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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1898
Page
1
Ad emphasizes originality and quality of Syrup of Figs from California Fig Syrup Co. It urges buyers to avoid imitations and notes the product’s medical respectability and non irritating laxative effect. Company locations listed in San Francisco New York Louisville.
Senator Kyle declares the present Senate will not ratify the Paris peace treaty with Spain and opposes the $20,000,000 indemnity to Spain. He questions the value of the Philippines, warns against colonial possessions, and argues the Monroe Doctrine would be compromised.
Senator Eugene Hale of Maine declares opposition to the Paris peace treaty stressing the Philippine question. He argues the treaty does not guarantee actual annexation and questions when it will be signed or ratified. In New York, R C Eddy from Chicago is said to have orchestrated a linseed oil interests merger valued at about 80 million dollars.
London reports from Madrid that Spain is seething with sedition driven by bankruptcy and ruin. A well informed source says revolution chances grow rapidly and Carlist disaffection extends across the nation. Justice Minister Grossard flags clergy in districts near Barcelona Zaragoza Pamplona Madrid for openly backing Carlism. Government increases railway protections in Carlist areas.
The joint peace commission met in Paris for over four hours to discuss guaranteeing Spanish citizens' rights in ceded colonies. Americans pressed for broader sovereignty changes while Spaniards argued limits beyond the ceded territories. Judge Day framed the American stance with a sharp remark about the treaty’s contents as negotiations linger.
Paris reports a general belief that a Carlist uprising will follow the Spain peace treaty. The public doubts a Bourbon restoration via insurrection and notes the republicans are divided and pose little immediate risk. The press urges restraint to avoid civil war and highlights French interest in Spain’s future.
Maprio, Dec. 7. Immediately after the signing of the treaty of peace, Senor Sagasta the premier will submit to the queen regent a question of confidence. It is thought probable that her majesty will ask Sagasta to remain in power, in which case the cortes will be convoked for Jan. 7.
At a Patriotic League meeting in Paris, Millevoye and Deroulede urged action beyond words. The crowd moved toward Cherche Midi prison where Colonel Picquard is held. Police stopped them and clashes with Revision supporters left one wounded. The mob then marched to the Strasbourg monument before dispersing.
The Shanghai Daily Telegraph correspondent reports France demanded large concessions at Nankin in the Yangtze valley but the viceroy of Nankin refused to accede. The issue centers on territorial and strategic controls in the region.
MonstREAL December 7. Telegraph operators on the Grand Trunk railway threaten to strike after weeks of committee negotiations with the company over better pay and shorter hours.
The Two Hundred and Second New York regiment along with General George Davis and staff boarded the transport Minnewaska in Savannah. The ship remains anchored in the stream awaiting departure bound for Mariano in Pinar del Rio province.
Major General Wheeler appeared in the house to resume congressional duties and said he probably would resign in the army though plans were not yet fixed. The statement followed celebratory reception and heightened speculation about his future.
Washington reports no hitch in Paris peace talks with Spain. Spanish commissioners agree to American demands of the protocol, easing fears of failure. Current discussions cover objects the United States seeks to secure through direct negotiation rather than formal correspondence.
The newly organized Cuban supreme court held its opening ceremony in Santiago de Cuba. General Leonard Wood welcomed the justices at the palace and, with aides, escorted them to the chamber. Wood declared the court a U S government authority and urged obedience to its decrees. Chief Justice Echevarria answered as the first Cuban court session began.
Lexington reports the death of Colonel A B Hunt a longtime Phoenix hotel night clerk in this city for 20 years He was the original of "the Colonel" in the play In Old Kentucky The death came from Detroit Michigan confirming the famed nickname tied to his stage notoriety.
The article argues health depends on pure rich blood and digestion. It promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a true blood purifier, claiming many cures and longevity for families. Hood's Pills are recommended to accompany Hood's Sarsaparilla.
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