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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1901
Page
6
The Norfolk Landmark notes varying hat rules from New York to Charleston and Virginia. It contrasts New York men keeping hats on with southerners who once remove hats around ladies. The piece cites Charleston’s old custom of uncovering in conversation, and suggests personal comfort governs when to remove head coverings.
A portly woman teases a boy about riding a lift during a holiday. The boy declares he runs the hydraulic lift and showcases his knowledge of water pressure, cylinders, valves, and counterpoises, inviting her to take over if she doubts his skill. Pearson's.
A traveler recalls a stubborn American encounter with a petty prince’s frontier. At the customs post the Yankee refuses to open trunks or halt, declaring I didn’t come from the United States to be controlled by you. I’ll turn back. You’re no country, just a spot.
A book agent rings the bell and asks to talk with the lady of the house. The man lets him see her, but says they cannot talk for a few minutes unless they speak together, a line that hints at a tense domestic scene.
A Chicago Post quip features a boy who boasts he counted to 100 to calm his anger but admits he knocked the other boy down first. His mother reproves the behavior, framing the tale as a caution about suppressing temper through violence.
In New York James J. Hill says a true consolidation is inevitable but he seeks to end friction among Northwest roads through an economic cooperation and shared plans rather than a full merger. He warns plans have been misrepresented and favors running railroads as economically as other businesses.
Washington reports a June shakeup in the Philippine command as volunteer generals see terms expire and return to the United States. Fred Grant Fred Funston and ex-Congressman Campbell of Illinois are named among those slated to depart after active service only six months.
Manila reports the military government weighing port shutdowns in the Southern islands to curb insurgent communication. Ubay on Bohol has been ordered closed as its garrison is reduced. The Philippine commission approved the Manila metropolitan police act organizing three companies drawn from volunteer soldiers.
Vancouver dispatch reports over 2000 insurgent troops in Northwestern Luzon surrendering to U S forces as tired fighters and half starved men quit the fight. Manila insurgent leaders are described as thoroughly discouraged amid ongoing pursuit.
The War Department confirms General MacArthur acted with full knowledge and approval of the Secretary of War in sending several Filipino insurgent leaders to Guam. MacArthur had suggested the move previously and was authorized to act accordingly.
New York January 11 Recorder Goff signed the appeal papers for Roland B. Molineux condemned to death for poisoning Mrs. Kate Adams. The 6000 pages head to the printer, with five weeks of work anticipated.
Vice President elect Roosevelt arrived in Chicago from the East and left immediately for Colorado Springs. He plans a six week hunt and expects to return to Washington a few days before the inauguration.
In Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania a Central railroad accident near Laurel Run involved a car loaded with black powder exploding with a report heard twenty miles away. No further details on injuries or cause are provided.
A Louisville Times tale recounts how a cashier’s suspected extravagance was exposed by gossiping neighbors. A wife mentions he loved champagne boiled ham, prompting bank directors to audit his accounts. He is removed from his post after the discovery of indulgent spending.
A Pearson's Weekly dialogue shows a long separation ending with reunion and banter. The couple, Leong and John, share tenderness and cheeky remarks about aging, memory, and a month of marriage after a brief absence.
A traveler described as ill seeks a chemist shop in a Scottish village. The local reply reveals no medicine store, only whisky for people and tar for sheep, with the crude hint that that is the full remedy the shop offers.
London January 10 The Daily News reports William Waldorf Astor donated £5000 to the appeal for families of soldiers in South Africa, calling it a peace offering amid the drive for further contributions.
Jefferson City report notes the Missouri house approved a sympathy resolution by 75 to 47. Several Democrats abstained from voting as lawmakers expressed concern for Filipino independence efforts.
Vancouver dispatch reports Empress Dowager Li and officials debate reform steps while viceroys predict renewed anti foreign action. The edict blocks use of imperial seal as Li Hung Chang and Prince Ching seek court input and a controlled government under foreign protection.
Li Hung Chang and Prince Ching refuse to sign the joint peace note arguing the emperor’s edict delays use of the imperial seal until permission arrives. They warn that failure to sign could invite Allied military action, risking war across parts of China, while urging agreement to preserve the empire.
Count von Waldersee reports from Peking that Ho Pu fortress, stormed Jan. 3, was the HQ of newly formed Boxers. Over 1,000 guerrillas terrorized the district as Colonel Pavel led a mountain assault, storming with 10 guns and 600 to 1,000 defenders protecting mines. The column now withdraws toward Yen-King.
A clipped opinion from the Philadelphia Record notes the speaker rejects the idea that crime is increasing, asserting that the claim is unconvincing despite public concern.
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