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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1897
Page
2
New equipment and faster travel mark the Great Northern Transcontinental line with rock ballast track observation cars and dining sleepers. Trains depart Huron Tuesday Thursday and Saturday at 7 45 a m connecting at Benson Minn. Arrivals occur Monday Wednesday and Friday at 5 30 p m. W E Van Amburg, Ticket Agent, Huron.
A broad list of 1900s items notes rail expansion as the Big Four contemplate a line to Duluth, plus a mix of incidents and finance. It reports drownings in Carlisle Indiana and the Charles River, bank excess reserves in New York, a birdshooting victory in Iowa, a gymnastic convention in Milwaukee, a failed Silk Co. in Paterson, and other brief notes.
New York capitalists have closed the purchase of the famed San Xavier mine group from Boston owners. The seven mines, extensively developed, lie 16 miles south of Tucson, Arizona. Count Manfred von Matuschka of Silesia and Miss Ella Walker of Detroit were married in Detroit on Tuesday, with Miss Walker being a granddaughter of Hiram Walker of Walkerville.
The Ohio Populist state convention severed its alliance with Democrats on free silver and nominated Jacob Coxey for governor. Amid turbulent scenes anti fusionists claimed delegates were bribed by Republicans. A committee to investigate corruption charges was appointed, and the ticket included Morris Whitcomb as lieutenant governor and D. C. Pomeroy as supreme judge.
Iowa central committee of the National Democrats meets to finish organization and map campaign plans. Headquarters expected in Des Moines by Aug. 20 with speakers including Watterson Carlisle Lindsay Vilas Collins and national chairman Bynum set to speak for two weeks in Iowa.
The Virginia Democratic state convention unanimously nominated J Hoge Tyler for governor and Edward Echols for lieutenant governor on the second ballot. Over 1,500 delegates attended as the body adjourned before completing the ticket. The platform endorses free coinage of silver and repeats the 1896 platform.
New York on August 13 Seth Low agrees to run for mayor after supporters claim a Republican majority backing him and he will assist in the canvass for the campaign.
In Indianapolis on August 13 the Griffith Democrats lead over Lee Republicans in the Fourth Indiana district by 1152 votes. Griffith’s majority in last November’s race was 826.
In Asheville North Carolina on August 15 a mob from Buncombe County lynched an unidentified man. Local authorities reported the vigilante action and promised investigation while urging calm. The community remained tense as details were scarce and the incident drew widespread attention.
London reports indicate Austria-Hungary is angered by Bulgarian premier M. Stoiloff's remarks and refusal to apologize. The rift is a suspension of relations not a rupture, with Austria delegating duties to Baron Hoenning at Sofia. Bulgaria remains a major Austrian buyer and likely to endure the present stand-off.
A well equipped 21 member Klondike party from New England landed in Seattle on August 14. Captain Arthur E. Seymour leads the group, each contributing 1000 dollars to cover all expenses and profits. The outfit is costly yet practical with top quality gear, and the party left Boston August 4 amid a large demonstration.
Aug 14 Constantinople placards threaten violence if demands for government reform are not met. They accuse the regime and warn bloodshed like the Armenian massacres. War Minister Riza Pasha orders commanders to tighten control over officers.
Ontario cabinet adopts timber rules barring laborers whose homes are outside Canada from working in crown timber camps. The move targets American and some Canadian lumbermen who have employed many non residents. Premier Hardy said timing for enforcement has not yet been decided.
Frank N. Smith of Dunseith North Dakota reports months of sick headache dizziness and stomach trouble causing poor appetite. After using Hood's Sarsaparilla he is relieved and has a fine appetite. He endorses the product as the only pills to take.
Paris reports a dawn duel at Vacresson between Prince Henri of Orleans and the Count of Turin. Henri was wounded twice, the fight lasting 26 minutes with five engagements. Doctors say no vital organ was touched. both sides agreed to stop after the fifth assault.
Rome witnesses a triumphant welcome as crowds cheer the Count of Turin after the duel result. Royal hymns play, flags adorn houses, and special newspaper editions detail the encounter. Extra guards are posted at the French embassy and consulate amid widespread congratulatory telegraphs to the royal family.
The steamer Khonghalfdan reports at 4 50 a m sighting a large balloon between Haugesund and Nivarden. A guide rope about 400 feet hung from the car. It is believed to be the balloon of aeronaut Catti who ascended Friday.
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