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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1898
Page
7
The article reports Secretary Day may be selected as a peace commissioner and plans to resign as secretary of state after hostilities end. He intends to return to private law practice in Canton once his commission duties conclude. The retirement from public life was anticipated by close friends.
The Spanish government’s reply to U S peace terms was delivered to the French ambassador M Cambon in multiple dispatches late this afternoon. Officials indicate Spain accepted the terms generally but left several points open for further negotiation. Public release of the contents was anticipated after further review.
After three weeks of productive sessions in Colorado Springs Colorado officials note the Indian Teachers institute has chosen the city as the likely site for a permanent Indian institute following a series of successful meetings and discussions.
The steamship Wanderer sailed from Key West in July with 113 U S cavalry and about 2000 rifles and cartridges. It effected armament landings at three Cuban locations Bahia Honda Manato River and Puerto Padre without firing a shot. Cubans were landed alongside insurgent forces to join fighting efforts.
The body of a young woman in fine underwear was recovered from Milwaukee's government breakwater. It showed heavy decomposition and a blood stained silk garment. A twenty pound weight was attached via a improvised chain. post mortem offered no clear conclusion. Police seek identification of hand made lace undergarments.
In South River near New Brunswick New Jersey on Sunday a blind man Charles Yohansen 483 years old and his wife Christia were found dead. Police believe Christia killed her husband then shot herself at the Hoffman house on Main street where the couple ran a small hotel. The couple reportedly argued over money prior to the tragedy. Nansen’s Fram seen. the Fram conveyed a private English scientific expedition under Lt Johansen and a strong westerly wind reported from latitude 62 16 north longitude 50 26 west. Cervera and his son Nieut remain prisoners of war visiting Fort Monroe Norfolk and Newport News with plans to extend to New York pending medical treatment.
Green and Braman's sawmill at Bay City Michigan was totally destroyed by a fire Saturday night. The plant sits on Stone Island outside the city with a loss estimated at 45000 dollars, of which 25000 dollars is insured. The fire's origin remains unknown.
Samuel Williams of Boston and Thomas Sampson of Winslow own mills at North Vassalboro Maine that have shut down for an unknown period due to poor markets About 600 workers lose their jobs.
Madrid dispatch reports the queen regent approved Spain’s general reply to America’s peace terms. The government expects the United States to accept, with hostilities to be suspended once the reply reaches the White House by Tuesday. Duke Almodovar de Rio and Mons. Merry del Val named to represent Spain in negotiations.
Harry Elkes and Tom Linton set multiple marks in a 25 mile paced race on Willow Grove track New York. Linton held world pace from miles nine to thirteen while Elkes led from mile fourteen to twenty five and both broke records with Elkes setting an hour pace of 84 miles and 1223 yards edging Taylore’s 83 miles 99 yards. Edouard Taylore earlier set a one mile paced record in 1:32 3-5, surpassing McDuffie’s 1:35.
A man calling himself Jack Wilson was arrested in St Louis for swindling a woman with the short change trick and then fleeing in a buggy with a revolver. Police believe he is Pat Crowe, the Denver felon wanted for murder and jewelry burglary. Crowe has a prior three year term for train robbery and is also sought in Omaha for burglary. Officer A. J. Moon was shot during pursuit.
The Turkish porte refused compensation to the United States for American losses during Armenian massacres, repeating denial of responsibility. In Angell’s farewell audience, the sultan commended US naval prowess in Cuba and ordered Turkish purchase of similar artillery.
The steamer Andes reports sighting the wreck of the Gussie on the Colorado banks off Cuba’s west coast after she left Key West July 28 for Santiago. Brooke’s advance guard entered Guayamo Porto Rico August 6 after a sharp skirmish with casualties on both sides. George W Savage of Red Lodge Montana shot and killed D J Nelson alleged seducer of his wife and surrendered. Train robbers Samsmith and Tom Winn captured near Novata Oklahoma Territory. Messina Sicily shaken by a severe earthquake with panic but no damage. Edward Gallagher and Frank Fiieberg drown after their boat capsized near Quincy Illinois.
A Hong Kong dispatch claims Aguinaldo, Philippine insurgent leader, asks United States Consul Wildman to declare America’s policy on annexation, protection, or independence. He states he can take Manila but wants clear terms and insists his people's interests are sacred. Aguinaldo ends by urging friendlier ties.
Aguinaldo, commander of Philippine insurgents, asks Merritt for permission to march troops through Manila as the city falls. Merritt may consent. Aguinaldo grows friendlier to Americans and proposes Philippine regiments with American officers. American troops occupy Malate trenches. Astor battery and a third infantry battalion push the front. Guns lie within 1,000 yards of Spanish lines.
The Cambridge arrived at Halifax with news of extreme distress along the Newfoundland and Labrador coast where 1600 people need immediate aid as provisioning spreads. Dr Morris aided the sick while large supplies were distributed and fisheries failings threaten further hardship.
