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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1909
Page
6
The notice records 8150 per year and that mail is entered at the Huron South Dakota post office every Thursday as second class matter.
A reading of the prison industry notes the state twine plant at the penitentiary is in operation and producing a good quality twine. Other items reference Emma Goldman’s citizenship status and political recall, plus comments on agriculture, wheat, and river fishing law enforcement by Bancroft.
In Rapid City, state stock growers in session passed resolutions urging a tariff on hides. The stock owners and the beef trust seem to wield more influence at Washington than the prayers of eighty million people, signaling strong industry pressure on policy.
Redfield will receive two brick depots with modern conveniences on the North Western line, completing facilities in the state. Huron remains the only important town on the system here without decent depot facilities.
The notice urges planting trees from Friday and daily thereafter through Friday to adorn prairies. It claims trees make homes pleasanter, people better, farms more valuable, crops better, and reduce wind. The advisory emphasizes continuous tree planting for community benefit.
Patten, known as the wheat king, directly disputes Secretary Wilson over the visible wheat supply. The government cites 143 million bushels, while Patten argues it is under 100 million, asserting his information sources are far superior.
Volume 1 No. 3 introduces Dakota Demo cratis led by Gineville Jones and J. E. Melly. The paper promises strong democracy roots, quality editing, neat printing, and aims for top ranking among state weekly papers.
Blutwell votes on Benge Tuesday as Mitchel eyes the outcome with statewide interest. A year ago Mitchel narrowly voted dry and now will decide again tomorrow. The vote is seen as a clear gauge of the local businessman's view on local prohibition.
The Aberdeen American disputes a claim of subsidization during the host campaign. Since ownership changed hands the current owners deny the charge, while Mr Cassil asserts he invested $4,000 in the American and that it was a subsidy. The source debates whether the funds were state money or Cassil’s.
Ww C Houts commences publication of a democratic paper at Wea dington Springs. A copy of the first number is at hand. The paper is lean and neat typographically and otherwise. Houts may not win Carnegie medals, but he shows he is made of the stuff of heroes.
The Sioux Falls Press demands that R Q O Richards publish a statement showing their support for Crawford’s campaigns. Crawford is named as an editor but is accused of never approving the statement. The paper suggests Richards may be compelled to speak and notes he has not burned the books.
Commissioner Basford agrees with HR Richarda on distribution of insurance statements. He says repeal of the law providing for publication is the best method. The report notes one paper in the state received a bribe of 1006 dollars for supporting Crawford, undermining the law's credibility.
Miss Louise French sister of President French of Huron college is a leading candidate in the Argus Leader voting contest. Huron residents are urged to support her candidacy and boost her chances, with plans rumored for an abroad trip financed by the AL.
W. C. Cook known as Il-Cook was urged for the Washington treasury auditor role by Gamble and Crawford but Taft refused the appointment. Senators will push to place "Machine Whelp Shelter" in the post, arguing Burke and Martin could block Cook’s fitness and support the Highmore man.
The vote on license at Mitchell shows little change in sentiment over the past year. The narrow margins by which license failed last year and succeeded this year disappoint both sides. The Redfield results echo this pattern, with no clear indictment of local prohibition in either town.
A fragment from the Aurora Times discusses how licenses are counted in voting on whether a majority favors granting a liquor license. It references the question Shall any intoxicating liquors be sold at retail or not and notes counting rules for voting against the license.
The Logan Observer quotes a Logan printer saying the governor of Nebraska signing an anti alcohol law signals the millennium. The Logan paper warns against judging a class by loud, troublesome representatives and notes printers average with other trades, not proof of readiness for broad reform.
La Crosse merchants urge scrapping fake advertising schemes and vow to use newspapers to inform the public of genuine value. The editorial urges Huron merchants to follow this lead to prevent local money from leaving town on misleading ads and to emphasize daily newspaper exposure over costly fakes.
