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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1898
Page
9
Estimates say Admiral Sampson Will receive forty thousand dollars and Admiral Dewey nine thousand three hundred seventy five. About twenty nine tenths of prize money will be distributed among American sailors after the Spanish American War.
A Delaware and Hudson night train collided with a Troy City Railways trolley at the Hudson River bridge crossing. Eighteen of thirty five passengers are dead or dying, with at least ten more gravely injured. The crash occurred near Cohoes and Lansingburgh after a labor parade.
Opening day of the 32nd G A R encampment drew high attendance and smooth progress of events. Parades escorted dignitaries from depots to hotels with notable decorations and spectacle. Road reports show strong turnout.
Gladstone's will probated in London on Monday morning shows a personal estate of about 3.07 hundred thousand dollars. It appoints his son as executor and directs that Hawarden be kept for family needs, while requesting a simple private funeral unless reasons require otherwise.
Two batteries of light artillery from Burlington and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, were mustered out at Des Moines on Monday morning. Editors from across the country gathered in Denver for the 13th annual National Editorial Association convention, touring sights and planning a public meeting. Delegates schedule a state refuse tour starting next Saturday.
James Stephenson of Jamestown Ohio collapsed from heart trouble in the Hal Street Methodist Chapel pulpit at Springfield Ohio on Sunday as the sermon began.
Authorities report a public safety incident with suspected individuals led by figures linked to Manila. General Rios and the governor cited as arresting authorities. Names mentioned include prominent Manila natives under investigation.
Several shiploads of Philippine insurgents have invaded southern islands aiming to seize assets before peace terms are set. A Spanish commander with gunboats is responding energetically to the challenge.
A northwest Baltic storm sank a German torpedo boat and severely damaged the torpedo flotilla. Five boats barely reached harbor amid the heavy seas and gale conditions.
A London report claims an Anglo German alliance was completed on Saturday echoing Chamberlain’s speech. The article notes strong British and German diplomatic signals and references ongoing ambassador exchanges and policy talks amid growing proximity.
A Chicago paper lists deaths of soldiers from disease in camps during the war. It notes 723 died in battle or of wounds, many more died from illness while in camp or on transports. The total killed or missing due to disease is uncertain, with about 1,284 named as casualties and many more likely unrecorded.
An official of the St Cloud Minnesota Mutual Building and Loan Association faces embezzlement allegations after an expert accountant reports shortages totaling more than 33709. The secretary L T Troutman is said to have misappropriated nearly 15000 with other discrepancies tied to falsified books. Troutman is described as highly regarded in the community despite the accusations.
Pacific Cable Company directors in New York discussed linking the Philippines Asia coast Japan and Australia via Hawaii with surveys for a duplicateable route and the Aleutians ordered. James A Scrysmer president will sail from Vancouver for Japan on September 12.
Warrants issued in Basin City Wyoming for Chas Coffman on charges of obtaining money with eight checks. Coffman claimed to be the son of a wealthy Montana cattle owner and secured several sums with checks later found worthless.
Captain Palma of the Spanish civil guard ferries Gen. Brooke under a flag of truce to Guayama Porto f ico to offer use of Admiral Macias private Rio Piedras residence near San Juan during Brooke stay. Cervera to leave Annapolis Thursday. Also reports weekly bank statement and a double murder near Charleston.
President McKinley spent hours at Camp WikeH Montauk Point inspecting hospitals and cantonments. He spoke to infantrymen and reviewed cavalrymen then ordered regulars to return east of the Mississippi. He learned of Lieut Prade in a tent and praised the hospital staff.
New Orleans dispatch reports the steamer John E Meigs was destroyed Saturday by an explosion while mines were being removed off St Philip. Lieut Joarey and party narrowly escaped. Capt. Starr commanded the ship. John Wiman and Ralph Rovers were slightly injured. Government engineers failed to retrieve the mines due to sand weighing down cables, prompting a crew to grapple for mines when the accident occurred and the Meigs sank.
General Kitchener leads the Anglo Egyptian column into Omdurman after routing Mahdists in a decisive battle. British losses are listed as 20 with thousands of Mahdists killed or wounded. The report notes historic events and the broader Sudan conflict context. A separate item reports a drowning rescue by Mrs. Brown of Chicago at Lyon Missouri. Also mentions Charles F. Rice’s deathbed denial and Corbett vs McCoy boxing plans. The French move to remove Havana harbor mines is noted.
