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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1895
Page
2
A jumble of notes covers mandolin makers in Chicago and abroad, with sales figures and innovations. a court case about a Missouri widow, a train hold up near Madison and Dee Mothos, fashion references, a New York actress, and various local curiosities. The piece weaves cultural tidbits, notable names, and scattered incidents from diverse locales into a single column snapshot.
The long sprawling case from Yankton and Pierre centers on John Stronk of Waverly New York and Eliza Reyolde, with Dominion land disputes. Hearings in Aberdeen Township reveal fraud claims and appeals, while officials from North Kimberlain and chamberlain oversee proceedings and potential further appeals to higher offices.
The Western Bay Ball association held its annual meeting at the Piedmont Hotel in Chicago on November 12 with George Precket Quincy Charlee F Lynn Peoria and William Ebrigh Lincoln named on a committee to form and report at the next annual gathering. President Kent Was instructed to send a project sketch to Preston Sy B Younes.
A California court considers default against stakeholders after the steamship Collmay sank off the Mexican coast on May 27 with 200 lives lost. Families of passengers and insured parties seek relief, while the court delays absolute default and allows time for response. Legal representatives for relatives of the deceased petition the court, with notes on publicity and publication of the proceedings.
In Springfield at 2 am a burglary at Samuel A Covington’s East Capitol Avenue shop led to a fire and a physical assault. Covington was knocked unconscious, revived, and fought intruders who fled as the shop burned. Fire rendered the store unsalvageable with only a small stock saved. The suspect fled, territory unclear, and Covington evacuated patrons as the danger spread. Local authorities reported the incident and ongoing investigations.
Maud Steidel, 16, was abducted from St Joseph Missouri by Father Dominick Wagner of St Marys church. Her uncle Alex Todvent and Adolph Blandt face charges. Blandt claims priest’s complicity. Wagner held in jail pending ball as police pursue further leads and assess motive amid public uproar.
Fragmented report shows Western Baseball Association con cluded with pennant focus on Lincoln Neb and Rockford area teams. Mentions local figures W Kent presiding, plus scattered notes on unrelated incidents and a Colorado Federation women’s club meeting in Colorado Springs with remarks on social progress and new entrants.
A chaotic 1920s style report states the Orexan Improvement Company failed to secure a buyer for ninety days. The meeting notes a $640,000 October debt on a second mortgage and a 5 percent hole, with a restructuring plan anticipated to protect security holders and preserve assets amid ongoing liquidation and reorganization efforts.
Fragmentary text describes high level officials including General Vincent and Secretary Lamont in a discussion about Major Armes. It hints at communications from General Ache Helly and mentions Nie aide of the case, with ritual nods and a potential meeting in Washington.
An incoherent OCR fragment describes an unnamed conflict involving a president and customers, mentioning a mission between Valkyrie and Defender. References to abandoned sites, investigations, and authorities imply a contested event with unclear details and no verifiable names or dates.
Fragmentary OCR tale mentions a South Dakota assessment and a ship near Atlante with vague references to Americ an and Chilean ties. The garbled text names railroads, various places, and a parade of unclear actors, leaving readers with an impression of a disjointed event sequence.
A South Dakota decision text appears garbled but references an attorney general inquiry into a nonvnilaniiser statistics matter. The Sept Mba attorney’s retirement and a request for an invest date and proper ehutyarey are noted. The legislative department of the state and AC hyariiic are mentioned with a complaint filed this afternoon.
The Aberdeen grain palace exhibition opens with a grand display of grain products, machinery, and private displays of diehard attendees. The Chives Marine band, forty strong, performs, while visitors view redecoration and enlarged displays. Delegations travel from multiple states to attend the event and see exhibits from local and national participants.
Fragmented report notes a US stance toward Spain and Cuba with references to a warning from Secretary Olm regarding Spanish actions, while London and American papers discuss potential policy changes. The text mentions diplomatic exchanges and anticipated responses in weeks ahead.
The notice proclaims General Schofield’s retirement effective September 20 1895 with official ceremony at the Executive Mansion Whehbuin and recognition of his long service. It notes promotion to retire from active duty and honors his civil and military contributions including the Civil War era commands and leadership of the department.
An OCR laden page reports on the Episcopal Convention in Minneapolis and advancing church declarations for the national tri baplil convention. The piece also mentions military graduating cadets, Army regiments assignments, and a civic note about the Virgin Guadalupe ceremony in Washington.
A report from the International Association of Fire Engineers convention in Atlanta discusses fatal fire incidents and building design flaws. Delegates plan to address life safety, officer judgment, and building codes with data on recent fatal accidents and risk factors.
The article reports on Phelan, a delegate linked to Clan-Na-Gael, discussing threats and alleged plans linked to the 1885 convention in Chicago. It quotes Phelan calling Rose followers cowards and condemning violence while criticizing the convention’s leadership, alongside warnings about potential attacks and political tensions in New York. It also includes a dental anesthesia aside, quoting a paper on chloroform and nitrous oxide safety, and ends with a verse from Arthur L. Balmain in Good Words.
General Joly M Schofield a highly honored officer of the army is retiring from active service on the eve of his 84th birthday. The article portrays his long, steady rise from a quiet country origin to the highest rank and notes his significant service in the Atlanta campaign and battles across the War. It also mentions his anticipated travel and a planned two year period to write his memoirs while denying political ambitions.
A Newark New Jersey tale recounts Henry Mader visiting a drug counter on Aqueduct Street to listen to a man describe his revival after years of illness. He credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for nerve and headache relief and urges others to follow physician directions and try the same remedy priced at fifty cents per box. The piece blends medical testimonial with assorted notices and notes on plants and periodical life.
Ohio Democrats launch a five week state campaign beginning with a large gathering in Columbus attended by Democrats from across the state. Governor Campbell speaks amid talks of the forthcoming inauguration and a slate of speakers includes John H. Clarke and Lawrence R. Neat among others at royal and social clubs. The event emphasizes tariff concerns and mobilizing support ahead of the campaign’s major features.
Washington residents discover a hidden tap on old water mains delivering sparkling water to a nearby house. The tale links to historic pipe replacements and a long unnoticed supply from a spring, as officials note no one in the family realized the origin of their clean water.
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