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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1899
Page
7
Rennes reports the Dreyfus case entering its final pleadings stage with a verdict likely by Monday. Judges excluded key testimonies, signaling a reached conclusion and prompting both sides to expect a decision that could trigger large demonstrations if announced prematurely.
Two regiments from Minnesota and South Dakota land in San Francisco in good health after a pleasant voyage. The message notes only a few deaths reported abroad, with travelers described as enjoying the trip and spirits high despite losses.
The transport Sheridan arriving at San Francisco from Manila carried 945 Minnesota, 736 South Dakota and 42 Fourth Cavalry, with 175 discharged men and 92 officers. Three soldiers died at sea, John Cousins, Frank Wallen, Arvut Carlson. Enlistees from Minnesota and North Dakota escorted units to the Presidio as Western regiments plan a joint march up Market Street. Remains of several soldiers who died in the Philippines were aboard.
In Rennes on September 11, anticipation mounted as most observers expect Captain Dreyfus to be condemned. Widespread agreement between Dreyfusards and anti-Dreyfusards, plus heavy military precautions and a calm anti-Semitic meeting, underscored the tense atmosphere surrounding the verdict and the authorities readiness to suppress any disturbance with an iron hand.
Rennes Sept 9 M Demange opened the defense at the Dreyfus court martial in eloquent tones. He presented strong evidence against Esterhazy and asked if Dreyfus and Esterhazy would have been condemned in 1894. He then turned to Dreyfus who sat smiling and shook hands with his counsel as the session began.
Paris September 9. A duel with revolvers occurred between Prince Moskowa and M Gaston Mery over a Libre Parole article about the prince's father. Mery was slightly wounded in the neck. The duelists were afterward reconciled.
London dispatch reports Esterhazy believes Dreyfus may be acquitted by the Rennes evidence. He warns Mercier will be condemned as a traitor, saying the acquittal would only start trouble in France. He refuses to travel to Rennes, claiming to be better off in London.
The article extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for mischief from impure blood causing eruptions indigestion nervousness kidney diseases and other ailments. Hood's Pills are advertised to cure liver ills without irritation.
Berlin reports officially deny any direct or indirect German relations with the French ex-captain Dreyfus. Statements by Prince von Munster and Secretary von Buelow affirm no embassy or agent ties with Dreyfus, despite past inquiries and public debate.
A Pittsburg report notes friends of Andrew Carnegie believe he may run for parliament in London. He reportedly has never been naturalized, with no record of papers or an adopted father, and sources say he seeks closer US-England ties through public service.
The Tribune reports October coffee on the New York Coffee Exchange at 4.40 cents per pound and Brazilian cash coffee at 53-Sc, both record lows. Prices slide as supply soars and analysts expect a world crop around 11,000,000 bags, shaping market forecasts.
William Pape, superintendent of parks and political actor, was shot and killed at his Chicago home by Henry Fry, a huckster. Fry then killed himself. Fry said Pape promised a peddler's license for political service but did not deliver.
General Otis reports Newport sailed Thursday with 9 officers 66 enlisted men 463 discharged men 10 civilians and a unit of volunteer signal corps among the party. remainder were sick.
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