Train lines converge at Sioux Valley Junction
Nos. 2 and La connect at Sioux Valley Junction Tor Watermond. L. H. Jongs, Agent.
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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1898
Page
2
Nos. 2 and La connect at Sioux Valley Junction Tor Watermond. L. H. Jongs, Agent.
New York telegram reports martial law extended for an indefinite period in Rio de Janeiro amid unrest Senator Pinheiro Machado and other high officials arrested on charges of conspiracy against President Moraes. The arrests create a sensation given the men’s prominence.
Sr. Pavut reports the jury returned a verdict of guilty in the Bickel case. Bickel, former vice president of Minnesota Savings Bank, faced charges of violating state banking laws as part of multiple indictments against him.
New York capitalists close the base of the famed San Keven mine group near Tucson Arizona. Seven mines have been developed extensively. the group lies 16 miles south of Tucson. Count Manfred von Matuschka and Miss Ella Walker of Detroit wed in Detroit, Miss Walker a granddaughter of Hiram Walker founder of Walkerville distillery in Ontario.
Washington reports war between the United States and Spain is a fact not yet declared by Congress. The North Atlantic squadron is ordered to Havana, a move seen as an act of war. Minister Woodford asks for passports after Spain preempts the president's ultimatum. A cabinet meeting clarifies campaign plans while secrecy is maintained to safeguard troop movements.
A liner faces the threat of capture amid ongoing hostilities. Naval observers report patrols tightening around strategic routes as ships maneuver to avoid engagement and protect vulnerable cargo and crew.
London leads with rumors of fast cruisers from Cadiz and Corunna stalking the Paris as it sails unescorted amid war warnings. Washington reports a military buildup with 100 000 volunteers from the national guard, coast patrol plans, and a potential force of 80 000 to move to Gulf ports for Cuba.
Key West reports that the steamship New York has captured a Spanish steamer running between Havana and Porto Rico. An incoming tug notes the torpedo fleet is approaching, signaling intensified naval action in the region.
The North Atlantic squadron under Captain Sampson showcases a powerful fleet including the Iowa Indiana Puritan Terror New York Cincinnati Marblehead Montgomery Vicksburg Wilmington Annapolis Ericsson Cushing Winslow and fast yachts. The force is described as capable of blockading Cuban ports connected by rail to Havana, with a note that Spanish ships arriving could force a change in strategy to seek battle.
The United States fleet sighted the Spanish merchantman Buena Ventura about 12 miles off Land Key at 7 o clock. The Nashville fired a warning shot, hoisted a prize crew under Ensign T P Magruder, and brought the vessel to Key West. The Spaniards remain unbound and a marine detail patrols the deck as 28 crewmen are held awaiting disposal by the US district attorney under prize laws.
Five or more infantry regiments en route to New Orleans Mobile and Tampa will pitch tents on the Chickamauga battlefield. Major General Brooke ordered officers to proceed at once amid unspecified reasons. About 1,500 of 5,000 cavalry and artillerymen are already encamped there by night.
In Havana on April 26 Captain General Blanco proclaimed the island of Cuba in a state of war confirming prior decrees. Martial law is imposed on those guilty of treason and crimes against independence, sedition, revolts, or attacks on government authority and those disturbing the public with printed matter.
A naval officer close to Admiral Bunce says the Spanish fleet will avoid Cuban waters and Atlantic coast actions. He expects a sudden strike by armored cruisers toward an unknown destination to confront the Asiatic squadron near the Philippines, keeping the world guessing about its path.
Fort Monroe Va April 23 Enthusiasm ran high among officers and men as first Washington bulletins arrived and word spread that Spain might have declared war Commodore Schley signalled to couple all engines from the Brooklyn at 4 o clock despite nerve strain the squadron remained upbeat.
The Post reports a military guard will be stationed at the White House in a few days under Colonel Bingham, superintendent of public buildings and grounds, with others to be assigned. Torpedoes and mines are being planted in the Potomac below Washington.
Isabella Fulton, a Chicago schoolteacher visiting Reading, Pennsylvania, leaped before a crane and died by her own hand. Sinclair had been coappointed steward of the White House by the previous administration.
A short classified notice offers Ner goods sent free with a 12 cent postage to Box 242 in Chicago. The fragmentary text remains unclear on product and organization.
The Spanish steamer Montserrat of 2,583 tons, sailing Cadiz April 10 for Havana, touched Las Palmas April 18 and left for Cuba the same day. She carried a valuable cargo and troops with war material. Troops and material were landed here. vessel continued for Havana with much cargo, promising to be a rich prize for United States cruisers.
Washington April 23 officials await passage of the volunteer army bill to authorize asking for volunteers. The required numbers mirror state populations, with Northwestern states allocated as follows: North Dakota 369, Michigan 8, South Dakota 1 480, Minnesota 200, Wisconsin 2 619, Montana 419, Washington 942, and agree 3 018.
The United States government has established censorship of telegrams, forbidding the transmission of code messages to or from Havana. The measure begins at once in Key West Florida on April 25.
Washington reports Minnesota may mobilize its entire national guard force for active service. Minnesota lists three infantry regiments and one artillery battalion in the volunteer army schedule. Ex Governor L. F. Hubbard is considered for brigade command with brigadier general rank.
A Liverpool dispatch reports the United States government has purchased the Beaver line steamer Ontario. The sale marks a notable transfer of a Canadian vessel to a U.S. government fleet.
Rio de Janeiro reports the warship Nictheroy, purchased by the United States, departs at once carrying 2000 tons of coal toward unknown destination, amid wartime U S procurement.
London April 25 Spain, it is semi officially announced, has declined to act in conformity with the Paris treaty declaration on neutral vessels and goods. Maprio April 25 El Epoca says Spain will not renounce the right of privateering.
Elizabeth A. Sandoe of Walkerville Montana reports improved appetite strength after using Hood’s Sarsaparilla. The testimonial claims Hood’s Hills is the best family tonic for stomach and liver health, described as gentle reliable and sure.
The 1,000 wire drawers of the Ho. Nail company have accepted terms set by the American steel and wire trust. They will resume operations once repairs are completed at the mill in Cincinnati.
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