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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1908
Page
4
In Mofa Bulgaria on October 6, the principality of Bulgaria, a tributary of the sultan, declared independence from Turkey. Prince Ferdinand, elected leader in 1887, presided as tributes and crowds gathered at Tirnovo Cathedral where a manifesto to the nation followed the dramatic proclamation.
Paris reels with efforts by France to mediate a Turkey Bulgaria conflict after Prince Ferdinand proclaims Bulgaria's independence at Tirnovo. Pichon reports conferences with Russian Turkish and other ambassadors as diplomats view war as likely, noting Bulgarian mobilization and readiness to fight despite international pressure.
St. Petersburg Oct 6 Russian authorities announce plans to propose a congress of the powers for a general revision of the Berlin treaty. The move follows the proclamation of Bulgarian independence and reflects regional diplomatic shifts.
Paris reports a Vienna dispatch that the Bulgarian army is marching toward the frontier while Turkish forces also push forward to the front. The movement suggests growing pressure on the border amid ongoing tensions.
Washington monitors the Balkan situation as a bystander, noting the Berlin treaty signatories handle matters. The U S will respond to changes such as Bulgarian independence or shifts in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with recognition only after a strong de facto government emerges as criteria.
London report says Turkey favors a peace conference over Bulgaria's independence and expects European powers to intervene to prevent Near East hostilities. Efforts focus on a practical modus vivendi to replace the Berlin treaty and avert war, with Britain open to pacific measures. Austria-Hungary reportedly plans annexation of occupied Bosnia and Herzegovina, per Vienna wires, as Emperor Francis Joseph appeals to heads of state.
Bevin Oct 6 A foreign office report says Bulgaria has proclaimed independence, complicating the balance of power. Germany will not press the Porte to war and warns Turkish forces are unready. An Austro-Hungarian envoy carries a personal note from Emperor Francis Joseph to Emperor William, likely about Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Prices opened sharply lower on the New York Stock Exchange amid a European crisis and Eastern Europe political tensions. St Paul, Canadian Pacific fall about 2 points while Union Pacific, Great Northern preferred, Baltimore and Ohio drop around 1% and other issues slide. The decline quickened under a bear raid but a modest rally followed soon after the opening.
The piece traces how Russia France and Great Britain align against Germany and Austria over Bulgaria Morocco and Near East moves. It notes Italy hedges between sides and observes Britain France and Russia share ground while Germany Austria pull together and Italy sits midfield. The article hints at an international congress to settle Bulgarian disputes amid continuing power intrigues.
Constantinople reports Turkey suspects Austris and Germany backed Bulgaria to challenge the Xnaim ministry and the new constitution. A European conference may review the issue, while Sofia notes only partial British support on railroad settlement. Bulgaria persists, placards Varna and other towns calling for independence or action under Berlin treaty terms.
London Oct 6 fears over Bulgaria independence and Austria Hungary moves on Bosnia and Herzegovina rattled the stock exchange. Consols down five eighths and foreign bonds about one point amid continental selling. Paris prices sagged on war fears with Turkish and Balkan bonds slipping, though the market later stabilized and closed barely steady.
La Crosse Wisconsin October 6 Governor Charles E Hughes begins a speaking tour through Wisconsin Minnesota South Dakota Nebraska Kansas Missouri and Michigan area to support President Taft. A large crowd met him in La Crosse with the auditorium filled.
State of South Dakota Bea dle County in county court estate of Olive Morse Haskins deceased. C M Henry administrator warns creditors and others with claims to present them with vouchers within six months after first publication to the administrator at Redfield National Bank Redfield South Dakota. Bruell and Morris attorneys Sept 24 Oct 13.
Notice to creditors and claimants of M Amanda Morse, deceased, to exhibit claims with vouchers within six months after first publication to the administrator C N Henry at Redfield Nations Bank Redfield South Dakota. Dated September 14 1908 Brue and Morris attorneys.
New York October 6 ten persons killed more than a dozen injured and about thirty escaped as an incendiary fire wrecked the tenement at 713 Mulberry Street. Three oil soaked barrels ignited in the tower hall blocking escape for fifty or more on upper floors. Victims include Minechillo uricilio and family, Francisco Palestrino aged eighteen, Rosa Schet Uno and Christina, Vita Barone, Pietro Magiacci. Many injured leaped or were saved by firemen. one unidentified man later died at St Gregory’s hospital. The blaze blamed on deliberate attempt to destroy occupants.
Cincinnati dispatch says Congressman Longworth dismissed rumors he proposed after Taft two terms Roosevelt would run again. He travels to the East to continue his speaking circuit and refute the story. In Los Angeles, a Salvation Army raid arrests 25 for street parade without permits, bailed by J Ross Clark who posted $2500 to secure their release.
An explosion at Pittsburg Plate Glass works No 2 in Tarentum caused a gas line joint to fail and fire destroying property. Loss estimated at 590000 dollars, with 800 workers left unemployed. High pressure gas from the main line triggered the blaze.
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