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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1896
Page
6
A sales ad from Erie Medical Co promises a universal home treatment to strengthen weak areas of the body. It claims benefits in a day and features testimonials from men across 50 states and foreign countries with a descriptive book mailed free.
Varied items report political maneuvers and international tensions including fusion talk between Georgia Republicans and Populists, Cuban recognition debate, and Diaz Diaz stance on Monroe doctrine. Also noted are mining labor concerns, canal electric plans, Red Lake pine sale, pension criticism by Grand Army, and legal opinions affecting banks and shippers.
A 19th century testimonial-promotional notice touts S S S as a superior blood remedy for eczema and other diseases rooted in the blood. It claims strong relief after three days, praises patient William Armstrong of De Pere Wisconsin, and promises free books from Swift Specific Co. Atlanta Ga.
Dutouth Minn April 24 The government sues men cutting timber on government lands near the Canadian border The Stiller brothers Louis William and Rufus are charged with having 100000 feet of white pine logs on the Rainy river bank and are asked to pay 500 for the logs A second similar case is listed These are small cases but larger actions are anticipated
Ottawa dispatch reports Premier Bowell will submit resignations shortly and that Sir Charles Tupper is expected to become the new premier. The Times notes a swift transition as ministers retreat from office in the wake of Bowell's leadership.
James H. Mulligan of Kentucky, former consul general to Samoa, who declined a consular post in South Africa, is appointed to a position in the Treasury Department customs division.
The document outlines delegate allotments for state conventions with 75 percent delegated fractions for governor candidate Chas. Be Slton in 1894. It states unorganized counties receive one delegate per convention, and that the call is dated the 10th day of a month at W pores. D. By order of the State Central Committee, A. C. Johnson Chairman and LEE STOVER Secretary.
Paris April 25 The Bourgeois cabinet has resigned. Premier Bourgeois announced the move as the chamber reconvened and then with his colleagues withdrew. He cited the senate’s overreach on constitutional interpretation but said the action was driven by failure to secure military relief for Madagascar.
Edna Varney aged 16 and Emma Cunningham aged 15 died by their own hand in the Downsville mill pond nine miles north of Menomonie Wisconsin. They were last seen Tuesday evening and a cloak watch a bottle of Laudanum lay on the pond bank. Found letters mention prominent locals and spark widespread excitement.
The passenger boat Northland of the Northern Steamship company sustained 25 000 to 20 000 dollars in damage from a late night fire near the pilothouse. The blaze spread into the interior via the shaft, heavily damaging the forward main and parlor cabins. Valued at 506 000 dollars and insured for 100 000, it will take about a month to repair. origin of the fire remains unknown.
Secretary Smith approves as basis for patent the Minnesota swamp land selections totaling 56 038 acres in the Duluth district with the state listed as the selecting entity.
The senate in executive session confirmed General Fitzhugh Lee as consul general to Havana Cuba with no opposition. Wasa Hineton reports the vote as unopposed and official.
A broad assertion claims Hood's Sarsaparilla directly proves it cures diseases from impure blood. The text extols an unrivaled cure record, noting many remedies achieved after other preparations failed.
An old newspaper line claims Hood's Pills cure biliousness jaundice indigestion and sick headache. The ad-style claim emphasizes liver health and general well being.
The Times Washington special reports President Cleveland has informal proposed general arbitration between United States and Great Britain. It would cover all disputes including the Venezuelan issue, allowing Lord Salisbury to settle without directly humbling British pride. No reply has been received.
The House, after finishing appropriations, will vote on the Pickler general pension bill this week with broad Republican support and several Democratic votes. The bankruptcy bill is slated for three days of debate. The Senate plans to consider appropriation measures starting with the naval bill followed by river and harbor or District of Columbia bills.
The Times Herald notes a rally is anticipated in grain and provision markets once May deliveries pass. It cites a recent drop from 653 to 6214 and a close around 63 g, with expected May liquidation and large spring wheat deliveries next Friday. Bulls may benefit once delivery pressures ease.
United States Consul Plumacher at Maracaibo reports a Venezuelan government contract with Dr. Galavis to bring 60 000 immigrants from America Germany Switzerland Spain Ireland Italy and Holland. The plan offers special inducements and aims to spur a broader immigration policy to develop Venezuela’s vast resources.
The Pioneer Press reports Chicago West railroad interest aims to extend a spur from Red Cedar to Duluth. The Milwaukee plan would reach Nomomonie and Cedar Falls, cross Soo at Poskin Lake and Omaha at Cumberland, traversing Dunn Barron Burnett and Douglas counties.
Kate L. Neumann wife of Lieutenant Bertram S. Neumann U S Navy secured a divorce in Perry Oklahoma. She is the daughter of Captain A B Dawson U S A and lives in Washington and New York. The case was tried here three months ago and the court then refused a decree.
Washington figures in an April 28 report estimate a Treasury deficit for the year ending June 30, 1896 of about 25 million dollars. Officials and other experts say the estimate reflects best judgement.
Washington April 28 Senate approval seals passage of the sundry civil appropriation bill setting funding for miscellaneous government programs and agencies.
The Bermuda steamer docked at Jacksonville at 4 pm and anchored opposite Clyde dock. A covered barge loaded with arms and ammunition was unloaded to the Bermuda by nightfall. Six large lifeboats, each for 50 men, were transferred to the vessel during the operation.
Joseph H. Manley of Maine opens headquarters in Washington to direct Speaker Reed's presidential bid. Manley states the cause and candidate are growing and expresses satisfaction with the situation.
Log driving on the St. Croix river and its tributaries continues with unusual activity as heavy rains have swollen creeks to bank full and millions of logs flow toward the Mississippi. The late season leaves logs still iced over lakes, hindering progress.
A cyclone of good sized proportions passed over Park Rapids Minnesota at about five o clock in the afternoon. It formed two miles southwest of town, touched ground and moved northeast, but rose before reaching the village and did no damage as far as can be learned.
Clarence Smith a boy living at Elk Mountain was shot and killed by John Sellers after a family quarrel led to a meeting to discuss troubles. Sellers drew a Winchester and shot Smith through the head then fired at another Smith boy, but missed.
Ottumwa April 28 The Wal nut Black Coal association notified its men it will pay only 60 cents a ton for mining. The men vow a bitter strike, with other operators to aid the strikers, arguing 70 cents is already low and 50 cents would not raise coal demand.
The article extols Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as a remedy for constipation inactive liver and impaired digestion. It claims the pellets cure disorder ed liver sick headache dyspepsia piles and constipation and its accompanying ills.
Harper's Weekly outlines plans for 1896 including coverage of world events, art literature music drama and politics. It promises new departments by Litz and Lervers and ongoing travel reports by Ralph Davis and Zogbaum, with Howells Crockett and Bigelow also featured.
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The notice invites correspondence about membership obligations and support for the organization. It outlines the need for volunteers and contributions, and states a plan to deliver a complete program package to any addressed recipient by the 23d Street location.
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