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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1898
Page
1
A promotional text extols Syrup of Figs as pleasant to taste and effective for kidneys and bowels, claiming it cleanses the system, dispels fevers and headaches, and treats habitual constipation. It is advertised as the sole remedy of its kind, available in 50 cent bottles through leading druggists with nationwide distribution. California Fig Syrup Co. markets it from Louisville and New York locations.
Washington March 21 The senate committee on privileges and elections favors a constitutional amendment to move the presidential vice presidential and congressional term expiration from March 4 to the last Wednesday in April. The change would take effect in 1901 to avoid harsh weather during March inaugurations.
The House committee on coinage reports favorably a resolution for the secretary of the treasury to conduct experiments to find the best material for minor coinage and to present new designs to Congress. It notes copper pennies tarnish and the S-cent nickel wears, with Switzerland Austria-Hungary and Italy already using pure nickel for durable coins.
Seattle March 21 Rev Sheldon Jackson acting for the war department has sold 200 head of the reindeer herd purchased for the Yukon relief expedition to private parties. Government receipts are about 100 dollars per animal. Purchasers include P Richardson an Alaskan mail carrier and W A Brooman connected with an Alaskan Transportation company.
In Washington on March 19 the Spanish minister met with Judge Day at the state department for a little over an hour. Afterward both sides stayed tight lipped, and while no new issues surfaced the talks were described as a general exchange of pacific assurances with a hopeful view of the situation.
A San Francisco report says the bark Helen W Almy with 27 passengers and 13 crew sailed Sunday from Copper River points and foundered nine miles off Point Bonita. The derelict lies bottom up with no word from survivors after 72 hours, while 40 lives are feared lost amid heavy seas. Captain Alexander of the Santa Rosa filed the sighting. Sea Witch recovered the derelict.
A violent rainstorm drives the Salamanda river above its banks in Portland Indiana. The rapid rise threatens Meridian street and floods the north and west parts of town. Hundreds of acres of farm land submerged and extensive damage reported as water levels climb hourly.
Heavy rains cause the Miami River to overflow its banks in Cincinnati. The river rose over a foot during the day and continues to rise, prompting many residents along the river to evacuate their homes.
Delaware Ohio reports a severe rainstorm with rising Obentang River waters forcing residents to evacuate by carts and boats. Authorities describe the situation as very alarming and destructive.
Reports from up river points indicate rivers have peaked and are receding. In Pittsburg the danger line of 22 feet was reached as water continues to rise slowly at river towns along the stream.
INDIANAPOLIS March 24. Six and a half inches of rain since last Saturday caused extensive crop damage across Indiana and railroad traffic is practically halted statewide.
Des Moines reports that the Senate bill to place state institutions under a board of control passed the lower house 71 to 10 after a rowdy session. The speaker moved the measure to a third reading by simple majority, ending amendments and debate amid Republican fury and confusion.
In Washington on March 24 bids were opened at the War Department for supplying 470,000 pounds of brown prismatic powder for seacoast fortification guns. Only two bidders appeared the California Powder Company and the Du Pont Powder Company.
New York March 24 The yacht Mayflower recently acquired by this government will be floated into the navy yard drydock in the morning. Armament is understood to include two 6 inch guns twelve 6 pounders and two torpedo tubes.
Lieutenant Richie of the Corps of Engineers has orders to construct another battery for two rapid fire rifles at Fort Point on Galveston Island. The new position will command the harbor entrance.
Lieutenant Commander Marix carries the court of inquiry report from Key West to Washington aboard the City of Key West. The inquiry remains inactive, with growing doubt over a definite cause of the explosion and a lingering belief among a minority that the Maine was blown up intentionally.
The Minnesota grand lodge A O U W opened a three day session in the capitol with a large turnout of young men and many new delegates. The Royal Arcanum eighth annual Minnesota grand council meets in Ellis hall as Grand Regent Baker reports broad prosperity after touring all councils.
Washington reports wheelock G Veazey of Vermont former Interstate Commerce Commission member died at 8 o clock He resigned last year due to ill health Veazey distinguished at Gettysburg in Pickett flank assault He served Vermont supreme court judge from 1878 to 1889 and helped found the G A R In Vermont At the 1890 Boston G A R encampment he was elected commander in chief He followed A F Walker on the interstate commerce commission in 1889 serving until 1896
John Winkler was arrested in Marinette Wisconsin on suspicion of killing William Somers whose body was found dying on the Soo track near Pembina Sunday. An inquest will be held.
Saamnaw Mich March 24 Rev Orson D Taylor of The Dalles Oregon jailed here for months found guilty of securing money under false pretences and sentenced by Judge Snow to six years in state prison.
Washington March 23 The army and navy preparations proceed without interruption as routine on a gigantic scale. No new warship purchases were concluded today yet bids opened for about 1600 cast iron projectiles for seacoast cannon reveal a busy ordnance office and firms proposing a wide price range.
A high level wartime conference at the secretary of war examined Tortugas harbor fortifications and a potential coaling station. Attendees included Secretary Alger Assistant Secretary Roosevelt General Miles General Wilson and Colonel Henry M Robert. No conclusion was reached pending another meeting.
The battleship Texas began northward movement from Key West today, settling the plan to form a second squadron near Hampton Roads. A Massachusetts move is anticipated within days, though final orders are yet to be issued.
The Holland submarine boat completed another trial from Perth Amboy New Jersey. On a 15 foot depth run she demonstrated good speed and easy handling. Plans call for filling the conning tower with electric lights before the next trip.
The United States cruiser Cincinnati arrived at Port Antonio from Barbadoes. US gunboats Wilmington and Castine reached Kingston from St Lucia. All three warships are coaling.
A. D. Haney of Elroy Pa describes severe salt rheum on arms causing itching and sleepless nights. After initial no change, he finished five bottles of Hood's Sarsaparilla and was completely cured with hands now smooth.
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