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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1906
Page
2
In a formal address the speaker defends the Panama Canal project against accusations of robbery or inefficiency. He cites ongoing sanitation work, committee recommendations, and engineers’ plans, asserting swift completion within budget and high integrity of officials.
Mont Tex Jan 9 Constable Holder father of seven was killed by officers in the jail yard while pursuing a suspect confined in a cell. The slain officer had seven children and the incident centers on a man sentenced to fifty years.
In Washington on January 9 the senate discussed Santo Domingo and U S relations. Tillman’s resolution asking the president for an update on Santo Domingo was debated after the Isthmian Canal Commission report was read. Rayner spoke on Jewish rights amid urging action against Russia. Gallinger then discussed the ship subsidy bill.
Des Moines reports the Iowa general assembly convened for its thirty first session. George W. Clark of Adell was unanimously elected speaker after a caucus and a joint session at 2 o'clock heard Governor Cummins' biennial message.
Rep Shepherd of Texas introduces a resolution to appoint a bipartisan House committee to probe the violent expulsion of an American mother from White House offices during a meeting request with the president. He condemns the act as outrageous and calls for congressional action in defense of American motherhood.
Secretary Root has been cable notified of the complete failure of negotiations at Caracas between Bermudez Asphalt Co and the Venezuelan government. Clyde Brown, the company's treasurer, has departed Caracas. Calhoun is asked to report on the controversy for immediate executive action. Paris indicates France may pursue energetic measures after U.S. understanding.
Seattle on January 9 reports the Centennial Milling plant with 2400 barrels per day and the Hammond Milling company with 2000 barrels per day face near closure within thirty days if the Chinese boycott on American goods remains. The boycott has depressed Pacific coast flour exporters for months and the industry outlook is bleak until removed.
C. C. Meier, a prisoner from San Francisco awaiting embezzlement charges of 20000 dollars, shot and killed himself in his cabin on the steamer Carmen as it approached New York harbor. He had been under guard and was en route from London to face the charge.
King Edward returned to London and presided over a privy council meeting where the proclamation dissolving Parliament was signed. Writs were issued to returning officers for the election of a new Parliament to assemble within thirty five days as required by law.
Senate discussion on the canal plan centers on high salaries and the costs tied to key appointees. Senator Gorman urges a full inquiry, arguing scrutiny aims to ensure the canal project delivers best results without inflated pay and misused funds.
Boston January report states Nathan B. Goodnow & Co., brokers at No 2 Postoffice Square, assigned assets and liabilities with losses near $100,000 and assets about $50,000. Partners James Kennedy of Saugus and Charles R Worth of Melrose blamed the copper price surge for the failure.
The Ivy suburb endures a scarlet fever outbreak with Wark under epidemic grip. Health department inspectors oversee the town as merchants shift delivery tactics to protect families and keep goods moving.
The National Telegram reports Berlin’s mood as war clauses appear in grain contracts and insurance purchases rise across industries. Officials say these steps are precautionary and reflect general lassitude amid the Moroccan dispute.
Sebastopol on January 9 reports strikes halting Bleck Sea port vessels. Crowds of peasants have begun lynching agitators, stopping trains and actively searching for targets.
London January 9 Sir Charles Dilke issues a new address to constituents of the Forest of Dean division of Gloucestershire he has represented in the house of commons since July 1892 It consists of a single sentence I solicit a renewal of your trust.
The ceremonial events in Columbus mark the inauguration of Governor Pattison. John Y. Russell opened the proceedings with remarks, Rev. Lucian Clark led in prayer, and Justice Davis administered the oath. The retiring governor Myron T. Herrick presented the commission. A parade followed with 4,000 to 5,000 troops despite dismal weather. Pattison viewed from a glass cage while ill and standing.
Corry Pennsylvania January 9 a railway disaster on the Philadelphia and Erie line at Horns Siding killed three men and injured twenty. Engineman Cavanaugh reportedly forgot the passenger train on the main track and after inquiry was alleged to exclaim My God I forgot all about the passenger train. The investigation will pursue the responsible party.
Five great battleships under Rear Admiral Evans faced grave danger in the lower bay. The Kentucky and Kearsarge ran aground, the Alabama rammed the Kentucky, causing major damage. The Kentucky was ordered to the Brooklyn navy yard for repairs and may be decommissioned. The fleet then worked two hours to refloat the ships as the Maine served as flagship.
