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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1897
Page
5
Northwestern members Davis Nelson and Tawney press for restoration of the Dingley rates. Democratic members in the House advocate sugar tax adjustments as part of trade policy efforts.
Republican members of the senate committee on finance met at the Arlington hotel with many senators to debate flax and hemp schedules. Senators Davis Nelson and Pettigrew and Representative Tawney spoke for raising duties and restoring house rates, while no conclusions were announced.
Washington report says Democrats on the Ways and Means Committee are drafting a sugar schedule to replace existing proposals. The plan is described as anti trust, promising protection for home producers and cheaper consumer sugar, though officials will not disclose specifics.
San Francisco June 2 The Hawaiian government sent a steamer Peru with advices that Hawaii will vigorously uphold its immigration laws in response to Japan. Hawaii refused to join Japan on sending back 523 Japanese immigrants from the Kiniani March 9. Japan says governments may pass reasonable laws on immigration but contends Hawaii's laws may violate the treaty between the two nations.
Judge Simonton of the United States circuit court blocked South Carolina from stopping liquor brought into the state. The Vandercook county case limits state dispensatory controls by affirming that importation rights include the right to sell, potentially nullifying state liquor laws if upheld on appeal.
Washington reports the Post Office Department clarifies that Congress has not authorized private postal cards. No law exists on the subject, so private mailing cards remain subject to the letter rate when mailed.
Ferris D. Toucey an engineer at the First National building and brother of NY Central’s general manager will apply for patents on an air ship. He has worked secretly for five years on plans using both steam and compressed air. The craft will have no wings screws or gas.
Vienna report states the government has submitted to the Reichsrat a bill for state control of rings and trusts in sugar petroleum salt and beer to prevent price extortion and abuses. The measure may extend to further industries later.
Atlanta June 2. Z A Godfrey a 40 year old wealthy daughter of Hon Benjamin Dugger was arrested for murder. Indicted on children testimony who said she strangled and buried her daughter's illegitimate child six years ago.
Frank Glavin lasted only two minutes against Jim Butler in a San Francisco bout. The California Athletic Club match was a poor exhibition with neither fighter displaying any notable skill or cleverness.
Constantinople reports the Turkish government accepts a military armistice to be signed by field commanders. Negotiations with the ambassadors will set terms, with Thessaly as the signing site for a peace treaty. The porte seeks a fortnight armistice that can renew until talks finish.
London reports from Constantinople that German strategy aims to pressure Russia into a clear stance on Turkey. The prevailing view suggests Berlin seeks to force Russia to declare for or against Turkey, shaping the regional alignments.
At West Point on June 2 a Civil War battle monument honoring fallen regular army officers and soldiers was dedicated before about 5000 attendees. Brigadier General John M. Wilson presented the monument to the army, with General Schofield accepting for donors and Secretary Alger accepting for the government. Justice Brewer led the response after the anthem.
Winnipeg June 2 The dominion government plans a plebiscite on prohibition under pressure from temperance groups. A bill authorizing the plebiscite has been introduced and action is expected within a year. Questions include support for prohibition and a direct tax to cover revenue loss. Temperance advocates oppose the tax rider.
A powder keg explosion destroyed the Charles King & Sons warehouse in Charlottesville after a group tried to save books and property. Several injured when timbers and bricks collapsed. one person died from the disaster.
Fort Benton Montana June 2 1900 George B McLaughlin former sheriff of Chateau county appointed agent to the Blackfeet Indians to succeed Major George Steell who was removed for cause McLaughlin previously resided in Ohio where he aided the Young Republicans organization and activities.
At the National Sporting Club in London a 20 round £500 match between Dick Burge and Tom Causer ended with Burge disqualified for a foul in round seven after earlier cautions for hitting low. Causer led the action with a strong showing.
Eugene Sullivan camp foreman at Mitchell McClure logging headquarters in Carleton Minnesota was shot three times by timekeeper John D Brennan in a long standing dispute. Sullivan was taken to the hospital and his prognosis is poor.
Dans Texas June 2 Texas harvests the largest grain crop in its history. Wheat yield estimated between 20 000 000 and 25 000 000 bushels. Oat crop estimated at 40 009 000 bushels.
The Association of American Medical Colleges begins its annual meeting at the Hotel Walton in Philadelphia. President Dr. J. M. Bodine of Louisville Kentucky delivers the opening address.
