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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1896
Page
1
Aimed at mothers, the piece urges daughters to know themselves and their risks. It promotes Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription from the World’s Dispensary in Buffalo as a strengthening regulator for female organs and self knowledge. A 1008 page Medical Adviser is offered for 21 cents.
Salt Lake City observed an unprecedented inaugural day with crowds from near and far, lavish Tabernacle decorations, and a giant flag beneath the dome. Acting Governor Richards opened the proceedings at 12 15, surrendering the office to Governor Wells as Chief Justice Zane administered the oath.
Salt Lake dated January 8 reports the legislature convened at 3 p.m. by proclamation of Governor Wells. After caucus Republican nominees were organized, adjournment followed. Balloting for United States senators is set for January 21.
Washington January 8 The latest acquisition to the Supreme Court, Associate Justice Peckham, has taken his seat on the bench. The brief ceremony included the oath of office. The court set January 20 for reargument of interstate commerce cases on long and short hauls and foreign rates.
The administration watches Cuba closely as insurgent successes near Havana raise the possibility of a siege. If Havana is attacked in force, the North Atlantic squadron may be ordered to Havana to guard American interests during anticipated disturbances.
Peter Maher departed Pittsburg at 2 a m for El Paso Texas where he will arrive Friday morning to begin training for his upcoming bout with Fitzsimmons. Jerry Marshall the featherweight who is slated to fight George Dixon accompanies the party.
A city report to the council details the total defalcation by ex City Treasurer Henry Bolln, showing a shortage exceeding $115,000 in the Omaha case.
New York reports the Northern Pacific gross earnings for the six months ending December 31 at 11 988 149 dollars, up 1 652 533 dollars from the prior period, reflecting a solid gain in revenue.
London dispatch notes German emperor’s telegram signals hostility to Britain over the Transvaal issue. Surrender of Britain’s suzerainty would be a shameful concession. Rhodes’ resignation adds intrigue while England faces isolation and growing Franco Russian and German pressure.
Capr Town Jan 8 The Hon Sir J Gordon Sprigg KC MG succeeds Cecil Rhodes as premier. Sprigg, former colonial secretary and later premier and treasurer, has served Cape Colony in multiple high offices since 1878 born 1830.
The Times editorial says England will not yield on the Venezuelan issue. It states Britain has insulted nobody but will be ready to fight if compelled, defending what is worth fighting for, regardless of troubles in Europe or Africa.
London dispatch summarizes The Times correspondent urging arbitration in the Venezuela dispute. He argues the president cannot demand arbitration and Lord Salisbury cannot refuse it, making a timely case for settlement.
Disorder in London's East End last night followed hissing and molestation of German and Dutch sailors at the docks. Windows of shops run by German Jews were broken and several German clubs were closed.
Washington reports the death of General William Polke Lasselle aged 59 from a fall in Washington. Born in Logansport Indiana he joined the Ninth Indiana Volunteers and rose to brigadier general of volunteers. Cleveland reports General M D Leggett died of apoplexy at 74. Leggett joined Grant’s staff at Donelson and was breveted major general for gallantry at Corinth and major general at Vicksburg. He later served as commissioner of patents under Grant.
Judge Voris names John Tod of Cleveland as master commissioner to sell the New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio railroad. The minimum price is $10,000,000 and payment must be made within 30 days.
William J. Weber and his brother Gus Weber were arrested in Chicago on a murder conspiracy charge aimed at E. V. Hamlin of the Bale Tie company. Weber sought Hamlin’s job after Hamlin resumed duties, enlisting a man named Maloney to assist. Maloney’s warning led to police arrest. Gus’s confession supported the case.
Three days remain for English creditors of J. T. M. Pierce to claim possession of the Yankton and Norfolk railway grade and right of way. Local optimism grows as a wealthy company offers to buy the grade ahead of completion. If the English syndicate fails, hopes rise that the road and Missouri bridge will be finished in early spring.
General Campos tells The World that Gomez’s raids succeed because Cuban peasants withhold information and Spaniards fear to reveal rebel movements. He says insurgents avoid direct clashes, keeping rear guards ahead while using terrain familiarity to widen gaps with Spanish troops.
