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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1909
Page
1
Washington July 21 Conferees on tariff talks confront stubborn disputes over wood pulp print paper lumber hides iron ore and other raw materials while cotton and metal schedules show mixed progress and major differences remain unresolved despite some minor paragraph settlements.
President Taft continues tariff discussions with congressional leaders at the White House. He met with Senator Crane Vice President Sherman Representative Dwight Senator Root and Senator Curtis before a cabinet session. Later he saw Senator Warren and was closeted with Senator Aldrich and Speaker Cannon with a likely ten day conclusion in view.
Atlanta July 15 millions of dollars in free advertising are pledged for a tuberculosis campaign by the joint convention of the National Bill Posters and the Southeastern Bill Posters held in Atlanta.
A bill introduced by Rep Vinson of Baldwin County would divide all education appropriations between white and negro schools by tax share. Given low negro tax revenue this could effectively abolish funds for negro education in Georgia.
Reports from Pekin state the Chinese government assures cooperation on participation of American bankers in joint efforts. Officials in Washington note this marks a gain in negotiations and signals progress toward broader financial engagement despite lingering tensions.
In Melilla Morocco on July 21 Moorish tribesmen launched a feint to cover a flank assault on Spanish forces. After heavy hand to hand fighting through barbed wire 6000 Moors pressed a second time and 2 000 French and Spanish defenders held the line. Captain Guiloche and Major Roya fell in defense as the Moors carried away some bodies before the Spaniards recaptured them.
King Alfonso and Premier Maura return to Madrid from San Sebastian to oversee reinforced troops for Melilla as Moors and Spaniards clash. Censorship tightens on Melilla telegrams and Morocco coverage. In Barcelona crowds protest the war during troop embarkation, police arrest several.
Washington July 21 The Democratic congressional committee met a year early to map its bid to win the house next election. Representative James F Lloyd of Missouri was re elected chairman and the group decided to get busy immediately.
Seattle report quotes Fred Dennett, commissioner of the general land office, announcing a near term sale of 650,000,000 feet of yellow pine from Cass Lake area in Northern Minnesota. Only timber to be sold now, land to be opened for homestead after clearance.
Washington July 21 Bonding companies must revert to 1908 rates to win federal business. A deficiency bill imposes a prohibition on higher premiums last year. The House Rules Committee adopted a resolution to make the prohibition enforceable amid sharp denunciations of a bonding firm boycott and strong opposition from Mr. Smith Mr. Palmer and Mr. Gilt.
On Judge Lurton order the Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton Railway receivership ends Judson Harmon is relieved of duty but court keeps jurisdiction over the property due to pending litigation by petitioners with claims The court approves plan to pay floating debts and receiver debts but may enforce payment of outstanding receivers certificates
Duluth prices show wheat on track with No 1 bard at 1.3444 and No 1 Northern at 1.33 while flax arrives at 1.61. Minneapolis quotes July wheat at 1.3114 and Sept at 1.1214 with mixed on track prices for hard and Northern grades. St Paul reports cattle ranges from 4.00 to 6.50 for steers and 3.25 to 7.75 for hogs, with sheep and lamb prices listed. Chicago market shows cattle and calf values across beves, steers, cows, calves, and hogs, with sheep and yearling figures and various grade ranges.
Wheat prices for July and September show dips and gains with May and Nec figures. Corn values for July September December and May move with small percentage shifts. Oats prices for July September December and May vary with minor changes. Pork futures for July September January trade higher and lower at various points. Butter and dairy quotes appear mixed with creamery and dairy butter prices. Eggs and poultry prices list for 18 percent eggs and turkey and chicken offerings with limited detail.
In Chicago Judge Brentano's court Ella Gingles, an Irish lacemaker, is freed by a jury which finds her not guilty of stealing Iscea from Agnes Barrette of the Wellington hotel lace shop. The panel adds that Barrette’s charges are unfounded and untrue, and State's Attorney Wayman says no perjury charge will follow.
Florence Cooke and Gladys Roberts were released from Holloway jail after a hunger strike by a dozen suffragettes fearing deaths. The two women, treated as political prisoners, had refused prison rations, damaged cells, and were kept in solitary confinement as comrades rallied to support them.
Lisbon reports engagement of King Manuel II of Portugal and Princess Alexandra of England daughter of the Duke of Fife. Manuel, the twenty year old king, ascended after royal murders two years ago. Alexandra, eighteen, is described as very attractive. The alliance may strengthen Portugal England ties and stabilize Portugal's government.
In New York Harbor the small freight steamer Martha Stevens bound for Trenton was rammed by a Robins Reef tug and sunk. Two men died and two were badly injured. the remaining crew, including two women, were rescued and taken to St George aboard the ferry Gowanus.
Tokyo July 21 The Kokumin the premier Katsura mouthpiece warns Japan will not show sentimentality as it keeps patience in talks with China. China proposes acceptable terms and ignores Japan’s reconsideration request. If China does not shift by month’s end Tokyo may adopt a firmer approach.
Kenosha Wisconsin July 21 a clue may lead to the whereabouts of Judge Joseph R Clarkson who disappeared last week A man matching the judge s son s description was seen in Glenene Illinois late Monday Parties in automobiles search the lake shore around Highland Park and Lake Forest The judge formerly of the district court of Omaha Nebraska is said to have disappeared before and returned seemingly unaware a possible case of aphasia
Pittsburg July 21 reports say the strike at the Pressed Steel Car plant in McKees Rocks and the Standard Steel Car plant in Butler is quiet. At McKees Rocks several more men returned to work including fifty electrical workers wiring new Hudson river tunnel cars. Strikers held another large meeting to pursue a permanent union. Butler plant may settle soon.
In New York on July 21 a controversial remark from former Colorado governor Rev. Henry A. Munchtel drew attention. He claimed women lack political influence and described women as a force that harms society, prompting debate over female political participation and rights.
A major blaze at Oshkosh destroyed about 3 000 feet of riverbank timber and roughly 1 003 020 metal stock. The incident left substantial material losses and prompted emergency responses.
Sixteen miners were killed by an explosion at the dampen 2 mine in Mana field near Lansendreer Prussia on July 21. Many workers were injured and carried to hospital for treatment.
Washington reports that Payne chairman of the House conference on the tariff bill refused to let any proposition go to a vote and would not sign a report if not supported by all. The stance suggests a rift with many Republican conferees, with Payne guiding actions toward the president's program.
Washington July 21 The senate debated a joint resolution directing the secretary of state to transmit to state governors replies on a constitutional amendment to authorize an income tax Senator Brown Nebras ka urged adoption but Senator Kean objected and moved to postpone action citing the tax bill agreement.
London July 21 Sir Robert Hart on extended leave due to health has almost decided to retire as director general of Chinese customs after a year in England His physicians ordered him to cancel a planned return to China citing insomnia and other ongoing ailments.
William Hampton formerly of Ishpeming Michigan was hanged at Bodmin for the murder of his sweetheart Emily Ny Tredres at St. Erth on May 2. Miss Tredres had rejected him, and he strangled her.
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