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Mitchell Capital

Location

Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1888

Page

8

Shipping Disaster in Frigid Waters Wrecks Nine Vessels

Nov 25 Montre al reports extensive shipping damage from a severe snowstorm and extreme cold. Nine sailing vessels wrecked with crews suffering. many more unreported. Icebound steamers Pomeranian and Oregon trapped. communications cut. fishermen stranded around Anticosti Island awaiting relief.

Montfest Gulf Lower St. Lawrence Cape Schatte Quebec Primmph Hefane Mornine Athelle Robatille Guebece Montreal Sorrel Eain Oregon Rimouski Ipe New York Comain SPE L'Islet River du Loup Cape Rosier Traverse Anticosti Ion

New Engines of War Board to Test Invented Ordnance

The Board of Ordnance and Fortification will reconvene at the War Department next Tuesday to review inventor submissions and test schemes for heavy ordnance. It will assess guns including multicharge types and conversions, small arms, projectiles, fuses, armor plates, and a 12 inch iron breech loading mortar weighing about 2000 pounds for potential government use.

Board of Ordnance Washington Board of Ordnance and Fortification War Department

Californias Delegation Vote in San Francisco Canvassed

San Francisco reports the city canvass with Cleveland 28704 and Harrison 25702. Democrat T J Clunie is elected to Congress from the Fifth district by 40 votes. California’s delegation remains two Democrats and four Republicans, totaling six.

California San Francisco Cleveland Harrison T. J. Clunie Congress Fifth

House May Be Democratic After Certification Rift

Washington observers say the next Congress could be organized by the Democrats if four Southern Republicans are withheld from their certificates. Republicans fear a plan to count them out, sparking high tension among party leaders as the issue plays out.

Washington House

Secretary Bayard to Practice Law in Philadelphia

Rumor claims Secretary Bayard will practice law in Philadelphia after leaving the cabinet. The former resident of the city allegedly worked in decal practice with William Shippen for several years.

Yard Pmmlspelphia Bayard Philadelphia Willian Shippen

Election Returns Show Democratic Victory in New Mexico

Official returns from Santa Fe November 20 confirm Joseph of the Democrat party elected to Congress over Otero by a 1,730 vote margin. Legislature composition: House 15 Republicans , Democrats 11. Council 7 Republicans 4 Democrats 1 Independent.

Santa Prn. M Joseph Congress Otero

Another Misery for Our Mary

New York Herald reports Lord Tennyson writes a new play for Miss Mary Anderson. The plot will adapt the Robin Hood and Maid Marian romance and be ready when she returns to England.

Our Mary New York the Herald Lord Tennyson Miss Mary Anderson Robin Hood Maid Marian Miss Anderson Eng- Ino

Weather Storm Wrecks Vessels and Floods Clyde Coast

London reports strong gales along the coast. The British ship Duncan foundered but crew were rescued. The Clyde River overflowed flooding Pollokshaws factories where female workers were rescued through windows and ferried to dry ground.

Clyde London Duncan Pollokshaws

Walking match in New York attracts wide field and notable judges

About forty men started in a long distance walking contest in New York on November 26, with over 100 entries. Judges include Charles Mitchell Jake Kilrain and Marquis of Queensbury. George Littlewood and Havect Sinclair Mackon expect solid performances from entrants while disputes with Gus Guerrero loom over pay demands. George Mason Archie Sinclair and other international walkers arrived, raising expectations for a competitive race.

Iritets National Prestrian Tech New York Billy O’brien James W. Kennedy Charles Mitchell Jake Kilrain Marquis of Queensbury John Sholto Douglass Marquis Gus Guerrero Kennedy Guerrero George Littlewood Core Dan Hert Boston Madison Square Albert Herty Havect Sinclair Macon Littlewood Hnaznel George Mason Archie Sinclair Liverpool Mason Charlie Rowell John Hughes Lepper Noremac Frank Hart Hayti Vint Brooklyn Golden Higgleman E. C. Moore

Dempsey and Mitchell Boxing Pact Reported in San Francisco

San Francisco officials propose a major purse for a Dempsey versus Mitchell bout. W R Vice, boxing committee chairman, travels from Chicago to New York to finalize terms. The offer ranges from 5 000 to 7 000 dollars with the fight set to occur in club rooms and be decided to a finish.

