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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1901
Page
11
The A O U W lodge in Yankton South Dakota denounces State Insurance Commissioner Shober and asks Governor Herreid to remove him over his insistence on collecting the 2 percent tax on insurance assessments. The dispute centers on a tax proviso affecting fraternal societies and could go to court.
Knut Nelson, alleged forger, was arrested in Minneapolis after Sheriff Kirk traced him via a Western Passenger Association clue. Nelson, who carried a coupon mileage book, sought a rebate through Superintendent McLea of Chicago, who promised to help but delayed. The sheriff then wired Minneapolis to seize the letter Nelson sought to have delivered.
Fred K. Moore and John Hayes, indicted by a federal grand jury for the Henry post office robbery on September 12, pleaded guilty before Judge Carland. They received one year and six months of hard labor in the Sioux Falls penitent. The court ordered Moore's case separa tion with his release from custody. O'Brien is a Sioux City resident.
A violent incident caused a fatality described as another gun horror with an unspecified shooter. Authorities, including the coroner, pursue details while the station agent has been transferred amid the investigation.
A Georgia visit report details President Roosevelt’s lineage as his mother’s marriage to a preacher. It notes the preacher Dunwody as a possible elder in South Carolina and references the President’s parents’ Georgia marriage. The text intertwines years, locations, and family ties with unclear chronology.
General George B. Davis submitted the annual army report for the year ended June 30. There were 6 063 general court martial trials, 600 fewer than the prior year, including 16 against commissioned officers with 10 convictions. Enlisted trials totaled 4 506 regulars and 1 167 volunteers. Dishonorable discharges numbered 1 898 regulars and 330 volunteers, total 2 228. Death sentences were imposed in six cases. four murders and two desertions. Most death sentences were commuted by the President. Military commissions tried 80 persons with 723 convicted and 202 acquitted. 49 sentences were disapproved. Murder led with 317 charges. Violations of the law and usages of war followed, then robbery cases. About 101 executions occurred. remaining cases were referred for further punishment up to life imprisonment.
Washington reports President appoints George E. Koester to head the internal revenue district of South Carolina, succeeding W. J. Webster. Koester, an independent Democrat, is praised by business leaders in South Carolina and North Carolina and was chosen after a presidential consultation with Senator McLaurin. The move follows Roosevelt era debates on southern appointments and prior consideration of Ali Blalock.
Mrs. Roosevelt discusses frugal attire noting a common fate allows dressing on five dollars annually. She recalls her budget at the White House, plans a simple white satin gown with old lace for New Year’s reception, and jokes about children’s sailor hats while keeping a dignified wardrobe. The remark reflects a thrifty approach to daily wear.
A fatal gun duel on Austin Avenue in Weep Texas involved Lovelace and his stepson Z T Reynolds. The two men exchanged fire after years of bad feeling and trouble. Both are jailed with their wives to await grand jury action. The parties are related by marriage.
Louisville tale of a theater panic after a small flame near a polyscope caused a stampede. Dozens are hurt and several seriously with injuries including head, leg, and back trauma as ushers, staff, and a police ambulance response restore order and finish the show.
Sir Redvers Buller has been relieved of command of the First Army Corps and placed on half pay after his October speech. General French is appointed to succeed him, to take effect when his services are no longer required in South Africa. General Hillyard will command at Aldershot in the interim.
Report from Transvaa2iers in Holland dismisses recent claims that General DeWet is dead. The city authorities and local sources debunk rumors originating in Durban Natal, maintaining that DeWet remains alive and active.
Marquis Ito, the Japanese statesman, arrived in Washington and was met at the station by the Japanese minister and legation staff. He attended a private dinner at the legation with K Tsudzuki and S Tokioka. Tsudzuki spoke for Ito on possible China trade talks and a Pacific cable, noting no definite positions.
