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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1892
Page
6
After a week of forced labor many enslaved people escaped and reached Kentucky, highlighting a rare successful exodus amid harsh control. Authorities pursue fugitives as communities debate liberty and enforcement.
A troubled account describes Stein and companions forced to work on a railroad by armed guards near a Kentucky line town. They endured slavery conditions, escaped at night with bloodhound pursuit, and scattered after reaching Kentucky and a mining camp. Stein alone returned to Pittsburg amid unclear fates for others.
The article profiles Z L Goforth a man accused of marrying many women across Arkansas and some Missouri brides. He reportedly has a wife in nearly every county, marrying at about four times a year since 1860. His latest marriage to Delia Dawson of Ripley Missouri ended with desertion.
Valparaiso dispatch reports Foreign Minister Errazuriue handed the Peruvian charge d affaires an order transferring guano deposits on Huedillas Lobos de Afuera Pabellon Pica and Punta de Lobos to the Peruvian government. A second order signed by the Chilean finance minister transfers concessions under the 1890 protocol.
At Mankato Minnesota on December 1 Arraigned defendants include Mrs Artia Kuester charged with first degree murder for harming her two children she pleads not guilty with trial expected next week likely insanity defense Frank Giefer arraigned on first degree murder for killing Leonard Roway John Phillips arraigned for stealing wheat both defendants given twenty four hours to plead.
A man believed to be the San t al bank robber from New Mexico was shot and killed near Snowflake Arizona while resisting arrest by a sheriff posse. The suspect, identified as Tyler, and associate James Flake, a noted Mormon, were involved in the confrontation.
Barre Mont Dec 12 Attorney Bmapleton representing contestants in the Davis will case has given notice of a motion to fix a date for a new trial. The motion will be heard Saturday Dec 17. All compromise efforts have been dropped as futile.
Dec 12 reports note General Rosecrant is better and walking in his rooms. Dr. Ross, his physician, says he has improved materially and remains under care.
The government negotiates reestablishment of postal regulations with El Salvador, aiming to reestablish standard mail procedures and cross-border services by December 19. Officials indicate progress toward formal agreement and implementation timelines.
A fire destroyed the Baker Rough building and merchandise in Ottumwa Iowa with losses reported at 45000 dollars and 25000 dollars insured. The article mentions other incidents including a two year prison sentence for Patrick Finn and a fleeing firm member Lucius Weinchenck amid a 20000 dollar shortage.
Hog prices fell five cents, cattle steady with prime steers 19 to 93.50, prime cows 185 to 185, light veal calves 3.50 to 4.25, heavy calves 1.75 to 2.00, stockers 1.35 to 1.90, feeders 1.60 to 2.75, veals 1.25 to 2.00. Sheep steady with muttons 3.50 to 4.15 and lambs 3.25 to 4.15. Receipts hogs 1,000 cattle 200 calves 10 sheep 3,000.
Minneapolis grain report lists bid and ask levels with May and December openings and closes. Prices shown include Hard No 1 and Northern variants, with data points in cents per bushel and reference to track No 1.
Cattle steady and sheep firm at Chicago Union Stock Yards. Hogs mixed and steady to firm with weights 5.10 to 6.45 per cwt reported. Totals show 4,090 cattle 18,000 hogs and - sheep listed in the day’s catalog. market activity described with prices and weight classes.
Open prices dated December 22 1902 list Wheat January and May at varied figures Corn January and May trades Mutable Oats January and May Pork January and May Lard January and May Short Ribs January and May with inconsistent digits in the report reflecting old market ticker errors
A midnight to dawn clash in Wenatchee, Washington, pits Great Northern graders against Italian workers led by Guiseppe Vacco. Revolvers and knives used as crowds clash around a saloon. several injured as the mob disperses at dawn.
The Populist conference in Topeka Kansas closes with no radical measures. Republicans are unlikely to face serious resistance when electing officers. Congressman-elect Hudson says the People’s party remains a reform group and opposes revolutionary action.
The state board of canvassers completed the state ticket tally. McFarland leads for secretary of state with 219 464 votes, trailed by McCologne 196 686 and Gilette 20 256 from the People's party, plus 6 087 for Taft Prohibition. Other officers show similar patterns. Ahlwardt sentenced in London to five months for libel. Loewe case details given.
In Johrnéy Crry Tenn a shooting that left Henery Green dead with a pistol bullet in the brain signals a reopening of the Green Jones feud in Harcock county. The feud has claimed multiple fatalities and sent many to prison or into exile.
In Nashville on December 12 Mrs H Clay King and her daughters seek an absolute pardon for Colonel King, life term for murder in Memphis. Public debate centers on whether Governor Buchanan will grant clemency.
Boston December 12 Champion Corbetts manager Mr Brady says Corbett will not recognize any deposit unless it is made with a reputable New York newspaper He plans to train for a September or October match but will not recognize Goddard until Goddard meets Jackson to set the Australian title defense
Washington december figures show Treasury pension disbursements at 5,886,000 while internal revenue receipts total 4,041,000 leaving a shortfall of over 1,260,000 for the month to date.
Congressman John O Neill filed a contest against Charles F Joy in St Louis after returns showed Joy leading by 67 votes. The rival claimed a strong margin and urged confidence despite local recounts.
Harper’s Weekly is described as a leading illustrated periodical in America combining news and fiction. It highlights its complete World’s Fair illustration series making it a key souvenir and timely record of public events and current history.
An advertisement from Harper & Brothers New York offering per year rates for Harper's Periodicals. It details bound volumes for back issues, air or express delivery options, freight limits, pricing at seven dollars per volume, mailing a dollar binding cases, and accepted remittance by post office money orders.
A remark praising the North American Review as the best way for Americans to stay informed on shifting public topics is quoted, underscoring its role in broad national understanding.
The North American Review claims to present top public concerns in politics science finance industry and society with impartial treatment from leading writers. It highlights its breadth of subjects and lists notable contributors from England Italy and beyond as proof of its authoritative status for readers seeking timely information.
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