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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1895
Page
6
A Lithonia Georgia quarry owner touts S S S as a cure for a daughter’s severe eczema. He describes long suffering, failed treatments, and a complete recovery after using the vegetable blood remedy. The ad promises further details and free health books from Swift Specific Co. in Atlanta.
Of 21 candidates examined for commissioned ranks, 14 were found fit for promotion. Since vacancies exist only in lieutenancies, all candidates below No 2 in the examinations must wait for commissions.
Fox Lake Wisconsin November 1 Republicans celebrate the recovery of a cannon unearthed by Joseph Good while digging a trench. The weapon was stolen and buried by local Democrats in 1860 to hinder Lincoln election celebrations, and its disappearance had puzzled residents for years.
The Calumet County sheriff requests assistance to capture the Welch gang of highwaymen cornered in woods east of Neenah Wisconsin. The gang has held up many farmers in the area.
In Henderson Minnesota on November 2, burglars entered the home of Henry Blume a wealthy retired farmer and stole about 75 dollars and a watch. They fled before opening the safe.
Philadelphia November 4 The Holmes trial nears a rapid end as Judge Arnold bars irrelevant testimony and the defense, claiming no evidence, announces it will submit the case on argument. Prosecutors had planned a longer presentation but the shift compresses proceedings and timing.
From Varna dated Nov 4 reports in Constantinople warn of a palace plot I arrestations at Stamboul and arms searches. Albanian guards refuse duty at Yildiz Koisk amid fear of executions and prison terms. Discontent grows in Anatolia with looming revolutionary activity and a probable Mussulman Armenian coalition ahead. The Turkish government seeks funds to mobilize reserves.
A strong and prolonged quake hit Rome at 4 38 am lasting about 11 seconds. Homes swayed walls cracked and clocks stopped with the Vatican buildings shaken but the pope calm. Residents fled then returned to their rooms as no serious damage was reported.
Jack Dempsey, the well known pugilist, died at his Portland residence of consumption. He passed away at 6 35 a m after realizing death was near and kissing the crucifix. His last words were calls to his wife as his two children were brought to his bedside.
Rome reports the next consistory will leave Italians with a three vote edge over foreign cardinals, with only three cardinal hats vacant. This ensures Italian dominance in the conclave against any foreign contender for the pontificate.
The piece presents a testimonial style promotion for Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure, highlighting it as the preferred remedy for ailments of the common people. It touts Hood's Pills as the best after dinner aid for digestion and headache relief with crowds endorsing the product.
The advertisement proclaims Scott's Emulsion as nourishment for men, women, babies, and children who are weak or thin. It argues poor blood leads to consumption and scrofula, and touts cod-liver oil as the best cure. the product is cod-liver oil with the fish-fat taste removed, offered in 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes by Scott & Bowne, New York.
Novoe Vremya reports Japanese forces pulling back from Liao Tung. Mahomedan insurgents capture Lan-Tcheou-Fu, capital of Kan-Soo on the Yellow river, defeating Chinese troops and planning an independent kingdom. Reinforcements mobilized from Kashgar as Central China secret societies prepare to clash.
Private advices from Mexico say President Diaz may aid the Cuban insurgents by sending several regiments once asked. The report states Cuba could become part of a Mexican republic, presenting a significant development in the Cuban crisis.
Reports from Washington indicate Brazil will invite the United States to join a conference of American republics to resist European aggression. The administration backs Brazil’s proposal with Secretary Olney’s cordial indorsement and prompt presidential action anticipated upon receipt of the invitation.
A Cannon Ball express derailment on the Baltimore and Ohio line near Elm Grove Wheeling results in two immediate deaths and about forty injuries. Witnesses report cars demolished and passengers evacuated as surgeons and wrecking crews respond.
A blaze on the second floor of a six story brick building at 7 Pelham Street in New York City killed four people. Watchman Jacob Shapiro and Isaac Penson were found in the ruins along with an unidentified man. Morris Dirschauer died later at Gouverneur Hospital from a fractured skull after leaping from a second story window. One man who jumped to escape the fire died in hospital.
A massive fire at Shefield Walcott mills near Walcott Minnesota destroyed the mammoth milling plant and 12 to 14 connected structures. The blaze began at 10:30 a.m. and caused losses exceeding 150000 dollars. The mill, with a 1200 barrel daily capacity, plus multiple dwellings and outbuildings, were consumed.
Fire swept Arcadia Iowa last night leaving a single store standing. Four acres burned destroying six residences, hotels, an opera house, livery barn, harness shop, two grain elevators, lumber and coal yard, barber shop, post office, two drug stores, two saloons, three general stores, one furniture and one hardware store, one butcher shop, one vacant storeroom, one shoe store and four barns. Loss estimated at fifty five thousand dollars with partial insurance.
A northbound Katy passenger train derailed near Waxahachie due to a spread rail at 11 a.m. The engineer Mike Murphy was killed and 22 people were injured, 13 seriously, as the wreck halted service on the Missouri Kansas and Texas line near Dallas.
Devil Labs North Dakota November 5. W A Haslam was accidentally shot and killed while out Nanting. He was accompanied by County Treasurer Tanton. Haslam was alone in the buggy when the gun went off. The shot entered his jaw, broke it and caused death shortly after.
In KnaMATH Falls Oregon on November 5 Adolph C Frick the horse thief who escaped last week held up a mail stage from Ager California A passenger shot Frick during the robbery his wound described as not serious
The upcoming issue will start The Simpletons by Thomas Hardy in the December number and continue to November 73895. Critics expect it to excite readers as Trilby did, with high enthusiasm. Also featured will be The Recollections of Joan of Arc by Louis De Conte, and a profusely illustrated Charleston and the Carolinas paper slated for January. Postage free to subscribers in the United States Canada and Mexico. Address Harper & Brothers.
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