San Francisco

Ward Sold to Washingtons for 12000

The World reports that John B. Day president of the New York club and President Hewitt of the Washington club finalized a deal at Day's office selling Ward the New York shortstop to Washington for 12000.

Ward New York John B. Day New York Baseball Club Hewitt Washington Club President Day Washingtons

Sullivan Issues Challenge to Charlie Mitchell in Boston

John L. Sullivan issues a public challenge in Boston on November 26 offering Charlie Mitchell a $1500 prize if he agrees to eight rounds of boxing. The spectacle aims to settle the rivalry between the two heavyweights with a formal match proposal.

Sullivan Mitchell Boston John L. Sullivan Charlie Mitchell Mr. Balfour Ireland J. C. Little Duncan C. Ross Beacon Park Ross Whitestone L. I Austin Gibbons Frank Moore

O'Connor Wins Boat Race and Other New York News

The boat race was won by O'Connor by fifty yards. Complainants urge Mayor Hewitt to shut Maryland oyster boat labor bureaus for brutal treatment of workers. Albert Hamnstine admits guilt in Cozad murders and awaits transfer. In Waver, a jury sides with the defendant in the $100,000 breach of promise case.

Feemer The Wonder Benton Washington O'Connor New York Hewitt Maryland Nebraska Cotumpus Neb Albert Hamnstine Roten Ashley Cozad Custer County Waver. Pa

Bismarck Pledges Support for Anti Slavery Crusade

Prince Bismarck in a dispatch to the Vatican extols Cardinal Lavigerie and promises energetic support. Italian and Austrian papers comment on Emperor William's reichstag speech. Fremdenblatt and Neue Freie Presse praise the declarations as more satisfactory than desired.

Bismarck Berlin Prince Bismarck Vatican Cardinal Lavigerie Emperor William Reichstag Fremdenblatt and Neue Frei Pregse Vienna

De Lessepsi Threatens Disclosures Over Panama Loan

The Chronicle reports Paris telegraph that Count De Lesseps warns he will publish a full account of his Panama crusade if the credit financier will not help secure the loan. The disclosures would implicate several deputies in the chamber.

de Lessepsi Loxpox the Chronicle Paris Count de Lesseps Panama Chamber of Deputies

Parnell Case Upheld Against The Times on Jurisdiction

The first division of the court of sessions delivered a unanimous decision upholding Judge Kinnear who allowed proof of jurisdiction on the arrestment question in the case of Mr Parnell against The Times The Times appeal from the decision.

The Times Edinpurgh Court of Sessions Parnell Kinnear the Times

Concession Likely Adopted Without Mitkiewicz Name

London dispatch says the American financial syndicate concession will be adopted with the name Mitkiewicz omitted due to Mr. Wharton Barker's representation.

Mitkiewicz London Standard Shanghai Wharton Barker Count Mitkiewicz

Cheers for Boulanger Prompted by Paris Banquet Route Cheering

After a Patriotic League banquet in Paris General Boulanger received continuous cheers while returning. Police lined the route and made forty arrests, most of whom were later discharged.

Boulanger Paris Patriotic League Mde

Gold at a Premium

Foreign bankers who ordered gold for shipment to Europe report London demand for bars bound for Russia and South America driving prices above nominal.

New York Europe London Russia South America

Boston Plagued by Yellow Fever on Arrival at New York

The USS Boston reported a yellow fever outbreak among its 356 crew after leaving Port au Prince. Four sailors died and several remain hospitalized aboard the ship while all onshore contact is restricted as quarantine measures proceed.

