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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1897
Page
8
Mitchell S. D. The fragmentary line hints at a local printing company and a newspaper item from the Weekly Capital. The few readable words point to a typical small town notice or advertorial note, with no clear event, date, or full names.
Senate opens tariff debate with Aldrich for Republicans and West for Democrats amid large crowds. New Florida senator is sworn in. A Behring Sea sealing correspondence request is sent to the president. West moves to strike beer bacon smut and cigarettes provisions as Aldrich argues for the tariff bill.
Reports say the bandit Black Jack Ketchum killed near Clifton and a posse led by Deputy U S Marshal Jyckiels pursues him in Apache County. Judge Bethune in Tombstone rules prechange murder laws leave pending cases unaddressed, shielding Ketchum and others from certain charges.
Constantinople reports delays in the peace negotiations as Germany and the other powers clash over Greece. The German ambassador is forbidden to sign a note and may withdraw mediation if Greece’s prior consent is deemed unnecessary, undermining prospects for a settlement.
A Chicago man shot himself in the Chamber of Commerce Building corridor on the thirteenth floor and leaped thirteen stories to the lobby below. He was crushed and likely dead on impact. He was unknown. In New York Rev. Wm Hicks, ex dean of Quincy cathedral, is jailed on alleged harassment of Bishop Potter’s household. A retreat entry was reportedly arranged but the charge was withdrawn. Wasiinoros Indian agent George Steele resigns after secretary Bliss’s request amid charges of irregular mineral claim handling.
A Berlin dispatch describes a snowshooting display by an expert in the city. He reportedly fired a shot using a mirror and a bookwirds technique, claiming the William Tell shot. A sister named Ni Wits is mentioned as assisting in the stunt.
The president sent nominations to the senate naming Edwin H. Conger of Iowa as minister to Benin and John Brooke as major general. A Montreal premier, John Gentles, drowned in the Cedar rapids of the River Rouge during Hollishing expedition. A separate report says a French wheat crop will be over six hundred dash es less than 1896. Treasury notes show gold withdrawals of 1.5 million and 4 million in gold coin for export, plus 1 million from banks, total 2.4 million Tuesday. Colonel Manos allegedly attempted suicide in jail, is handcuffed, and sent to Athens for court martial.
Rome report says Signor Crispi faced King Humbert after a bitter campaign and warned that the outcome will force two persons into exile. The London Daily Mail correspondent notes Crispi pledged to defend his role in the Naples transaction and implied personal risk.
After a four year battle over an unlimited turn, the American Flint Glass Workers' Union declares the strike over. About 1,900 of 7,500 workers joined the stoppage, costing the union over a million dollars and causing 400 deaths among strikers. Reintegration is expected as United States Glass Company plans to reinstate many workers.
Julian Hawthorne, returning to New York from India, reports that millions of Hindoos and Bengalese have died from starvation and plague. He spent thirty days in the country, with portions in Bombay and famine districts, asserting government figures cover only a sixth of actual deaths.
The executive committee of the Nebraska Kansas Oklahoma and Texas transportation committees met in Guthrie Oklahoma and issued a call for a convention of Western people to discuss securing lower freight rates to the gulf. The convention will be held in Omaha on September 2 with delegates invited from all states west of the Mississippi River.
Five boys died after a raft broke up on Mud Lake in the south branch of the Chicago River during a crossing attempt Saturday afternoon. A sixth boy survived by leaping into the water after causing panic on board.
General Weyler states in an interview that recognition may help the Cuban junta by placing bonds in the United States while aiding a new Spanish loan in Paris London and Vienna. He cautions the action could distract from the approaching international crisis and strengthen Spain’s war effort. He adds he would be glad if recognition comes, clarifying Spain’s position.
A Vienna dispatch reports an unprecedented Reichsrat scene as opposition MPs used every obstruction tactic then overturned desks and inkstands, hurled books, hurled insults, and engaged in a general riot after the session began. The president fainted from excitement and the vice president presided.
Judge Dillon and Judge Sanborn ruled in St Paul that the petitioners Credits Commutation Company do not state sufficient facts to show a legal right to intervene in the Union Pacific case. An appeal was allowed to the United States circuit court of appeals.
In the lower house Mr. McMillin of Tennessee introduced a resolution for the Senate to recognize the belligerency of Cuban insurgents and seek daily consideration. It was sent to the rules committee, likely to stay. Leaders will decide when to act. The chamber adjourned at 12:25 p.m. due to Senator Earle of South Carolina's death.
In Snowden Pennsylvania a poker game turned deadly when Albert Grier bluffed George Douglass into laying down three queens to a bobtail flush. Douglass shot Grier and fled. a pursuing crowd captured him and officers later took him to Pittsburg jail.
