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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1895
Page
6
Survivor recounts a maritime disaster with twenty six lives saved. The account details the ship’s collision, perilous seas, and the rescue effort by crew and rescuers, emphasizing the heroism and dangers faced by those aboard.
A 2000 ton steamer Catterthun bound Sydney to China struck rocks near Port Stephens and sank with 81 aboard. Only 26 survived as boats smashed away, survivors details reveal captain Shannon perished and a China man rescued twelve others before a fishing boat picked up the final survivors.
Attorneys for T. Hayward filed with the clerk of the supreme court the evidence in the Hayward murder trial, the bill of 13 exceptions and a statement of new evidence to be introduced in the appeal from the district court of Hennepin county denial of a new trial motion. The filing follows a notice from Attorney General Childs setting a Sept 20 deadline.
President Roosevelt and the police commissioners ordered bars at major New York clubs to suspend sale of intoxicating drinks on Sunday. Most clubs, via their boards of governors, instructed staff not to serve, marking a historic enforcement in the city.
Detectives arrested William G. Wheeler on South Second Street after a long surveillance. Wheeler, last member of the gang, confessed his role in mail robbery and forgery operations that extended over two years in Brooklyn and beyond.
In Blanchard North Dakota the Bein er and Robinson general store was robbed on Saturday night. Thieves secured about $80 in stamps and $200 cash plus over $500 in lumber company notes. The safe was drilled and indicates expert handling.
Rome marked the 25th anniversary of the entry of Italian troops under Cadorna with fetes starting on Sept 17. The actual occupation occurred Sept 20, but the celebrations cover the days leading up to it and will run through Sept 29.
Dusvave Iowa September 17 reports an earthquake at 13 a.m. Several residents felt a silent swaying motion of the ground during a thunderstorm interval from west to east, gentle yet unmistakable.
In Creston Iowa on September 17 J P Sears of Adair county sues Harry Carver for $1000 claiming Carver alienated Sears wife. Sears says he lost his corn crop because he had to watch his wife all summer.
W R Stebbins of Kansas City Kan a prominent banker was arrested by Crook County Sheriff in Cheyenne on forgery charges. He was taken to Sun Dance for a pending hearing and is said to hold many bank stakes in several Western institutions. He allegedly transferred stock to Mills of Kansas City and used a power of attorney to vote and collect dividends without Mills knowing. Stebbins is described as very wealthy.
Rev. Dr Samuel Wakefield, a veteran Methodist minister and longtime Mason, died in West Newton. He was said to be the oldest Mason and oldest preacher in Western Pennsylvania and perhaps the world. Wakefield served since 1817 and authored Wakefield's Theology, a noted classic in Methodist circles.
St Cloud Minn Sept 16 a Great Northern wreck cleanup crew found two more bodies among debris. The dead tramp pair could not be identified and are believed to have been stealers riding in the blind baggage. The death toll reaches seven as trains resume after a repair track around the scene.
Federal authorities launch a systematic raid on Chinatown San Francisco. Every Chinese laborer lacking a satisfactory certificate and photograph will be arrested and held to answer under the deportation law. The port collector's decision on residency will be final, with Marshal Baldwin authorized to lead the action.
Eau Claire Wis Sept 16 District Attorney Farr has filed criminal proceedings against ex Treasurer C H Greene for the embezzlement of 42378 85 of city funds. He was arrested and held in custody of the sheriff after failing to post 7500 bond. He already faced 5000 bond in the city suit.
Chairman Baldwin of the Chippewa commission urges Secretary Hoke Smith to open 3,260,000 acres in Minnesota under the 1889 act. He argues for immediate surveys and allotments, plus selling pine timber on lands surveyed for over three years to fund government policy.
New York reports the Defender will sail soon for Cannes and other Mediterranean regattas in spring then race in British events. The yacht under W. K. Vanderbilt ownership will compete with French and English rivals, with Iselin and ex-Commodore Morgan each contributing five thousand dollars.
