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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1895
Page
2
Three shocks struck S City at 5 15 PM, the first roaring like thunder and lasting about 20 seconds. A second and third violent tremor followed for about 12 seconds, toppling desks and railing in Courier Journal building and unsettling guests at the Louisville Hotel and Hotel State.
An earthquake of unusual violence hit Charleston South Carolina at 5 08 AM. The tremor shook for about 20 minutes toppling chimneys and breaking plate glass. The Methodist church suffered major damage while fissures opened near four miles south and at Big Lake further north.
A distinct quake lasting about 45 seconds was felt in CuicaGco and Janesville Wisconsin. Western Union and telephone company workers on duty on the 11th floor were jolted, desks rocked, but no damage reported.
Cincinnati reports a notable quake at 5 12 a m the most distinct in a decade. The tremor lasted about two minutes with a brief initial tremor and two or three strong undulations. Windows rattled as if from a large explosion.
An earthquake shock was felt in Jackson Mississippi at 5 10 p m lasting over one minute. It caused cracks up to a foot wide in the third story walls and left the capitol building in a state of decay and danger to employees. fear of collapse if another shock occurs.
In St Louis on November 2 at 5 12 a m several strong earthquake shocks were distinctly felt from east to west lasting several seconds. Western Union operators in the telegraph room hurried outside as alarms sounded though there was no rumbling noise.
The November 2 earthquake at 5 09 a m was the strongest for the region shaking for about 30 seconds with north and south vibrations. Residents rushed outside as chimneys toppled and the public library building suffered heavy damage, a lighter aftershock followed 15 minutes later.
Reports from Manchester Independence West Union Lansing McGregor and other points indicate the earthquake was general across Northern Iowa. Train passengers described an unusual rocking motion as cars swayed during the tremor.
An early morning quake at 5 a.m. in Keosauqua Iowa rattled dishes on shelves and alarmed residents, with reports that the trembling was stronger than the 1891 event. Homes shook and sleepers in upper floors were awakened by the quake.
In Duuvin on November 2 the Masonic Temple association assigned to George N. Lavaque for creditors. Liabilities total about 135000. Assets consist of the temple building and insurance on the destroyed opera house from a few weeks ago.
Dan Stuart arrives from Hot Springs and Little Rock and says a bout could happen if a venue is found. He plans to go to El Paso to arrange details and remains hopeful. In Little Rock excitement over the fight question has faded as Corbett and party travel toward Memphis and Fitzsimmons movements are unclear.
F T Gates announced on November 5 that John D Rockefeller will add eight million dollars to his gifts to the University of Chicago. One million is unconditional, while two million is conditional on the university raising an equal amount by the start of 1900.
A Mexican district reports ten residents including Nicolas Hernandez and Maria Concepcion were seized by an auxiliary judge who claimed divine instruction and ordered the jail set ablaze. A mob and local officials then marched the prisoners to Mollango for judicial inquiry amid violent unrest.
Sheriff Dillard and Miller county deputies arrested James J. Fitzsimmons and his manager at Fulton after detaining them from a Texarkana to Little Rock transport. The pair, under heavy peace bonds, remained defiant about a future heavyweight bout as authorities planned secure transport via Cotton Belt to Little Rock.
An order for the sale of the Sioux City Terminal railway and Warehouse company's property was filed in federal court to satisfy first mortgage bondholders. The company owes over 2 million dollars, about half of which is preferred. Sale allowed only if a bid of at least 1 million dollars is received.
Neenah Wisconsin November 5 The patrol yacht Cora arrived in Menasha after a two days cruise on Lake Winnebago with 18 gill nets 110000 feet of sturgeon line and 400 pounds of sturgeon seized from illegal fishermen in Mansurs Bay by Warden Johnson and 10 assistants.
A morning paper reports a new Cuban expedition is being formed with members drawn from New Jersey National Guard. The recruits are described as sharp shooters qualified to command companies and trained in signal corps work.
Tampa reports from Cuba that about 5000 men have joined the insurgents from Matanzas province in the last 0 days. The dispatch notes rapid recruitment amid ongoing conflict and fears of wider mobilization.
In Little Rock Nov 1 an accord was reached for Corbett to be brought to Little Rock to answer a Pulaski county warrant and for a temporary postponement of the fight if the club acted in good faith. Militia commanders held conferences with the governor as deputies and sheriffs moved to block access to Fitzsimmons. Corbett is reported hiding and the plan is seen as a militiary flank to deter hot Springs action.
Sheriff Haupt and Deputy Cooper condemn Australian and Julian oil manager for actions during arrest attempt. Officers say the Fitzsimmons group resisted and favored capture by others to avoid Hot Springs, highlighting alleged attempt to delay transfer.