A fire in Hamburg originated from spontaneous combustion in cotton, destroying over 1,000,000 marks in merchandise. The text lists varied commodity prices across multiple markets including Chicago, Indianapolis, St Louis, Cincinnati, Detroit, Toledo, Milwaukee, Buffalo and New York for cattle hogs sheep wheat corn oats rye butter eggs potatoes and more, reflecting broad market impact.
Mrs Elizabeth Kirk aged 61 of Springfield South Dakota arrived in Parkersburg West Virginia to visit I Maier. A hired guide led her to a remote spot robbed her of 85 dollars and valuables and left her unconscious. She is in a critical condition. Police have no suspect matching the description.
A petition to Gov. Lee seeks mercy for Robert Hicks who was sentenced to life in May 1894 for the Smithville murder. Hicks, his uncle Jay Hicks, and William Walker attacked bachelor Jom Myers after dining, a fire and kerosene torture followed, Jay Hicks was hanged in September 1894 and Walker got ten years. Exoneration noted for Capt. Sessions as a Sioux Falls report unfolds. Albert Anderson returns from San Francisco with much company support.
The state board of equalization completed its assessment of corporate property. Railroads show a total increase of 194120 dollars, about 2 percent on average. Milwaukee and Northwestern gain roughly 100 dollars per mile. Dubuque and Sioux City about 200 dollars per mile. Great Northern, Omaha, Burlington and Missouri River, and Cedar Rapids and Northern remain unchanged from last year.
Members of the executive committees of the Democrats Populists and free silver Republicans met in Sioux Falls. Most fusion ticket nominees attended and projected optimism while warning that an active campaign is needed to beat the confident Republicans.
Coroner's jury finds the death of a man in a car in Watertown was caused by a bullet fired by parties unknown. Evidence suggests the victim may be named Ralph but this is doubtful. Sheriff Neill has arrested Henry Walker and P. F. Gallagher on circumstantial evidence he deems strong.
The Holy Terror Company of Keystone reports a total dividend of 108000 dollars since last September, while investing in a $2000 stamp mill and other machinery and carrying out significant mining work. A percent dividend has just been paid.
Secretary Bliss approves patent to the state for three land lists. The Huron district list contains 8 949 acres for the school of mines. The Pierre district list covers 2 058 acres for educational and charitable institutions. The Aberdeen district list totals 1 121 acres for an agricultural college.
Henry Messenger a farmer near Sioux Falls was thrown from a lumber wagon when an iron reaper fell on him. He was pinned to the ground, sustaining a spinal injury. Doctors expect recovery but say he cannot work for some time.
Letter from Lieut McArthur describes trench fighting before Santiago and the assault on outer defenses with vivid detail. Parents in Aberdeen received the missive written from the trenches. Mrs James McDowell, wife of Hon James McDowell, dies at Highmore home last week.
Walter Riblet writes from Seattle to his Aberdeen folks that he has returned from the Klondike trip safe and in good health. He is satisfied with the experience and does not want to go again, calling it a place best kept away from.
Prof. ELM Stevens, a graduate of Yule University Vermillion and recently of Yale University, has been appointed principal of Rapid City High School. The appointment marks a return to South Dakota education leadership.
A federal land summary notes vast lands in South Dakota and adjacent districts are now open for entry by qualified settlers. The report lists total government land and specific district figures including large tracts in Pierre and Fort Meade areas and substantial unsurveyed or reserved lands awaiting homesteading opportunities.
Farwell and others, farmers, sue the Sturgis Water Company seeking to estop changes to a stream and avoid a dam or water that would cross their land. The case has generated state wide interest, has been before courts two years, and was remanded by the supreme court for a new trial. A loss could threaten the water company’s viability.
The state board of assessment and equalization began work at Pierre on August 2. Telephone company assessments rose by at least one third due to expanded lines, increasing Commonwealth revenue. The United States Express Company assessment grew from 27010 to 36000 and the American from 21000 to 89000. Weston Union Telegraph lines increased from 51 to 80 dollars per mile, totaling a 22000 rise.
Lane County commissioners seek voter approval this fall to fund an 11000 addition to the unfinished court house. The project would complete planned space for court sessions and end paying rent of eight dollars per day for housing court proceedings.
Elmer L Phant of Company M marries Lizzie Gardner of San Francisco after meeting weeks earlier. The ceremony occurred before Phant sailed on the Rio Janeiro to the Philippines. Lizzie is described as the daughter of prominent San Francisco residents.
A Mound City man, H. J. Krueger, owns two black pratiny wolves, shy yet playful, now over a year old, and plans crossbreeding with a Scotel collie. A child died when a wagon wheel crushed it after a farm ride near Arlington. Professors Magoun and Redfield College changes noted. State revenue stamps not required on teachers certificates. Soldier George Stillwagon of Company K dies in San Francisco. Zimmermann hardware store burglary near Wentworth. suspects arrested and goods recovered. Chamberlain School gains new superintendent W A Jones appoints George to oversee instructional matters.
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