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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1894
Page
1
The article analyzes shifts in party strength across Kansas and neighboring states, noting Populist gains and Republican gains in Texas and Nebraska. It cites Judith Elen Poster’s Republican organizing in Colorado and critiques Populist economic proposals as impractical to business interests.
The piece argues M. M. Estee bore the burden of backing by a railway boss and a party line, while predicting South Dakota gains from a restored confidence. It contrasts Republican fiscal plans with Democratic critiques, and speculates on European power tensions and Alsace Lorraine, suggesting potential shifts in war and territory.
Nevada senator leaves the Republican party amid a silver question dispute and finds himself in a party with about eight representatives in both houses. The Republican editorial notes the contrast with nearly a hundred silver Republicans and questions Jones and Hill for their strategic miscalculations.
Washington reports an additional bond issue of 50 million dollars to cover government expenses and replenish foreign reserves that have fallen. Analysts say issuing bonds is prudent given exports withdrawals, though some criticize the management that led to the situation.
In Denver on November 14 at 1:15 a m Kaiku Oyama a 24 year old Japanese proprietor of 1975 Market street was found strangled with marks on her throat similar to earlier cases in the same row linked to a killer who chokes women then finishes with a towel. Several arrests have been made but no evidence yet against detainees.
The U S government labor commission signs a report to President Cleveland detailing the General Managers association and its influence on railroads, wages and arbitration. It cites capitalization of over 2.1 billion dollars, 222 097 employees, and argues for legal restraint of rail interests. It criticizes Pullman Palace Car Co, notes rich profits and high rents, and urges a permanent three member U S strike commission for railway labor disputes.
New Orleans November 14 ex Grand Master Powderly and Eugene V Debs did not arrive for the opening of the Knights of Labor convention at noon though expected later. The session began with delegates present and officers at the head table. Debs said he could not attend due to a Chicago summons. Minneapolis moves for a new city charter to allow November off-year elections and civil service protections. Sioux Falls reports false murder claims about La Croix and Wells.
Two Republican daily papers have started in Providence after election, The Freeman established 36 years ago and The Tribune founded 11 years ago, both formerly weeklies. An organized fight against running races is planned for the next Rhode Island legislative session, with insiders expecting about 10 more meetings.
Noted thinkers gathered at Willard's hall as the arbitration and conciliation congress opened led by Lyman J. Gage. Speakers included Gould Johns Hopkins, Joseph Bishop Ohio, Springer Illinois, Tawney Minnesota, Josephine Shaw Lowell New York, Washington Gladden, H. G. Adams. Labor leaders Gompers McGuire Garland Coffin attended.
Washington reports a 108 percent rise in money order offices from 552 on June 30 1890 to 19 529 on June 30 1894. The postal service collected 15 235 129 for orders and notes while postmasters paid out 157 085 566. Kent murder trial opens in Manxpan with low juror turnout as Nye aids prosecution. In Watts, Washington a convict dies in a jute mill accident when clothing is caught in a shaft.
St Paul November 14 The State Typo graphical Union of Minnesota and the district union covering Minnesota, the two Dakotas and Manitoba hold a joint session at Labor hall. They met at 10 o clock to discuss a consolidation plan seen as the most important issue before both bodies.
At a Montgomery gathering the Kolb faction's ballot fraud claims sparked calls for force and bloodshed. Delegates merged the Jeffersonians and Populists into the National Peoples party while denouncing the alleged theft of the August election and threatening federal action if needed.
Colorado Governor Waite offers a Thanksgiving message warning that industrial and commercial panics threaten civilization. He denounces monopoly robbery as a curse and urges a conscientious regard for industrial rights to ensure religious and economic freedom.
A reported incident results in the death of two siblings after a hacking accident. Authorities are investigating to determine exact causes and sequence of events.
Caleb Corser a 10 year old boy at 615 James Avenue North accidentally discharged a revolver while playing with it. The bullet struck his sister Bessie Corser aged 14 in the face and penetrated the brain. The incident occurred in their residence as they played in a lower floor room.
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