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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1898
Page
2
A Boston backed group closes the base of seven San Reavis mines located 16 miles south of Tucson. The mines are described as extensively developed under New York capital, with Boston owners maintaining control.
Isabella Fulton, a Conicago school teacher visiting her sister in Reading, Pa., committed death by her own action by throwing herself in front of a crane. The report ties the act to the White House context from the prior administration period.
Two Harrodsburg brothers resemble each other closely. One joined the Baptist church and, needing clothes for immersion, paid his brother ten cents to be baptized in his place, creating a humorous mix up at the river.
In a unified front Chamberlain asserts a strong Anglo American alliance. He claims no possible combination should threaten their cooperation and stresses shared interests against external pressures.
Rt. Hon. Joseph Chamberlain in Wakefield outlines Britain’s imperial policy and seeking Franco Anglo cooperation in Egypt and Far East. He favors alliance with Russia and cooperation with United States and Japan, noting McKinley’s open door reference and prospects for imperial federation in future. Four buried by West Superior coal dock cave in Wis. disaster prompts rescue efforts as fire rages and coal collapse ends in multiple deaths.
A sensational report on the Nicaragua Canal is attributed to Senator Morgan. The document claims a second concession is granted by the Little Republic and labels it unwarranted. The tone hints at a forced display and a determined stance on the matter.
The Central House in Wadena Minnesota a two story frame building burned after a lamp exploded. Two bodies recovered presumed to be C J Stolquist of Sebeka and Frank Austin of Thomastown. Several guests injured by glass burns and jumping.
Articles for a 20 round boxing match between Tom Sharkey and Kid McCoy were signed in New York for January 10 at the Lenox Athletic Club with a $20,000 purse and 50 percent of receipts over $40,000. Tim Hurst named referee to avoid a fiasco. Lincoln court reverses bondman liability ruling against ex Treasurer Bartley in a $700,000 shortage case.
In Wapeena Minnesota on December 10 a previously unnamed Armenian peddler woman is added to the list of Central House fire victims, bringing the death toll to three.
A Duluth wheat train of 40 cars struck Sixth street bridge supports in St. Paul. About 150 feet of the structure collapsed. Collector A. Cohen on the bridge fell to the track with internal injuries and a broken leg, possibly fatal. Rail and telegraph traffic delayed. bridge damage估 $20,000 and train $2,000.
In Oshkosh Wisconsin a street car packed with workers was struck by a Wisconsin Central freight train and hurled about 30 feet. Several passengers were cut and bruised but no fatalities occurred. The motorman cited slippery rails as the likely cause.
A Journal report from Weywauga says rumors of a broader blaze in Milwaukee area were exaggerated. Only the Woods hotel, a three story building, burned while Main street was menaced but the fire department kept flames from spreading beyond the hotel.
A severe snow storm rages through Ironwoop Michigan with two days of continuous snowfall. Snow lies about three feet deep on flat areas and drifts reach five to eight feet in places.
Captain Whiting reports Monadnock’s arduous journey from San Francisco to Manila. He commends officers and crew for energy and efficiency that made possible what is deemed the most remarkable ironclad voyage in an emergency.
In the Swat valley combats renew between the Mad Mullah forces and the Nawab of Dir. Forty killed on each side report says. Bombay dispatch notes ongoing clashes and rising casualties as the conflict continues.
SevaT VIGGERSEN of Hyde Montana declares relief from long standing dyspepsia and headaches after using Hood's Sarsaparilla. He keeps it on hand and has recommended it to neighbors who are also pleased. Hood's Pills are described as the favorite family care.
Kingston Jamaica December 9 1900 news reports confirm Admiralty purchases Greek pond at the western edge of the port to build a vast dockyard. The new facility would be the largest in the British dominions and aims to make Jamaica a Gibraltar like command point for the Nicaragua canal and Anglo American naval alliance.
The Times protests Secretary Gage's exclusive maritime policy and hopes Congress will not endorse it. It says it supports the imperial spirit in the United States but warns against an exclusive policy in regions where it might have claimed a voice.
A Havana dispatch reports General Snyder and 700 United States troops landed at Casal port in Trinidad on Tuesday afternoon at 4 o’clock, as part of U S military activity in Santa Clara province.
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