A Politically Mixed Editorial on Dr. McLouth
The writer weighs party ties for Dr. McLouth a school master focused on industrial education. They note doubts about his politics, cite opinions of populists and republicans, and warn against political influence in schools while urging education as the path to sound public life. The piece applauds nonpartisan common schooling and questions party caucus involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. McLouth
Mce Louth
Loucks
McLouth
Republican State Committee
Senator Hill
Mcbooth
Asyam
Proclivi H
McKinley Support Stands Despite Past Editorial Gripes
A biased editorial defends Major McKinley, noting prior criticisms in 1889 and 1890, and asserts his growing stature and likelihood of nomination at St Louis. It argues his supporters, including the Houronite faction, follow conviction regardless of shifting endorsements.
South Dakota Declares McKinley Support At St Louis
The Houronite asserts South Dakota Republicans favor McKinley for president with the delegation chosen for St Louis. The paper claims the state will back McKinley by a large margin if nominated and warns against intra party divisions.
Irrigation Mastery Requires Skill and Time
The article argues irrigation cannot be mastered instantly and emphasizes learning water use. It compares farming to skilled plowing, noting practice and experience are needed before reliable results appear. It forecasts inevitable irrigation failures but assures progress over time, envisioning the James River Valley as the world’s garden.
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Mitchell Republican
James River Valley
Debaters Clash Over Bimetalism in United States
The text cites British and German opposition to bimetalism while preferring it among American Republicans. It questions what the gold standard advocates resist and endorse, highlighting a debate on monetary policy and the gold standard within U.S. political circles.
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Great Britain
Germany
McClure's April explores Lincoln courtship and marriage
A detailed account in McClure's Magazine for April examines the courtship and marriage of Abraham Lincoln, presenting curious aspects of his life and the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McClure
Abraham Lincoln
Huron Convention Promises Big Talk on Small Page
A terse report outlines the Huron convention with emphasis on budget scales and a bustling agenda. Local leaders plan concise sessions, aiming for broad community input despite a modest record of prior outcomes.
Gettysburg Hosts Meacham After Late Convention Arrival
The people of Gettysburg gave delegate H. T. Meacham a brilliant reception to greet his arrival from the late convention.
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Gettysburg
H. T. Meacham
Fremont Young Leases Faulkton Times to Publish
Fremont Young has leased the Faulkton Times from owner Mr. Armstrong and will publish the paper going forward. Luck to Fremel.
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Fremont Young
Faulkton Times
Armstrong
Senator Callom Challenged as Inhumiliated in Home District
The text notes Senator Callom from Li bois facing ridicule while his home district elects delegates favorable to McKinley.
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Callom
Libois
McKinley
Beadle County Records Show Jewett's Four Votes
The Aberdeen Sentinel notes that Mr. Jewett received no votes in his home county, while securing four votes in Beadle. The remark emphasizes the unusual distribution and cautions readers to remember this detail.
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Aberdeen Sentinel
Jewett
Beadle
South Dakota Republicans Conduct Convention Independently
Neither Senator Pettigrew nor any other map ran the Huron convention. The collective republicanism of South Dakota attended to its own business and got through it all right.
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Senator Pettigrew
South Dakota
Massachusetts Republicans Debate Money Question at Convention
The Massachusetts Republican convention notes a linguistic quirk, saying coisa equals gold and money equals coin, reflecting Wall Street influence. It questions whether Republicans align with Cleveland Democrats on the money issue and shapes campaign rhetoric accordingly.
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Massachusetts
Wall Street
Waubay man buys Aberdeen Sentinel editor to take helm
Hon OC W Stafford of Waubay has purchased the Aberdeen Sentinel and will be the publisher. Many will miss Charley Baldwin leaving the harness though readers are wished prosperity with the new management.
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OC. W. Stafford
Waubay
Aberdeen Sentinel
Charley Baldwin
Republicans Endorse Sound Money Platform Amid Debate
New Hampshire Republicans declared for sound money including gold silver and paper of equal value. A delegate sought to align with the Massachusetts gold plank, but the convention hooted the proposal down.
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New Hampshire
Massachusetts
Sherman proposes ideal currency controlled by one public official
The passage urges considering a currency whose volume is set by a single Washington official, arguing it could surpass the opaque Wall Street system. It suggests the public would know the official and his term limits, inviting further reflection.
