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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1890
Page
6
Reports to HITCHELL SOUTH DAKOTA describe a fundraising trip yielding 60,000 dollars for seed purchases and a governor’s support for encampment funding. Separately a dig near Minneapolis uncovered a six foot long monster tusk and large bones, with teeth and thigh bones exposed.
The Mississippi region faces rising flood danger with levee breaches feared near Helena and Skipweth. Residents flee as waters threaten to overtop levees, cattle are driven from accreting lands, and roads impede food delivery. Officials report crests near 27 inches and warn of further deterioration, while May Hayes and nearby communities brace for continued inundation.
Most Rev Michael Hess former archbishop of Milwaukee died in La Crosse Wisconsin at age 72. He was conscious to the end and the funeral rites will move to Milwaukee by special train where services will be held at St Joseph Cathedral. The body will lie in state and be buried beside Dr Salsman at St Frances cemetery after services in Milwaukee. Priests from area gather for the obsequies.
The article reports an uncertain state deficit tied to Treasurer Archer with many believing the shortage is small. Close associates say offers to cover it were rejected as Archer claims he can settle privately. A theory suggests he pledged state securities during a temptation, but no confirmed amount exists.
A cryptic account describes a robbery in New York with a driver and a confrontation at a Seventh Avenue crossstreet. The victim faced physical restraint and a demand for belongings as a suspect departed toward a dark top floor address while police investigate.
Fragmentary text depicts a market panic over wheat prices, threats to global trade, and looming economic collapse. Mentions the Chicago Board of Trade, price gaps, and potential harm to farmers, with references to ships and authorities considering legal avenues.
CG A Pillsbury, the leading wheat operator of the northwest, recently returned from the east and asserts that Chicago talks of future wheat delivery exceed world production, blaming the price slump on this sentiment.
Jerome Baker aged 60 was found dead at his Homer New York home with throat cut from ear to ear. His son Charles Baker was arrested on suspicion of the murder. The report also notes discussion of subsidy measures for American merchant marine.
A missing man linked to Alderson Sons and a Toronto business is believed alive in Hamilton after receiving three letters from his family abroad. His parents are deceased and two letters dated Hamilton, Ont, offer no further clues as to his whereabouts or safety.
A sensational mix reports a fired servant allegedly confessing to kerosene arson at the Tracy residence while a child’s safety is noted and a hospital recovery seems possible. Separately, Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro garrison action clashes with government orders, and a Nas Nas. stockman faces a $2400 shortage arrest. International notes include Samoa trade plans and Tibet Britain ties amid economic and shipping talk.
Dispatches from the plains report a southeast to northwest wind that leveled farms in Lincoln Sedgwick Thiru and Kingman counties. Losses exceed a quarter of a million dollars with livestock and grain destroyed. some areas cover twenty square miles. Residents begin rebuilding as authorities assess wider impact in Phillips and nearby counties.
An article notes soda ash shortages from Liverpool raising U S glass costs by about 100 percent. Manufacturers report limited orders and rising prices as supply drops and production slows. Labor disruptions and factory idle days threaten further cuts.
Professor Richard Owen of Indiana died after drinking embalming fluid mistaken for mineral water. The tragedy involved A H Fretacoet, a merchant, who reportedly took a similar drink. Owen, son of philanthropist Robert Owen, had a renowned career as geologist, author, and professor at Bloomington.
The annual Oxford and Cambridge boat race on the Thames drew an enormous crowd as choppy waters and gusty wind favored Oxford. Oxford won the toss and choice of Surrey side, finishing ahead of Cambridge in a two furlongs course with a time of 22 minutes and 6 seconds.
Reports from the west describe a heated discussion over a bill related to woman suffrage and state constitutions. Analysts note Democratic opposition and Republican interest, with claims that many votes attributed to women may have influenced the outcome. broader issues include statehood and territorial rights. Nearby items cover a sheriff fired in New York, wrecks in Pennsylvania, and financial and political developments across several states.
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