Don M. Dickinson of Detroit condemns Congress for not recognizing Cuban belligerency and failing to act toward acknowledging Cuba's war state. He argues Congress should bow in shame and aid the Cuban struggle for independence.
Governor elect Drake lists forthcoming picks for his administration. Adjutant general will be brigadier General H. H. Wright of Centerville. Des Moines will host his private secretary W. H. Fleming. Executive clerks will be W. F. Meyers of Mason City and W. S. Richards of Osceola. Stenographer Isabella Wilson of Centerville also named.
In Scortpage Pennsylvania on January 8 workers at W. J. Rainey coke operator met in New Haven and adopted resolutions calling for wage increases matching a recent Frick Coke raise. They threaten to strike if denied. Foreign workers favor a strike while English speaking employees are more cautious, signaling potential unrest in the plant.
Treasury officials report few telegrams on the new loan as closing approaches. The president aims for wide public subscriptions but relies on bankers and a syndicate to move the sale, since the nation’s gold is largely held by banks and they will part with it mainly for gain.
Opinion from experts suggests private subscriptions will not meet the needed total. The syndicate bid for the entire $50 million issue is expected to be awarded, as past private demand was insufficient and the government favored a single award. The last issue yielded a gold payment to the treasury of about $65.1 million and a small premium. The market price now hovers around 144.
The Evening Post reports the government loan call caused the premium on gold to disappear this morning. Those who bought gold last week or ordered gold from abroad face significant losses.
The senate finance committee agreed on a substitute for the house bond bill enabling free coinage of silver and seigniorage in the treasury. It allows redemption of greenbacks and treasury notes in gold or silver and retires notes under ten dollars. The panel also moves to advance the tariff bill, with sugar duties up 15 percent and agriculture up 20 to 26 percent, contingent on Wolcott’s absence and possible paired votes.
Ottawa Jan 8 A cabinet meeting led by Premier Sir Mackenzie Bowell decided to fill immediately the vacancies created by resignations of Foster Wood Tupper Dickey Ives Montague and Haggart. Sir Franklin Smith said all vacancies would be filled promptly and the new Bowell administration would press for re establishing separate schools in Manitoba amid opposition from English Conservative members.
Governor James P. Clark declares his run for the United States Senate seat now held by Senator James K. Jones in Little Rock Arkansas on January 8.
Governor Levi P. Morton submits his annual message urging arbitration to settle the U S Britain Venezuela boundary dispute and warns against war. The New York Legislature approves a resolution favoring arbitration and declines to endorse President Cleveland's policy, amid party vote divisions.
Frederick Harrison lecturing in London warned the Venezuela case poses real danger and will leave problems unsolved. He argued the Monroe doctrine reflects English wisdom, noted England's isolation, and held that if war came the United States would suffer early but ultimately raise a fleet and army to prevail against Europe.
Memphis January 3 A large gathering of representative colored men of the South discussed a national day of celebration for the Emancipation Proclamation. Resolutions were adopted calling January 1 a day to celebrate the negro's gift of freedom.
In Des Moines on January 3 the State Teachers association focused on the college section report which recognized certain institutions as colleges and universities. Excluded colleges sparked much feeling among representatives.
Omaha January 6. City Treasurer Bolln handed office to bondsmen after a 25000 defalcation. A city council committee began probe and has repeatedly delayed its report. New discrepancy adds about 77900 more, pending counterbalancing items to balance the treasury.
A morning blaze in Creston Iowa destroyed a block of business buildings including the Summit House. Thirteen merchants lost goods and two brick plus three frame structures were wrecked in a loss estimated at 200000 with about 50000 insured. Fire crews from Wil lisea Red Oak and Corning aided the effort.
Helena January 3 A majority interest in the Hope gold mining property at Basin has been sold to New York parties who will assume control immediately and arrange future operations. The price paid for the share is 500000 dollars.
Semi official statement says Russia will maintain complete neutrality in the Venezuelan dispute with interests unaffected by the conflict.
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