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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1897
Page
2
Fort Meade faces a contested plan to abandon the fort as General Miles weighs the move. Senator Kyle and Secretary Alger discussed keeping the post open, citing local impact and resistance from residents who see strategic value in maintaining Fort Meade.
Report from Lower Truly Indian agency on completion of an artesian well. A fifty six foot section of 14 inch pipe stuck in the hole, resisting removal as the flow surged. A large pipe segment later ejected near the surface, breaking inside the adjacent 12 inch casing due to pressure. The well_now reaches a remarkable flow, potentially equal to a six inch artesian well worldwide.
In Huron on October 20 Rev M 1h Willits an evangelist from Aanta Gay will begin a series of gospel meetings with Prof Alexander in charge of music. Also noted are funeral services for Frederick Mein held Sunday at his residence in Poor Creek township and a large attendance. Mizpah chapter No order eastern stay celebrated its fourth anniversary with members present. dancing and cards marked the evening. Local stock yards activity grows as Chicago and Northwestern shipments surge, marking Weynon as a leading stock shipping point. Brown secures a downtown Yankton hotel lease starting November 1, boosting travel demand. A woman suffrage county convention is planned for Wednesday and Thursday with speakers including Harriet Henretta, Carrie Chapman Catt and Mary G. Hay. Government work on the Missouri River opposite the city advances to prep for winter with ramping workforce and rip rap under way, aiming for spring completion.
The Smith Dakota Conference announced a wide slate of appointive elder positions across districts including Aberdeen, Sioux Falls, Watertown, and New Mexico. Notable named leaders include Mitchell, Des Moines, and Mitchell, with numerous supplied elders and district presiding officers listed for roles in Aberdeen, Huron, and Vermillion.
Marmists fear famine as hundreds of men and women head toward Dawson in a harsh Yukon winter. Provisions stockpiled at caches near Dawson and at Burnsian missions total thousands of tons, with survival tactics and starvation fears dominating talks of the voyage. Constantinople talks toward a Greece Turkey peace treaty open with plenipotentiaries meeting this morning.
In Sioux Falls on October 20 the Catholic school there nears reopening as the church converts its old building for public schools. A sale of the Deadwood property to a sister community will fund a hospital and sanitarium conversion, while the Sioux Falls building reverts to its former use. Meanwhile in Lead, ten tons of trout minnows arrive from Washington to stock snows and streams, aiding sport and meat supply in the Hills.
The Cuban business community, including leaders in Havana and Matanzas, argues Spain cannot settle the war with autonomy alone and predicts annexation to the United States. A majority is expected to support joining the US, with key figures traveling to Madrid and reporting on the situation.
An article recounts a deputy sheriff attacked by Russian workers at a Campbell county farm. The deputy allegedly overpowered, intoxicated, and his wife and others were involved in the altercation, with onlookers noting the incident and ongoing inquiries.
A garbled early 20th century report details a murder accusation against Dick Plilk and the hunt for Henry Horder near Deadwood Wyoming. It describes a planned murder by Dink Flick and a Counter fieds Aye, with a broader focus on railroad expansion from Dakot, Winie Reno, and Missouri River corridors. The piece links capitalists and local promoters to a rush on rail projects, including a unified aim to develop the new line toward Dearwood and opening machine shops, seeking capital and public support for rapid construction across the plains.
Harrisburg officials press for state action to compel Milwaukee road to maintain an agent at Harrisburg. Rail commission heard testimony from eleven witnesses, with freight losses claimed at 200–300 cars yearly and only about 60 cars received locally. Also notes asylum concerns and a new 1182 foot wall at the penitentiary built by convicts, at a cost below $12,000.
Autreet commissioner in St Louis to appoint ten women inspectors for streets and alleys. The move aims to keep streets cleaner with more oversight. Also reports from Washington and Pine Ridge note Indian reservations restricting paths for cattle to Nebraska, with Senator Allen seeking permission for a cross-reservation drive.
The report notes excitement over a proposed Indian emigration to Mexico next spring. A Cherokee and Choctaw delegation already exists in Mexico, with plans by a buried association secretary A E Ivey stating a large move is imminent. Indians fear loss of homeland if treaty pledges fail, seeking protection under a more reliable government.
