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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1895
Page
5
Special correspondence from Havana reports General Campos has resigned the captain-generalship of Cuba. He is said to urge the home government to grant the island self-government, a move viewed by observers as a sign of weakness.
The Times reports from Havana dated August 7 that General Moreno has taken chief command in Santiago de Cuba province. Insurgents grow in Matanzas as 1,360 troops and Havana volunteers are drawn for service, raising fears for Spain. Madrid posts favor Spaniards, provoking criticism of Cuban administration limits. Cabezas as finance director is notably deprecated.
A man arriving from Guthrie says Oklahoma is forming a regiment to join Cuban insurgents. He notes the territory is filled with adventurers eager for excitement and novelty.
A World special cable from Tokio reports a cabinet crisis over honor and titles. Prime Minister Count Ito rejects a marquisate offered without his knowledge and leaves the capital until the issue is resolved. War Minister Count Yamagata also declines a marquisate for similar reasons.
Dr J H Whiteford of Wuner D of Aug 14 shot and killed his wife during temporary insanity and then committed suicide. A longtime prominent physician, he was found dead near his smoking pistol with neighbors noting no prior signs of mental decline. Mrs Whiteford was described as estimable and the doctor as upright.
CuicaGco Aug 14 Chinatown reacts to Gee Seng death at county hospital. Coroner to conduct a post mortem before burial, prompting prominent Chinamen to protest the procedure and seek help from the Chinese consul in San Francisco to halt the exam.
New Orleans Aug 14 Sunday morning at 4 o clock George P Tinker lineotypist on the Times Democrat finished setting 81041 cms of agate type in eight continuous hours correcting all errors The performance breaks all prior records and establishes him as the world's fastest type setter
Cecil Howard, married five weeks ago in Wesster City, Ia, vanished mysteriously. Friends join in a wide search with a reward offered for information leading to his whereabouts as the devastated bride awaits news.
New York August 14 report states Building Superintendent Constable began an inquiry into the Broadway building wreck that killed many workers. He vows to uncover all evidence and prosecute the guilty if criminal negligence is proven.
Information from reliable sources indicates that the Des Moines Northern and Western railroad owned by millionaire Hubbel of Des Moines will be extended from Fonda its present terminus to Spencer.
A Tacoma dispatch reports Northern Pacific circles confirm Hill Ad ams plan to reorganize is off and an authoritative New York statement will follow. Officials say current earnings cover interest on all mortgages and may soon cover total bonded debt with growth. Morgan and Adams reportedly shifted stance though no commitment to the third company project. A two week window opens for rejection and potential independent reorganization. The railroad earns about 6 million annually, while 8 to 9 million would cover all debt interest. Hill allegedly seeks control of the coast terminal system valued at 8 to 10 million.
Senor Nicola Pierola elected president of Peru. Senator Hoar writes a letter attacking the A P A. Brazil negotiates a commercial treaty with the United States. Howard Goulds yacht Niagara wins Southampton race by nearly six minutes. Japanese army defeats rebels on August 7 and 8. Earthquake shocks hit City of Mexico Monday. Naumekeg cotton mills Salem lays off wage increases Aug 19. Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers marks 32nd anniversary in Pittsburg. Light pork packing reduces need for 150 agency microscopists.
In the Western League at Minneapolis St Paul won 15 to 14 and Milwaukee beat Kansas City 19 to 8. In the National League Brooklyn defeated Philadelphia 3 2 Boston outslugged Washington 4 3 Cleveland beat St Louis 5 4 Cincinnati won over Pittsburg 10 4 Baltimore defeated New York 8 2 and Chicago edged Louisville 6 5.
Milwaukee grain market shows quiet trading with prices for wheat at No. 2 spring 65c No. 1 Northern 66c September 66c. Corn No 3 39c. Oats No 2 white 24c No 3 white 20 22c. Barley No 2 43c sample on track 40 42c. Rye No 1 45c.
Cash wheat values listed with grades and futures quotes. No. 1 hard 67 1/2 cents, No. 1 Northern 6 3/4 cents, August No. 1 Northern 68 1/4 cents, September 64 cents, December 66 cents.
Minneapolis reports grain values with Wheat August at 4 cents, September 621/2 cents, December 63 1/2 cents. On track No 1 hard 67 44 cents, No 1 Northern 16 1/2 cents, No 2 Northern 65 3/4 to 62 1/2 cents.
At St Paul Union Stock Yards on August 12 1895 hogs failed to form a market with no trading. Cattle were firm and active with good demand for fat cattle and feeders, receipts mainly from North Dakota. Sheep dull with Western receipts and a 75 cent decline on a Saturday load. Lambs 2.90 3.20, muttons 2.50, common 1.00. Receipts: Hogs 15, cattle 200, sheep 1,200, calves 15.
Chicago market report shows hog trading weak after opening strong with losses to 10 cents, light to heavy cuts sold from 4.30 to 5.25, cattle best steady with some declines, Texas steers quoted 2.80 to 4.25, sheep quiet at prior week prices. Receipts: hogs 20,000. cattle 17,000. sheep 1,000.
Grain prices show Wheat at 65c August 6834c September 684c December 68.4c May 72.4c Corn ranges from 35c August to 31.5c May Oats list 19c August 19c September 19c October 23c May 21c December Pork quotes peak at 9.60 in August 9.65 in September with later values 0.70 and 10.25 Lard quotes range 6. zero to 6.12 in October and 6.074 in January Short Ribs price listed 5.75 August and 25.8234 in Sept-Oct January none provided
World dispatches from Foo Chow report mobs looting the American mission chapel at Inghok and a planned massacre feared as Chinese officials fail to protect missionaries. An official was killed en route to Foo Chow and gunboat protection is absent amid rising tensions and accusations of government neglect.
