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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1900
Page
2
A sprawling clipping surveys diverse notes from literature, travel, science, and society. It mentions a New York housing trend, a Connecticut lawyer character in Harriet Beecher Stowe's work, a shell advertising stunt on England’s south coast, Abraham Marks in fiction, and random tidbits on hospitals, bishops, grapes, and urban banking experiments.
The piece rails against Boer resistance and calls for strong, punitive measures against captured fighters. It notes editorial support for vigorous government action and cites railway disruptions and delays linked to military operations. References to Lord Roberts and Lord Haverty reflect ongoing imperial concerns.
Senator Hanna and Frye travel South Dakota itinerary approved by Republican central committee and national committeemen in Chicago. Route includes Chicago and Northwestern and Milwaukee Road lines with multiple stops from Watertown to Sioux Falls, detailing arrival times and evening meetings in October.
Miss Amanda Pairman was found dead in her hotel room in Thiliipaburg Montana on October 17 under mysterious circumstances. Officials say the body showed abdominal injuries and a shotgun lay on the table. no one is reported seen entering the room, and the death is being treated as under investigation with accidental or self-inflicted scenarios discounted.
Ferrill was placed on trial in Margaville on the charge of murdering Exprene Moxwenger Charlesine dn Auguye jam. He made a written confession of the crime. The defense argues mental unfitness and an attempted insanity defense to prove degenerate condition.
A fragmented despatch reports France and Germany debating proposals on import restrictions. Germany has not yet replied while Emperor Wilhelm and allied nations consider terms. Japan suggests easing the ban while maintaining a prohibition on certain goods.
Dubuque reports rising Mississippi levels after a freshet. Irrigation and flood control measures are discussed as crews monitor water height, with warnings issued for low-lying areas and potential impacts on transport and local commerce.
The general conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church of South Dakota adjourned after listing pastoral appointments for the coming year across districts including Sioux Falls, Mitchell, and Parkston. A subsequent note mentions censure of a local hotel for denying Rev. M. O. Mason entry to the dining room, sparking public and political reaction.
New York Herald reports William Schreiber, the Floreska thief linked to the Elmora bank theft, was captured near Summit by Detective Kelly and the Summit police. The bank loss rose to 100,718 dollars after a stash found in an Elizabethport envelope was found opened. Mrs Hart, tied to the case, contests the removal of her belongings as her property. Jurisdiction is argued under penal code section 2540, while charges will proceed under section 29.
Chicago figure Joseph Leiter, heir to wealth, defeated rival Pau Sheedy of New York in an extended poker game. Over eight hours the leader built a $15,000 edge by midnight and finished about $25,000 ahead after a furious finale with Bluffs and big bets.
Washington notes detail currency control and bank approvals involving major financial houses and regional banks, plus a November 1 rural mail delivery start in Dawson county Nevada. It lists appointed postal carriers, pension actions in Iowa Nebraska and South Dakota, and staff changes in agriculture and post office offices with several named individuals.
An official notice from Ramburg dated October 15 reports Empress Frevenigk has suffered months of bilious pain and exhaustion with heart weakness and irregularities. The document notes increasing temperature and weak pulse, but no imminent danger is claimed.
Roosevelt visited Louisville with a rousing welcome at the depot in front of the courthouse. Governor Breckinridge introduced him to a crowd that filled the area as ex Congressman W C P Breckinridge spoke and the reception continued with applause and East.
Georgetown Kentucky October 1 The Youtsey trial resumed amid sensational testimony from Arthur Goebel brother of the murdered Goebel. Goebel recounted visits to the jail and the conversation with Youtsey about Dick Combs Howard Powers and Governor Taylor. Youtsey claimed he handed cartridges and named the three men involved, while denying certain details and implicating others as the case unfolds.
The McClellan estate case ends with a verdict for the Vine claimants led by Mary Vine of Grand Rapids and others from Chicago Northwest Territory. Over 200 witnesses were called and the court appointed William Van Eps administrator. an appeal to the state supreme court is possible. The dead man’s estate stood at $15,000 with contention over heirs, including Ireland and Arkansas links, sparking a lengthy probate battle.
A draft plan for a new Canton hospital, three stories high with stone and brick construction, fireproof partitions, and modern lighting and heating, is described along with its estimated building cost of 453,000 dollars. The project promises the city of Canton a premier institution, and public enthusiasm grows despite earlier governmental rejections.
The Carnegie company plans a new steamship route from Pinsburg to Liverpost via the lakes and St Lawrence canal linking to Montreal and Liverpool. The project aims to undercut world rates by rail and water, despite uncertain timing and potential delays.
A 1900 era summary notes Conservative gains and internal tensions after an election. It highlights the defeat of Horace Plunkett in Dublin and Caithness contest, the Liberal setbacks, and the impact on Ireland and British unity. It covers postwar political maneuvering and commentary by Sir Charles Dilke on Liberal prospects, plus brief mentions of pork market notes and arbitration discussions.
A New York courier reports that Rian wpen mumnee aims to purchase five vessels fully equipped for Arctic service. The plan centers on an expedition to the North Pole in 1901 led by Evelyn Baldwin, modeled after Peary and Wellman teams. One ship to remain in the Arctic, others to return for supplies.
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