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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1897
Page
2
Jones, an agent, notes Nos 2 and 4 connect at Sioux Valley Junction for Watertown while No 5 connects at ae for Gettysburg.
Snow Hix Md Nov 16 William Sidney Wilson prominent lawyer committed suicide at his home by revolver. He had been in poor health and is thought to have killed himself during a temporary aberration of mind.
Dusveve Iowa reports the season's first snow, falling broadly across Northern Iowa with general coverage. The brief note marks a milestone in the early winter weather pattern for the region. The storm's reach is described as widespread in the area.
A group of seven extensively developed mines located 16 miles south of Tucson, Arizona, has been purchased by New York capitalists from Boston owners. The deal closes a long-standing mining venture with significant regional implications for the Tucson area. Count Manfred von Matuschka of Silesia and Miss Ella Walker of Detroit were married in Detroit on Tuesday. Miss Walker is the granddaughter of Hiram Walker, founder of the Walkerville distillery in Canada.
Isabella Fulton a Chicago schoolteacher visiting Reading Pennsylvania killed herself by leaping in front of a train. The president retained Sinclair as steward of the White House an office he held during the prior administration.
A London Tit-Bits writer tours the city by underground and river, valuing monuments, bridges, museums, and hotels. He estimates assets from Bank of England and St Paul’s to Buckingham Palace, counting land, buildings, and priceless treasures worth tens of millions. The piece hints that free public access to the British Museum remains invaluable.
In a vivid Brooklyn Life dialogue, a caller asks about the City of Peking wreck. The reply confirms a total loss of souls, drowned instantly with no opportunity for last rites as the ship went down suddenly.
The House opened debate on the pension appropriation bill with Southern Democrats criticizing pensioners. Allen of Mississippi proposed amendments to curb pensions for widows and for cases after certain dates, while Norton of Ohio argued for a larger bill. Both sides admitted the 140 million dollars would not cover expenses, Cannon noting Congress could meet any deficiency.
Cuicano December wheat rose from opening price to 1.09 before finishing at 1.07, a net gain near seven cents for the day. January gained eight cents, May up about 1.5 cents, with other grains and provisions influenced by the wheat rally.
Washington December 11 The senate conducted routine business with little debate and none of the major measures passing. An attempt by Mr McBride to secure Klondike miners relief failed, yielding only a resolution requesting the secretary of war provide information on the matter. Private pension bills dominated the session with 45 enacted.
John Francis, Burlington general passenger agent, predicts a spring surge of travel to Alaska. He says at least 50,000 people will make the trip, possibly double that, with many unable to reach the Klondike. Railroads race to accommodate crowds, with ample steamers and comfortable service anticipated.
Secretary Al ger transmits a survey report on Big Stone and Traverse lakes for reservoir construction. Lieutenant Colonel Jones submits a plan costing 350000 dollars. Plans are preliminary and require further study if Congress funds the project. The plan includes a north end dyke on Lake Traverse to divert the river and control surplus discharge.
General Paul Vandervoort reports from Demings Bridge Texas that he closed a land deal with John E and Shanghai Pierce cattle kings to establish a G A R colony in the state. At least 1000 colonists will move in after the new year.
New York December 11 report that the largest life insurance policy issued totals one million dollars on George W. Vanderbilt. It is a 20 payment life contract with a yearly premium of thirty five thousand dollars. After twenty annual payments the policy ceases and the principal is payable at Vanderbilt's death.
Mrs J F Luke of Cresbard South Dakota reports her husband suffered catarrh and stomach trouble but was relieved after taking six bottles of Hood's Sarsaparilla. She calls it a necessary household remedy and praises its effectiveness.
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