Rich Wichita Mountains gold and silver strike reported
The Weekly Capital reports from the Wichita Mountains about a rising rush of miners and a predicted California level of gold finds. Prof Andrews, a veteran prospector, says discoveries may rival 1849 California developments within a year, with many arrests and military moves on the border to prevent digging.
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Wichita Moon
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Whips Mountains
Iors
United States
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Here
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Utah Has a Volcano Near Salt Lake City
A genuine volcano-like phenomenon has erupted in a Salt Lake arm near Promontory station on the Central Pacific Railway. It began as a small rise of water, then grew to great height, with boiling water and spray rising hundreds of feet, visible for long distances. Local reports link it to recent regional earthquakes and underground fire vents venting their force.
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Salt Lake
Utah
Alt Lake
Boston Wool Corner and Wool Trade Rumors
London observers mock the Boston wool corner theory while Boston brokers plan large purchases and possible profits. In separate news, a bullet removal success in Terena details how McParlane survived a suicide attempt after a rifle wound, with X rays pinpointing the bullet and doctors guiding the operation.
Mystery resolves on Sussell Montgomery in Cuba
In Pournano Oregon the disappearance of Sussell Montgomery son of Mr and Mrs J B Montgomery from Annapolis rivals academy on May 4 is solved. Montgomery serves as a lieutenant in a dynamite battery fighting for the Cuban cause. A letter from a dynamite battery participant confirms Montgomery’s continued heroism, though details are withheld for discretion.
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Ore
Sussell Montgomery
J. B. Montgomery
Annapolis
Montgomery
Narrow Escape On Twelfth Street Bridge Train
Passengers on a trolley car escaped injury when the car, rounding a curve while the bridge was partly swung and being oiled, plunged toward the river. A butcher wagon and horse went over. the horse drowned. The motorman and conductor fled unhurt. The crew could not see the bridge condition until the turn was nearly finished.
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Twelfth Street
Chicago
Fifth Avenue
Avraven
Hope for Kneebs Amends as Amnesties Watchful Eye
In Germany the fate of Nellie Kneebs alias Bethel, seized after Bob Kneebs the American was convicted of ringing, hangs on an auction sale protest by Kneebs’ son in law claiming ownership. Kneebs, jailed at Ploetenzee, awaits a possible amnesty tied to Emperor William I’s centennial on March 22.
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Bethel
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Anti-Scalper Bill Passes in House After 5 Hour Battle
The national House approved the anti-railroad ticket scalping bill by 142 to 51 after a five hour session. It targets interstate transportation carriers, requires authorized ticket agents with certificates, plus penalties for unqualified sellers. The measure mandates ticket redemption and punishes forgery with up to two years in prison. it now goes to the Senate.
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National House of Representatives
Interstate Commerce Transportation
Interstate Commerce Act
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Greece Told to Withdraw From Crete Within Three Days
A St Petersburg dispatch reports Russia urging Greece to pull all troops and the fleet from Crete within three days. Greece stands firm, saying it will not retreat from Crete. Reports cite 20,000 Greek troops at La Risa and warn that hostilities could begin on the frontier if Crete is not annexed. Also noted: Strawboard Trust cuts in Indiana. and a record opium seizure at San Francisco port valued at $400,000 by treasury agents for customs rule violations.
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Prohibit Cigarettes for Minors Ordinance Approved
The Kansas City council passed an ordinance banning cigarette and cigarette paper sales to minors with strong penalties for violations. The measure awaits mayoral approval. A glance at other city notes mentions a Knoxville labor clash over railway tracks and a fatal shooting near a labor dispute, plus a fire in Casey Illinois causing substantial damage.
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Weyler Resigns as Sanguilly Case Triggers Departure
A Havana dispatch says Capt. Gen. Weyler has submitted resignation to Madrid and plans to depart Cuba within about three weeks after anger over being sidelined in negotiations for the Sanguilly prisoner. Rumors point to Ramon Blanco as possible successor to Weyler on release of Sanguilly.
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New York Herald
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Ramon Blanco V. Arenas
Pena Plata
Two Thousand Civil Service Posts Remain Outside Front Office Hopes
The piece notes heavy pressure for government appointments under McKinley, with many letters to senators and representatives. It recalls President Cleveland’s civil service expansion and claims few, if any, jobs remain outside civil service rules for the incoming administration. Congress members struggle to persuade applicants that civil service is binding rather than a joke.
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McKinley
United States
Cleveland
Women See the Mill and New York Fair Provisions
reports from Carson quote Dan Stuart announcing admission of ladies under escort to the amphitheater with a guarded, quiet section. security will be strong to prevent molestation and rowdyism, ensuring comfort akin to playhouse patrons. plus brief notes on Klondyke discoveries, Buffalo grain elevator plans, Yale crew accident, and Germany bank statement trends.
Ten Killed at a Dance in Vieronta Mexico
A Yancol dispatch reports a dance turned deadly with ten killed and fifteen wounded. About fifty youths were dancing and drinking when one man insulted a woman precipitating the incident. All were reportedly intoxicated.
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Consul General Renled Faces Savage Palace Attack
A dispatch from Tlayvanu reports Marquis de Palmerola verbally assaulted Gen. Lee in the palace Wednesday night in front of several correspondents. The exchange arose after censor refused a dispatch about Scott’s arrest and defiance of the law.