New York Boston Portou Prince Port Au Prince

Clean Sweepers Face Disappointment Over Demands

Indianapolis edition reports The Journal editorializing that civil service reform is here to stay and will advance. It cautions that the clean sweepers should not press unreasonably for reforms in the next administration. The piece notes Republicans back reform and Harrison supports it, urging obedience to civil service law.

Indianapolis Harrison Republican Party Gen. Harrison

Don Piatt Claims Prophesy On Election Result

Don Piatt arrives in Washington and tells reporters he predicted the election outcome. He says Cleveland Dickinson and Garland rejected Barnum as Democratic national committee head, calling Barnum a tariff reform proponent. He recounts past letters to Henry Watterson and President about the matter.

Don Piatt Washington New York Cleveland Dickinson Garland Democratic National Committee Barnum Henry Watterson

Judge Rucker Will Not Reveal Names Held Secret

A Denver Sun special reports Judge Rucker will not disclose the two other attendees’ identities from his Cleveland interview. He says he expects a private reply from Senator Blackburn and will publish his explanation if it clarifies Blackburn’s course. otherwise the matter remains secret. He also notes ongoing nationwide support for his stance.

Blackburn York Denver Judge Rucker Cleveland

New York Electoral Vote Totals Favor Harrison

New York state canvassed by the board of canvassers shows the electoral votes with Republican electors leading at 630,837 and a tie at 685,965, Prohibition 30,281, Socialist 2,068, Union Labor 636, United Labor electors at large 2,668, all contributing to Harrison's statewide tally.

New York Harrison Albany N. Y New York State State Board of Canvassers Prohibition Union Labor United Labor

Kansas Banner Republican State Declared by Official Figures

Official secretary of state tallies show Harrison leading Cleveland in Kansas by 80,176 votes. Harrison electors total 142,914 to Cleveland's 102,738, reinforcing Kansas as a banner Republican state.

Torreka Kan Navy Secretary of State Harrison Cleveland Kansas

Official Returns From Virginia Vote in Richmond Virginia

Returns show Cleveland 151 917 Morrison 150 442 with Cleveland ahead by 1535. A Petersburg rumor claims Mahone plans organizing a white Republican party in Virginia excluding or limiting black voters.

Virginia RichMond Cleveland Morrison Mahone New York Times Petersburg Gen. Mahone

Escaped Rough Treatment in Grand Forks Affair

Grand Forks lawyer J. C Bennett and Miss Florence Lepperd vanished from town Friday night en route to Duluth. Bennett has a wife and child in England. If delayed, he might have faced rough citizen action, per a Tribune dispatch from Grand Forks, Canada.

Grand Forks CuicaGo Tribune Cak J. C Bennett Case Duluth Florence Lepperd England Bennett

Trade report shows fair progress but South cotton hurt by rain

R G Dun & Co notes general trade improvement over the past week with gold export pressures and weak cotton results in the South. Exports of breadstuffs dip vs last year, while corn and oats hold steady. Woolens rise, boot and shoe trade improves, silk output about 43 million dollars. U.S. failures total 260 and Canada 36.

New York R G. Dun & Co Weekly Review of Trade Atlantic Portugal South Memphis United States Canada

Governor Warns Webster County Over River Land Evictions

Governor Larrabee directs Webster county officials to ensure river land settlers in the county are not unlawfully evicted. He asks the court clerk to verify that marshals use only legal measures and to curb any overstep of authority.

Larrabee Webster County Des Moines Iowa Court

Freight Rate War Settled With 25 Percent Increase

The Times reports a settlement of the Southwest freight rate war with a planned approximate 25 percent rise by all lines after formal arrangements and 10 days notice under federal law. The agreement followed a conference including Jay Gould and Southwestern Traffic Association leaders in New York.

