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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1893
Page
6
A Washington special reports Senator D B Hill in strong support of free coinage of silver. He urges passage of a free coinage bill before repeal of the silver purchase act, arguing Cleveland would veto any silver bill after Sherman law repeal. Ex Senator Farwell discusses a financial solution with Secretary Carlisle.
Ex Senator Farwell of Chicago writes to Secretary Carlisle proposing to fund and refund the national debt with 100 year bonds bearing 2 percent interest. He calls for repeal of the sub treasury act and directs revenue deposits to national banks to cut costs. He also urges parity for silver and limited legal tender once parity ends.
The National Bank of Kansas City suspended payment at 2 55 p m and is in the hands of the comptroller of currency. President J Chick says assets will be between 2 million and 4 million and liabilities between 800 thousand and 1 million. He is confident depositors will be paid dollar for dollar.
July 17 Kansas City reports a heavy run on the National Bank of Commerce with large crowds around the entrance. Tell ers work rapidly as three tellers count the money to meet demand while bank officials assure ample cash on hand.
St Louis July 17. Excitement grows as Milo T Bogard a top operator is linked to financial troubles. Directors of five building and loan associations meet to inspect his books amid fear he is heavily involved and that many home buyers may face hardship.
A baby fell from a moving sleeping car window near Stevens Point while en route to Western Point. The couple stopped the train and searched back along the tracks, only to find the child uninjured and lively with no wounds. The remarkable escape surprised the parents and witnesses.
Stillwater reports two men killed William Anez and Sam Simonson and five others injured when a cyclone crossed the city July 17. Most damage was at the brickyards and Atwater sawmill with an estimated loss of 18000 dollars. Crops east of town also damaged but farming communities spared. Debris at the Atwood mill cleared and operations resumed.
Roland Hahn son of ex Attorney General Hahn of Minneapolis drowned when a canoe capsized at a lake near Litchfield. His body was recovered an hour later. Two years earlier another Hahn son died violently and the shock killed his mother.
Judge Fleming riding an electric car when a revolver in a policeman’s pocket discharged accidentally. The ball struck the judge in the left leg causing a serious wound. both men were badly hurt as heat and age affected the judge’s condition.
Woonsocket July 17. Williams' livery stable was totally destroyed by fire. Twenty horses perished in the blaze. The town was saved largely by its artesian well and the fire company. Insurance amounted to $1,000.
A Charleston South Carolina dispatch reports Governor Tillman expanding the dispersal law against illicit saloons. Spies and state officials will search confiscate and condemn premises used for liquor violations. The plan foresees resistance if needed.
Curiaco July 15 report says the Des Moines Northern and Western faces a boycott after accusations of dealing with brokers and cutting rates. Chairman Caldwell will issue the notice unless the railroad restores proper practices immediately.
Vice President Stevenson and his party arrived in Los Angeles at 1 30 p m on their California tour. They were en route to visit San Bernardino as part of the itinerary.
Mrs Harry Starr of Pottsville Pa describes heart pain oppression and near collapse relieved by Dr Miles New Heart Cure. She reports weight gain from 100 to 130 pounds and renewed appetite and sleep after treatment purchased with guarantee. Dr Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind sells bottles at 1 and 5 express prepaid.
In Neraavner Michigan on July 17 Ferdinand Schleisinger said attachments issued by the Northwestern Railroad and others on the syndicate property are insignificant. He asserted the claimed amount will be paid at once and the attachments dissolved, noting the railroad ignored a plain agreement but that demands would be met.
N. D., July 17. William Wentzel was held in 500 bail in the justice court on a charge of selling quarantined horses. Eleven animals were disposed of in various parts of the state and in South Dakota, raising fears the disease could spread.
In Calhoun county Mississippi about 20 miles east of Grenada a thousand armed men scour the countryside seeking a young Negro teacher named Jim Sellers. He is wanted after stabbing to death a companion Walter Davis in a quarrel and faces lynching if captured.
