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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1891
Page
9
In Bripgewater Connecticut on May 5 ex Governor Jessup, already ill, refused doctors and relied on faith healing. He built a bedroom altar and attempted to sacrifice his one year old grandchild, but family member intervened in a fierce struggle that nearly killed the governor.
CaicaGo May 5. A billiards championship will be played Wednesday night at Central Music Hall for the word at the fourteen inch balk line style. The stakes total 1000 dollars and the first to nip the 800th button wins the prize and silver emblem. Jake Schaefer, holder of the cup, faces Eugene Carter in a bid to defend the title. Carter has shown nerve in challenging the mighty champion, promising a lively exchange of shots.
A fire at 148 Nassau Street in Rochester killed a man named Herman Stephanski and a woman believed to be his wife. The two story building housed Mrs Nellie Rosenbluvins confectioners shop on the first floor and several families above. Fire was reported at 4 am and the couple were found dead at the upper door in a charred state. Loss valued at $10 000.
The Joseph Howell murder case in Trenton Missouri ended in a hung jury after a four-day trial for the 1859 Brookfield killings. Nine jurors favored first degree murder while three favored acquittal, leading to a new trial order as the panel was discharged.
A man registered as D. 5. Stolinger from Woonsocket South Dakota died in a Grand Central hotel room in Coupes Ohio on May 5. He was about 50 years old. No papers identifying him were found beyond the name. The coroner took charge of the body.
A May 4 dispatch in Rome reports the Italian government pressed for criminal proceedings and compensation for New Orleans lynching victims. It cites Baron Fava and Marquis di Rudini addressing the issue, urging the U S federal government to honor treaties and act yet notes Blaine’s silence on the matter.
Paris reports detail a deadly Fourmies labor clash where six women, several children, and eight men were killed and twenty wounded as troops used Lebel rifles after stone throwing. The commander says troops were ordered to fire only when in danger and that the mob was warned thrice to disperse.
Paris May 5 The Fourmies riot left six women and eight men dead with numerous injuries and fears of further government delays in burial. Police report 300 kilograms of dynamite seized en route to Fourmies. Delentes sent to investigate causes and the prefecture’s handling. Belgium sees renewed rioting near Liege as workers ignore danger to confront forces.
Police station crowded Sunday night as the first liquor license evening drew crowds. Fights broke out with multiple injuries including two men with gashes to the head. A prominent businessman attempted suicide after drinking but was saved by doctors.
Interior department moves to reopen talks with Manitoba Railway under the Casey resolution to protect Red river valley settlers after the Phelps decision. The government will not issue scrip and may offer double minimum value of $2.50 per acre. General land office rejects Northern Pacific selections within the ten mile indemnity belt not tied to actual settlement.
Ex Senator Ingalls denounces newspaper reporters saying he will not speak for penny-a-liners and that he remains in private life with nothing to say about current politics. He criticizes editors for pressuring public figures and asserts his right to keep affairs private.
Delegates of the American Medical Association in Washington propose extending the association to the entire American republics and colonies. Aimed at an international medical conference during the Columbian exposition in Chicago with support from the secretary of state and other government officials.
Washington reports that Associate Justices Bradley and Field, both in frail health and past age norms, plan to seek retirement after the court reconvenes in October. President Harrison faces about fifteen judicial appointments in the coming year.
London reports a Vienna dispatch noting the 100th anniversary of the Polish constitution celebrated with Polish pride in Galicia attended by Poles from Germany Hungary and distant regions. Crowds sang Poland Shall Not Die While We Live while anti Russian sentiment and cheers for Austria and Prussia marked the event despite Austrian approval issues.
Brooklyn and other towns report fires causing hundreds of thousands in damage, a Maine prohibition amendment tightening penalties, labor strikes in London with wage and hour changes, a ship bringing goods to Wisconsin, and various arrests and accidents across the Midwest. The Lake Superior steamer Japan arrives at Washburn with merchandise as St Killen and Menasha report losses.
About 500 molders joined a sympathy strike for housesmiths as carpenters and bricklayers walked out. Four hundred fathers demanded $4 a day instead of $8. Newark carpenters also struck, while 300 lumber handlers in New York sought ten hour days and higher pay. 3,500 house smiths remained out and framers joined the walkout. Most Brooklyn strikers won eight hour days and higher wages, though housesmiths still out.
May 5 reports from Denver show Davis & Larimore brick employees striking for shorter hours. Over thirty shots were fired in a clash between strikers and officers. no injuries reported and further trouble is forecast. Other notes cover Chicago cigarmakers strike, New York streetcar strike, Brooklyn settlement, and an Evansville clash between miners’ union delegates.
Dodgeville resident R Marks holds Brad d s sword from a historic defeat. The Grand Commandery Knights Templar South Dakota meets in Watertown June 9. Thirteen carloads of machinery arrive for W J Traill s 250 barrel mill in Pembina. Mitchell District Ministerial Association and Epworth League meet in Mitchell SD. Mikado garden and exposition draws crowds in Cedar Rapids. Omaha freight wrecked near Superior with no injuries. Whiting Bros plan a large mill at Stevens Point Wisconsin. Gen Brisbin and Col Arnold ordered to exchange commands. A 12 year old girl dies after clothing tangles in a windmill near Dell Rapids. Black River log drive ends. high returns and low costs noted. Winter cut nearing 150 million board feet shipped south. London bishop denounces English immorality at Colne opening. London demonstrations stir large crowds and fund reporting. Galena statue presented in Grant Park to a notable local figure.
Port Lanxp Oregon reports Western Union and Postal messenger boys striking for 31 2 cents per message. In Connellsville deputies clash with striking coke miners at Leisenring No 3 plant, one striker killed and others injured. Boston bakers demand shorter hours and no Sunday work. Governor Merriam commutes two Minnesota murderers Holden and Lentz to life imprisonment citing juror affidavits and evidence concerns. Miss Mary Weatherman, once despondent, marries Charles Preuss amid health and family strain in Newark New Jersey.
A Vancouver board of trade banquet sparked a sensational scene when United States consul Jay Ewing refused to rise for the toast to Queen Victoria. He argued he recognizes no claim of her majesty, while others stood and sang God Save the Queen.
London reports dismay in government circles as Newfoundland rejects Salisbury’s coercion threat and France leverages the dispute to irritate England with North American colonies. Critics say Britain blundered, allowing Nova Scotia sympathy with Newfoundland and jeopardizing coastal limits. A separate dispatch notes a New York case of a rejected marriage ending in a fatal wound, and a Boston tale of a 14 year old thief who tied himself up to steal $18.
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