New York the Times Southwestern Jay Gould Manayser Midgeley Southwestern Traffic Association

Striking Switchmen Win Feared End To Indy Strike

Indianapolis and Vincennes officials have yielded to striking switchmen demands and signs point to the strike ending in the men's favor. The railroad is a branch of the Panhandle system. The Prize Too Big to Divide. Curiaco reports an injunction restraining Adams Express from paying 15000 to Edward Curtin who won on a Louisiana lottery ticket.

Indianapolis Indianapolis and Vincennes Curiaco Adams Express Company Edward Curtin Curtin Nan Keating Ile

Quarantine Threat Over Scarlet Fever Warns County Goings

Scarlet fever spreads in rural areas prompting city and county health boards to threaten a ban on farmers entering Yankton if rural cases are not quarantined. The city reports only one case within town.

Yankton Dak City Board of Health County Board of Health

Minneapolis Lumber Cut Sets New Record

Minneapolis shows a season lumber cut of 28,004 feet, an increase of 112,105,630 units, setting a new record for the season according to city figures reported today. The report notes the total as 832, indicating a strong surge in output.

Minneapolis

Gauntlet Flung in Duel Tone Between Blackburn and Rucker

Judge A W Rucker issues a bold challenge to Senator Blackburn calling him a coward Col John C Moore of Denver travels to Louisville to arrange settlement details amid peak excitement A Courier Journal Omaha dispatch notes Moore delivered the challenge dated November 19 1888 from Denver declaring a meeting will settle who is the gentleman

United States White House Col John C. Moore

Blocks of Five call for public works to employ workers

A circulating pamphlet signed Blocks of Five urges workers to form blocks to pressure Congress to spend the surplus on public improvements. It claims 50,000 men could build a navy and mercantile marine, with 100,000 more needed for canals and river navigation over twenty years, to protect wage earners from bondholder enrichment.

Congress New York

Harrison Denies Mentioning Annexation of Canada

New York dispatch reports Gen. Harrison denies any statements about annexing Canada or using surplus to purchase Dominion territory. He says he has had no talk with anyone on the subject and has not spoken on annexation.

Canada New York Indianapolis Harrison Dominion

Mail boxes on street cars plan proposed in Baltimore

Frank Brown postmaster of Baltimore visited the post office department to discuss placing letter boxes on Baltimore street cars. If adopted the plan would greatly facilitate mail collection across the city especially in the business district.

Washington Frank Brown Baltimore Post Office Department

Elliott Declared Elected in South Carolina Seventh District

The state board of canvassers ruled Elliott, Democrat, the winner in the Seventh Congressional District contest against Miller. Elliott polled 8,808 votes to Miller’s 7,008, solidifying South Carolina’s Democratic delegation. Miller plans to take the contest to Congress. No opposition existed to any Democratic state nominees.

Elliott Miller Columbia S. C State Board of Canvassers Elliott-Miller South Carolina Elliot Congress

Ohio Secretary of State Vote Totals and Third-Party Breakdowns

The Columbus report lists secretary of state results with Ryan 417 510 to Young 395 522, Ryan's plurality 21 618, Prohibition 24 618 votes, United Labor 3 452 votes, and total state vote 841 102. This item records statewide tallies as of November 24.

Ohio CoLumbus Prohibition United Labor Ryan Young

North Carolina Certifies Electoral Vote Split

The official canvass of North Carolina shows 148,386 votes for Democrats, 154,709 for Republicans, and 2,797 for Prohibition. Congressional and state officer totals will be canvassed on November 20.

RaLeicu N. C North Carolina

Harrison Wins Michigan by 22,966 Vote Plurality

The official canvass shows Harrison with 286,370 votes, Cleveland 213,404, Fisk 20,941, Streeter 4,542, totaling 475,260. Harrison leads by 22,966 as Michigan’s result is released.

