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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1906
Page
1
Roosevelt peace representatives met Cuban President Palma and cabinet and leaders of opposing factions to seek a solution. Taft stressed no policy beyond restoring peace as militia arrive from Matanzas and are quartered at Cabanas fortress amid rumors of a quick settlement.
A Hong Kong typhoon left a corps of native residents in peril and reports indicate a staggering death toll with thousands perishing across coastal settlements. Rescue teams continue searching wrecked villages as authorities assess the catastrophe and respond with relief efforts.
A strong typhoon struck Hongkong causing extensive loss of life and millions in damage. Kowloon suffered most with homes collapsed and wharves ruined as over 1,000 sampans and junks were missing. In Norfolk Virginia a British tramp steamer Laura arrived damaged after a storm that swept the Hatteras coast, with captain and two seamen lost and the ship badly battered.
President Roosevelt extends the eight hour work day to all public works under any government department. The order most affects river and harbor improvement projects and directs compliance across agencies.
At Irwin Pennsylvania on September 20 George Glowe a circus rider died when his bicycle hit a gap in a runway section collapsing the platform. He was thrown to the ground amid debris as the ride broke apart after the wheel struck the split section.
The Carmania, a peace steamer, has just arrived from Europe amid rumors of a large sum hidden in its strong boxes. The vessel is described as a golden ship and has attracted attention as authorities inspect alleged holdings linked to recent hires and payments.
Relief committees report funds vanishing as misery grows after Valparaiso earthquake and fire. Cable from Valparaiso urges efforts to stimulate subscriptions and notes gratefully acknowledged remittances.
The National Red Cross society cabled 4000 to Chile for Valparaiso and surrounding cities, bringing total aid to 6000 wired to date.
A report from the governor general of the Caucasus says four Tartar villages in the Sangesur district were burned by Armenians. Seven Armenian villages aided in the destruction and fled before troops arrived. Survivors from the devastated area report bodies among ruins.
A cashier at the People's State Bank of Sedan is reportedly in default or involved in financial irregularities. The intrigue centers on missing funds and wage discrepancies, prompting inquiries by local authorities and bank officials.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Breslau, September, a die or death note, and Sensae with unclear context.
The Des Moines arrives with Taft and Bacon aboard at 7 30 am. They greet Cuban Secretary of State O Farrill and meet President Palma in a cordial private conference. Talks hint at hearings in Marianao once formalities end. Additional friendly exchanges occur with Alfredo Zayas and Liberal committee members.
Commander Colwell aboard the gunboat Denver in Havana harbor cables the navy department reporting a disruptive r- event. The communication emphasizes urgency and requests further guidance. Details remain incomplete in the dispatch.
In Manila on September 20 a dinner combined farewell to Governor General Ide with a welcome to his successor General Smith. Filipino leaders and representatives of American British and Filipino interests saluted Ide and pledged cooperation for cohesive government to continue progress in commerce and industry.
Oyster Bay New York September 20 The president issued a proclamation opening the Kiowa Comanche and Apache lands in Oklahoma The interior department will set the date for receiving sealed bids to dispose of 508000 acres to homesteaders
In Minnesota the renomination results favored most incumbents. Lindbergh defeated Buckman in the Sixth after a bitter race, Tawney Davis Volstead Steenerson won unopposed in most districts, McCleary led in the Second, Stevens beat Rogers in the Fourth, Nye won the Fifth, Bede carried the Eighth, while the Sixth saw a Democratic contest with Tifft defeating Auger. Minneapolis mayoral race remains tight between incumbent Jones and Williams with Haynes as Democrat nominee.
At the sixtieth Milwaukee Episcopal diocese gathering Canon St George of Nashotah and Rev H D Robinson of Racine College condemned university religion as a mere veneer. A fund was begun to hire a full time priest for student spiritual welfare.
In Sergent Kentucky on September 20 a clash between Mullins and Fleming factions left James Anderson age 32 dead. Mullins and other men were wounded in the border fight near Letcher and Pike counties as the feud erupts with gunfire and casualties.
Odell acknowledges defeat and is ousted from the head of the New York Republican Party after early primary results. Party leadership nominates interim officials as the race moves forward.
Former New York Governor Odell, as committee chairman, says he bears no ill will after the primaries. He quotes Shakespeare and urges burying the hatchet, pledging to support a responsible party leader who will pick a good man and unite the Republicans for the battles ahead.
In New York City on September 20, Herbert E. Parsons won 22 of 35 districts as Republican challenges to Governor Odell and Lemuel B. Parsons faltered. The result could shift control of the state committee with Tammany Hall potentially directing 60 Democratic delegates, influencing the party line vote. Murphy's stance remained unclear amid the primary period, with general expectation of loyalty to Hearst among supporters.
In Zion City Illinois Wilbur Voliva won the leadership post by 1911 votes to 6 for rival A E Bills. Judge Landis ordered the poll to resolve the Dowie Voliva dispute. Dowie refused to acknowledge the court and did not run. About half the 1917 ballots were cast by women who prayed at the voting booth door.
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