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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1890
Page
10
In York on August 4 the Herald reports Speaker Reed faces a sharp inquiry resolution from Cummings on the Kittery Navy Yard dispatches. The measure probes force levels and possible political motives tied to Maine elections. Also noted is Soley directing Ericcson remains to Sweden with formal honors in Baltimore and New York ceremonies.
Northwest lawmakers from Minnesota and South Dakota urged Speaker Reed and Representative Cannon for a set date to take up the Sisseton and Wahpeton agreement bill. They expect passage before adjournment but weary wait continues as no day was promised.
R G Dunn Co notes improved money supply and rising commodity prices amid heavy imports and gold movements. Western crop fears, sturdy iron and footwear sectors, and mixed rail affairs accompany a volatile monetary outlook as New York imports surge and silver demand grows in London.
In San Francisco on August 4 Judge Shafter ruled that the marriage contract with the late Senator Sharon was a forgery. Mrs. Sarah Terry had pursued a retrial against the Sharon estate claiming marriage, but the court found she never wed Sharon and has no claim to the estate.
In Brazil Indiana on August 4 Dad Wheeler was moving hay when his pitchfork struck a sleeping tramp. The tramp screamed and Wheeler fled. Investigators found the tramp had fled. hay beneath him was stained with blood.
Aug 4 Omana Nebraska fire guted the Union Cattle company barn at Gilmore near Omana five acre structure burned with loss estimated at 180000 and insurance 44500. The barn was empty at the time. Superintendent Walker and two employees were burned but injuries not dangerous.
About thirty senators attended the early session as the senate opened at ten, and a resolution by Mr. Davis called on the secretary of war for information on the Sault Ste Marie canal lock accident. He cited losses of up to a million dollars daily and pressed for the second, third locks while the House had not acted on the Senate's earlier bill. The wreck and repairs were noted, with emphasis on expanding river and harbor funding and Mississippi improvements. The presiding officer urged decorum toward the other house, and the session moved to tariff business at 10:45 with discussions on interments and recesses sidelined.
In Washington on August 5 the House debated the deficiency appropriations bill as Mr. Rogers of Arkansas attacked Speaker Reed's rulings, denouncing the speaker’s power as tyranny and alleging an anarchic Congress. Iowa's Mr. Henderson defended Reed, praising him as a towering figure in legislative history.
The quote reflects a view that without appreciation for earnestness courage and patriotism there is no gratitude in the republic for loyalty to its best interests. It presents a critical stance on congressional valuation of virtuous conduct.
The House committee on elections has completed its majority report on the Clayton Breckenridge contested seat and the related murder cases. It claims lack of local effort to bring Claytons murderers to justice, links George Bentley to alleged Pinkerton involvement, and cites nine killings tied to testimony. The report urges new laws to prevent ballot box theft and aims to vacate Breckenridge's seat with a accompanying resolution.
The Herald reports United States minister in Central America Mizner, in Menton Guatemala, avoids details on Guatemala San Salvador clashes and arms seizure on Colima. Silence fuels speculation he lacks dispatches or that Guatemalan authorities block information. Telegram routed via Mexico's Minister Ryan.
Washington August 5 1876 Supervising Inspector General of Steamboats James A Dumont asks Speaker Reed for a special House committee investigation covering his office from 1876 to present This follows a circular by the American Brotherhood of Steamboat Slots alleging political pull and evasion of questions Tracy Will Explain It Washington August 5 The House Rules Committee acts on a resolution to probe need for extra naval yard force at Kittery Maine before and during the September election by reporting a substitute and seeking Secretary Tracy’s explanation Bad Temper Made Him a Murderer Curiaco August 4 Freddy Haack ten shot by Henry Heying nineteen during a dispute at a stable Heying arrested Cloakmakers Striking Again New York August 5 About 3 000 cloakmakers in the city strike against contractors seeking a 25 cent gain per garment Diphtheria Epidemic Kineston August 5 Darmansville area reports over fifty diphtheria cases and several deaths Six family members infected Engilain Gets Montana Mine Denver August 4 An English firm closes purchase of the Kikhorn mine in Jefferson County Montana for 180000
Des Moines Aug 5 Fire wiped out half the business district and forty residences in What Cheer Iowa. Origin at W B Armstrongs meat market suspected incendiary. flames raged past midnight and were controlled by 8 AM. Water shortage and winds hindered crews. Presbyterian church also destroyed. Total losses around 100000 with several prominent citizens among the largest losers.
A five minute hail storm struck Sioux Falls on August 5 causing 10 000 to 15 000 dollars in damage. Glass broke across storefronts while trees and shrubbery were shredded. The worst hit buildings include the Masonic temple, Syndicate block, Van Eps block, Cataract house skylight, and the new courthouse which must repaint and replace about 100 panes. Nearby towns report wind damage and crop injury, with corn unaffected in ears but leaves stripped.
A Des Moines report describes a severe storm across central Webster county Iowa causing unroofed houses and blown coal chutes. At Otho coal chutes and roofs were blown down and trees uprooted while Kalo saw mine chutes leveled and cars blown from tracks. Telegraph lines to Otho are poor, delaying details.
Bipro, Ind Aug 4 A collision on the Monon line north of town between a passenger train and a freight train results in three dead, five fatally injured, and several others seriously hurt. Details are not yet available.
A Minnesota puzzle asks whether all state senators elected in November will serve four years or if odd numbered districts end after two years while even districts end after four. The 1878 provision splits terms. Attorney General Clapp declines to opine until asked by state officers. Other items note two lightning fatalities, a resignation at Great Northern, a Wisconsin labor convention call, a Great Northern extension, wind damage at Spirit Lake, and related local reports.
The Hohenzollern, led by Emperor William and Prince Henry, arrived at Cowes from Ostend. The queen signalled welcome as the royal yacht Alberta approached. The emperor was driven to Osborne House after a formal greeting by the queen, the Prince of Wales, and the Duchess of Edinburgh, while salutes fired and bands played both German and English anthems.
Buffalo residents invited to Auburn to witness Kemmler execution told to report by 7 p m this Tuesday. Rochester reports a rumored second electricity experiment involving a horse before the Kemmler execution. Auburn officials reportedly ordered Superintendent Barnes not to travel.
In Reapine Rock Station Aug 5 a wife prepared poison for rats and accidentally swapped it for brown sugar. She then fed a spoonful to dough at dinner, sickening herself husband and four children. A doctor treated them. Fertig's condition remains alarming. In BeEprorp Ind Aug 5 a Monon collision blamed on schedule changes, with Chicago bound train on new timetable and Louisville bound on old timetable six hours late after a freight wreck.
Oturwa Ont World special reports England notes changes in American sims setup over Behring dispute. Modifications in recent days aim to satisfy British and Canadian authorities and speed a settlement amid the Behring contention.
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