In heavy seas off Sewell Point Norfolk Virginia the torpedo boat destroyers Worden and Lawrence collided. Worden was rammed and towed to the Norfolk Navy Yard by Lawrence which remained uninjured. Worden’s damage deemed not serious. an investigation will be held by the flotilla commander.
Chicago January 9 A traveling salesman Jesse W Hall age about thirty died after his room was broken down. His wife in Detroit had pleaded by telephone with Palmer hotel staff to save him. An empty carbolic acid vial and a magazine titled The Dead Man's Tale lay at his side as police investigate the motive.
In Portland Oregon on January 9 Eva Toy killed herself with carbolic acid in the presence of her husband who had traveled from St Paul to persuade her to abandon her living arrangement. Toy had left St Paul two years earlier and a friend had previously identified her to the husband.
Samuel R. Shipley, retiring president of the Provident Life and Trust Co of Philadelphia, disclosed that the company paid $7,500 to Congressman Olmsted to influence legislators and have two unfavorable insurance bills buried in committee. He said the action benefited policyholders and no money was paid to lawmakers.
H. D. Hardcastle testified from New York about joining Standard Oil in Albany in 1891 under manager L. P. Cutler. He said eight years there followed by work in Cleveland with Republic Oil and that state managers believed Republic was independent of Standard Oil instructions to win trade.
United States circuit court judge Hazel dismisses J Wilcox Brown’s suit to appoint a receiver for Equitable Life Assurance and to divide surplus among policyholders. Brown, insured for 25000, lacked legal standing and no cause of action is stated. demurrer sustained with costs.
Appleton Wisconsin January 9 A Fox River Paper employee Costella Rennback found a railroad torpedo in an old coat while hoping to recover money from garments. The blast blew off two fingers of her right hand and Injured her left hand as hundreds of girls fled the rag room.
A January 9 blaze at the Morrison cafe in the Marquardt building in Des Moines caused about 100000 dollars in damage to the block and contents. The fire, likely incendiary, gutted the kitchen and cafe with most losses covered by insurance.
An artistic calendar by the Anheuser-Busch Brewing Association features five panels 24 by 10 inches, four seasons plus a year calendar. The lithographs in twelve colors with gold trim showcase Maude Humphrey's idealized female figures and A Etherington border designs in a Mucha-inspired decorative style. The calendar, advertising free panels, costs 25 cents or twelve Malt-Nutrine bottle cap tops sent to Malt-Nutrine department, St Louis, Missouri.
The salve soothes pain almost instantly when applied to piles sores cuts and boils. It draws out inflammation reduces swelling and acts as a rubefacient to circulate blood through diseased parts aiding nature to remove the trouble. Sold by Holland Wheeler and C. H. Longstaff.
Nine milking cows offered for sale. Some will freshen soon. Time payment possible with approved security. Contact Joan H Miier in Haron, 8 D.
Advertises Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a remedy that digests foods, rests the stomach, and aids recovery. Claims relief from indigestion belching sour stomach heartburn and other symptoms and promises conversion of food to strong healthy blood. Sold by Holland Wheeler and C.8. Longstaff.
Ex cursion tickets at gently reduced rates are on sale to the territory indicated above. Via the North Western Line with standard and tourist sleeping cars and reclining chair cars. For dates of sale and full particulars apply to agent Chicago and North Western Railway.
A local advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Care as a digestives aid that digests foods and helps absorption. It claims relief from sour stomach belching heartburn and indigestion and notes it strengthens digestion. Sold by Holland Wheeler and C. H. Longstaff.
Excursion tickets to Denver via the North Western line offered at reduced fares on January 27 28 and 29 with return allowed until February 15 inclusive. The rates honor Wool Growers and Live Stock Association meetings. Apply through Chicago and North Western agents.
Perfecion claims perfection in the physical comes from Nature, with DeWitt's Little Early Risers described as expelling putrid matter and bile to restore liver function. Sold by Holland Wheeler and C. H. Longstaff.
Nicno Carlson announces a new tailor shop renting a room east of the Third streets barber shop. The shop offers first class suits made to order with fit and style guaranteed. Repairing and cleaning services are promised to be promptly done.
A. H. Thames of Buffeld C claims kidney and bladder trouble lasting years with gravel and stones. After taking Poley’s Kidney Cure he reports rapid improvement, saying pains vanished and he feels like a new man. Endorsed by H. Longstaff and J. L. Sankey.
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