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Newspaper
Philip Weekly Review
Location
Philip, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1910
Page
3
A formal oath was taken elevating King George the Fifth to the throne. Citizens and officials acknowledge the transition as the nation begins a new reign under his rule.
The aging King Edward VII died at 11:45 PM in Saint James Palace in the presence of Queen Alexandra and royal family, with Prince George of Wales succeeding to the throne as George V. Reports note double pneumonia and possible stroke. funeral ceremonies planned for Windsor and Westminster with state honors and mournful crowds across London.
A Missouri River and Northwestern railroad property will be sold by court order as justice actions proceed. The sale aims to settle debts and distribute proceeds as directed by the court, with notices to creditors and interested parties forthcoming.
In Sioux Falls federal court Judge Carland appointed Deputy U S Marshal to oversee the Missouri River and Northwestern railroad sale. The action is a step to clear title, with new owners outlining plans to run the 25 mile link between Rapid City and Myatt as part of a tourist traffic boost this summer. The line connects Northwestern and Burlington routes through a scenic canyon.
In a tense courtroom scene, prosecutors pressure the Hyde defense as a new witness is brought to rebut key testimony. The exchange centers on credibility and potential contradictions in prior statements, signaling a pivotal moment in the trial.
Fragmentary report describes Hyde’s denials and alleged cyanide capsule evidence. Saneos Cly and Tom Swope cited by defense and prosecution amid testimony about cyanide possession and the chain of evidence in the case.
St Paul May 11 The town of Grand Tina destroyed by fire last night with 200 persons displaced. Wireless operator fled during the blaze leaving authorities to battle the flames. Casualties unknown and a swift investigation begun to determine cause.
A dozen towns face menace from fire in the pepper country. Alston is surrounded by flames, and aid has been sent for fifty inmates of the Toughton county poor farm who were rescued.
London May 11 King George plans to modify the oath to favor Catholics and possibly omit papal references as he opens the first parliament. Public opposition grows while the aged monarch works twenty hours daily, sparking concern for his health.
Emperor William hosts President Roosevelt during a Berlin visit as Colonel Roosevelt and party tour military maneuvers in Herbertty with Prof Frankel noting Roosevelt offered limited remarks. Dinner in Roosevelt's honor planned by Chancellor von Buelow tonight amid formalities.
The railroad rate bill cleared the Senate after a 200 to 19 vote in the House and President Taft praised the retention of the court of commerce clause. Democrats supported the measure, and senators continued refining the bill with expectations of House action and possible conference.
An earthquake struck Costa Rica today causing tremors across the region. Residents reported shaking felt in multiple cities as authorities assessed structural damage and advised caution while utilities respond to outages. No detailed casualty figures were available at press time.
In San Jose on May 11 reports say earthquakes were felt again in Costa Rica with volcanoes Peas and Kraze erupting. People are panicked and many are said to be dying of pestilence as the scene worsens and relief efforts struggle to respond.
Glasgow Kentucky May 11 J Yates and A H Forbes fell from a balloon at Center Kentucky this morning and will likely die from their injuries both men are so badly injured they cannot balk Chicago May 11 District Attorney Wayman continues the investigation into the senatorial scandal with the grand jury and Attorney General William J Stead and Governor Deneen have asked the circuit court to stop the investigation by District Attorney Burke at Springfield until the Chicago investigation is over Wayman fears Burke s activity will spoil the entire investigation Mudge refuses to interfere Springfield May 11 Judge Shirley refuses to interfere and postpone the investigation and Burke is going ahead
London reports rising unrest in Yuenchow near Cuang with additional rioting noted. Separate wire notes from Milwaukee report forest fires sweeping northern Minnesota and Wisconsin across 500 square miles threatening large timber tracts and surrounding communities.
The general federation of women's clubs begins its tenth biennial convention at Music Hall Cincinnati with delegates from across the United States in attendance. An afternoon reception at the Linton hotel follows the opening session and formal exercises tonight at Muste Hall with welcomes from Governor Hammond and Mayor Schwab. The event runs through next Wednesday, addressing conservation suffrage health morale child labor domestic science universal peace and related topics.
Washington reports the probe into Ballinger’s tenure as commissioner of the General Land Office is finished. Brandela begins to outline Ballinger’s alleged ties to land deals prior to his Interior Secretary appointment.
An advertisement promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a remedy for backache caused by kidney congestion or inflammation. It cites a user in Deadwood praising the treatment and notes the product retails at 50 cents a box from Foster Milburn Co of Buffalo New York.
President Taft named Roosevelt as social ambassador to attend King Edward VII’s funeral on May 20. Roosevelt accepted the appointment by cable. Frank Kellogg, famed Saint Paul district attorney, retired today to join Roosevelt in the duty.
Redwood City May 11 District Attorney Bullock of San Mateo county started action to stop the planned fight between Billy Papke and Joe Thomas set for Saturday at Mission arenas. The move aims to prevent a setup that could affect the Jeffries Johnson mill.
Hundreds of members attend the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers convention in Detroit as the session ends they plan to travel to Cleveland for the dedication of the union's new million dollar home. As windslyman McGrath of Brooklyn has won passage of his Sunday basketball bill in the New York Federal Assembly, now before the senate to complete the move.
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