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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1905
Page
3
A historical agricultural column discusses the Black Ben Davis apple as a potential improved variety with red skin and good keeping qualities. It blends notes on orchard planting, soil testing, and a reminder to preserve woodlots while advising farmers on horse care, poultry ventilation, ewe care, grooming cows, sulfur fumigation for poultry houses, and practical winter farming equipment.
The House debate centers on railroad rate control with Mr Burgess of Texas arguing to back Roosevelt’s policy while challenging railroad practices. A nervous convulsion interrupts Maryland’s Mr Pierre, later recovering, as Democrats pledge support for Roosevelt’s approach to regulate railroads.
Washington January 24 The minority caucus in the House endorses a Davey Louisiana bill extending authority to the Interstate Commerce Commission to fix unreasonable rail rates. The Williams resolution, guiding debate, was adopted after speeches by multiple members and lengthy caucus hours.
Washington January 26 The house managers appearing at the main door halt all business as chairman Palmer reads articles of impeachment against Judge Swayne. The sergeant at arms imposes silence and at 2 o clock Chief Justice Fuller will swear in the senators as a trial court.
Tokio reports Admiral Samamur to rejoin his fleet as the Russian Vladivostok squadron, believed repaired, may appear soon. Japan claims twenty-three blockade runners captured this year, with seventeen Japanese sacrifices in the Port Arthur blockade. Russians sank nine transports. 300 officers and 17 prisoners of war have arrived in Japan, most sent to Tengachaya and Hamatera.
New York January 24 Mrs Alice Webb Duke wife of Brodie N Duke was arrested at her Broad Street office on requisition papers issued by Texas authorities in a case tied to the tobacco wealth.
E Geneau master of arms of the United States gunboat Wheeling was found guilty of manslaughter in the death of Useless Harris, a negro prize fighter, last June. The jury added a recommendation of leniency.
The Great Northern Steamship Company's liner Minnesota departed Seattle on its maiden voyage to Manila and oriental ports carrying 26 000 tons of freight and 141 passengers.
W T Stafford of Sioux City reports on an Indian mound near Broken Kettle creek Plymouth county twelve miles NW of Sioux City. He describes village siting defenses pottery tools bone needles hooks and weapons, burial practices and a rich array of clay pots with decorations revealing domestic life of a thrifty community long vanished.
The Philadelphia Ledger explains that real Murano glass thrives near Venice on the island town of Murano where artisans preserve ancient techniques. After mid 19th century revival by Antonio Salviati, Murano glass regained prominence as each craftsman creates distinct, celebrated designs.
London notes that Japanese naval prowess hinges on personnel, leadership, and readiness rather than ships alone. Science aids weapons and armor, yet officers and men determine warfare outcomes. Fanatical patriotism and readiness consistently fuel Japan's fighting edge.
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