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Newspaper
Huron Weekly World
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1906
Page
4
A terse lyric question speaks of a traveler who falters on a difficult path. The speaker notes the cry of one who pauses to sleep or curses the storm that hides the sky, capturing a moment of weariness and doubt.
The piece traces growth of the governor's pay from 2400 to 4200 a year across administrations, criticizes a monthly 100 contingent fund for the governor's office as possible corruption. It questions the lack of constitutional basis and asks machine papers to explain the scheme.
The Vermillion disclosure shows Senator Alfred B. Kittredge serving as resident agent for the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway in South Dakota. The article notes his prior role as general attorney for the Milwaukee road in the state and recent revelations about continuing connections after his Washington appointment.
The text questions how Senator Alfred B. Kittredge will vote on rail and road rate regulation and interstate commerce laws. It asserts his ties to the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul railroad company reveal whether he sides with corporations or the people, implying possible public concern about his independence.
The Ayington Sun endorses a primary law after observing Minnesota's use of it to curb corruption. It argues a form of primary law is needed in South Dakota, seeing value in adopting workable features while noting current caucus law falls short.
A South Dakota editorial discusses political machine influence on electors and constitutional issues. It cites Governor Elrod's insurance stance, Congressman Burke and railroad regulation, and a Pennsylvanian railroad vote. It notes Paul Laurence Dunbar and Castro's army, contrasting public opinion with party leadership.
The Salem Register positions itself against the old political machine and hints at editor activism. It notes party organizations err and reserves the right to challenge power in South Dakota politics.
Near Aberdeen a farmer has installed electric lighting for his residence barns poultry houses and pig pen. The entire setup costs no more than five cents per night and marks a novel improvement praised as a standout in South Dakota.
The Sioux City Tribune riffs on the Chicago Record-Herald poll of the senate rate proposition. It questions Kittredge's bid to drive Gamble from the Senate, notes Gamble's alignment with the president, and marks Kittredge as opposed. The piece hints at political maneuvering and the unusual wording ends abruptly.
A regional debate pits insurgents against political machines as columns clash over corruption cleanup and railroad rate talk. The piece cites grain elevator profits, Benton Harbor politics, and partisan jabs from the Orient Argus and Soo Critic.
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