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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1894
Page
7
The column blends political commentary from Mitchell and Sioux Falls papers, noting Republican gains in New York and South Dakota appointments, plus editorial takes on tariff debates. It mentions The Arens annual growth, The Forum features, Adelina Patti, and a puff for Johnnie Pease’s career shifts.
The February Romance magazine debuts its fourth year with a Mary E. Wilkins ghost story created for the issue. It promises unique value and marks the start of a planned series showcasing short story types in triads. The issue includes society tales from Norah Perry and others, a valentines tale, and a notable Erckmann-Chatran piece, within a 164 page midwinter Arena edition featuring contributions from Rev. M. J. Savage, Rev. Washington Gladden, D. C., and Heinrich Hensoldt.
A spirited Wednesday boxing match in Jacksonville ended in a two round draw between two well known locals. Weighing 18 and 11 as the heavier fighter held a slight edge, though his foe showed plucky resistance and refused a knockout.
Dispatches from Rio de Janeiro report Brazilian insurgents preparing to attack Santos and Sao Paulo while U S warships exchange only signal shots. Older officers push for replacing Admiral da Gama with a younger commander after his surrender to Rear Admiral Benham. London press hails AP interview clarifying Rio de Janeiro tensions.
Admiral Benham states insurgents on Cobras island fired on a ship under the U S flag near Rio de Janeiro. He describes warnings to Admiral da Gama and orders to clear ships for action. The Amy ventured into the harbor escorted by Detroit while New York Charleston and Newark watched Da Gama’s Aquidaban.
Three highwaymen, Bob Vestal Ed Moore and Martin Wilson attempted to escape from a Billings jail. Moore attacked jailer with a makeshift bludgeon and was shot by Sheriff Stoll during a pursuit. Moore wounded Moore fatally, Vestal and Wilson surrendered to a pursuing posse. Moore believed to be from Texas.
Lionel Greensberg of Chicago identifies Tom alias Kid OBrien and Jack Neville alias Dempsey as suspects in the January 8 pawnbroker robbery at his uncle's shop, with two accomplices still at large. Witnesses, including a frightened boy and girl, also aided in linking OBrien and Neville. OBrien faces additional charges for earlier holdups and bail jumping in Chicago.
Two Marshfield high school pupils in a barn fight over a young woman traded bare knuckle blows for 39 minutes. In the 14th round the referee called a draw as both sides left the ring bruised and bleeding.
Chandos Stanhope, contractor for the Tehuantepec transcontinental railway, reports 1,200 workers with room for 600 more as 14 camps push toward a September opening. The line would mark Mexico’s first transcontinental rail link. Policeman Arado shot dead by fellow officer Bacon after a dance dispute. Bacon arrested. A Madison jury awards $5,000 in a slander suit against Rev. James F. Rowe. Mexico’s 1894 gold and silver production reaches new highs despite silver depreciation. gold output $1,400,000 and silver $48,500,000 for the year.
La Crosse chief Byrne arrived in Chicago to pursue two suspects Ellis and Pernell for a saloon robbery and cashier murder in October. He learned both men were discharged days earlier, a fact the state's attorney did not know until Byrne's arrival. In Antigo, Charles Lartzeler, the county treasurer, surrendered by bondsmen and jailed for a $9000 default. the board settled for $6000.
Mapis Os Wis Feb 1 The supreme court defeated Benjamin Sweet of Milwaukee and John O Connor of Waukesha in a bid to compel public land commissioners to sell 42 000 acres of timber land in Vilas and Iron counties. The land valued at 20 000 dollars. Commission ers say withdrawn from entry while Sweet and O Connor argued no lawful right to withhold lands.
A discovery in Cleveland reveals the original 1819 deed from John Adams to Connecticut, fixing the northern boundary at the Lake Erie center. The Lake Shore Cleveland and Pittsburg railroad may claim lands now in the lake as possibly belonging to the Connecticut Land company heirs.
In Tay The Case, Judge Reyner will hear railroad workers challenging a Monday order by Judge Dandy. If approved the case advances to a higher court. Receivers for the Colorado Midland. Central Trust of New York seeks a federal receiver for the Colorado Midland due to bond interest defaults totaling about 4.8 million.
The two year old son of machinist Edward Marble of Fulton Street developed a swollen abdomen thought to be a liver or stomach issue. On Monday the abdomen burst leaving a large stomach opening visible, exposing stomach interior and ingested food. Doctors say there is no hope for the child.
After a poker game at John A Posley’s near Prairie Hall Miss Maggie Truelock killed her fiancé Dave Landreth. Landreth had just removed cartridges from his revolver, but a live round exploded when Miss Truelock pulled the trigger. The tragedy left Landreth mortally wounded and Truelock likely to face ruinous consequences.
Philadelphia report says at noon Mr George W Childs is fever free but paralysis shows little improvement and his general condition remains unchanged. Postmaster at Shakopee Minnesota appointment noted as Representative Hall's choice.
The 1893 state insanity law is declared unconstitutional prompting Minnesota hospital for the insane trustees to convene. They discuss releasing potentially illegally committed patients, risk of habeas corpus suits, and possible government guidance from Governor Nelson and the attorney general. Insanity remains the core issue.
The vigorous immigration policy announced years ago by Sir John Carlin granting bonuses to Northwest settlers is admitted a failure and will be abandoned on March 1. Prime figures including Van Horne associate and Canadian Pacific Railway executives express disappointment over the policy and cancellations of agency agreements. Dr. Bowen of the New York World testifies before the Senate Hawaiian committee denying U S government representation and accusing Blount of misrepresentation.
Six cities represented at Wisconsin Racing circuit meeting announce spring races with purses totaling 50,000 dollars. Schedule includes Freeport June 12 15 Janesville June 19 22 Milwaukee June 25 29 Oshkosh July 3 6 Fond du Lac July 10 14 and Waukesha July 1 20. Fall meet in Milwaukee Aug 4 17 offers purses for 2 18 pace 1 000 2 19 trot 1 000 and other age group races.
Cracksmen blew open the Planters Bank safe in Ellaville Georgia and carried off seven thousand five hundred dollars, all that was in the safe Perkins denies the statement in court in Coughlin case Dr Charles Perkins testified about a Bell remark at Cronin autopsy and said he had not spoken as claimed Béll resumed cross examination.
J R Van Cleve named superintendent for the Cascade division with Leavenworth HQ, A J McCabe resigns, W W Currie acting superintendent of Montana Central with Great Falls HQ, W E Tew named assistant superintendent of Cascade with Leavenworth quarters. Also reports say Mansfield coal region quiet. Sheriff Richards notes no further deputies needed after 1 p m.
Governor McKinley arrived in Chicago on January 31 to attend the Ohio Society banquet at the Gran Hotel. He declined comments on political questions and urged free traders to act as conditions permit, while an enthusiastic crowd welcomed him at the hotel.
Jal La Crosse Wisconsin January Sir McDonuald's 12 year old son wounded by accidental pistol discharge from pocket. Condition serious. Burned to Death in Hartfaxp Wisconsin January 31 Jol Weaver dies trying to extinguish fire from overturned lamp.
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