The Greek government informed the powers it will not negotiate peace directly with Turkey, citing that Greece has already confided its interests to the powers. Queen Victoria's 78th birthday is observed with salutes bells and reviews, with a US president telegram of congratulations. Uruguay rebels claim victory at Rivera, Lamos proclaimed general. Irish prisoners including the invincibles may receive pardons in June for the queen's jubilee. Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railway resumes service after overflow at Greenfield and Greenville Carey. Bell Telephone Company Missouri stock to rise from 400000 to 2000000. stockholders to meet July 1.
Ahuvote the Piute killer of ten white men is dead. Members of his tribe, urged by miners in Eldorado canyon, hunted him down and shot him while crossing a range. Mojave County offered a $250 reward for Ahuyote and Mouse for February murders. Over 100 whites and Indians joined the chase. Fifteen armed Piute Indians warned locals in White Hills to avoid trouble. A deputy sheriff tried to disarm them and got only one gun.
On the Stellacoom electric road near Tacoma Washington a tall masked robber boarded an incoming car and demanded valuables. Superintendent Dame and a passenger were wounded as Dame and the robber exchanged gunfire. the robber died beside the car while Dame and another passenger were injured.
Rebels attacked a hospital near Micacaranga in Santa Clara province at night. About thirty five injured insurgents were in three buildings attended by four physicians and nurses. Guerrillas fired on escaping victims, killing the wounded as they fled. Women nurses disappeared. News reached Santa Clara and Havana junta.
Agram dispatch reports Monday elections for the Croatian and Slavonian Provincial Diet followed by violent disturbances in several towns. In Brosnyaczi a riot led to soldiers firing on the crowd, fourteen killed and thirty wounded as authorities restored order. Meanwhile Boston bank messenger Albert M King, who vanished with $30000, was arrested in Farmington Maine and the full sum recovered.
Chicago cattle bring 3.50 to 5.50, hogs 3.00 to 4.00, and sheep 2.00 to 5.00. Indianapolis cattle 3.00 to 5.25, hogs 4.00 to 8.00, wheat 0.89 to 0.90, corn 0.27 to 0.36, oats 0.21 to 0.28. Detroit and St Louis ranges follow, with Cincinnati and Buffalo varied. New York quotes show cattle 3.00 to 5.50, hogs 3.50 to 4.50, wheat 0.78 to 0.90, corn 0.29 to 0.30, oats 0.22 to 0.28.
Moody Institute evangelists Wilbur Anderson A E Steurnagle Charles Walsh F H Chamberlain and A D Weir depart Chicago for the Black Hills to preach in Deadwood and nearby camps. They travel by gospel wagon with a $350 outfit shipped from Omaha to Chadron Nebraska including horses donated by J W Good. They will hold meetings in streets and vacant houses as they move through towns en route.
Frost Sunday night damaged field crops and garden stuffs in Huron and nearby areas with varying impact. Pierre saw slight damage to tender vegetation and reports of serious damage from gardeners. Miller noted ice up to half an inch improving some grain fields by killing Russian thistles. Yankton recorded the latest frost, destroying all tender vegetation and grape vibes. Vermillion State University schedules Commencement events from June 6 to June 9, including baccalaureate sermon, subfreshman graduation, music concert, senior class exercises, president's reception, and alumni banquet.
The state National Guard will hold its encampment at Bryant starting July 5 for about ten days. No legislature appropriation means companies must cover their own costs. Lt. Frost leads militia drives to build enthusiasm as six or seven companies prepare to attend.
Charles Brown a colored man admits killing Mrs Emma P Stone at Deadwood. Jewelry including Mrs Stones watch was recovered from Brown's ranch near Whitewood. An extra jail guard is set though deemed unnecessary. Brown's Chinese wife was arrested in connection with the crime and reportedly resisted when taken to jail.
South Dakota merchants meet at Redfield to form an executive committee and plan a state convention for July 7 1897. The Richards case over an indictment for corrupting youth in Dell Rapids moves on as officials seek removal. white employee exclusion on reservations may disrupt cattle operations. July school fund apportionment totals about 130000 with Minnehaha leading. Roberts County seat case advances to modification hearings. Masons meet in Mitchell June plus related royal arch and high priesthood events. New corporations include Black Hills Power Company and Pierre Natural Gas and Power Company. Wm Ruehlag of Huron suffers paralytic stroke at a lodge gathering. Canton votes down saloon licenses. Postmasters named for Jefferson Union County and Summit Roberts County.
The State Inter collegiate Athletic Association annual meeting at Mitchell concluded on Thursday. Burkland of Vermillion captured the 110 yard dash in a thrilling, close contest.
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