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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1901
Page
2
Washington January 17 The house spent another day on the river and harbor bill without completing it. Twenty six pages were disposed of and friends resisted adding new projects. Only one or two minor amendments passed. Western members pushed for land reclamation but gained limited support.
In Peking Prince Ching and his staff witnessed a woman guard seal the papers. the seals will not be shown to foreign envoys until morning. In the American district a court may impose death for murder and related crimes, with other punishments including whipping and imprisonment. Orders from Ber during transfers of the railway see Russia handing control to Germany.
In St Paul on January 22 the Minnesota Republicans held caucus and nominated Moses E Clapp to fill the late Cushman K Davis short term in the Senate. The nomination followed Congressman Tawney's withdrawal and a single ballot showing Clapp with ample votes, winning unanimously.
The ad argues rheumatism lacks a universal cure and that Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil helps if caused by digestive failure. It claims the product can cure when it addresses the cause or do no harm if not, emphasizing safety and restoring health habits.
A voluntary agreement by West Point cadets to end hazing follows a meeting of all cadets. The move aims to avoid force. officers and crew remain aboard, with no shore leave. Officials fear the Kearsarge may be ordered to Venezuela to protect Americans, though navy yard records show no orders.
The Army appropriation measure advances after sustained Senate focus since the year's start. A swift majority of twenty carries the bill, signaling strong legislative attention to military funding and related programs.
The senate voted 43 to 23 to agree to amendments on the army reorganization bill. Four Democrats supported, Hoar was ill and paired with Spooner. The measure now goes to a conference committee for final resolution.
At West Point on January 22 the congressional committee concluded its probe of the military academy. Cadets voted to abolish hazing by a voluntary agreement after a full corps meeting. General Dix expressed approval and approbation as officers and families witnessed the moment.
John Wiser dies after boat capsizes near Niagara Falls while attempting a river crossing with John Marsh. Marsh survives with help from shore rescuers after clinging to ice and diving into icy water. Wiser, unable to swim, is swept over the falls and drowned as rescue efforts fail.
A K Teisbarg of St Paul secretary of the Minnesota railroad commission told the industrial commission that state freight rates have fallen in recent years with some cuts up to 50 percent He noted most Minnesota stations now host farmers cooperative elevators and stated elevators receive similar privileges as private companies He urged interstate commerce commission to be empowered to adjust rate discrimination upon complaint.
Reports from the Philippines show widespread sickness among both naval and army officers on duty there. Medical officers urge limiting Philippine tours to two years to protect officers' health, a practice once used by Spanish authorities. In a separate note Cherbourg reports the British ship Mora Trivian foundered in the channel with seven survivors.
Washington Jan 22 The president is reported to be steadily regaining ground after his recent illness and slowly resuming full official functions. Secretary Root and Admiral Dewey are said to be improving as well.
The United States signals possible force against illegal expulsion of the New York and Bermudez company from its asphalt concessions in Venezuela. The North Atlantic squadron stands ready. officials fear rising revolution at Guanaco and aim to secure American interests with minimal bloodshed.
The Journal and Advertiser reports a secret Thursday meeting of the Federal Steel company with delegates from American Steel and Wire American Steel Hoop and National Steel outlining the first step toward a $200,000,000 merger. Capitalization is about $150,000,000. Further talks planned. Carnegie Steel’s C M Schwabe declined comment.
Washington January 21 The House spent the day considering a bill to refer William Cramp & Sons Shipbuilding Co. of Philadelphia claims totaling 1 367 244 for armor plate delays on battleships Massachusetts Indiana and cruisers New York Columbia A strong minority opposition led by McDermott New Jersey and Robb Missouri blocked passage after a filibuster The previous question was ordered, delaying adjournment and giving a tactical voting advantage when the bill returns.
Commander B F Tilley reports from Auckland Dec 26 that all Samoan islands under US control show very satisfactory conditions. He notes road improvements, sanitation, cleaner villages, expanded planted areas, and broad local hospitality with gifts of food and Samoan curios.
The remark contrasts a dog’s gratitude with a man’s nature, noting that saving a starving dog yields loyalty while the same act toward a man can yield betrayal. The saying emphasizes trust and reciprocity as defining traits.
A Washington dispatch reports Minister Conger in Peking says the Chinese plenipotentiaries have signed and delivered the protocol. The seal and signatures are complete, meeting the requirement for the agreement to have full force, addressing doubts about its validity.
The British steamer Kaisari wrecked at Reunion after setting sail from Pangoon in November. Twenty-five people including the captain perished. The disaster is linked to the hurricane that struck the island on January 12, driving several vessels ashore.
St. Paul January 21 The Republican caucus to nominate a successor to late U S Senator C K Davis ended in deadlock after 14 ballots. Final tally Evans 53 Clapp 45 Bixby 7 Tawney 29 Lowry 3 McCleary 2.
Marc H Beebe died at his home in the air aged 62 years. He served in the Eighth Iowa volunteers during the Civil War and was formerly prominent in Iowa politics. He also played an important part in developing southwest Missouri mines.
Madison Wisconsin January 17 Speaker George H Ray of the assembly has announced his standing committees The committee on privileges and elections is one that is considered favorable to the primary election law.
The Buford delivers the Thirty sixth infantry to Manila from Vigan. The regiment will sail aboard the Pennsylvania on January twenty five for San Francisco. It was the earliest organized unit among the current volunteers and some men may join Manila police under Provost Marshal General J Franklin Bell.
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