13 Jul 1893
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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1893
Page
1
At the World’s Fair grounds the cold storage warehouse fire has killed at least 15, with three more corpses found in the debris. A lineman’s belt and pinchers identify one body, while many visitors and workers remain missing. Columbian guards report several electricians and others were inside when the blaze began as officials debate responsibility and promise a full inquiry.
John B. Skinner president of Hercules Iron Works says the cold storage building on the world’s fair grounds is the strongest, built under guidance of the fair construction department. He notes Burnham and his crew were often present, with $100,000 invested in the structure and machinery inside worth as much again.
A mine explosion at West Virginia Central Railroad property in Mine No. 1 trapped ninety miners in drifts as flames and smoke swept through. All men escaped except two who were sealed in an isolated drift and were believed burned to death. The disaster occurred near Cumberland Maryland on date unclear.
The North Galveston Land and Improvement association near Galveston Texas has been placed in the hands of a receiver with liabilities around 500000 of which 160000 is owed to contractors and local parties. Lands townsites and improvements at North Galveston are listed as assets. The receiver Mr R A Reess was appointed with a 25000 bond. The concern has suffered months of no wages and widespread poverty among workers and others attracted to North Galveston by promises. The receiver will seek relief measures and aims to settle debts through proper management and market stringency.
The Chamberlain Investment company made an assignment to Lewis C worth after the Denver Savings bank attached property for a debt of 3669.10. Liabilities total 1,112,188.30 with assets at 2,940,691.45. Eastern creditors are involved though the largest liabilities are in Denver. The firm is heavily tied to real estate ventures in Texas and Puget Sound cities.
Detective Wittick arrested Charles Birker in Cotumara Pennsylvania. Birker is wanted at Findlay Ohio for the murder of Sails about three weeks ago. Chief How ard of Findlay identified the man.
A chaotic political scene in France and a looming general strike pose risks to order as Yaqui battles in Mexico and reports from the United States discuss labor unrest and impending upheaval. The Yaqui fight under Lieutenant Rocha ends with his death as natives outnumber troops two to one in the Sierra Madre.
Dispatches from Sydney report an imminent war between King Malietoa supporters and Mataafa followers. A British warship is ordered to Apia to join German ships and safeguard order and foreigners.
A syndicate of pickpockets forms a cooperative pool to send top thieves to the Chicago fair. The group plans to forward a percentage of stolen goods to an associate abroad, with proceeds to be shared across the ocean.
The Ad vertiser reports an immediate reduction in customs duties on imports from the United States France and other European countries except Austro Hungary. The change takes effect at once.
Leavenworth Kansas July 12 miners end sympathy strike belief runs mines as of old by week end with mines reopening fully and workers returning to work.
In San Francisco on July 12 park commissioners formally dedicate fifty four acres in Concert valley Golden Gate Park for the Midwinter fair. Negotiations for a site are thus definitively concluded.
Official reports from Hamburg Hampurg indicate good health conditions despite intense heat. In Peoria Illinois on July 14 fuel Woolner continues to operate distillery No 8 defying the Whisky Trust with armed guards on duty as watchmen.
Judge Jenkins in the United States circuit court ruled Wanamaker and Brown have no standing to sue in equity regarding the World’s Columbian Exposition. The demurrer by defendants was sustained and the suit to restrain Sunday gates was dismissed.
Washington July 12 news ties Don M Dickinson to the vacant supreme bench. Michigan already has Justice Brown and Chicago has two seats, with Dickinson's appointment seen as likely since he has declined other offers yet has given offices to Michiganders.
Howard Mutchler was nominated by the Democratic congressional convention in the Eighth district to fill the unexpired term of his late father William Mutchler. He received 11 votes to 7 for Dr. J. H. Schull of Monroe county. The special election is set for July 25.
Presidents of major railroads gathered in New York to discuss a single excursion rate to Chicago. The morning session focused on aligning President Fowler with the group’s stance, with the New York Ontario and Western the only line yet to commit, hoped to switch to support.
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