The Journal reports the life story of Mrs. Mary Kiely who died in Sioux City on October 16 after twenty years apart from husband Edmund Kiely of St. Paul. She vanished, raised four children with the father never seeing them again, taught music briefly, then faded westward and died of consumption. Her funeral in St. Paul followed by her husband and children. Mrs Nash, her father a St. Paul contractor, recalled her society prominence in youth.
State Auditor Dunn reports land sales in Norman and Kitson counties close to one hundred thousand acres sold at an average ten dollars per acre. Purchasers were mainly farmers from Iowa and nearby states, with proceeds allocated to the permanent school fund.
Yale University extended a formal welcome to returning sons and guests for its bicentennial celebration. President Hadley delivered the official greeting in Batten Chapel as delegates from thirty foreign universities and 120 American institutions filled the chapel in academic regalia. The program featured addresses on two centuries of progress across learning departments.
President Roosevelt approved the death sentence for Private Lam Wines of Company I Twenty Fourth colored infantry for murder in Pangasinan P I. The execution time and place will be set by the Northern Luzon department commander. Private Michael H Robinson of Company F Twenty Fifth colored was commuted to dishonorable discharge with forfeiture of pay and life hard labor confinement.
Marile Josephine Rick, a young Philadelphian, pleaded guilty to charges involving possessions and securities valued at £, with sentencing postponed for a sanity examination. The hearing on October 23 noted the request to investigate her mental state before final judgment.
A brief quip notes Opportunity finding a man at home prompts neighbors to imitate the act. The cartoonish line illustrates social imitation sparked by a single chance encounter.
Lowell Mass Oct 23 A bank heist at Merchants National by teller Smith and bookkeeper Swift yielded a totaled gain of about 800000 in securities and cash returned to directors by counsel for Swift. US officers pursue the men as security returns and a two-year discrepancy in ledgers surface.
Henry J. Smith former president of Lansdale Trust and Safe Deposit company was captured in Philadelphia after five years as a fugitive. He faced charges of embezzling about $30,000 from the trust company. A $500 reward had been offered. Smith blamed poor judgment on security values and loans, denying stealing funds.
In San Francisco on Oct 23 a 13 year old girl, Mabel Meyer, was killed by John Steno, 22, a Turkish native and waiter. He shot himself after the murder. Steno was infatuated with the child.
Bandits blew open a Farmers Bank safe at Fulda Minnesota stealing an estimated 5500 dollars. Local authorities investigate the break in and review vault security footage and nearby transactions for clues.
Rev G A Gates former Grinnell Iowa pastor now presiding over First Congregational church has been chosen as president of Washburn College Topeka Kan. The notice notes Gates departure and presides over the college leadership change amid other government budget remarks on vacant jobs.
Witnesses recall actions of the Brooklyn during the Cuban campaign as the Schley court resumes sessions. Lieutenant Wells, Dennie Cronin and others testify on July 3 4 and discuss ranges, ship maneuvers, and orders. A cable from May 27 and a navy order of April 6 are noted as key records.
Reports from Kingston dated October 23 say Colombian rebels lost heavily in a battle near there last Tuesday. Both sides prepare for further fighting in the area which could decide the revolution's fate.
President Roosevelt with Secretary Cortelyou travels to Farrington to visit his sister Mrs Cowles before proceeding to New Haven to receive an LL D from Yale University.
Sioux City markets show hogs mixed to heavy at 6.90 to 6.95 while cattle price for fat cows and heifers around 2. WHT 3.005 ers and feeders at 2.52. Chicago hog receipts slow with prices 5.1 to 6.45 for heavy and light 5.50 to 6.10. Cattle market steady to lower, top beeves 5.60. South Omaha hogs 9.10 to 6.25, cattle 3.50 to 4.25, sheep steady. Kansas City cattle 4.55 to 6.90, hogs 5.40 to 6.00. Grain and provisions include cash wheat 75 to 78 cents, corn 2, and butter and eggs steady, cheese firm. Minneapolis wheat 6 to 7 cents, No. 1 northern 89 to 92.
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