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Sherman
Washington
Wall Street
State strong for McKinley after local praise of Allison
The Houronire expresses high regard for Senator Allison and predicts a president worthy future. It notes Harrison as acceptable but warmer, then asserts McKinley remains the preferred state choice and argues state voters favor the national ticket.
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Houronire
Allison
Ben Harrison
McKinley
City urged to reform leadership and attract new investment
Advocates argue the city should start anew with fresh management, end old feuds, and move forward. They note increased attention from state allies who want conventions, and urge practical steps to encourage investment locally.
Brookings College Earns Praise Amid Political Spat
In a Brookings episode Governor Sheldon faces critics as supporters defend Shannon. The speaker denounces alleged misdeeds, touts Shannon’s integrity, and warns opponents that the issue will reach Brookings residents before the coming legislature. The piece argues the college and state college have a steadfast ally in the governor.
Candidate for Hand County Auditor Declares Candidacy
Capt KE T Sheldon announces his bid for Hand County auditor. The veteran hunter and local resident presents his qualifications and plans for county financial oversight. He seeks support from voters across the rural district.
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KE. T. Sheldon
Hand County
Ben May Seek Mary Belligerency Acknowledgment
Ben may have to acknowledge Mary occasional belligerency but will manage.
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Ben
Mary
Ben and Mary Reach Right Time of the Moon
Ben and Mary share a moment described as aligning with the moon phase and anticipate happiness as their plan unfolds. The note conveys a hopeful mood and a positive future for the couple.
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Ben
Mary
Three Hour Friendly Financial Debate Sparks Victory for Silver Side
In a three hour session at Blunt, participants weighed financial issues and the silver side secured the triumph. The debate highlighted contrasts in fiscal approaches and left attendees considering next steps.
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Blunt
Blacksmith Shop for Sale in Onida by Gropengieser
Bro Gropengieser of the Onida Watchman advertises a blacksmith shop for sale not his printing outfit. The notice identifies the seller and the business for potential buyers.
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Bro. Gropengieser
Onida
Hutchinson County Republicans mull Hipple for legislature
Hutchinson county Republicans discuss nominating Hon. John E. Hipple to the state legislature. The proposal is described as a sensible plan by local GOP members.
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Hutchinson County
John E. Hipple
Senator Kyle Presides Over Senate Session With Dignity
On March 31, Senator Kyle chaired the United States Senate session. The chamber conducted official business in a calm, orderly manner reflecting decorum and courtesy.
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Kyle
United States Senate
Senator Chandler Denies Unkind Remarks About McKinley
The senator rejects claims he spoke harshly of McKinley and says he questioned the methods of some of his associates.
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Chandler
McKinley
Huron Backed Bimetallism and Silver Standard Money
The Huron convention declared in favor of bimetallism and silver as standard money. If that is what “sound money” means, then sound money is acceptable.
Power then wisdom to wield authority with justice
The quote urges pursuing power through honorable means and gaining wisdom to use it justly. It stresses tempering authority with charity and perfect justice in action.
Bill Aims Twelve-Year Term for Humiliated Bosses
A draft bill to be presented to the next Congress proposes that “humiliated bosses” face a prison term of not less than twelve years in the United States Senate. The wording mirrors a provocative political bid to target corporate officials.
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United States Senate
Hopkins vows not to alter Huron convention work
Bro Hopkins of the Henry Independent says he would not change the Huron convention work an iota if possible. His stance signals satisfaction with current arrangements and signals potential conflict if disagreements arise.
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Bro. Hopkins
The
Henry Independent
Huron convention yields cordial reception for Pettigrew
The Castalia Republican reports a friendly Huron convention where Pettigrew was not unchallenged yet treated well and several strong Allison men were added to the delegation.
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Castalia Republican
Pettigrew
Allison
Black Hills Stand Upset Senate Opposes Hot Springs Convention
The Lead City Tribune notes the Black Hills faction opposes holding the state convention at Hot Springs in a move seen as a rebuke to Senator Pettigrew and the central committee.
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Lead City Tribune
Black Hills
Senator Pettigrew
Hot Springs
Central Committee
Marriage of Benjamin Harrison as ideal citizen portrait
The text extols Benjamin Harrison as the ideal American citizen embodying deep love and loyalty to his home. It suggests his marriage serves as an example of noble values beyond mere humor.
