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Newspaper
The Citizen Republican
Location
Scotland, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1906
Page
3
A published Roosevelt letter to Congressman Euphyille argues for selective tariff changes only when rates hurt the nation and stresses a broad protective tariff. He cautions that trusts and monopolies are best addressed by existing laws and Congress, not quick reforms to divert attention.
A New York report notes twelve bathers saved themselves from a water danger on Sunday, while three drown near Manhattan Beach amid unclear circumstances. Separate incidents include two men drowning at Lake Minnetonka, Ralph Strole, 62, at Salsburg Point, and a pair of Carlson girls aged 11 and 14 who drowned while bathing in the Grand Haven River.
New York Aug 22 Mrs Lestie Cure tem Payne signs a five year agreement with Charles Dillngham to star under his exclusive management. This ends her long association with David Belasco. Since marriage she has had nine offers and will appear in new plays starting October 1 with a Frohman house likely.
In Webster City Iowa Sheriff Thompson and a posse end a week long man hunt for J McElhaney accused of holdups and attempted murders across Ca laship township. The outlaw is believed to have escaped and fled miles away.
Honolulu Aug 22 The Pacific Mail liner Manchuria ran aground on a reef off Rabbit Island in a heavy rainstorm at about 4 30 in the morning. The ship carrying 150 passengers and 800 tons of freight is firmly aground with limited chances of quick salvage. Tug Fearless and other vessels work the stern but progress is slow and the voyage to Honolulu faces delays.
The Calva soprano Calve visited Lourdes during a large pilgrimage while resting her voice after a three day mute spell at Cauterets. She joined a village singing hymns all day, sparking rumors of religious conversion and endangering her vocal cords. She later admitted the emotions were artistic, not religious, and promised to resume singing.
Great Northern Northern Pacific and Soo Lines propose a 10 percent cut on grain rates across territory over fifty miles from terminals. The railroad and warehouse commission deferred ruling amid opposition, with Governor Johnson calling for an inquiry. Estimated annual savings from the cut range between 1.5 and 1.9 million dollars.
Washington August 22 Acting Secretary Murray received a telegram from Walter J. Lembkey in charge of Alaska seal fisheries reporting twelve Japanese poachers captured on St Paul Island for violating U S laws protecting fur bearing seals.
Official notice states a special meeting of stockholders and voting bondholders will consider raising authorized common stock to 200 million dollars, from a prior capitalization of about 99.9 million. No immediate purchase plans for new lines. directors cite financial expansion for shareholder benefit and allow use of new stock as needed. Meeting set for October 18, 1906, at 2 PM in Chicago with authority to elect directors and approve capital stock increase.
In New York on August 21, Harriman stocks led the early rise with Union Pacific up to 1.85 and Southern Pacific advancing to a new high. Amalgamated Copper, Great Northern preferred, Northern Pacific, American Smelting, Anaconda, Atchison, Reading, and Winds showed strong gains as over 864,550 shares traded in the first hour.
Gruesome figures from St Petersburg show fifty eight officials murdered and forty three wounded in Russia during unrest. Exiles, arrests, and robberies are counted with large numbers reported, including eight hundred people vanished and seven hundred forty sent toward interior trains. Police tighten control, trains evacuate, and authorities vow stricter actions on vagabonds.
A fast freight train travelling through a heavy rainstorm at about forty five miles an hour collided with a slow work train near Sang Tol Juw Johnstown Pennsylvania killing seven and seriously injuring seven. Three of the injured are expected to die.
Chicago report notes another self caused death linked to the Milwaukee Avenue State Bank wreck. Edward Kollerb, aged two months? and depositor at the defunct bank, is said to have died from mental distress after losing his funds. Friends say financial ruin driven him to despair.
Prominent members of the Liberal Party in Havana were seized on charges of conspiracy to assassinate President Palma and overturn the government. Six officials including General Carlos Garcia Velez, Fausto Garcia Velez, Monta Zuero, Colonel Manuel Piedra, and General Enrique Loganez del Castillo face accusations, with arrests extending to Santiago. Dispatches report reinforcements gathering in Pinar del Rio as veterans rally to quell rebel bands amid disputed elections and appointments.
Colorado Springs August 21 sources report the fifty second annual Typographical union convention declares the eight hour victory near and votes to cut the strike assessment from 10 percent to 5 percent of wages. At present 38960 work eight hours 2558 on nine hour contracts and 4709 on strike. Strike costs to date run about 1.6 million with all but 47715.94 funded by peaceful workers.
German Foreign Office reports great satisfaction with the Friederichshof meeting between King Edward and Emperor William. Diplomats say the discussion covered many political questions with no binding agreement, aiming instead for a satisfactory understanding among the three nations. Officials anticipate improved relations and note personal estrangement concerns have dissipated.
A Dakota divorce case centers on statutory grounds tied to a second marriage. Mrs Amelia Gunton obtained an interlocutory decree of divorce for adultery by Professor Gunton. The court upheld Mrs Gunton as the lawful wife and refused to recognize a prior Dakota divorce, deeming the separation action as not final.
Commander in Chief announces staff appointments prior to final goournment at the National G A. Retewvoramnutilst In chief K. B. Brown of Zanesville C announced the following staff appointments Adjutant General Dnevh Wy Oeil of Ono Quartermaster Rows of New J onori Charles Li Lay Pyc for Genarii J.J of Philadelphia Chief of Staff Viacas of Wile.
Reports from Valparaiso and Santiago on August 18 describe widespread destruction and uncertain death tolls. Estimates range from 100 to 2,000 dead with property losses up to 260 million dollars. chaos, disease fears, and food shortages loom as relief efforts begin and transportation links fail.
Valparaiso suffers a major earthquake with about 2000 dead and property losses around 250 million dollars. Cities like Viña del Mar Limache Quillota and Juilola report widespread destruction as rails and power fail and survivors seek refuge on ships in the harbor. All around the region, many buildings collapsed and thousands displaced, with no meat and scarce supplies as officials recount the calamity.
Washington August 21 A discovery by Immigration Inspector James Dunn shows smuggling of immigrants from Mexico into the United States at twelve dollars per person. The group, about fifty Syrians barred for trachoma, sought passage via Naples then Mexico, crossing the border near Laredo, Texas. Officials aim to locate and deport the smuggled entrants and prosecute the organizers.
Washington reports that Japanese poachers seized at St Paul Island yielded muffled oarlocks wrapped in twine and greased to silence their boats. Authorities also seized five boats and over 100 seal skins with gear, with suspects expected to plead guilty in Alaskan court.
Cleveland health chief Secretary Frank Combex denounces quick lunch habits as ruinous to digestion and domestic harmony. He cites more divorces and domestic troubles attributed to fast meals and urges wholesome foods and proper moderation in dining.
Dayle McCrea, robbed of his money by a highwayman near Medway between Lawrenceville and Winneston, ran a mile to borrow funds from John Applegate. He returned with the cash but the would-be culprit fled, and the money was returned when Applegate and a friend confronted McCrea.
Washington Aug 21 John G A Leishman named American ambassador to Turkey has been credibly received by the Turkish foreign affairs minister and there is no move to not recognize him. The sultan's indisposition is seen as delaying formal reception but Leishman is accepted in his envoy role.
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