mood effects. Schooner Pelican foundered off Cleveland. crew casualties reported. Lifesaving crews searched for missing mariners. Docks and river towns faced extensive damage and shipping disruption.
Officials of the Northwesternuary Loan Company expect not to lose money as suspension looms. investors in the company likely face no dollar loss due to secured assets. The bank directors meeting at the Merchants State Bank discussed collateral realizing in a few days. Separate notices report Bank of Monroeville reopening to pay dollar for dollar, while Bank of Zumbrota closes doors. A Sing Sing escape tale recounts a decomposed body identified as Pallister, with a bullet wound and a revolver found.
The Rev. Dr. Bartlett of New York Avenue Presbyterian urged Sunday opening of the Chicago World’s Fair. He praised the fair as national in character and argued for public access to the grounds and fountains on Sundays, while acknowledging the era’s conditions and the heavy church attendance demand. He warned against restricting Sabbath observance to Europe and urged gradual accommodation for worship and rest.
The Supreme Court, via Justice Gray, upholds the New York court ruling against constitutionality of the Geary exclusion act. The majority says Congress cannot set rules beyond its powers to regulate migration, allowing the executive to determine admissibility and evidence standards. Justice Brower dissents, arguing the act is unconstitutional. Chief Justice Fuller and Justice Field dissent, Justice Brewer absent. rehearing denied after a brief recess.
In Minnesota a libel suit seeks 25,000 against Ignatius Donnelly by Everett W. Wish editor of the Great West and against George L. Stoughton editor of the Representative. The filing accuses Wish of political manipulation and alleges embezzlement from the Republican state central committee.
A dynamite cartridge exploded at the door of Colegio Loreto in Mapu on May 16 injuring no one and scattering inmates into terror. Authorities attribute the attack to the fascists amid renewed activity in Spain.
Judge Gage rules for plaintiffs J H Sengwell and others against Nancy Crawford and others in a long running ejectment case over more than 500 acres in Fayette and Washington Court House. Heirs gain clear title to lands with homes and stores. defendants to pay back rents. Large properties and public buildings risk loss to heirs and tenants.
Diablo, aged son of Bolux and Grace Darling, won the Brooklyn Handicap at Gravesend on May 17. The race carried 825000 in purses, with Plamplighter finishing close and a slow time of about 2:09 for the winner. Numerous horses and riders followed, with odds listed for each entrant and crowd betting noted.
Sketch of Thomas J Geary a California Democrat born in Massachusetts 1824 noted for authoring the Chinese exclusion law and its constitutional affirmation by the United States supreme court He moved to California in 1848 read law and was admitted to the bar He served in congress and held seats on foreign affairs commerce and related committees
May 17 CinicAce reports Thomas Williams struck roommate Andrew A Craig with a mix during a quarrel over half of room rent. Williams claims self defense while Wile Laing supports the claim. Both men are described as colored workers. The incident occurred early morning.
Mixed cattle and hog prices across markets in Sioux City Chicago and Kansas City May 17 show heavies steady to firmer while cattle demand remains uneven. Pork prices edge up with buyers cautious as stockers and veal calves trade at varied levels and foundational grain trends influence futures.
The fragment mentions a war captain, a farewell marriage proposal, and memories of Warsaw. It includes a New York fashion note about Lord & Taylor’s and a first-person anecdote of a Frenchman in New Orleans gambling in 1868, leading to a windfall and later quiet wealth. The piece blends romance, travel tales, and a money-prize memory.
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