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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1899
Page
4
A rapid fire swept through a Chicago area blaze trapping occupants who could not escape in time as flames spread swiftly through the building. Fire crews battled the blaze, with efforts concentrating on rescue and containment amid smoke and intense heat.
Dramatic fire at Western Paper Stock plant causes collapse of walls in Cuiiac o. Three workers are believed dead Bartholomew Sharkiewietz Mrs Josie Doyle and Stephenia Bagdicis. Rescue by women saves 22 others. eight injured. Fire blamed on spontaneous combustion of old rags in basement.
Reports from Brazos bottoms indicate continued high water as relentless rains afflict the state. Estimated overall damage to property and crops climbs toward five million dollars while railroads push to repair washed tracks. Death toll feared to reach forty five.
During an electric storm at Ulysses Nebraska, Victor and Ira Dobson sons of John Amos and two unknown men were struck by lightning and killed. The team they were driving also perished. The bodies were not discovered until morning.
General H C Merriam who led troops at Wardner Idaho during martial law days says he is not an enemy of labor or unions. He states his aim was to have every union miner prove innocence and receive government employment permits with higher wages welcomed.
SanTiago de Cuba on July 5 reports 94 new yellow fever cases with 17 deaths. Eleven of the initial 15 patients are shown to have recovered or been cured.
In Pretoria the Volksraad voted 14 to 13 to appoint an additional member for Pretoria and for each district, which currently has only one member. Herr Fischer, envoy of the Orange Free State, had a long interview with President Kruger about franchise matters.
John D. Flower of Flower & Co. states that, to his knowledge, no consolidation has been effected or is currently planned among the Metropolitan Street Railway, the Manhattan Railway, and the Brooklyn Rapid Transit companies.
The Wyefield transport sails from San Francisco to the Philippines carrying stores for American troops. On board are 150 horses of the Fourth Cavalry and the regimental mascot goat.
Bishop John P. Newman of the Methodist Episcopal church remains unconscious in Saratoga after myelitis and pneumonia and is not expected to survive many hours. He is gradually sinking.
Weather during the week averaged near normal with warm days and cool nights and ample sun. Heavy rains hit the southeast while other areas stayed fair to good. some middle eastern regions faced light, insufficient rain. Wheat and other grains progressed well with many crops in good to excellent condition. corn advanced rapidly, flax and millet shown good progress, and gardens and hay crops reported thriving overall.
Beadle through Hand report mixed results with generally favorable conditions though northern Beadle shows drought and hail in places. Across counties, wheat oats barley and other small grains head joint and grow. Corn progress varies with some backward stands but rapid growth in many areas.
Agricultural notes report general good to excellent moisture across counties including Jerauld Ingsbury Minnehaha Miner Moody Pennington Presho Roberts and Yankton with crops advancing. Some hail damage in Montrose and central areas. corn and potatoes exhibit rapid growth while some areas face excessive rains or dryness.
A portrait of health stressing outdoor exercise and good digestion. It recommends gentle Syrup of Figs from the California Fig Syrup Company as a suitable laxative remedy for cleansing the system.
Mrs. Geo. A. Fessenden's millinery shop will close at 6 p m during the heated term.
Marion and Dickey will close their store at 6 p.m. during the heated term, except Saturdays, reflecting shortened weekday hours while summer heat persists.
Mrs N Muggy announces her millinery shop will close at 6 p m daily during the heated term to beat the heat and serve customers a cooler shopping schedule.
An old remedy for teething, Mrs. Winston's Soothing Syrup, is recommended to soothe the child, soften gums, ease pain, and relieve wind colic and diarrhoea. Available at twenty five cents a bottle.
Louis Prickett of 509 Bryan Ave Danville Illinois says after years of asthma and many remedies he tried Foley's Honey and Tar. It stopped coughing spells and helped him breathe freely. He calls it the only medicine that gave relief. Dunning Longstaff.
Horse enthusiasts urged to visit James Stewart on First Street opposite the freight office to inspect Petoskey Prince, touted as the best bred stallion in the country. James Stewart invites prospects to learn about fine colts and bloodlines.
The platform endorses McKinley administration for war efforts in Spain and the Philippines, pledges to end hostilities swiftly, praises South Dakota volunteers, supports vigorous anti trust and rate case measures, and urges voters to retain party nominees for an impartial judiciary. It also condemns disloyal critics and calls for laws restraining trusts and monopolies.
A testimonial from Oscar Bowman of Lebanon Kentucky extols Foley's Kidney Cure as a permanent cure for kidney disease describing it as life saving and recommending it to others with kidney trouble. Dunning Longstaff.
An advertisement touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as curing constipation indigestion and sick headache causing loss of beauty. The claim notes the product has helped for half a century with a 25 or 50 cent price and a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. A. J. Bick.
An advertisement proclaims that most serious diseases originate in kidney disorder and that Foley's Kidney Cure can restore kidney health. The Dunning and Long staff endorses the remedy as a guaranteed path to better health.
Prof. M. Schoenert will teach a limited number of piano organ voice and German during vacation. Application should be made now.
An advertisement touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as improving digestion and liver and bowel health. It claims the product acts on bowels liver and kidneys to maintain health with prices 25 and 50 cents from A J Bick.
Prof George W Hull formerly of Sandusky Ohio will accept pupils in violin after June 24. Those seeking summer study should apply at the music store.
A Ohio resident W B Conklin of Bowersville endorses Foley's Kidney Cure claiming greater benefit from a single bottle than months of doctor visits. Statement attributed to Dunning and Longstaff.
Advertisement touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as purifying breath by bowel action. Claims purification beyond any other remedy and offers an absolute guarantee. Sold for 25 or 50 cents by A. J. Bick.
An advertisement for Allen's Foot-Ease powder promotes quick relief for painful swollen smarting feet and bunions. It claims to ease tight shoes and sweating with a trial package offered free and mailing options from Le Roy New York.
The undersigned offers loans on improved farm property for a term of years. Call or address Jno H Minter Huron SD.
Ex excursion tickets to Denver and Salt Lake City via the North Western Line offered at greatly reduced rates from all stations until July 11, 1899, with travel valid through October 31, 1899. Varied routes and scenic views highlighted. Apply to Chicago and North Western Railway agents.
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