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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1893
Page
6
An eye opening confession attempt is detailed as exhumed notes from a police interview with Burke regarding the Dr. Cronin murder. The officer claims Burke hesitated, denied, and emphasized a trap by others, while authorities contend others influenced Burke’s eventual silence.
Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe delivered 1000 jack rabbits from Lamar to Denver for a wolf hunt cleanup. Half the rabbits went to Denver and half to Pueblo. The cargo will be unloaded at the Tabernacle and shared with poor families.
Chauncey H. Andrews, Northwestern Ohio financier and industrialist, died at 8 10 a m in Youngstown. A pioneer in railroads and iron ventures, he helped form partnerships including early Standard Oil. His death ends a prominent business career.
Mrs. W. R. Marshall wife of ex Governor Marshall dies at 4 a.m. at the family residence after an illness that lasted some time in St. Paul on December 26.
The Jumber Trade reports a nearly halt in white pine sales as winter slows activity. Shipments are light, orders to Chicago dropped, and traders anticipate uncertain prices eight weeks ahead. Yet some hope for improved demand and prices in early spring amid widespread short supply.
Fire at Red Lake Falls Minnesota destroyed the New England House and a large nearby store with contents. Losses: buildings five thousand dollars, furniture one thousand. A servant girl jumped to escape. landlord Richel’s little girl was rescued at the last moment. Barber F A Dowe lost papers worth two thousand dollars and two hundred in coin. Origin of the blaze unknown.
Herbert released a decision in the Stanton case exonerating him after he saluted Mello at Rio harbor. Stanton is restored to active duty and given command of the North Atlantic squadron, regarded as a premier posting among naval stations.
London reports W F Paul the well known whip who won a prize at Chicago's world fair died by suicide using prussic acid at a Piccadilly hotel. He faced financial difficulties. Earlier he drove the Old Times Coach from Hotel Victoria to Oakland Park and back, appearing in good health.
The Rt Hon Edward Stanhope second son of the fifth Earl Stanhope died suddenly at Chevening Sevenoaks Kent. Born September 24 1840 he joined Lord Salisbury's cabinet as secretary of state for the colonies in August 1886 and was appointed secretary of war in January 1887.
Telegrams from the East predicting a general railroad strike fail to stir Curiaco. Labor leaders denounce the reports as sensational and say such a strike is as remote as ever.
Henry Paetz, a North Dakota farmer, was robbed of 190 dollars in the Mascott saloon by a confidence man who fled. Chief Garvin instructed Jimmy Manning, the saloon owner, to restore the loss. Paetz then headed to Chicago with the money.
Senator Washburn of Minnesota will not introduce the anti-option bill in the Senate as it would raise revenue and must originate in the House. He is consulting constitutional lawyers on a direct prohibition bill but believes it cannot succeed and that any bill must first pass the House. Chairman Hatch says no action until after the holidays due to quorum issues and lack of House support.
In Emporia Kansas on December 28 the board of regents of the state normal school issued a ruling to forever prohibit students from playing football. The action follows an earlier faculty resolution.
A large slate of contenders for the public printer role includes ex Public Printer Benedict. The race centers on repealing the permanent appropriations law and features McCabe Chicago candidate supported by Hopkins. William Hyde, once part owner of a St Louis firm, also seeks the post. Other notable figures include Benedict of New York Cox of Baltimore and Baughman of Frederick.
Washington reports that the House Appropriations Committee will study a bill by Representative Sayers to repeal permanent and indefinite appropriations. Critics warn of unfair impacts on claimants while supporters argue for yearly congressional review of items. The bill excludes several major funds and is referred to Secretary Carlisle for comment. Canadian officials press to keep lumber on the free list in the Wilson bill amid opposition to free lumber provisions.
In Dell Rapids a farmer backed his wagon to the coal bins at the Dell Rapids Elevator, loaded soft coal, and drove off undetected. Managers and workers believed others assisted, but the man escaped with a free load showing bold nerve. The incident highlights audacious thievery.
Agent of the Receivers in Topeka reports D H Robinson first vice president to be given full charge of Santa Fe operations. Mr Wilson says no sweeping changes expected, but final decision to be made at New York meeting next week.
A report from the customs officials shows scant sales at the world’s fair fine arts department. French Italian and English works sold little while Austrian Polish German pieces did better and Swedish art sold well. Only four Canadian paintings sold and Spanish and Russian works drew few buyers. Frederick E Triebel of Peoria Ills was the top American seller.
W L Ogden, manager of the Chicago Tribune mail and business operations, died at his home after a sudden apoplexy. He was about 65 and had served the paper 22 years, advancing from mailing clerk to management. He lived at 46 Thirty-fifth street.
A gang of 15 tramps held up a deputy sheriff and two policemen in OskaLoosa Iowa. They assaulted and robbed them after various misdeeds. The incident reflects the heavy vagabond presence in the area at the time and sparked great local excitement.
Boston report confirms the deceased doorways John A. W. Potter is the Rev. William J. Potter of New Bedford a prominent Unitarian clergyman who served as pastor there for 31 years after being found unconscious on Providence street.
Lake City Minnesota December 28 a young daughter of Reverend John Watson is severely distressed after swallowing a small penknife. It remains unclear if the knife was open or closed and serious effects are feared. Savatt Ste. Mart December 23 Peter Pocoloni of Cafter is held on suspicion of murdering his wife who vanished after a quarrel two weeks earlier with no trace found.
In Maspeth, Dec 23, masked burglars entered Cord Meyer's house and took property valued at 5000. The incident was reported as found on a rocky cliff near Beima, Ala, with a body believed to belong to a Henry Smith's child discovered after a week long search. reports mention an eagle sighting and flesh eaten from bones among scattered animal skeletons.
Officials at Cerillos New Mexico reported ten details of the race and stated no action was planned to send troops to quell the alleged disturbance.
The Fall River cotton manufacturers list, issued by G. M. Haffords & Co., shows 34 companies with stock totaling 20,378,000 and dividends totaling 1,622,840 for the year, yielding 7.96 percent.
A plan to build an electric road from Portland Maine to Boston is under consideration here within three years. A syndicate led by Central road is involved in the effort.
Harper and Brothers advertise per year rates for Harper's Magazine Weekly Bazar and Young People. They note subscription coverage for the United States Canada and Mexico. They offer bound volumes with three years’ issue numbers and options for cloth bindings and cases. Remittance by money order or bank draft. Newspapers forbidden to reprint ads.
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