Michigan Detroit Harrison Cleveland Fisk Streeter

Cleveland wins Alabama presidential electors vote total

Montgomery Nov 24 The governor and secretary of state counted the electors vote. Cleveland received 117310 votes Harrison 57197 and Fisk Pro 583.

Alabama Cleveland Moon Rgomery Ala Harrison Fisk Pro

Randall Declared In Fine Health Awaiting Congress

A letter from a close friend reports Hon. Samuel J. Randall in very good condition and certain to attend and take his seat when Congress assembles.

Washington Samuel J. Randall Congress

Natural Gas Spurs Pipe and Tube Manufacturing Growth

The discovery and use of natural gas have boosted iron pipe and tube production. The Chicago Herald notes there are now about 2,200 miles of gas mains in the United States, fueling expansion in the industry.

United States Chicago Herald

Canada to Restrict Chinese Immigration Predicted

In Toronto Ont November 27 a reporter notes 240 Chinese landed in Vancouver in October and argues Canada cannot absorb the Mongolian element. The inference is the United States bound for many. officials expect parliament to enact immigration restrictions next session.

Canada

What Constitute the Returns Third Tennessee District Contest

The Tennessee state board heard arguments from Creed I Bates and H C Evans in the Third district contest. Both sides demand a decision on the face of the returns, the key issue being what properly constitutes the returns. A decision date is not yet known and delay draws comment.

Nashville Tenn State Board of Commissioners Creed I. Bates H. C. Evans

Armours to Open Chicago Meats Trade in Findlay

A News special from Findlay Ohio reports P D Armour Co renting a large building to sell Chicago meats cheaper than local dealers. Local traders express consternation at the plan and price competition.

ChicaGo Findlay Ohio P. D. Armour & Co

Duchess of Sutherland and other notable items in brief

Deaths include the Duchess of Sutherland and Tuscarora grand sachem Chief William Printup age 86 on the reservation. Political notes cite the Republican committee meeting December 5 in Washington, John Bright’s worsening health, and Kelley as “father of the house” nearing 30 years in Congress. Other items mention Prohibition ticket’s lone South Carolina vote, papal thanks to England for opposing Italian penal laws, and Cain of gas main disruption at Murrayville.

Duchess of Sutherland William Printup Republican National Committee Washington John Bright William D. Kelley House Congress Prohibition National South Carolina Vermont Otto's Bavaria Murrayville Pittsburg Austin Tex Alon Pacific Express Comany D. J. Flory

Market quotations for now 26 Chicago Grain and Provisions

A market rundown from St Paul and St Paul Grain and Provisions lists Wheat prices for November December January and May ranging from 1.02 to 1.0754. Corn shows November 871 cents December 8634c January 308gc May 81 cents. Oats notes November 264c December 3gc January 234 May 80.9c. Pork futures November 14.45 December 14.50 January 14.77 May 14.77. Lard futures November 8.850 December 8.379 January 8.25 May 8.40. Short Ribs January 74236 May 7.60.

Chicago Live Stock Prices and Receipts Report

Chicago markets show 17,000 hogs with prices from 5.20 to 5.70 for various grades and 15,000 cattle including beeves at 8.25 to 15. Cattle breakdown includes cows at 1.50 to 4.10 and stockers and feeders at 2.00 to 3.50. Sheep receipts total 6,500 with natives 3.04 to 4.30, Westerns 3.05 to 3.99, and lambs 4.00 to 5.25.

Chicago

Edison Creates Talking Doll and Clock Device

Cassell's Family Magazine describes Edison’s invention a doll with a phonograph inside that speaks when the chest handle is turned. A clock with spoken time via a similar talking mechanism is also mentioned.

Edison Mr. Edison Idison Cassell

White Caps threaten vengeance in Ohio villages

White Caps posted warnings in Taylorville and Mowertown near Sardinia Ohio threatening violence to anyone opposing them. Reports say unrest grows across the region and authorities fear serious trouble if action isn’t taken. Immigration data for October shows 40805 arrivals led by Germany 10166 and England 7547 with Ireland 5580 and Sweden 4200.