The piece critiques the recent reform campaigns and their fallout in South Dakota. It alleges careless administration, large appropriations, and heavy taxation, with corruption tied to the Richards Crawford split. It cites state patronage, bank ties, and four percent demands, predicting a Republican return and Gambles defeat alongside insurgent forces.
Two Aberdeen residents celebrate the Milwaukee railway decision to create the largest yard system between the Twin Cities and the coast at Seattle and Tacoma. Aberdeen News notes over two million dollars will be spent on upgrades including tract facilities a new passenger station four freight depots a new round house and will employ many workers, elevating Aberdeen to a leading railroad hub in the state after Huron.
Sioux Falls with 18,000 people has 33 saloons and residents complain about the excess. Huron with about 7,000 historically kept saloons to seven, roughly one per 1,000 inhabitants, but reports suggest this limit may be raised under new administration.
The Sioux Falls Press accuses Richards of insincerity over his opposition to insurgent leaders and argues he sought favors for friends. It claims Crawford and Gamble offered Richards nearly anything, but he declined office and continued backing Crawford, hoping to gain influence and reform him.
Judge Marquis holds that only poll voters are electors for liquor license decisions. A majority of those voting and canvassed must favor granting license. Non voters at the general municipal election do not affect the license outcome.
The new Huron mayor C A Kelley outlines an adaptable city plan praising forbearance toward opponents. He supports a sewer large enough for all time and urges clean streets and alleys. The liquor license stance remains to be clarified by the council.
The editorial supports the new mayor’s stance on licensing, enforcing liquor laws, regulating minors in pool halls, and publishing city finances. It argues past administrations wisely resisted expanding saloon licenses, praises firm enforcement, and urges paving business streets to fulfill the electorate’s confidence and unify the community.
Professors Laughlin J Laue and others invite SD college students to enter Schaffner and Marx prize essays encouraging business studies. 1909 competition under way. 1910 topics include trade, wages, protectionism and monetary systems. Prizes range from 200 to 600 dollars per class with a 1919 final deadline.
A Princeville Indiana man faced amputation but chose Buchklen's Arnica Salve over surgery. Doctors warned gantrene would likely kill him by destroying his toes, yet the salve wholly cured his ailment. The ad touts Arnica Salve cures for eczema fever sores boils burns piles and other ailments, 25 cents at H Wheeler's. Seats for The Runaways are selling fast so buy early.
The South Dakota Bankers Association group eight met at the Commercial Club rooms on April 21 with about twenty banks represented. J W Campbell presided, Geo Fullenweider served as secretary, and officers were reappointed. A committee was formed to draft by laws as W T McConnell and others spoke on banking responsibility and prudent conservatism emphasizing integrity over mere profit.
Mr Ray Whisman, long linked with Keokuk Iowa’s Central league club, has been released and arrived in Huron. He plans to head to Medicine Hat Alberta to join a five pitcher rotation in the North Canadian League. Winnipeg, Brandon, Moose Jaw, Medicine Hat, Lethbridge, Calgary and Edmonton are listed as circuit towns.
William Hannay born January 20, 1883 in Huron South Carolina died April 14 in Mount Vernon Washington after a farm accident. While hauling cord wood his team bolted near a steep grade and trampled him, a milk wagon driver aided him, doctors treated him but he died within a day. Funeral held Thursday at G B Grace home with Rev Robinson officiating.
The article warns of fraudulent agents promoting a baking powder test by holling a false claim that pure cream of tartar baking powder contains hidden additives. It explains cream of tartar’s role, exposes the test as ineffective, and cautions the public about inferior baking powders made from unsafe drug ingredients costing under three cents per pound.
For sale or rent the sw. 14 of 14-112 42 and these 4 of 15-1125. Good house, granary and artesian well. 130 acres in cultivation, 60 seres in pasture. Inquire of Andrew Anderson, owner, Route No. 1, Huron, S. D.
Quimby and McKes painters and decorators offer guaranteed workmanship and prompt service. Contact via phone Red S82 for inquiries and estimates.
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