Fourth of July To Blame For Higher Than Usual Deaths
A fragmented remark argues that July Fourth causes more deaths than any other day, claiming statistics show disproportionately high loss of life and a fragile national condition.
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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1900
Page
8
A fragmented remark argues that July Fourth causes more deaths than any other day, claiming statistics show disproportionately high loss of life and a fragile national condition.
The article lists October as one of the fatly dangerous months for stock speculation, alongside July January September August December February April March June November and May. It notes caution for investors during these periods.
Washington reports that troops in the Philippines will shift from expeditionary warfare to police rule as General Otis prepares to declare the end of war rules. A mobile gendarmerie is planned to cover Luzon and islands, while a Philippine commission is formed to establish local civil governments. Denby declines reappointment due to health.
Washington on February 23 states the United States will withdraw its claims to the islands Caygayen Sulu and Cibiu after Spanish government representations that these islands south of the Philippine archipelago were Spain's property.
John B. Wellcome testified before the senate committee that his senatorial campaign expenditures did not exceed 25 000 dollars. He provided his bank book and old checks to support the claim, which were reviewed by a sub committee and not released. He alleged Daly financed money used in the Whiteside exposure and blamed Montana supreme court for his disbarment trial bias.
A tramp in BotseE Ida files a damages suit against the Oregon Short Line claiming injuries from riding on brake rods beneath a car. He alleges railroad employees knew of his presence and failed to remove him as required, due to gross negligence.
Neueste Nachrichten reports that German official letters were opened by British authorities, commenting on a congressional resolution about ex-Consul Macrum's Pretoria correspondence.
Governor Shaw sent to the senate the nomination of Gofford S. Robinson of Sioux City for the state board of control to fill the vacancy from ex-Governor Larrabee. Judge Robinson retired after twelve years on the state supreme bench two months ago.
In Trempealeau county near Blair Wisconsin on February 23 a house fire killed 10 year old Mary Hibberg as her family escaped in night clothes. The blaze destroyed the family home leaving the girl unaccounted for.
Des Moines February 23 The house committee on appropriations voted to abandon the industrial home for the blind at Knoxville. Opened twelve years ago the inmates will be cared for in the respective counties.
In Cape Town the siege of Cronje’s forces at Modder River continued as Lord Kitchener demanded unconditional surrender or a fight to a finish. Cronje’s troops are reported surrounded by Roberts’ army after the British took Barkly West.
Reports from Paardeberg date Feb 22 describe General Cronje’s night march and the Boers’ stubborn defence. British columns including Highland, Essex, Welsh and Yorkshires enveloped the laager while Canadian troops crossed the Modder drift. Despite heavy fire and a thunderstorm the defenders held firm, with General Smith-Dorrien advancing on the laager and Kitchener present. Casualties and a tense night followed as both sides rested.
Washington February 22 Senator Clark finished his senate committee testimony amid tighter questioning from witnesses Frank Corbett E C Day and John E Wellcome Day admitted receiving a $5000 testimonial from Clark while Wellcome denied all allegations Wellcome and Corbett faced examination over a mortgage and related statements as the hearing continued.
Washington Feb 22 Republicans nervous over the Porto Rican tariff bill as only 14 vote majority opposes it. Three speeches focused on the constitutional question. Eight GOP votes could defeat the measure with 12 to 15 Republicans in doubt. Calls for a caucus rise amid opposition from McCall Littlefield Powers Tompkins Bromwell Lorimer Heatwole Tongue Loud Jones Cushman Crampacker.
General Roberts reports Boer forces driven off in all directions with many killed and wounded. A Paardeberg dispatch dated Feb 21 notes Commandant Botha attempting to relieve General Cronje, with severe fighting and Botha’s forces scattered and suffering heavy losses.
Lord Roberts reports from Paardeberg on February 22 that Methuen’s lines deliver food and forage to Kimberley as quickly as possible. Coal will fuel De Beers mines within ten days, easing misery. Hospital arrangements are reported perfect and Prieska with surrounding areas are expected to settle soon.
In Washington on February 22 the Philippine question was resumed in the Senate with Mr. Kenney speaking against retaining the islands and urging self governance for Filipinos. After passing 52 pension bills and various general calendar measures, discussion on the Hawaiian government bill continued with amendments introduced but not concluded.
Ex governor George W. Peck of Wisconsin is tipped as a Philippine commissioner with strong backing from Wisconsin Republicans and nearby states if McKinley awards a Western seat to a Democrat. In Bellefontaine Ohio, James Porger shot and fatally wounded whisky dealer Robert Young at Bell Center, then surrendered and wounded himself in custody.
Dututu reports a surge in grain arrivals with about 900000 bushels received in the past week. Total stored grain reaches 10500000 bushels, of which 8950000 are wheat. Officials predict large receipts of both wheat and corn through May.
Vancouver Feb 22 The British Columbian government will drop all pending legislation when the redistribution bill is passed if not defeated on this measure.
Secretary Lyman J. Gage was guest of honor at a banquet in the Auditorium hosted by the National Association of Merchants and Travelers. The event drew more than 800 members in Cnicasco on February 22.
A Washington conference agreed to host the National Democrat clubs convention in Indianapolis, with the event to be held there. The decision was reported by a special sent to The Sentinel.
A testimonial from L. J. Clark of Orange Courthouse Virginia describes a six year obstinate ankle ulcer unhealed by doctors or other blood remedies. He credits S. S. S. with drawing poison from the blood and restoring health, claiming a complete cure.
An advertisement touts S. S. S. as a guaranteed purely vegetable blood remedy that cures contagious blood poison, scrofula, cancer, catarrh, eczema, rheumatism, sores, ulcers, boils, and other blood troubles without minerals, with free books offered by the Swift Specific Company of Atlanta.
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