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Newspaper
Sioux County Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1897
Page
2
Tus Sioux County Diggers urges readers to examine advertising pages prior to purchasing. The paper claims its advertisers offer the cheapest goods and best value, and promises frequent ads from Rock Valley merchants. Readers are advised to watch one column closely for bargains.
Osage, Sept. 27. Detectives probing the burning of four tax books believe the records were not destroyed but hidden in the city and will be sought. The ashes showed fragments, including cover pieces, and a cash book with receipt stubs is also missing from the treasurer's office.
Waverly area reports claim Kern was killed by a vigilance committee over alleged misconduct. His friends deny the charges and condemn the circulating rumors about his behavior and the vigilantes actions.
Judge J F Clyde issues restraining order against HF Wright publisher of the Mayd County Adsomite for publishing letters between A E telling of this city and Senators Gear Allison and Congressman Updegraff about Teeling's Charles City post office candidacy. Root’s term ended, Teeling named to the seat. Wright accuses GOP machine and published affidavits alleging Teeling’s poor public service record and defalcations.
Sturon Sept 25 The jury in the criminal libel case of Colonel I Ray Myers against John Longstaff publisher of the Huronite returned a verdict of not guilty after a four day circuit court trial.
Aberdeen S D September 27 Deputy Oil Inspector Dewoody inspected and rejected 600 barrels of oil belonging to the Standard Oil Company. The test was defective and the supplies were condemned by the inspector.
Whittemore progress and new projects span the town. J M Farley announces a $6000 to 7000 residence with modern features. Catholic church adds a ninety foot steeple and enlargements. Mayor Boyle sells his team to the sheriff for $500. M E church plans a new building. Dr Eastman of Platteville, owner of 1690 acres local, surveys improvements. Engeld and Henderson enhance the elevator. A dog training school under W W Titus opens, drawing many local patrons.
LeMars Sept 27 Following is the program of the German Catholic congress of the societies of St Bonifatius to be held October 12 and 13 with expected 5009 Catholics in attendance Tuesday October 9 04 a m Meeting of directors of St Bonifatius Bund 10 00 a m Meeting of priests 3 00 p m Meeting of delegates 4 00 p m Reports and elections 9 00 p m Congress session Wednesday October 12 9 00 a m Pontifical high mass sermon grand parade after mass 3 00 p m Lectures by Rev J Schwebach of LaCrosse on The Christian family Rev P X Teaching of St Lucas on The Labor Question Martin J Eberhardt of St Paul Minn on The Catholic Citizen
Cherokee Sept 27 A man named Thomas Harvey of Louisiana Mo was captured after a chase across two states. He was aboard a Chicago to Primghar bound train when sheriffs grip and warrant were left behind. Harvey reportedly fled, was recaptured, and is awaiting further action while the sheriff faces questions about conduct. The piece also notes a Democratic convention ticket with Parker Bunn Mill and Vellon nominated for local offices.
The Gaulois reports that during Emperor William II's Budapest visit Emperor Francis Joseph and the German emperor discussed U.S. interference in Spain. They warn of embittering the Queen Regent but prefer restraint and not direct interposition. France and Russia reportedly share similar views, aiming for a balanced peace policy among Europe.
Major Moses H Handy, special commissioner for the United States, predicts the US will make a strong showing at the Paris Exposition of 2000 and urges arrangments to ensure a prominent American exhibit. Handys interview reflects confidence in American participation and impact.
In Girardville Pennsylvania on September 22 a massive riot left nine dead and many injured after Polish quarrel over Hazleton troubles escalated. Hundreds armed with guns axes and knives besieged Cavendish's hotel triggering a fierce hour long battle. Police and state officials later dispersed the rioters, with numerous suspects arrested or sought for assault with intent to kill and rioting.
Colonel C V Davis reports from Juneau that Dawson City vigilantes seize riverbound prospectors within 200 miles, taking provisions by force paid in cash or gold dust. Thousands flee up the Yukon as typhoid and pneumonia ravage Dawson, with rumors of Dawson City burning denied by Davis and Shepard.
London voters confront campaign posters urging ballots with religious lines. Placards read vote for Abin son and the Apostles creed and Saump for Jones and the Apostle. Moderates in the voluntary school party push for an Apostle headed poll in the forthcoming rehag board election.
Hazelton Pa September 29 The coroner s jury which investigated the death of striking miners at Lattimer met and rendered verdicts that Clement Platark and others died of gunshot wounds on September 10 1897 at the hands of Sheriff James Martin and his deputies. The jury found the killings merciless unnecessary unjustifiable and avoidable and noted strong suspicion of unlawful violence by unknown persons making the inquest necessary.
Seattle reports the steamer City of Seattle arrived from Dyea and Skaguay with 174 disgusted Alaska residents aboard. A landslide near Sheep Camp killed Morris Choynski, cousin of Joe Choynski. Reports on missing people vary as tents and provisions were swept away. Before departure a murder suicide occurred at Stell Hoxsuth’s restaurant in Juneau.
Pittsburg Pennsylvania recounts a fatal assault after a dispute over suspenders at Marcus store. Cohen allegedly struck Marcus in the torso, causing a ruptured diaphragm. Marcus collapsed and died shortly after the incident.
Sioux City stock yards show hogs at 3.15 to 3.58, cattle and sheep figures listed with mixed results and shipments. Chicago quotes indicate hogs strong to higher, cattle steady, sheep weaker. Kansas City notes mixed cattle and hog trends. Cash quotations for grains and provisions appear with flour, wheat, oats, rye, barley, and butter highlighted. Minneapolis closing wheat prices listed with several contracts and track quotations.
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