Chairman Hull presses for a wartime oriented military establishment with a permanent war office ready for emergencies. He argues the regular army is too small at about 61,000 and warns the system cannot handle an emergency requiring vast expansion. He seeks a force built on fixed rules and prepared staffing, similar to a battleship always ready for action.
Manager Young of the M. A. Hanna Coal Company in Cleveland predicts a major national coal strike in the early part of next year. He says miners will resist wage cuts, with a potential 13 to 16 cents per ton reduction tied to upcoming contracts, and notes West Virginia miners are already underbidding.
Nicholas J. Shannon, a police officer who helped quell the Haymarket riot on May 1, 1854, died from wounds caused by fragments from a horse pistol shot. He endured three wounds from the day of the riot until his death as pallbearers include fellow Haymarket veterans.
More than thirty people were poisoned at a barbecue near Hillsboro Missouri at Morse Hill. A physician’s prompt care saved lives and over twenty were seriously ill but recovering. Authorities suspect Paris green was placed in the meat prior to cooking.
Fort Pierre police pursue two escaping suspects after Marshal Bentley fires two shotguns at them missing, fatally wounding Ed R. Pales while L. W. Tyler is wounded. Edian and Lamley escape before a jury absolves them of blame. A reward and lawsuit follow the incident.
The court rules that requiring out of state canvassers to obtain a license to solicit business is a restraint on interstate commerce. It overturns the lower court, reversing the conviction of Charles H Rankin and discharging the defendant. The decision holds that licensing such solicitations by in state authority infringes on federal commerce power.
The article profiles Ried the new Ladisn agent at the Cheyenne River Agency. He is noted for his aggressive stance against booster activities and his strategic reservations in Forest City across the river from the agency.
The Examiner Room arrests George F Anderson alias for impersonating a pension bureau officer. He operated in Marsland and nearby states and was captured after a lengthy pursuit. Cecil Rhodes Wins Big Majority in Cape Colony Election.
Three men were captured near Elk Point and Westfield after attempting to rob two German youths. One assailant was seized by Marshal Santon as he tried to roll the victims. others were arrested nearby. A burglar tools cache was found near the scene. All suspects are held for assault with intent to rob and assault with intent to kill.
Market notes list prices across cities for cattle hogs and sheep, plus grains and produce. Chicago and other hubs show varied ranges in cattle from $3.00 to $8.00, oats around 24c to 31c, corn 32c to 31c, wheat mixed, and butter and eggs priced in low decimals.
The United States district attorney was notified that timber cutting cases against Homestake Mining Company and the Black Hills and Ft. Pierre Railroad Company have been settled. The defendants pay the government seventy thousand dollars. Hills Timber Fire in Carbondale camp near Deadwood has burned a five by five mile district of timber for several days.
The district of South Dakota reports seizure of nine head of cattle from Manitoba entered via Pembleton port. Valuation set at $19,955 due to underpayment. Hineman liable for the deficit as authorities pursue evasive traders. Also notes relief efforts for fires in the Black Hills and the guarding of lumber against theft.
State board of charities and corrections advertises coal for next year. The party is to be paid cash, with funds provided to cover coal until the next legislative appropriation becomes available.
The report details a massive fraud at a revenue store failure in Kimball with a $15 mortgage favoring a brother at Yankton. Creditors gather, seeking action as wrecks are examined. Also, Jack Mowly of Kampeska burned to death when his house burned at dawn. remains found, suspected liquor involvement, investigation planned.
Coroner's jury at Watertown rules Lyman Moody feloniously killed by heavy instrument. Louis Montroy and Mike Andre named as guilty parties and under arrest. Mitchell awards artesian well contract to Mahanna and Johnson to tap granite-free depths. State board leaves assessments unchanged for Harrison and Northwestern telephone poles. Union County fusion fails as Populists run their own ticket. Royal Neighbors lodge Lakeview camp at Newark with 37 charter members. Judge Palmer opens campaign for attorney general at Pierre. Dakota Central extends telephone line west from Woolsey to connect eastern cities. Mrs Edith Sammis and Mrs J S Gantz depart Rapid City for Klondike.
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