Choice Turkeys and Christmas Goods at J W Raymond Co
Local notes from Bismarck report Choice turkeys and Christmas gifts at J W Raymond Co with fresh oysters, sewing machines as gifts, and holiday events at Capitol Hotel and Maxon’s Hall. Fort Berthold Indians raid areas, a new agent praised, and Stevenson reports lively times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Raymond & Co's
J. W. Raymond & Co
Christman
Sewing Machine
J. W. Rayroand & Co
E. T. Winston
Stevenson
Phil Lewis
Fort Stevenson
E. Hannigan
Wanger
D. Burkett
L Burkett
B. HM. Emmett
Decaloomanis Transfer Art Attracts Attention
A new transfer art called Decaloomanis transfers printed pictures from paper to objects like fans or furniture, making items look painted. It appeals to all ages, is easy to learn, and can be learned from J L Patten & Co of New York who offer samples and instructions for small sums.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L Patten & Co
William Street
New York
Sheridan's Report on Dakota Black Hills Question
Lt General Sheridan notes Dakota duties split between protecting settlements from raids and curbing miners in Black Hills. He argues the Yellowstone region may hold gold, timber, and grazing wealth, urging action to resolve the Black Hills issue for all involved. The Sioux nation is described as around 26 000 strong with extensive lands and potential value.
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Sheridan
Dakota
Department of Dakota
Black Hills
Ostrom
Yellowstone River
Clark's Fork
Yellowstone
Andio
Cheyenarathe Mrasourt River
Civilizing Indian frontiers and military posts debate
A historical argument on relocating Indian affairs to the military and creating Yellowstone region posts. The text criticizes reservation policy, promotes compulsory labor and schooling, and outlines proposed military-led administration and two Yellowstone posts to influence Sioux settlement. Includes remarks on Third Term politics and libel case in Iowa.
Routes to the Black Hills Compared by an Experienced Frontiersman
An 1875 column from Bismarck compares routes to the Black Hills. It favors the Bismarck route for wood water and grazing and cites eight days travel by pack mules. It contrasts Yankton Sioux City and Fort Pierre paths, noting sand hills rivers and nearer mines, with distances to Harney Peak and Rapid Creek mines.
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Bismarck
Black Hills
Thave
Thacher Creek
Black Halls
Crook
Sioux City
Yankton
Cheyenne
Sand Hills
Harney
French Creek
Rapid Creek
Bismarck to Black Hills Route Plans Attract Miners
Capt Fisher reports southern routes to the Black Hills will open with winter freight lines from Bismarck to the Hills ensuring quick transit. Railroads aim to offer Chicago to Bismarck service in 72 hours and Bismarck to Hills fares around 25 dollars with summer freight near 260 dollars per 100 pounds.
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Biemarck
Cpt
Mike Smith
John W. Smith
Bismarck
Black Hills
H. N. Rosa
Hills
Hilla
Rapid Creek
T Am
Via
St. Paul
Northern Pacific
Chicago
J. Fisher
Notes and News From the State and Nation
Susan Denin the actress died from injuries after a fall. Vice President Wilson handled insurance to the amount of 55000. S V Clevenger of Yankton was appointed signal officer at Bert Sully. Sixty Republicans sided with Democrats on anti third term resolutions. The sheriff who released Russ Tweed gave bonds totaling 40000 for his safe keeping. The House vote for Speaker stood 173 Kerr and 106 Blaine, a Democratic majority of OF. Yankton Press and Dakota calls on Judge Kidder for capitol oak funds from May Day sunshine. Gen Crooks defends miners rights against raids on the Black Hills. The stormer BE HW Darfee burst a tear pipe on the Red River. no deaths, three severely scalded, three drowned after jumping in. If Yankton lacks the best route, Black Hills citizens seek Colorado bonanza, and Major Hangon owns a sugar-shell eggs-laying canary. Gov Pillsbury of Minnesota elevates Pennock Posey as private secretary. The administration is viewed as a shrewd, promising venture.
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Susan Denin
Wilson
S. V. Clevenger
Yankton
Bert Sully
Russ Tweed
House of Representatives
Kerr
Blaine
Dakotiaa
Kidder
Capitol Oak
Manay Key
Sun
Crooks
Black Hills
Darfee
Red River
Ita
Colorado
Hangon
Pillsbury
Minnesota
Pennock Posey
Pilsbury
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the Bismarck Gribune
C. T
Local Affairs
Capitol Hotel
Andrew Fisher
Guri
Tri
Nuciahie
Col. BE. M. Brown
Weed F. F.& F
Fort Berthold
J. W. Raymond & Jo
Fort Berthold 1
Bia
J. P. Forster
Maxon’s Hall
Fort Lincin
Forster
Dan Ebisenberg
Clark and
Bill
Risenberg
Scim
Ae Mide
Wilton
Galter
Teter
Decaloomanis
India
United States
Indian Bureau
Department of the Platte
Wouth
Big Horn
Tongue River
Congress
Tia Lewis
Dn Lewis
Lime Rock
House
Kasson
Iowa
State Register
North Pacific
Hilin
Hkwiswanva Puvsn
Fort Laramie
Laramie
Black Fills
Sand Hill
Platte
Fort Pierre
Old Fort Pierre
Missouri River
Missouri
Fort Piers
Poten Todian Reservation
Gros Ventres
Indiana
Fisher
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