A Cuban expedition, led by Tom Witherston, landed near York Harbor with many arms and munition, repelling a Spanish pursuit. The squadron, anchored at Hell Gate, faced warnings as captain Chandler held the battery with a full crew. The affair, though chaotic, ended in Cuban success despite scattered reports of dynamite and a large number of wounded.
A news clipping reports a violent incident in a western Nebraska county where a marshal and others were killed or injured. It mentions a man named Shaw and a suspect tied to outlaws, with authorities investigating in the community near Cliffiany and Vie Hacke Tark engine area.
In Soghoaw Michigan the Rev. D. O. Taylor was found guilty on charges tied to a defiant financial scheme. The jury returned a verdict totaling approximately $6000 in damages or restitution.
A fragmented market note lists names, prices, and futures data across regions including Manitoba, Chicago, and the UK. Entries cite market receipts, quotations for cattle, hogs, lambs, and grain, with figures like 5,600, 4.0, and 10.40, plus references to market weak to lower trends and specific commodity quotes.
George M Pullman founder of the Pullman Palace Car Company died after a sudden illness at his home on the morning of a date not specified. He had recently overseen expansive projects including the Pullman town near Chicago and the museum at Jackson Park. The article notes his extensive business reach from Chicago to Los Angeles and his influence on railway passenger services.
Chicago trading reflected a sharp stock decline as dealers assessed Dimond Match and New York holdings amid unrest. The Hillman company faced cautious sentiment with a notable one percent fall in initial quotes and further losses on Wall Street, signaling wider unsettled market mood.
In New Orleans a heated debate rages over a costly house to house quarantine bid. Industry leaders and public officials clash as health authorities push for continued state restrictions while opponents warn of wasted funds and potential outcomes. The Louisiana board of health maintains the quarantine at the popular village amid rising concerns.
The Spring Valley Coat Company presents a new wage proposal as talks continue with workers. Leaders planned more meetings to seek terms, while rival plants in Toledo and Milwaukee reported firmer pricing and delayed production decisions.
In a controversial address at a philanthropy conference near Lansing, Rev. Willian Denman of Tattle Creek criticizes organized Christianity for being debt-laden and ineffectual despite active charitable work. He argues social fever and temperance efforts show mixed results, condemning political misuse of moral movements. conference president Rev. S. Smith and others respond with heated defending words.
Belgrade reports the Servian cabinet resigning as King Milan abdicates. Officials, including a secretary and likely royal advisors, leave with the king after a tense day as Belgrade awaited the shift. The premier had signaled resignation and stated the king could remain.
Stockholders demand a receiver for American Growery Company at Jersey City after years of losses, debt of 250000 with 70060 paid. changes in 1894 and 1895 harmed operations, aiding a move to seek court intervention.
Jurors in the Luergert murder trial faced long hours as they debated a verdict amid conflicting testimony and strong attorney confidence on both sides. A district judge and jurors were described as divided, with a verdict not expected before dawn, and a late report indicated a possible deadlock could persist into the morning.
Washington report lists numerous new postmasters and clerks across Iowa Nebraska and nearby states including Allamakee Monroe and Polk counties. Named applicants include G H Currier James Duggan and Jennie Mo Wilver with removals noted and dates cited as yesterday’s action in the official telegraphic summary.
An unclear dispatch reports a vessel named Dauntless departing Tybee bound south, amid vague references to filibustering and a planned expedition. The message suggests a cargo of munition aimed at Cuban insurgents and notes possible further maneuvers or return.
Surgeon General Bates of the navy, the president's family physician, died in Washington this morning from renal trouble. He had been appointed surgeon general two weeks earlier and, due to illness, took the oath in bed.
An Aberdeen man named Knowles of Minneapolis employed near Mansfield was injured by accidental gunfire while hunting. He sustained a slash wound near his ear and may recover. John Bardy of McPherson County died from lightning burns. Pastor Trev. D. Mallory will move to Grand Avenue Church in Detroit.
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