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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1897
Page
7
The ad extolls Syrup of Figs as a universal remedy for a constipated system, claiming it relieves many sickness types and supports natural regularity without weakening the body. It emphasizes buying the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. product through reputable druggists and notes its wide use by families for health.
A list of brief items includes plague threats in Europe, Tolstoi’s persecuted followers, a new British Pacific Railway, New York as a cheap money center, Twin City freight rate gains, a gas asphyxiation tragedy in Roxbury, church influence debates in Canada, Emperor William I’s centenary in Berlin, Northern Pacific polo champions, US Siam friction, possible sale of Chippewa pine in Minnesota, Bishop Keane’s appointment, Headley’s death in New York, a fatal accident at the Putnam House, flogging opponents cited by the Western Seamen's Society, shipment of Guy Wilkes east for auction, gun boats launched at Bath, and Des Moines adopting civil service.
An old advertisement promises a one day cure for a cold using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a money back guarantee if it fails. Price listed as 25 cents. Packed as a compact patent medicine blurb typical of vertigo and cold remedies.
Attorney General Harmon announces an agreement with the Union Pacific reorganization committee securing a minimum cash guarantee of 45.75 million dollars for the government. The plan includes a public sale to maximize bids, a 4.5 million dollar deposit in New York, and pending equity bills to be filed in St Louis under Judge Sanborn.
Washington reports that Spain has perfected a reform plan for Cuba and its promulgation and enforcement are expected within days. Details are withheld but the scope is believed known to the president and Secretary Olney who view it as a fair start toward reform. The Spaniards aim to secure acceptance from all parties to ensure smooth implementation and lasting effect.
Colonel Cecil Rhodes, former premier of the Cape Colony, arrived in England from South Africa to attend the parliamentary investigation into the Transvaal raid. He is present for the inquiry and will participate in proceedings.
The Times correspondent in Georgetown British Guiana reports Venezuela paid an indemnity of 1500 pounds for the Urvan outrage. It is unclear if this amount is the total indemnity.
Bradstreets reports rising manufacturer demand for wool and a firmer overall trade tone. Print cloth curtailment may lift prices on heavy surplus, with bank clearings up and prices largely steady. While most commodities hold, a slow but steady improvement in consumptive demand is anticipated.
The Mitchell faction plans to fight in the senate for recognition of the organized house. If unrecognized they threaten to proceed to vote for a United States senator and seat their nominee. They claim a de facto house could still act in joint convention with the Benson house to vote for the senator.
In Pierre South Dakota January 25 the third day of balloting for United States senator shows Pickler 50 Kyle 30 Loucks 15 Plowman 11 Goodykoontz 6 and 5 scattering with nine absent. Populist caucus tally gives Kyle 24 Loucks 14 Plowman 6 Goodykoontz 55 Oleson 1. Caucus adjourned until Monday night.
In Argentine Kansas two large male leopards battled inside a cage at Lemon Bros winter quarters. The fight drew a wild crowd as animals joined the fray. Zerke was declared the winner standing over Spot's body.
Washington reports Representative Towne just returned from New York where he sought to organize a syndicate to buy the St. Paul Globe and install himself as editor. The paper would back free silver policies in Minnesota and nearby Northwestern states. It is unclear if the bid succeeded.
Des Moines January 25 reports banks receiving over 1 million dollars from outside sources. They pledge to refuse time deposits without 60 days notice as required by state law. Savings banks also use the 60 day notice rule to limit withdrawals.
The group formed around St. John island in the South Sea with capital stock of 20,000 and more than 30 men already subscribing. The tale of an all female island inspired the new incorporation and fundraising push.
London reports in The Daily News Berlin says Emperor William declined to meet Count Herbert Bismarck at the wedding breakfast last week for the daughter of Count von Wedel, the minister of the imperial household, where the Bismarck family was invited.
A year of persistent effort culminates in the organization of the National Clothiers Association in New York. The group describes itself as a board of trade for the clothing industry, aiming to coordinate efforts among U S manufacturers.
The new revenue cutter Daniel Manning was launched from Atlantic Works East Boston at about 2 40 p m. The launching was a complete success.
The October 1896 issue introduces The Martian by Du Maurier as a successor to Trilby with illustrated plates. It highlights new novels by Frank R Stockton and William Dean Howells, short stories by Twain and others, plus science and American features by Williams and Lummis. Also includes Africa and the East series, a Czar coronation piece, and notes on Harper’s subscription terms.
The North Western Line offers personally conducted excursions to San Francisco and Los Angeles every Thursday with modern sleeping cars and scenic routes. Tours are escorted to California by experienced conductors ensuring care and comfort. Tourist sleeping cars run daily between Council Bluff and California. rates and details available from the Chicago and North Western railway agent.
An ad announcing a one year Harper's Bazaar subscription for $4.00 published by Harper's Bazaar with mailed service from P O Box 959 New York City.
Harper's Weekly signals a year of continued editorial zeal and aim to chronicle world news, science, arts, and social progress. It previews cartoons, new serialized fiction, a New England Story by Mary E Wilkins, a Greek uprising tale by E F Benson, and a Bangs sequel with Newell art.
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