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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1898
Page
1
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant and effective remedy for kidneys, liver, and bowels. It claims gentle yet prompt cleansing of the system, dispels fevers and headaches, and conquers habitual constipation. It asserts unique quality, appeals to taste, and lists California and New York offices with 50 cent bottles widely sold by druggists.
The United States government has been purchasing Alabama coal in large quantities for immediate delivery to Gulf ports. The cruiser Detroit was coal fed in Mobile harbor recently, with ships sent to Mobile Pensacola Tampa and Key West. A Northern firm aims to secure 250000 tons for government use and seeks substantial Alabama coal purchases.
Washington reports swift action on Senator Cannon's bill seeking fifty million dollars for defense. Senators show split views on immediate passage versus committee consideration, with many favoring expedited approval upon Senate receipt. Spaniards say General Lee’s recall request to Madrid was not official.
Chairman Cannon of the appropriations committee introduces a bill titled Making Appropriations for the National Defense proposing a 250 million dollar appropriation to be available until June 30, 1897. The measure follows a White House conference with Long Dingley Allison Grosvenor and Grosvenor and reflects urgent aim to prepare for national defense.
The Navy Department plans to replenish ammunition for the Asiatic squadron. Training ship Mohican at Mare Island will carry 40 tons of powder for the China fleet and depart immediately on a voyage that includes Honolulu en route to the Samoan islands, without delaying its planned itinerary.
Secretary Long said the court of inquiry had not received or issued orders and would shape its own movements from Key West. The Maine fleet court, under Admiral Sicard, reports directly to him and will return to Havana to take delayed testimony from divers before concluding its work on the disaster.
Washington reports note five pivotal events affecting US Spain tensions on March 9. Cannon introduces a 60 million defense fund, Spain withdraws a recall threat over Consul General Lee, Montgomery is ordered to Havana, House passes artillery expansion, and talks begin on buying warships. Navy officials expect cautious sleeve of acquisitions and possible ironclads, with Lane presenting ship proposals from Maxim Nordenfeldt.
The Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroad shipped 60 000 tons of gunpowder and ammunition from the government storehouse at Dover New Jersey last week. A trainload of powder left Dover each night and at Hoboken was placed on lighters for coastal fortifications.
The navy department announced that the cruiser Montgomery will relieve the dispatch boat Fern at Havana and the Fern will carry provisions to Matanzas and Sagua la Grande. The Montgomery, an armored cruiser of 2,089 tons with 10 guns and 228 men, will be the first U S warship at Havana since the Maine disaster.
Maprio March 9 Spain requests the United States recall General Fitzhugh Lee from Havana consul general to prove goodwill. General Woodford met Spanish foreign ministry officials, and Washington replied by Saturday. Madrid papers largely ignored the issue.
Secretary of War Alger met with Speaker Reed at the Speaker’s hotel in Washington to discuss the current situation. They spent about half an hour reviewing the needs and reached a clear understanding that the House would act promptly on any administration measure for an emergency and would support the administration.
San Francisco reports that a steel moulders strike at the Pacific rolling mills has delayed work on the battleship Wisconsin, which was recently ordered rushed.
A debate erupts over a measure granting railroad right of way and bonding concessions to Canada. The bill touches pension and diplomatic appropriations and has been sent to the President for action.
Washington March 7 After days of debate the Senate approved the bill extending the homestead law and granting right of way for railroads in Alaska. Section 13 sparked lively discussion over Canada bonding concessions and the long standing fisheries dispute with Britain. The floor indicated the fisheries issue could be settled with the bill, aided by assurances from influential Canadian elements.
Washington dispatch reports two more appropriation bills, the pension and the consular and diplomatic bill, advancing to the president after final house action. A Bowman act war-claims measure for 780 seized stores and supplies in the South was approved for next Friday, plus small settlements for back pay and heirs of Sterling T. Austin.
Bristol March 4 The new United States torpedo boat Talbot completed her first builder s trial over the 7 knot course with a successful result and at the close it was announced she made a speed record of 23 knots per hour.
CINCINNATI March 4 Two tons of dynamite were shipped from here during the day to Pensacola Florida. The shipping firm declines to say whether it was shipped on government account or to private dealers.
Mary L. Cumm ines of North Brookfield Massachusetts says she suffered catarrh of the stomach with alternating hunger and pain and weight loss. After taking Hood's Sarsaparilla she recovered strength and appetite. Advertisement touts Hood's as the best blood purifier with price: $1 or six for $5.
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