Winchester Ohio Taylorville Mowerytown Sardinia Witte Washington Germany England and Wales Ireland Sweden Nay Italy Scotland

Alabama caucus backs Morgan for re-election in Democratic join

The Democratic members of the Alabama legislature agree to support United States Senator Morgan for re election. Wisconsin news notes include Governor Heard planning to appoint his son as private secretary. Local reports cover a prize fight at Whitestone Long Island and a fire cause at Appleton Furnace plant with molten iron leaking into elevator shaft.

Alabama United States Morgan Wisconsin Heard Peardon Waukesha Miles Standish Appleton Furnace Company

Sporting Notes from the Season Afoot

Capt Morrill of the Boston club is said to sign with Buffalo as manager captain and first baseman next year. Julius Schmidt and William Buckley of St. Louis fought to a finish with Schmidt KOed in round four. Len Sowders died suddenly. Johnny Sowders fell ill with pneumonia. Rumor says John M Ward may transfer to Washington, delighting locals. Toff Wall offers to meet Jack Fogarty in any style for 500 pounds side, within 500 miles of London. Fogarty in Minneapolis questions Wall's conditions and will consult bankers in Philadelphia.

Sporting Notes Capt. Morrill Boston Buffalo Club Julius Schmidt William Buckley St. Louis Washington New York John M. Ward Washington Club Philadelphia

Wheat and grain prices chart a fluctuating market

The report lists Wheat futures for November at 1.05 and December at 1.05 with January 1.044 and May 1.054. Corn shows November 89.44 cents, December 87.3 cents, January 30.54 cents, and May around 38.54 cents. Oats quotes include November 2.03 and December 2.076, May 2.0394. Pork futures feature November 214.4734, December 144.734, January 14.5244, May 14.80. Lard futures appear at November 8.50, December 8.324, January 8.226, May 8.64. Short Ribs list January 7.45 and May 9.762. No. 1 hard wheat and No. 1 Northern wheat bid at 1.10. No. 2 Northern 1.04. No. 2 corn 40 cents bid and No. 2 oats 26 cents bid. several other odd cent figures and bids noted. Baled hay values vary with No 1 at 5 dollars bid and 5.50 asked. Upland Prairie Hay 6 dollars both bid and asked. Timothy Hay 7 dollars bid. Dressed Hogs 6 dollars bid.

St. Paul Timothy Hay Chicago

Chicago Live Stock Prices and Receipts Report

Hoge receipts total 7000 head with varied prices from 5.25 to 8.85. Cattle receipts 4000 head with beeves cows and stockers and Texas steers listed. Sheep receipts 3000 head show natives Westerns Texans and lambs with ranges from 28 to 9 large figures noted.

Call for Census to Record Everyone Over Ninety

Clement M. Hammond urges the next general census to include data on all U S citizens aged 90 and above. He advocates standard information set by leading scientists, arguing this would provide greater global value than statistics on cotton, tobacco, or whisky production.

United States Clement M. Hammond Popular Science Monthly

Gangs of London and New York Compared by London Rolie

The New York Sun notes that London gangs flourish similarly to New York with groups such as the Marylebone, Fitzroy Place, Monkey Parade, Black, Newcut, Greengate, Prince Arthur, Gang of Roughs, and Jovial Thirty two each claiming stamping grounds. The Monkey Parade gang is said to infest Whitechapel.

London London Rolie New York Marylebone Fitzroy Place Monkey Parade Black Gang Newcut Greengate Prince Arthur Gang of Roughs Whitechapel New York Sun

Cruelty to Animals Case Involving Long Island Fox Hunter

A dialogue pits a SPCA youth agent against a Long Island fox hunter over alleged cruelty while aiming to seize a dog. The exchange centers on a chase and the implied motive of the pursuer.

Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals Long Island Fox Hunter

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