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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1896
Page
7
Translated from an old advertisement extolling Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative that cleanses the system without weakening organs. It stresses choosing the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. product, promotes internal cleanliness, and suggests physicians for actual diseases while touting widespread satisfaction.
Havana reports via Key West that Antonio Maceo directed a night attack along the Trocha causing heavy Cuban fatalities and Spanish disarray. Cuban forces used dynamite guns to wreck batteries, capture artillery, cartridges and arms, with fighting spanning from Bahia Honda to Makanda.
Nat Goodwin seeks a divorce from Nella Goodwin. Pennsylvania fish chief Henry Ford dies in Philadelphia. William M Chase to teach at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Oklahoma suburb arson attempts total three in two months at Whiting Indiana. Prince Vittorio Emanuele betrothed to Princess Helene of Montenegro. John Brough completes a yearlong world tour by wheel. Choynski to fight McAuliffe eight rounds in San Francisco. Tasf men meeting to discuss August 14 in Cincinnati. Body found in Wells Minnesota possibly missing newsboy murdered in 1894. Japan Germany treaty approved by privy council. San Francisco Produce Exchange shifts grain futures to centals. Elizabeth McCoy, KC pioneer, dies at 77. Very Rev. C H Gardner dead at Bayfield. potential Episcopal bishop candidate.
Advertising copy for Laxative Bromo Quinuine Tablets claiming a one day cure for colds with a money back guarantee from druggists, priced 25 cents.
Havana dispatch reports General Mesquizo seized positions held by General Maceo. Insurgents suffer 80 killed and many wounded, while 11 Spaniards are killed and 90 wounded.
A Cuban junta delegation is negotiating for about a dozen machine guns to aid the revolutionists, according to a local report. The rumors place the purchase as part of ongoing efforts by Cuban rebels.
An irade orders a flotilla of 10 torpedo boats for Dardanelles defense based on Russian General Tc hikatehoff's fort inspections. Reports from Kharput cite the Egin massacres with about 2000 killed while Turkish officer actions in Galata spark Armenian tensions.
Said Khalid, claimant to the Zanzibar sultanate, was set on a German man-of-war despite British protests and ongoing diplomatic negotiations. The move strained British and German officials ashore and could spark international complications.
FraskKroft Ky October 6 The Democratic convention of Kentucky's Seventh district adjourned sine die after three days with a ballot deadlock among C J Seroenston F E Settle and J D Carroll A resolution calls for new primaries on October 17.
John Carr a Long Island City lumber dealer fought two highwaymen in West Haverstraw on October 6 losing 5000 in cash. Police seek a white man and a negro but have little prospect of capture.
The Republic of St. Louis reports W. J. Stone governor of Missouri has been offered a place in Bryan’s cabinet if Bryan is elected. The paper notes it is the only morning paper in St. Louis backing the Chicago platform and ticket.
In Waverly Minnesota on October 5 a break in at the Water town roller mill saw the safe blown open. About a thousand dollars in notes and other papers stolen. One thief identified and the sheriff pursues the suspects.
A Chicago story tells how Mrs. Emily Argile credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with curing long standing womb illness and aiding her daughter Emily after diphtheria left lingering fatigue and nervousness. The testimonial notes Emily’s dramatic recovery after three weeks and the mother’s regained energy enabling daily housework.
Leapville Colorado October 2 The situation remains quiet with strict precautions to prevent any outbreak. National guard members arrive daily and Major Campion, associated with the Little Johnny gold mine, is building a strong barricade around the property in anticipation of resuming mining.
Cincinnati report states State Senator Adolph Pluemer has been missing for days and did not turn over $800 owed to the school board for its library fund. Pluemer retired as library treasurer in June and could not settle the account. He was a prominent iron dealer once reputed to be a millionaire.
The National Democratic party of Nebraska met in Omawa on October 3 and named a full state and congressional ticket and electors. The resolutions endorsed the Indianapolis convention and its candidates, and were unanimously adopted.
Senator Gray of Delaware, who denounced the Chicago convention platform and opposed its ticket, delivered his first campaign address under the Honest Money League of Delaware.
West Superior Wisconsin October 8 Fire Chief Kellogg under Mayor Pattison's orders canvassed the fire department on a new contract with reduced wages. Every firefighter refused the cut and will quit their posts.
A malignant fever in Merv Turkestan has killed about ten thousand people over two months, most of them children, with the outbreak resembling the 1893 illness.
A prairie fire swept a seven by ten mile area between the Chicago and Northwestern and the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul lines. It burned from west of Broadland to Wolsey and toward Valley Junction, destroying about five thousand bushels of wheat and 10,000 tons of hay with many farmers losing nearly their entire crop.
Heavy rain swept Benson causing most damage in the town. The wet end was washed away and seven people are reported dead with several others missing. Trains are halted for an estimated 24 hours.
Milwaukee reports a move to annul the Western league franchises of Milwaukee Kansas City Detroit St Paul and Columbus. The action rests on Grand Rapids being admitted to the league against Indianapolis and Minneapolis wishes and against the national agreement.
The Rish A. Gray estate is moving toward settlement after Gray’s death. Two women, each claiming to be his wife, have appeared, but Kathryn Western is expected to be recognized as Gray’s wife and the property will be divided.
Osuko Wis Oct 9. Twenty people were poisoned by smoked herring. symptoms mimic cholera and city doctors cared for many patients. No deaths reported.
At the Arizona Republican convention Tom Fitch argues for staying in the party despite debates on silver coinage. He recalls his lifelong Free Silver advocacy, cites party achievements, history, and loyalty, and expresses devotion to the Republican standard and its enduring principles.
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