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Benjamin Harrison
Ben
Governor Encounters Surprising Visitor in Office
The editor defends not blaming the governor, noting he had no idea of wrongdoing until opening the door and finding an unexpected guest in his office. He was surprised to see the governor in such company.
Value of Gold and Silver as Money Material
The passage argues bullion's worth hinges on its money metal role. If gold loses monetary status, its value would drop from twenty dollars to about two dollars an ounce, reflecting its de monetization.
Candidates for vice president debated by The Olympian
The Olympian weighs potential vice presidential candidates. It notes the weight of the office and mentions McKinley and Pet Tigrew in a brief, period-tinged exchange. The phrase The silver threads among the gold appears as a thematic aside.
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Pettigrew
McKinley
Man of financial incapacity heads treasury says McCall
Congressman McCall at Massachusetts state convention criticizes a cabinet nominee described as a gentle man with parliamentary talents yet possessing a degree of financial incapacity unseen in the treasury position.
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Cleveland
Treasury Department
Congressman McCall
Mass
Japan’s 40 Million Depend on Narrow Cultivated Land
The text notes 40,000,000 people live on about 13,000,000 acres of cultivable land, roughly a quarter of South Dakota’s cultivable area. It argues that with heavy population density, a 200 by 50 mile strip could sustain twenty million, and estimates neighbors appear at about 2,000 people per square mile.
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Japan
Dakotas
South Dakota
Jim Valley
Republican Party Defeat Impossible, Says Chairman Lyman Mase
A republican party pledge declares commitment to the nation’s best interests an honest dollar and our institutions. The chairman Lyman Mase states defeat of the party is an impossibility reflecting party resolve.
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Republican Party
Lyman
Mase
Parker New Era Reaches 21st Year In Election News
The Parker New Era marks its 21st year in timely coverage ahead of elections. The note praises continued prosperity for the era and commends Bro. Hackett as a genuine article in the newspaper field.
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Parker
Bro. Hackett
Republican Party as Perennial Reformer with Power
The republican party is a genuine, enduring reform party with influence. When reforms are real and needed, it can enact them. Reforms that fail to gain steady GOP attention and support are unlikely to become true reforms.
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Republican Party
New Parties and Reform Realities
The writer argues that new parties do not trigger reforms quickly. substantial reform arises only as an idea in the public mind and a new party could form, but lasting change requires majority support within an existing party and broad public agreement, a process spanning a century.
Huros Favored For State Convention Meetings
A delegate urged choosing Huros as the convention site, arguing it practical for economy, justice and common sense despite debates over boarding and where state meetings should be held.
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Huros
McKinley Nomination and Prosperity Question
The passage argues McKinley could secure the nomination with South Dakota support and, if nominated, win the presidency. It stresses that the St. Louis convention should choose a neat president and questions which candidate best justifies the Republican platform to secure lasting prosperity for the nation.
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McKinley
South Dakota
St. Louis
United States
Gold standard stance sparks calls for strict coin payments
In a Massachusetts platform declared to require all obligations in coin be paid in gold a critic warns against fiat money and bimetal schemes. The text claims gold alone is money and that manipulating gold can shift global values, noting a hypothetical Rothschild agent could seize nine tenths of Minnehaha county’s gold within two hours.
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Massachusetts
Rothschild
Sioux Falls
Minnehaha County
Governor Could Have Quietly Stabilized Regents
The governor failed to send regent names to the senate, leaving institutions with six regents, one more than quorum, to act in unity. Authors praise a peaceful, cost efficient arrangement and recall or annulment of new commissions as ideal outcomes, noting harmony among faculties, students, and trustees.
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Senate
Board of Regents
Battlefields Reviewed lecture at M E church
Rev. Clark of Huron delivered a highly enjoyed lecture titled Battlefields Reviewed at the M E church in Sioux Falls. He spoke with force and eloquence, showing strong familiarity with the subject and a vivid descriptive style.
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Sioux Falls
M. E. Church
Clark
Huron
Booths Hold Long Conference Over Salvation Army Split
Ballington Booth and sister Mrs Booth Tucker conferred from 10 30 p m to 4 30 p m at Montclair residence with Dr McKelway and Mrs Staud Booth Present no change in Booths stance on returning to the Salvation Army fold and plans for the Volunteers proceed as before They stressed the meeting was sisterly and brotherly and expressed affection for Mrs Booth Tucker.
