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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1896
Page
2
A bold night raid at Huber's Garden near Newport saw two armed men rob a faro bank. They entered quietly during a quiet late night game, emptied pockets and till, then fled unharmed. About $75 reportedly stolen amid reticent victims.
Robert Garrett, eagle president of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad, died at the Deer Park cottage in Maryland. He had been a mentally impaired figure for years though not considered physically in danger. His wife, father-in-law, and brother-in-law were present, with Mrs. Garrett abroad.
Buzzards Bay Mass August 1 President Cleveland denies a New York financier’s claim that he spoke about a December bond issue or earlier in his administration. He provided no further comment beyond the denial.
Washington Aug circular No. 126 issued by the treasury department is expected to reach a larger circulation than any prior document. It tackles major coinage and finance questions that dominate national discussion.
Lithonia Georgia man E D Jenkins says his daughter Ida suffered severe eczema for years. Mercury and potash failed. various remedies failed until S S S was given. Improvement began and she is cured, skin clear. S S S is a vegetable blood remedy claimed to cure eczema and other blood diseases.
Washington reports July 31 that the Democratic congressional campaign headquarters are overwhelmed by demand for campaign literature. Officials note requests are mainly for silver and financial tariff documents, with backlogs in mailing and folding. Republican operations show a larger staff and extensive dispatch of tariff literature nationwide.
Minneapolis dispatch notes a Washington rumor that the president will call an extra session of Congress in September. General Fitzhugh Lee at Havana reports to the State Department on island affairs, with Olney withholding parts of it. Parties discuss the move, though no firm confirmation exists.
In New York on July 31 Republicans met Mr Hanna at his hotel then adjourned to the new national headquarters. The group held an eight oclock session lasting more than three hours discussing campaign prospects with state representatives giving brief outlooks. The executive committee then met and adjourned after a half hour. Hanna named Mr Rodgers to represent Utah and Mr Bliss as treasurer, declining further comment.
New York reports Tammany Hall endorsed Bryan and Sewall without waiting for the state convention. The executive committee, chaired by James J. Martin, passed the resolution by acclamation after a 71 to 4 vote to defeat postponement. John C. Sheehan framed endorsing remarks citing Chicago delegates as in the minority. The action follows claims of sound money principles.
At Monona Lake Assembly in Madison on politics day the Republican party and the silverites opened their campaign. Senator John M. Thurston of Nebraska argued for the gold standard while Clarence S. Darrow defended free silver at 16 to 1. Each speaker presented forceful, clear arguments and answered the other's points after the main addresses.
Sen Edward O Wolcott issues a statement in which he backs independent silver restoration and criticizes his party platform. He endorses international bimetallism in principle but argues the US can restore silver alone. condemns Democratic and other party platforms while praising Republican financial plank despite its flaws.
Batu Maine August 3 Arthur Sewall stated in an interview the sole campaign issue is free silver and that tariffs are a secondary concern. He argued prosperity comes from work and economic activity, criticizing both high and low tariffs as worsening conditions.
William F. Harrity former Democratic national committee chairman announces withdrawal from active political life. He says he will not participate in state or county conventions or influence nominations, remaining only as Pennsylvania's member of the national committee.
Curiaco Aug 3 The executive committee steering state Democrat organizations meets at Palmer House under General Bragg chairman with Bragg reporting anticipated gains from a third ticket movement. National convention work advances with 30 to 35 states expected to attend the Aug 7 conference.
Lincoln August 3 Mr Bryan and wife announce travel plans for a eastern tour starting August 7 from Lincoln aboard the Burlington to Chicago arriving Saturday afternoon They travel to Pittsburgh via Pennsylvania line late Sunday night stay overnight then depart early Tuesday for New York where a national committee meeting will occur before heading to Bath Maine to visit the Sewalls.
Harvey Ingham, editor at The Upper Des Moines, publishes Senator Allison’s letter arguing an international bimetallic agreement is probable in a reasonable time. He cites Great Britain and Germany as showing growing sentiment and stresses both precious metals as essential bases for value and world trade.
