10 Aug 1905
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Newspaper
Huron Weekly World
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1905
Page
1
The State Board met in session to finalize arrangements for the upcoming exposition. Officials discussed dates, venue, and participant groups while outlining safety, publicity, and funding provisions for the event.
Secretary Wilson will speak on September 12 as part of the second day program. The Board of Agriculture met for two days, approving several exhibit and concession changes. A newspaper row and new stall pricing were announced, with bids sought for exclusive sales on the grand stands during the State Fair week.
Elmer Yous reports back to prison to complete an unfinished term. Court records indicate the inmate began serving previously and was readmitted after a parole violation. Authorities say the transfer completes his sentence under state custody.
Elmer Young, the man who escaped the Sioux Falls penitentiary four years ago, surrendered to authorities at Miller to answer the charge of murdering John Todd at a race track Saturday for the stake.
H. G. Cooley is blamed for the collapse of the Huron Wholesale House, facing scrutiny as creditors seek accountability. Investigators examine management decisions and financial practices tied to the failure, with officials indicating potential legal action.
The article notes a total expenditure of thirteen thousand dollars associated with the house project. It references OLBT and ONE FEAR in connection with the duration and scope of the work, highlighting financial and planning concerns.
In a judgment handed down this week Judge Whiting finds Horace G. Cooley liable for money misappropriated while he managed the Huron White sale and Produce Company. The case has lingered in court for a year with no decision on an appeal to the supreme court. Cooley was represented by T. H. Null. the plaintiff Rev. W. J. Hill, now deceased, with Wilmarth and Mouser for his associates.
Business Men's Association plans extensive downtown decor with electric lights along principal streets for the state fair. Reports discuss securing vendors, street entertainment, and coordinated efforts by local merchants.
At the Ste man Marquardt residence on Monday evening at 8 15 PM Herman Marquardt wed Miss Jessie I Hamilton of Missouri Valley Iowa The Rev Duane Rifenbark of the Methodist church performed the ceremony with only relatives and close friends present Lydia Marquardt attended the bride
Congregational Pastor Rev Frederick W Long delivered a chalk talk sermon titled Lessons in the Life of Christ to a large attentive audience. He sketched four scenes on an easel including The Angelus and Christ walking on the sea, culminating with Golgotha and a crucifixion image, aided by artist Lester Alter.
Local businessmen urged to close stores from 1 PM to 5 PM during fair week to allow customers and staff to attend events. A committee led by T. J. Harvey and including S. F. Corley and H. L. Lee negotiates with the concert band and electric company to plan decorations and music for the week.
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