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Schinneer Wins The Race At Great Six Day Contest
Schinneer wins the six day bicycle race in Chicago as 20 000 spectators pack Tattersall's building. Final scores list Miles Laps Miller Ashinger Lawson Hansen in a dramatic finish with riders showing saddle soreness and Lawson severely injured from riding, unable to walk for days.
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Mexican Mine Disaster at Sombrerete
A catastrophic fire at the Sombrerete mine in Zacatecas, Mexico, traps 157 miners. Efforts to rescue them continue with steam ventilators and torrents of water. only two bodies recovered. Superintendent Kayster narrowly escaped while aiding rescuers as the city mourns and families gather at the mine mouths.
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Zacatecas
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Kayster
Pingree Victory Tosses Out Ownership Suit
Detroit circuit court ruled D. W. Moreland lacked standing to oust Mayor Pingree over governor succession. case to be appealed. Also reports boiler blast at Cushman mills in New Bedford with two dead, several injured, and a Moscow dispatch noting nineteen killed in a passenger fall. Stock and grain quotes follow for major cities including Chicago, Indianapolis, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Detroit, Toledo, Milwaukee, Buffalo, and New York with varied prices for cattle hogs sheep wheat corn oats rye butter eggs and potatoes.
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State Revenue Laws Void After 1891 Passage
A long standing South Dakota revenue act is declared void for unconstitutional enactment by viva voce vote rather than recorded roll call. The ruling jeopardizes taxes from railroad firms and follows a year ago suit against the Western Union Telegraph Company to recover back taxes. Judge Sanborn advised the attorney general that the law was unconstitutional due to lack of formal recorded vote.
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Sanborn
Minnesota
Crawford
South Dakota
State Dairy Association Plans De Smet Meet in March
The State Dairy Association led by secretary W F T Bushnell of Aberdeen will convene in De Smet on March 9 10 and 11. The program features talks by eminent creamery managers and professors including Prof T L Haecker of the Minnesota Agricultural College and Charles H Loucks of Trent with discussions on feeding milk warming and dairy economics.
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TH. H. Sheets
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E. O. Parker
Highmore
T. L. Haecker
Minnesota Agricultural College
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DeSmet
Charles H. Loucks
Trent
J. F.B. Masters
Madison Chautauqua in June July to lead era assembly
Madison hosts a robust Chautauqua in June and July promising a top history. Rev C E Hager of Vermillion heads the assembly with T K quartet Omaha and Sappho quartet Minneapolis. Notable speakers include Dr Palmore Leon Baron Lake Dr W S Davidson and Sam Jones with Archbishop Ireland possible. New features include a college day and three athletics days.
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California
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Thawing powder accident injures man at Rapid Cry
While digging a well at Rapid Cry Eastman placed several sticks of giant powder in an oven to thaw. The thawing succeeded but Eastman was badly injured and may lose his sight. Neighbor Gilbert Getchell was struck by stove debris, cutting off part of two fingers, yet expected to recover. The house was wrecked. three suspicious men on the Madison road carried sacks with shoes and mittens. They were jailed awaiting identification.
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Fire destroys Milwaukee depot at Groton Brown County
A blaze at Groton Brown County destroyed the Milwaukee company's depot. the upper story housed Agent Eddins' family who saved their belongings, with most company property brought out, minor losses noted. A defective chimney caused the fire. Also, Hixon Gros finished a well near Madison, boring 249 feet for 150 feet of water.
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Brown County
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Hixon Gros
Madison
Sheep Murder Mystery Near Yankton Reservation
The body of a man believed to be the killer of the Sheep family murder on the Yankton Reservation near Tyndall was found after a driverless Frank Bessel wagon returned home. A shotgun and bloodstains were found in the wagon, and Bessel's body was discovered miles from the scene, the weapon having been turned on himself.
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Tyndall
Frank Bessel
Bessel
Black Hills Forest Reserve Order Sparks Protests
A Rapid City dispatch reports President Cleveland’s forestry order creating the Black Hills forest reserve drawing intense surprise and indignation. The land includes rich mining country and many towns. Locals call the proclamation a huge mistake and vow to seek its rescission at once, arguing it harms regional rights and prospects.
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Cleveland
Black Hills
Want It at Hot Springs National Soldiers Home Bill Passed Senate
Letters and messages from veterans urge the House to pass a bill creating a national soldiers home at Hot Springs with $150,000 for construction. Senator Pettigrew has introduced the bill and it has passed the Senate. Capt Lucas was sent from Hot Springs to Washington to urge House passage. current signs point to success.
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Washington
Judge rules against bondholders in Pierre mandamus case
Judge Campbell signs decision in mandamus to order Pierre treasurer to pay interest on city bonds to coupon holders. Defense contended bonds invalid due to prior debt beyond constitutional limit. Ransom and Mutual Life Insurance Company of Montpelier brought separate actions. court upheld the city's position and granted judgment for the city.
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Kyle And Politicians Board Train In Frigid Storm
Trains stalled by severe snow blocked routes south and east from Huron while passengers including Senator Kyle and National Committeeman Kittridge arrived in Pierre. Kyle credited Kittridge with his reelection and lauded Republican leadership as the storm delayed state travel.
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