About 100,000 spectators watched fireworks when a 400 by 60 foot grand stand collapsed along the riverfront in Louisville. At least 60 to 75 people were carried away by friends, with many more assisted by police and ambulances. No fatalities reported. injuries vary.
Forest fires rage across the Wisconsin peninsula from east of Green Bay to Deaths Door with marshes and low lands burning as far north as Marinette. Reports from Oconto Marinette Peshtigo Little Sturgeon Sturgeon Bay Casco Junction Kewaunee Suamico and others describe widespread flames. Captains Hart and Green warn smoke and fire threaten navigation and inland areas along the bay.
The National Association of ex Prisoners of War elected George W. Grant of Minnesota as president and Charles F. as chaplain. John S. Ferguson of Iowa became secretary and treasurer, with S. W. Long of New Jersey and others on the executive committee.
Dr Rupht Blue of the marine hospital service in this city received a letter from his brother an ensign aboard the U S S Bennington stating five cholera cases among the crew and one death.
Philadelphia report says the Defender will soon be brought to Cramps ship yards for a thorough examination as the builders aim to craft a faster yacht. Chief Engineer Pattison is in New York coordinating the visit.
The Pall Mall Gazette argues that international yachting rules should be revised if the New York committee can void the Valkyrie Defender race. It notes the Royal Victoria club of Ryde international cup awaits a challenger and suggests Americans should state any objections promptly.
A fire was found at 2 a.m. in the Muir tunnel seven miles east of Livingston. All trains on the division are delayed as the tunnel is sealed and passengers and mails are being moved over the mountains.
A Rochester dispatch reports Mrs. L T Yeomans of Oneida and sister of President Cleveland says the president would not accept a third term and opposes the idea entirely. A separate note from St Paul records the state bar association meeting in the capitol with about 40 prominent members and a Windsor banquet.
Emil Dorner employment agent and his driver went to the Glen Shaw mines near Pittsburg to hire miners. A mob gathered and beat the two, leaving them unconscious and in serious danger.
The Herald reports Mr. Iselin urged calling the two latest Defender Valkyrie races off and sailing again. The New York Yacht Club voted down both proposals and also to void all three races. Officials said such steps would reflect on the regatta committee’s work.
Savour Ste. Markie September 16 report an upheaval of masonry as gates of the new lock were tested letting water between the first and second stone courses. Repairs will cost the government heavily as top masonry timber work and yaives must be removed and rebuilt.
In Ku Cheng officials resist conclusions of investigations into missionary outrages. They refuse heavier punishment, proposing a one-for-one life for each European death and no further sentences.
London report states United States ambassador Thomas F Bayard accepted an invitation to lay the corner stone of the Congregational Church Gainsborough Memorial on a date announced by organizers. The event highlights cross Atlantic goodwill and religious heritage in the city.
Lorenzo Marquez reports a Portuguese force clashed Sunday with natives led by Chief Zichacha at Magut. In the battle 300 natives were killed while Portuguese forces suffered six dead and 20 wounded.
In the Western League games at St Paul Terre Haute beat St Paul 9 to 6 while Minneapolis defeated Detroit 11 to 12 and Kansas City topped Grand Rapids 21 to 7. In the National League Chicago beat Louisville 11 to 5 while Chicago also lost to Louisville 4 to 5 and St Louis defeated Cleveland 19 to 9 and 8 to 5.
Dusougue Iowa September 16 It is reported that the late Dr G M Staples died intestate his estate valued at 500000 will pass to his wife and four children Dr Allen Staples and William L Bradley named executors in the absence of a will.
Government plans interference in favor of Cuba. General Schofield begins his final official trip before retirement. The president shows activity in the Maryland campaign as Vice President Stevenson will preside at Chickamauga Park dedication on Sept 19 and 20. A New Orleans stockade buried for a century is uncovered by sewer workers. A balloon collapse at Charleroi, Belgium leaves aeronaut Tourlot and three passengers severely mangled.
Advertisements claim Hood's Sarsaparilla cures illnesses by keeping blood pure and organs healthy. People praise its effects for themselves and friends, calling it a great medicine. Hood's Pills are described as a favorite laxative, priced 25 cents per box.
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