Rev. Dr. E. R. Knowles of Worcester announces that he has declined a request to take charge of the Gallican church in Paris, from which Pere Hyacinthe has retired.
A. B. Hurt, former doorkeeper of the House during the Fiftieth Congress, is once more seeking the position. He last resided in Tennessee and Illinois, but may run again as a Mississippi candidate.
Baltimore July 17 Henry Gladstone nephew of the Grand Old Man says he is sure of ultimate success for the home rule bill in answer to a question. He calls his American tour pleasant and believes proper judgment comes from living among Americans in their country.
Three Milwaukee gentlemen propose a furniture factory in Winona, employing 50 workers, if a $6,000 bonus is raised. J. M. Baker and Frank Johnston back the effort and are actively promoting the plan.
Washington reports ex headsman James F. Clarkson a nationally noted politician will contest a senate seat with James F. Wilson whose term ends in 1895.
Manitowoc July 17 George Rees cashier of the State bank that failed recently was arrested on charges of illegal banking and embezzlement.
Jamesport in Gallatin County makes an assignment for the benefit of creditors totaling about 45000 dollars due to financial stringency.
STARKVILLE MISS July 17 The First National bank has closed its doors due to the severe financial stringency.
Bishop Whipple has gone to spend the summer at Marblehead Mass and other points on the seacoast.
The Weekly Review of Trade reports a somewhat better tone in business as money markets ease slightly though no real improvement is yet seen. Conservatism dominates with small orders and restricted activity while banks withdraw interior funds and consider retirement of house certificates amid anticipated weak spots. Gold shipments rise modestly and exports show limited gains as expectations hinge on policy actions.
A chaotic roundup reports Patrick OBrien’s mining shaft death, Vincennes collision fatalities, Corbett fight plans scrapped, China aid to districts, Colorado interview quotes, a US cruiser Will Indom leaving for Norfolk for armament, Wilson jailed then owed $50,000, Sioux leader Young-Man-Afraid-of-His-Horses allied with government, Newcastle death, Elk River postmaster trouble, editor Buloz blackout and large debt, Brown Palace and Metropole hotels asset/liability shift, Northern Pacific court filing over Seattle rates and leases.
New York on July 17 1893 shows mercantile paper at five to six percent and bankers bills for 60 days around 4.90 to 4.92 as bond and currency figures fluctuate. Posted rates indicate Bankers' bills about 4.82 to 4.84 with wide intraday variation in mercantile credit.
The market was dull but firm with a steady weekly trend and favorable financial outlook. Winter wheat yield and price movements influenced activity while Kansas City runs had a slight effect on corn trading amid limited local trader activity.
Range of prices shows very slow but modest demand with veals in demand at 3.50 to 4.00 dollars. Good steers fetch 2.50 to 3.00. Good cows 2.00 to 2.50, fair cows 1.00 to 2.00. Light to heavy calves 1.50 to 2.59. Feeders 2.25 to 2.50. Bulls steady, other classes slow. Mut ante 3.00 to 4.00 stockers.
A rock climbing guide entry lists routes Tradks No 1 Hard 6c and No 2 Northern with grade labels, indicating challenges for climbers. The compact item presents two ascent options and their difficulty levels in a catalog-like notation.
Market note lists opening prices and September quotes for several commodities and items. Includes figures such as 60% for September, 4¢ and 25% for related August figures, and September prices around 8.50 to 19.65 with various monthly references.
Patrick Gallagher and J M Davidson confess to being paid to swear out Dempsey and Beatty, claiming no poison was used at the Homestead mill. Gallagher and Davidson signed affidavits in the penitentiary testified by Porter and officials. If proven, Dempsey and Beatty may be granted liberty by the board of pardons.
Marshalltown Iowa July 17 officers reportedly hold in jail a man believed to have murdered Rect fus near Watson Clay county in 1888. The victim was a wealthy German farmer, unmarried, who lived with his married brother. he was shot while inside the house by an unseen shooter. The brother was tried and acquitted.
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