The Phoenix Athletic Club wired managers of Corbett and Fitzsimmons offering a $50,000 purse and immunity from arrest if the fight is staged in Phoenix Arizona.
Tacoma report states ex city treasurer George W. Boggs was arrested at Central Point near Jacksonville Oregon by Sheriff Parker. Warrant charges include larceny and embezzlement totaling 109000 dollars and a second warrant accuses him of unlawfully using 180000 dollars for an unauthorized purpose.
In Philadelphia on November 2 Holmes breaks down sobbing while his estranged wife Miss Yoke testifies behind him. The trial nears its end with the Commonwealth near to resting its case and the defense set to offer no defense, opting for argument on acquittal.
King of Ashanti declares readiness for war after rejecting Britain's demand for a British commissioner and protectorate. Captain Donald Steward delivers the ultimatum from Accra. imperial and native forces planned to march on Coomassie to enforce terms.
Reported charges claim Colonel Crofton, commander at Fort Sheridan, has long employed enlisted men as servants in violation of army rules. Rumors say congressmen sympathetic to the privates may push a war department inquiry, and that Crofton is not unique among Fort Sheridan officers in these violations.
In Lincoln Nebraska on November 2 a diocesan court convicted Fathers Fitzgerald and Murphy and expelled them from the diocese for defying Bishop Bona cum. The bishop presided and the convicted men claim they were victims of a packed jury.
Minister Terrill secured Turkish action to punish those who killed bicyclist Lenz in Armenia. He cabled that Kurds and Armenians responsible will be tried at Erzurum with the United States represented by the British consul at Erzurum.
In Outagamie County Wisconsin the county superintendent annulled the teaching certificates of Catholic sisters for wearing Catholic order attire while employed in public schools. The case was referred to Bishop Messmer with possible appeal to court.
John Lamson, second vice president of New York Security and Trust, well known in Eastern financial circles, arrived in Spokane by the Oregon Railway train in a condition described as violently insane. The report comes as a special to The News from Spokane.
In Canton the coroner found a woman named Walford and her illegitimate child dead from poison. The mother killed the child and then consumed poison herself, realizing the enormity of her crime.
Sioux Fats South Dakota, November 2. W. W. Taylor now works in the boiler room as a roustabout. He handles ashes and coal and cleans the engine, sharing the room with C. W. Mosher of Lincoln Nebraska, known for bank wrecking activities.
Inspectors from the post office department reported to First Assistant Jones on carriers tied to the St. Paul office. Jones ordered two carriers to show cause for removal, two for 30 days suspension, three for 10 days, and ten to explain irregularities.
Stock holders vote unanimously to wind up the bank. Officials report solvency and money on hand to pay all depositors as cashier B H Bowman confirms the funds.
A. R. U. committee failed to obtain a meeting with Great Northern president J. J. Hill in St. Paul. They accuse the company of breaching the 1894 agreement, report widespread employee abuses, and threaten a new strike if Hill does not sign their prepared documents.
The Journal reports half the Northwest marketable wheat crop sold and delivered. Since Aug 1 Minneapolis and Duluth received 48 million bushels. country mills ground 10 million. 5 million shipped outside the two cities. total 81 million bushels sold from the new crop leaving less for nine months. Receipts likely fall, favoring higher wheat prices.
A blaze at the large oatmeal mill of the Cereal Milling Company in Cedar Rapids Iowa caused about 5000 in losses. The fire started by friction on a shaft and pulley. Insurance fully covers the damage.
West Superior Wis Oct 31 The owners may accept Philadelphia parties offer to move the world’s fair passenger steamship Christopher Columbus to the Atlantic. The plan aims to reenter the Delaware trade for use on the Delaware River or New York watering season at Southern resorts.
The Ashland civic federation seeks the arrest of Mayor McClintosh on malfeasance in office for failing to close saloons and houses of ill fame and for not stopping gambling. The complaint adds charges related to lax enforcement and conniving in their operation.
Henry Lamounte was arrested in Wavasaw Wisconsin on October 31 on charges of murdering a woodsman at Superior on September 23. He is also wanted for killing a Denver police officer three years earlier and two additional similar crimes.
The schooner Henry C. Richards of Cleveland foundered 15 miles off Little Point Au Sable. The crew escaped in a yawl boat and were rescued after harsh exposure by the White River lifesaving station.
Wasn Hindron Nov. 2 A mass meeting of Cuban sympathizers was held last night but failed to meet expectations. Corporal Tanner, ex commissioner of pensions, presided. The highlight was a forceful address by General Quesada the Cuban patriot.
San Francisco November 2 Attorney Barnes did not finish his closing argument in the Theodore Durrant trial and will resume tomorrow. Judge Murphy’s lengthy charge is expected to occupy the jury, delaying their retirement until after noon.
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