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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1906
Page
3
Fragmentary note from Newark dated July 8 1905 describes three years of intermittent illness and a doctor prescribing remedies. Text mentions Mowatt and a publication line urging if desired.
An advertisement touts Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills as complete treatment for hair loss dandruff scalp crusts and skin troubles from infancy onward. It claims cleansing stimulation nourishment and growth on a healthy scalp and notes the price one dollar for the set with single items sold by druggists.
Two massive explosions at the Rand & Laflin powder mills in Pleasant Prairie Kenosha county shook Racine and Kenosha counties between 3 and 4 am. Glass broken windows and fear of an earthquake followed. No deaths. eight hundred kegs of blasting powder were stored in the mills.
Two earthquake shocks were reported in Holland Grand Haven and Bangor Michigan at 3 20 am lasting six and three seconds respectively. Residents rushed outside as doors opened during the trembling rumblings like thunder near Black Lake shores. No serious damage noted and the quakes coincided with powder explosions across Lake Michigan in Wisconsin.
A tremor reported in Michigan City Indiana was felt by many residents early in the day. Buildings quivered and windows rattled for two to three seconds as the shock passed.
Max Cohen publisher of an insurance paper testifies before the House judiciary committee in Washington on May 21. He defends the $1,000,000 spent by President Mc Call under Andy Hamilton, claiming it saved millions for policyholders and counters alleged graft. He argues the Armstrong committee findings are small compared with state tax burdens.
A Northwestern mill spark in Stanley Wisconsin on May 21 ignited a blaze that destroyed about 100 houses and a dozen businesses, including a large Northwestern Lumber department store. Estimated total damage reaches $200000 with $100000 to residences. High winds prevented saving many structures leaving around 1000 people homeless.
A forest fire in Cobalt Ontario on May 21 ignited a storehouse containing several tons of dynamite. The explosion wrecked twenty five houses, caused injuries from flying debris, but none serious. The blaze started the disaster.
Philadelphia May 21 J Edward Addicks longtime Delaware Senate candidate arrived from Washington and named Henry A Dupont of Wilmington as the preferred nominee for the vacant seat He predicted a Delaware legislature special session soon to elect a senator and stated his retirement would prevent a Democratic win in the next election.
A blaze of unknown origin swept Phillips and Menzier lumberyards at Marathon City. More than 3,000,000 feet of lumber valued at $50,000 burned. Wausau dispatched an engine to aid firefighting as woods north of town burned. Loss partly insured.
The house of representatives accepted the senate amendment to grant amnesty to those who engaged in revolutionary attempts. Exclusions apply to participants in the Cienfuegos disturbance of Sept 22 1905 and the Guanabacoa outrage of Feb 24 1906.
In Peking on May 21 representatives of foreign powers announced united support for Britain in its protest against changes to China's customs service. The British charge d affaires sent a further note on the matter to the foreign office.
A five story brick factory of Estey Manufacturing in Owosso Michigan burned down on May 21. The Estey Factory A and Lake Ice Company buildings were ruined with an estimated total loss of 100000 dollars.
Wheat prices quoted with May at 82%4c July at 82%83c and September at 80% On track values include No 1 hard 85%c No 1 Northern 84%c No 2 Northern 825¢c indicating current market levels and grade quotes.
Wheat to arrive and on track with No 1 Northern at 84 cents No 2 Northern 8244 cents May and 84 cents July 84 cents Sept at 1 dollar Flax to arrive on track and May at 1.16 dollars July 1.17 cents Sept 1.16 Oct 1.15 dollars
Cattle good to choice steers 4.50 to 5.50, common to fair 3.50 to 4.25. Cows and heifers 3.00 to 4.50. Veals 1.50 to 4.25. Hogs 6.20 to 6.35. Sheep wethes 4.75 to 5.75, good to choice lambs 6.00 to 6.50, good to choice spring lambs 7.50 to 10.00.
Chicago May 19 cattle range from cows and heifers to calves with prices from 1.75 to 6.40. Hogs show mixed and butchers 6.30 to 6.55, light 6.40 to 6.52, pigs 5.50 to 5.60. Sheep range 3.50 to 6.25 with yearlings 5.60 to 6.40 and lambs 5.50 to 7.75.
Chicago May 19 data shows Wheat May 84? 84 percent and July 83 cents, Corn May 48? and July 47 cents, Oats May 33 cents for both May and July. Pork May 15.50 and July 15.57 dollars. Flax cash Northwestern 1.15 Southwestern 1.09 May 1.09. Butter Creameries 124¢ 19c. Eggs 15 15% cf Philtry Turkeys.
Massive blazes across Michigan and Wisconsin wipe out several towns including Ralph Town Alfred Salvoie and Quinessee. Thousands homeless, large timberyards and mills burned, bridges collapsed, rail lines tied up, and aid relief being organized as the fire moves northward toward Escanaba and Marquette.
Chicago May 21 Commonwealth Trust and Savings bank Chicago's first union labor banking institution has opened its doors. Authorized capital of 2 000 000, reduced to 500 000 with half subscribed. Board includes labor leaders and practical bankers. Rome May 21 Dr Lapponi reports Pope improving after gout attack. rest in bed ordered due to slight temp rise.
The campaign led by George Curry begins immediately with regular troops to scour the Samar islands. Scouts and constabulary will garrison army stations while 14 infantry companies participate. Acting Governor Ide, General Wood, and Governor Curry ordered the operation. Stubborn resistance is expected.
Paris reports confirm the Countess Boni de Castellane intends to return to America with her sister Elena Gould within months. Her attorney Mr. Kelly says she cannot depart while her divorce suit is pending, but will go to New York once the case concludes.
Nearly 400 women from suffrage groups interview Prime Minister Campbell-Bannerman at the Foreign Office. Eight speakers present their case in five minute turns, urging immediate legislation granting women the vote. The premier expresses sympathy but urges patience as a united government is needed. The Thames embankment rally and Trafalgar Square monster meeting end in strong dissatisfaction and a vow to press on, with the Marseillaise sung in protest.
Berlin reports Baron Jesko von Puttkamer, longtime governor of German Cameroon, plans to resign due to ill health amid past impropriety charges. The allegations of inhumanity and cruelty were raised by former aide Herr von Stetten and journalist Giesbercht, investigated, and led to an acquittal. Von Puttkamer had earlier served at the German consulate in Chicago.
Dublin May 21 reports Michael Davitt suffering a relapse with a restless night and high temperature. Professor Sir William Thompson, a renowned surgeon, has been summoned for expert consultation.
Washington May 21 The plan of procedure for the railroad rate bill is agreed. The measure will lie on the speaker's table pending a committee meeting to obtain a sense of Republican and Democratic members. Hepburn informs that the bill will likely be considered in regular committee session after amendments are discussed and differences debated in caucus before a conference with the Senate is requested.
Irwin Tucker, president of the Savings Bank of Newport News, Va., killed himself in his room above the bank as police prepared to arrest him on a $10,000 default charge. The bank was closed for investigation with reports the shortage could reach $20,000. A note by Tucker preceded the arrest and he said he would die if forced to surrender. His $30,000 life policy would cover the alleged defalcations.
In Riga on May 21 a court martial sentenced eight workmen to death for the murder of three police men as peasants appear greatly excited and appear to organize a general agrarian movement.
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