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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1899
Page
3
A disaster at the Chicago Coliseum leaves workmen buried under tons of steel when a dozen immense arches forming the supports collapse without warning. Rescue efforts continue as crews search for survivors.
Twelve steel arches weighing 33 tons each toppled during construction on Wabash avenue. Nine men were killed and two missing, with ten hospitalized and four expected to die. The Pittsburg Bridge company had just completed the section and the fall appeared to start with the 12th arch collapsing onto neighbors.
Fire at 1 a m gutted nine of ten buildings housing St Agnes convent and orphanage in Sparkill New York causing four deaths Helen Brown 6 Emma Mackin 7 Jane 70 and Mary Kate McCarthy 28 while Therese Murphy 16 and Mary Brown 4 are missing. Sisters and older inmates displayed heroism guiding others to safety and many escaped through flames and smoke.
A Cebu cable says Dato Mundi and his tribesmen have taken the warpath against insurgents occupying Zamboanga. He welcomed General Bates, sought U S citizenship, and was granted an American flag. Bates plans to return to the Sulu archipelago to set up American garrisons.
Four races totaling 11 000 in purses opened Nutwood park meeting. Winners were Sarah 5 of Conger Iowa in the 2 15 trot for 8000 dollars, Riley B of Missouri in the 83 year old pace for 3000, Fannie Dillard of Cleveland in the 2 12 pace for 3000, and Black Robert of Berlin Wisconsin in the 3 40 trot for 2000.
The Wilmarth perjury action against Sheriff Medberry was tried before Justice Van Dalsem. The court dismissed the case for lack of grounds and taxed costs against Wilmarth, who appeals the ruling. The state contends the action was initiated by a justice of the peace in the absence of the prosecutor. The filing of costs against the complainant is criticized as unjust given similar chickens shooting case lacked valid grounds.
A list of names is announced for petit jurors to serve at the September term of the circuit court convening in this city on September 12. The panel includes Levi Palmer Clyde Fred Cossum Banner M Gray Clyde William Dresser Banner Frank Arnold Richland Frank McClure Foster S C Taylor Wolsey Fred Stuerwald Martland Simon Ferguson Pleasant View etc. Jurors must appear September 13 at 10 a.m. Judge Campbell plans to dispose of criminal cases in the first week.
The program for the Eugene Field entertainment at the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening August 31 features Nurse lullaby by Mrs S D Dinnen, Japanese lullaby by Miss Julia Van Stien, Armenian lullaby by Miss Jessie Evans, Dutch lullaby by Miss Elsie Lynch, Nightfall at Dordrecht by Mrs Robinson, Lullaby by the Ladies Quartette, a duet by Miss Sterling and Miss Miller, Little Boy Blue by the Ladies Quartette, Reading by Miss Lyda Wharton, Violin solo by Professor Hull, Reading by Miss Florence Sterling, a solo by Mr Tilroe, and Seein Things at Night by the Male Quartette.
A description of a healthy woman thriving on good food sun and outdoor exercise. It notes her glow and bloom of beauty and recommends the gentle Syrup of Figs from the California Fig Syrup Company for cleansing when needed.
An advertisement touts Icnsumption Cure-Warner’s White Wine Tar Syrup as the best cough remedy on earth promising a cure in one day when taken. The product is sold in 25 and 50 cent sizes.
The article describes Buffalo Bill’s promotion of twenty five Rough Riders and a grand spectacle in Huron with Annie Oakley and Colonel Cody. It also includes a lengthy legal notice of mortgage foreclosure in Beadle County South Dakota with a sale set for September 16 1899 at 2 30 PM.
John Mathias a Pulaski Kentucky stock dealer says after a week of flux and failing remedies he used Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and cured in half a bottle. For sale by Holland Wheeler.
Notice states Rice & Wherton dissolved and H J Rice assumes all debts and purchases property and goodwill. All sums due to Rice & Wherton payable to H J Rice. obligations prior to this date assumed by him. Dated August 30, 1899. Also an advertisement for Mrs Winston's Soothing Syrup claims teething relief and cure for diarrhea at twenty five cents.
Miss Andie Oakley reports widespread use among Buffalo Bill Wild West Co for Allen's Foot Ease powder to relieve stings bunions and swelling. The product is marketed as a sure cure for hot aching feet and is sold by druggists and shoe stores at 25 cents with free samples available by mail.
An advertisement claims Warner's White Wine of Tar Stirrup cures La Grippe in 24 hours and relieves the subsequent cough. It promotes bottles priced at 25 and 50 cents for relief and complete cure.
Advertisement notes that wives with loss of beauty may suffer from constipation indigestion and headaches. Karl's Clover Root Tea is claimed to cure these ailments for half a century. Priced at 25 and 50 cents with a money back guarantee if not satisfactory. A. J. Bick.
Prof. George W. Hull formerly of Sandusky Ohio will take pupils in violin after June 24. Those wishing to study this summer should apply at the music store.
An advertisement claims Karl's Clover Root Tea cleanses offensive breath by acting on the bowels. Sold for years with an absolute guarantee. Price 25 cents and 50 cents. A. J. Bick.
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