Dr Hartman renowned physician surgeon invites women suffering from any form of female weakness to write for free medical guidance. He promises personalized attention, four decades of knowledge, and availability of medicines at drug stores with a free medical book on female diseases and a cancer booklet sent to requesters in Columbus Ohio.
A Pall Mall Gazette dispatch from Shanghai says fanatical outbreaks against Christians have occurred in Ching Chow in Fokien and in Hupeh Tai Ping and An Hui. 200 Sikhs from Hong Kong will escort the British consul from Foo Chow to Ku Cheng for an inquiry into the outrages, with further incidents feared unless Britain acts swiftly.
In Philadelphia on August 13 James J. Corbett and Robert Fitzsimmons clashed in Green's hotel bar. Corbett taunted Fitzsimmons over bicycle race talk and tweaked his nose before a scuffle was broken up. Corbett later spat at Fitzsimmons, who was escorted away by friends.
At a public meeting in Hone Kone on August 10, attendees condemn the Chinese government for connivance in the Ku Cheng massacres. They denounce British government apathy and insist that mere money compensation is inadequate and that swift, stern action is necessary.
Shanghai dispatch reports growing anger over not sending British troops from Hong Kong to escort the consul to Ku Cheng. Pekin ministers fail to grasp the gravity of the crisis. Advisers urge troops to Fu Chau as the viceroy lacks real force to arrest.
Advices from Moosh say Turkish authorities block further relief distribution by the Armenian committee. It is expected funds collected for Armenian succor will be turned over to the American missionaries.
Fort Gibbon I T Aug 9 This town gives Mays a majority of 24 for chief More whisky and money was used here than was ever known in any previous election From meager reports received here it is believed Mays is elected.
Rio de Janeiro dispatch says rebels there are believed to reject the peace terms and both sides plan to renew hostilities. The Times correspondent notes heightened expectation of renewed fighting this week.
G E Graber first publisher of the Harlem New Era was found dead in bed at Great Bend Richland County. Officials attributed death to excessive cigarette smoking.
In Chatfield Minnesota a 9 year old boy, son of Daniel Moore, aged 9, living between Chatfield and Fountain, fell under a harvester. Both legs were severed above the ankle and his recovery is doubtful.
S H Watson a prominent and longtime Iowa banker died Thursday in Vinton. He was among the state's oldest financial figures and held a leading role in local banking circles.
Reports that the Monterey arrived with four of six boilers useless are denied by crew members who say five boilers were in use and speeds of eight knots were reached. They note only minor boiler tube leaks requiring retubing and confirm the ship could have continued to San Francisco. The navy department is informed of the facts.
Mrs. M. L. Taylor formerly lived with her husband in Spring Valley Minnesota but moved to La Crosse and runs a millinery shop. The couple agreed to separation and no contest. As the judge, plaintiff, and counsel boarded a departing train to Wyckoff Wisconsin the evidence was heard en route and the decree was handed down upon arrival.
In Helena Montana on August 9 the capitol site commission could not decide, voting 3 to 2 against all five proposed locations. A motion for resignations failed and the panel adjourned to August 29 to again seek an approved site.
Northwestern Minnesota editors met at Alexandria and organized the Northwestern Editorial association adopting a constitution and bylaws. Officers elected include President Elmer E. Adams Fergus Falls Journal Vice President Luther Osborne Glyndon News Secretary C H Bronson Osakis Lake Review Treasurer A W Sheet Long Prairie Argus The executive committee will choose the second annual meeting site covering the Seventh congressional district and neighboring counties.
Ex Senator William D. Washburn of Minnesota arrived on the North German Lloyd steamship Lahn after a European trip. He was accompanied by his daughters and appeared bronzed and healthy. He declined to discuss politics, saying he was away long enough to lose the general trend and was effectively out of politics.
A syndicate of wealthy New Yorkers including Cornelius Vanderbilt J Pierpont Morgan General Samuel Thomas William and John D Rockefeller and Chauncey M Depew buys about 230 acres at Dopss Ferry N Y valued at 1 000 000 and including 107 acres of the Cyrus Field estate to establish a country club.
James Clark aged 54, a detective service employee for the Denver and Rio Grande railroad and former town marshal and deputy sheriff, was slain while walking the street in Telluride. The assassin fled the scene.
Rat Portage August 8 200 workers employed in the lumber mills walked out to protest stoppage of wage raise from 1.35 to 1.50 for 11 hours of work.
Public foreclosure sale announced on September 7 1895 at 10 am by Beadle County Sheriff. Property: NE quarter Section 24 Township 112N Range 59W Beadle County South Dakota containing 169 acres more or less. Mortgage dated March 15 1893 Gerhard B Koster Anna M Koster to Fred Zimmermann. Amount due 1046.70 including principal interest and attorney fees.
First publication August 15 and last publication September 36 list a mortgage sale led by L. H. Herz trustee. Names include Joan H. Millier and Joan L. rm Attorney for the Mortgagee. Location indicated as Huron with district court references.
Notice of mortgage foreclosure in Beadle County South Dakota on the southwest quarter of section 4 township 100 north range 62 west. Mortgage dated November 1 1891 to John H Miller for 2125 23 dollars due. Sale at the court house front door Huron October 1 at 10 am to highest cash bidder. Mortgagee Joan L Prue attorney for the mortgagee.
Mortgage foreclosure authorized for Caskie D Houghton by R O Richards under a February 1893 loan. Amount due as of notice is 57.20 including 55 principal and 2.20 interest with 10 attorney fees. Sale to be held August 17 1895 at 2 PM at the front door of Beadle County Courthouse in Huron. Property: all of section 6 township 109 north range 61 west 5th principal meridian containing 640 acres more or less.
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