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Ballington Booth
New York
McKinley Leads in Kentucky County Conventions
In Louisville on April 8 twelve Kentucky county conventions were held. McKinley won six conventions and Bradley six. Delegates instructed for McKinley total 110 versus 98 for Bradley.
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McKinley
Kentucky
Lovuisville
Bradley
State Senator Simmons Dies in Minnesota Hospital
Little Falls Minnesota April 8 Senator Jonathan Simmons died at the hospital at 1 o clock from a complication of diseases. He was once wealthy but died penniless.
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Simmons
Little Falls
Minn
Jonathan Simmons
Minor items of interest note various events and officials
The items mention a Arab victory over dervishes at Hoyet with 20 killed, the W C T U national convention set for St. Louis Nov 12 to 20, J B Scanlon killed in Pocatello Idaho, a Pittsburg painters strike ending with a 25 cent daily advance, Bishop Ryan of Buffalo seriously ill, a varnish works explosion in Chicago injuring several, a Milwaukee continental association committee adjournment with H N Countiss elected chair, a Democratic convention planning meeting at Palmer House on April 10, the Order of Pente assignment, Chicago old material sale offered by Frank Jobin for 47530, Havana advices suggesting Walter Dygert may soon be freed in Cuba.
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Hoyet
St. Louis
J. B. Scanlon
Union Pacific
Pocatello
Ida
Pittsburg
Stephen Vincent Ryan
Buffalo
Murphy Varnish Works
Chicago
Scontinental Association
Milwaukee
H. N. Countiss
National Democratic Committee
Palmer House
Order of Pente
Philadelphia
Secretary of the Treasury
Frank Jobin
Custom House
Jobin
Market Report from Milwaukee Flour Wheat Corn and Grains
Market report from Milwaukee dated April 6 1896 notes flour very steady. Wheat prices list No 2 spring 65 64c and No 1 Northern 67 4c. Corn No 3 29c. Oats No 3 white 20c and No 3 white 20 14c. Barley No 2 32c with sample on track 23 14c.
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Milwakee
Wheat prices quoted in Minneapolis market report
Minneapolis report lists grain prices for April May and July contracts with figures for No 1 hard and Northern grades, indicating closes around 62 to 63 cents and various months. The commodity figures reflect the market at the start of April 6, 1896.
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Minneapolis
Northern
Grain price report from Duluth Duvutha April 6 1896
The Duluth market reports cash wheat prices for No 1 hard at 64 3 4 cents, No 1 Northern at 63 4 6 cents, No 2 Northern at 61 3 4 cents, No 3 spring at 59 0 9 cents, with rejected at 56 3 4 cents. Arrivals for No 1 hard 66 1 2 cents and No 1 Northern 66 2 4 cents, April No 1 hard 66 4 4 cents, No 1 Northern 66 2 4 cents.
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Duvutha
Hogs and cattle market report from St Paul yard
St Paul Union Stock Yards SouTH St Paul April 6 1896 HOGS Market steady with Saturday only fair Range of prices 4 40 CATTLE Quiet Not enough to make a market good demand for fat cattle steers and heifers SHEEP Unchanged Good demand for good sheep and lambs
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St. Paul Union
South St Paul
Chicago Union Stock Yards Hogs Cattle and Sheep Prices
Chicago on April 6 1896 reports a strong market across hogs cattle and sheep. Hogs range 3.65 to 3.95 for light 3.50 to 3.70 for heavy and rough 3.50 to 3.55. Beeves sell up to 4.50 and cattle types from 1.50 to 4.50 with Texas steers 2.90 to 3.50. Sheep show a strong market with receipts listed as 23 000 hogs 11 000 cattle and 12 000 sheep.
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Chicago
Texas
Chicago Grain and Provisions Closing Prices
Chicago grain figures dated April 6 1596 report closing prices for Wheat Corn and Oats with monthly futures. Wheat April 66c May 666c June 614c July 674c. Corn April 295¢ May 303c July 30%c. Oats April 19%c May 2044 6%c July 20%c September 2)%c. Pork May $365 July $38234.
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Major McKinley
Ohio
Dakota
Houronite
Net
Sheldon
Brookings
Shannon
Brookings College
President Harrison
Havana
Walter Dygert
Gaines
Cuba
Milwaukee Grain
Duluth Grain
Chcago Union Stock Yards
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