Wasa Hindon July 31 Postmaster General Wilson orders railway mail clerks to avoid active political roles. Clerks should not attend conventions as delegates give speeches or assist campaigns. Circular says it does not seek to control opinions, echoing Cleveland era policy from 1886 issued under General Superintendent White.
Atlanta Aug 3 The Populist state convention meets next Thursday with expected ratification of the St Louis ticket nominations Watson and Bryan. Judge James K Hines, former governor candidate and head of the St Louis delegation, says the convention will approve the nominations without dissent.
Lincoln reports a Minnesota official letter dated July 28 from Fairfield to Pairmont praising Bryan. The sender declares, He is my ideal. A Nebraska man or any Western man who votes against him deserves to be shot before breakfast. The note reflects partisan tensions in the era.
Hayrwarp Wisconsin August 1 The North Wisconsin Lumber company will close its mill for the season on September 1 causing over 200 workers to lose their jobs. Dull lumber market and full yard conditions are cited as the reasons.
The Third district convention at Boscopet Wisconsin renominated Congressman Babcock without opposition. The event drew strong enthusiasm among attendees and supporters.
Incon Nebraska Aug 8 The free silver wing of the Nebraska Democracy will convene its state convention in Omaha in late August at a date to be set by the state central committee officers. The plan was approved at the central committee meeting.
New York on July 29 reports 5,000 overcoat and sack coat makers quit work to join the strike. An additional 6,000 jacketmakers are to rally, swelling the labor action.
Hastines Minn August 3 Andrew Wilson charged with illegal fishing in the river was fined fifty dollars or sixty days in jail The complainant is a deputy game warden.
A severe wind storm struck Columbus at 7 20 p m with heavy rain and a velocity of 435 miles hour. Crops including corn were blown down and trees uprooted across the countryside.
A July 29 report from Baltimore notes a 4 minute storm with continuous thunder and lightning. North wind reached 35 miles per hour and the thermometer dropped 25 degrees.
The Chicago Chronicle reports on the Collier family of 4904 Armour Avenue where their daughter Etta, aged about twelve, suffered a severe St Vitus dance. After doctors failed, Alfred Collier gave Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People, leading to a dramatic recovery and renewed activities. The notary public confirms the statement. The article promotes the pills as a cure for multiple ailments and warns against imitations.
Washington reports ongoing hoarding of gold with 305000 dollars in coin and 16200 in bars withdrawn from the treasury. The day closes with 606000 dollars received, leaving the total at 106300704 dollars.
Minneapolis cyclist Joseph Griebler, a leading figure in bicycle racing, was killed in Lima Ohio after collapsing from heat during the half mile open race. He left the track and ran into a crowd, was thrown on a fence, and died about a half hour later.
Pierre July 31 The South Dakota Supreme Court dismisses the State ex rel Cranmer v Thorson but grants costs against relator The decision allows the resubmission to the voters this fall and does not rule on merits
Newton Coal company trims pay for rescue workers at the Twin shaft from 2.25 to 1.90 a day and reduces shifts from seven to four. Some miners refuse the cut and stay out of the mine amid the Pittston cavern tragedy.
In Austin on Friday night W. E. Burt, a member of a prominent local family, killed his wife and two children aged 2 and 4 and disposed of the bodies in a cistern. The foul odor from the residence led to an investigation and Burt fled the city Saturday night.
On August 1 in Cleveland a non union worker F H Buckingham drew two revolvers and fired at striking coworkers near the Brown Hoisting and Conveying Machine plant. No one was hit. Buckingham was arrested as tensions at the plant persist with workers not returning to work.
Due to extreme drought, Rapid City Spearfish Lead City and Hot Springs ban lawn sprinkling as Deadwood residents are limited to twenty minutes of water use daily. Authorities urge conservation amid the water famine hitting western South Dakota cities.
Two masked men entered George Hetzler's saloon at 1299 West Sixth Street and demanded money. Hetzler refused and was shot four times fatally. he fired once, hitting one robber in the left eye.
Aberdeen S D Aug 1 reports indicate extensive crop destruction from a hail storm. The storm began near Ipswich and moved southeast destroying crops in a belt six to eight miles wide and fifty to sixty miles long. The Hunter irrigated farm near Mellette is said to be ruined.
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