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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1882
Page
2
The Des Moines convention and ties to Pettigrew surface in commentary. Local papers weigh endorsements from Brookings Sentinel and Clark County Pilot while Kansas Governor Cox is described as likely to win renomination. Akron and Watertown reports note population counts and building activity as part of broader political discourse.
The passage notes Traxy refuses to aid suppressing Egypt and shifts focus to Austria and Germany. Russia is aggressive, and overall motives point to a looming continental war with tense, dangerous prospects.
Readers report internal disputes over caucus control in Grant and Beadle counties. Voters petition for a new candidate amid accusations of double dealing and outside interference. An editorial urges attendance at the caucus to express disapproval of the present delegate choice.
The delegate argues Mr. Hand is not a carpet-bagger, has lived in Yankton nearly seventeen years, traveled 240 miles to reach it, and has grown up with the territory. He is now well known across the commonwealth and faces no suspicion of wrongdoing despite large transactions.
A historical record lists 72 Dakota newspapers showing 27 for Hand, 18 for Pettigrew, 14 against Pettigrew, 3 for Poore, 2 for Mellette and 8 neutral. All papers oppose Pettigrew except those on the fence, which lean with the majority once discovered, leaving Pettigrew with eighteen papers versus fifty four opposing outlets.
A polemic recounts Pettigrew failing to deliver promised federal offices in Yankton Mitchell Brookings Redfield and the U.S Marshal post, with officials anger soothed by Pierre. The piece condemns him as a man of empty assurances in the Land of Promise.
Ten reasons question Pettigrew's fitness including slanderous claims by friends, gambling rumors, double dealing in transactions, alleged Gailica practices, and complicity in Cameron land frauds. Critics say he fails to achieve goals, lacks administration respect, and does not honorably represent Dakota.
The letter argues Mr. Pettigrew has no influence with the administration and failed to secure any federal appointments for Dakota residents. It lists named officials who did obtain jobs and questions supporters who claim he advocates patronage, urging Dakota voters to reject him for another term.
Letters from Parston and Yaxwthor report July 28 and August 1 1882 show solid support for Hand in county races. Delegations from De Lux and Yaxxton note strong backing for J W Shannon and Augustine Davis in Huron Yankton County primaries.
Grant county voters back H Hand with solid support across counties. A Beaumont of Pettigrew challenges in Yankton and Minnehaha, while Brookings and Flandreau figures loom. The call for Mand invites Abe Hand to seek Republican nomination for congress. The piece notes strong Hands momentum and regional backing across Bon Homme Yankton Grant and surrounding counties.
Secretary Hand responds to Abbott Biggs and others of Millbank Dakota. He cites work overload and travel plans while confirming his name's presentation to the Republican convention. He expresses honor at a congressional seat for the territory and pledges to protect all interests and promote welfare and prosperity.
The issue is framed as anti Pettigrew by Moody county residents and allies. The piece notes he cannot secure one third of the county vote, with comment from Kagan Express and Plankinton Star asserting his usefulness in congress has likely expired.
The George H Hand, territorial secretary, has declared his candidacy for delegate. He plans a vigorous canvass and is described as having many friends across the territory and promising prospects for success.
The Tyndall Tribune notes Mr Petti cannot carry any funds in South Dakota except perhaps his own in Aurora and Brule. It suggests Petti's prominence has declined as other candidates emerge and Aurora is not a worry to the paper.
Grand Forks Herald notes apportionment assigns 109 ND and 41 Black Hills delegates to Pettigrew opponents, while 103 SD backing shifts 150 delegates away. Pettigrew faces four counties with 25 delegates dead against him, leaving his prospects doubtful as the race tightens.
Steward Farmer reports Hon Geo H Hand has consented to run as delegate. Friends across Dakota plan a lively campaign with Miner County urged to organize for canvassing. Pettigrew influence seen as limited, Miner County expected to back Hand.
A Deadwood Times assessment from a January visit to Washington challenges claims that Pettin was the most popular Dakota delegate to Congress. The piece argues he was viewed by many as weak and inconsequential, with some saying Dakota lacked effective representation.
The piece condemns Delegate Pettigrew for shielding associates like John D. Cameron and McGoy, arguing Pettigrew’s denials cover a network of alleged dishonesty while opponents fear reputations are at stake. It portrays Pettigrew as a revered but hypocritical figure amid accusations.
June 24 1881 Sioux Falls Sioux Falls letters reveal H G R and R F Pettigrew arguing over a Redfield postmaster petition. Pettigrew denounces resignations while urging or opposing action. multiple notes reference G R and P M with varying stances on the postmaster’s status.
Howard Farmer notes distrust from the Mitchell Bedlam era resurges as the active district committee meets Huron. The Pettigrew scheme, stirred by hidden jealousies, threatens district harmony and signals a political rift this fall. The infighting endangers Pettigrew’s support and signals deep divisions.
Meteological report fixes earlier typos in last week’s weather summary for the year ending June 30 1882. Corrected figures include updated temperature and precipitation readings and a revised fair to partly cloudy notation.
Reports from Dakota counties detail arrests, land seizures, church plans, and a flood of small-town events. Developments include a high water mark at Devil’s Lake, a planned Catholic church in De Smet, and a new daily paper by E L Spence in Aberdeen.
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