Milwaukee reports heavy frosts across Wisconsin with vegetation and fruit damage from a regular blizzard. storm conditions and frost tied to June cold spell affectingجمع.
Washington reports President McKinley seeks a peaceful path to Cuban independence with Spain’s aid and a republican Cuba. If peace fails, he will use force. Calhoun report due soon. silver senators warned against blocking emergency funding. Consul General Lee updated on Havana developments.
In Havana El Diario de la Marina attacks Commissioner Calhoun via a Washington letter by Pepper. The piece argues private details of the mixed commission are exposed and accuses U S reporters in Havana of leaning toward Spain under the umbrella of the U S consul general.
The Messenger reports a 62 Cuban crew and General Nunez led a filibuster expedition from Wilmington North Carolina. The cargo of rifles machetes rapid fire guns and ammunition valued at 78000 was landed safely near Matanzas and noted as the second largest landed in Cuba.
A dispatch reports Wall Street promoter Dr G Hamilton Griffin, sought by many, located at 177 Wylie Avenue Pittsburgh. He has been there since April 27 and has not left his house since May 28.
In Newton on June 1 Emilie Wilson a liveryman was assaulted by Bert Emory who inflicted 11 knife wounds. Wilson is in critical condition and likely to die. The report notes misery and unrest in the town as a result of the incident.
Denver daily reports a spring wagon carrying eight children from 3 to 9 years old was struck by a Denver and Rio Grande special train. Henry Marson the carpenter drove the wagon with his three children. Police say Marson may have been intoxicated and ignored signals. Four children died and two others were critically injured. the scene described as a crushing, mangling wreck.
A serious accident at the Yerkes Observatory in Williams Bay Wisconsin closed the facility for the summer. The 75 foot diameter movable floor of the dome broke loose from its supports and dropped about 45 feet crushing the telescope support stairs and electric equipment. The fall likely damaged delicate telescope machinery though overall losses are described as slight.
Snow storms hit multiple Michigan and Wisconsin points on June 1. Bayfield recorded ground cover and a 30 degree low, while Oshkosh saw snow and a season low for this time of year.
The Pisa disaster during the Virgin image unveiling caused a panic when a candle ignited the cathedral. Official report: nine killed and twenty one seriously injured, mostly women residents of Pisa.
El Paso reports no new flood developments as the river falls from El Paso to Albuquerque. River decline drives continued evacuation, leaving the eastern end of San Antonio Street with its brick homes deserted.
Port Colborne Ontario June 1 The Canadian steamer Lewis Shichluna was sent to the bottom of Lake Erie off Long Point by collision with the steamer Tecumseh. The crew escaped in a small boat and, despite a heavy sea, stayed afloat until daylight when Tecumseh located and rescued them after a night at sea.
Mrs Nannie L Barr and her 4 year old child and sister Miss Mattie L Alexander aged 14 were drowned when the child fell into a deep hole in a tank near the house. The mother and the sister died while attempting to rescue the boy in shallow water.
Vienna June 1 report says Herr Pressler a Reichsrat member was challenged by several Right party members after he labeled Right members scoundrels during a Reichsrat sitting. He has accepted several challenges.
A female patient at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore has been diagnosed with leprosy after admission for a skin eruption. The woman was brought to the institution several weeks ago for evaluation.
Theodore Durrant will be hanged on June 11 at San Quentin. Governor Budd confirmed the date by telegraph to Warden Hale and ordered the death watch placed on the prisoner.
In Butte, prominent merchant James Borthwick was killed when his buggy overturned and he broke his neck. Nearby, miner William Riley died after being struck by a train at Warm Springs.
Pietro Acciarito, who attempted to stab King Humbert on April 22 near the racecourse, received a life galley sentence.
Earthquake shocks were felt at midnight in Rome and at Messina Ischia and other points as residents reported tremors across the region.
List of letters in the Huron South Dakota post for week ending May 29 1897 includes Miller Mrs J C Nelson Miss Anna A Buchanan Howard Davis Miss Ella Healey J E Larwick Mrs Emma. Notice to Contractors for Mason Work calls bids for bridge piers two miles north of Huron on town line due by June 8. Specifications at L C Barneys store address P O box 875 Huron S D Jacop Schuyler chairman construction com.
City Marshal Con R Huytrey informs owners that dogs with unpaid tax must be paid by June 15 or the animals will be killed.
Plaintiff's attorney Joan L PyLe is listed in the case docket with first publication May 20 and last publication July 1 indicating a public notice in the judicial process.
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