Huron as Capital: South Dakota’s Garden Spot Leads in Trade and Rail Access
A travel writer extols the Jim River valley in South Dakota and argues Huron should be the state capital. The piece highlights artesian wells aiding stock water, the city’s water works, rail connections, central population, and accessibility versus Pierre, asserting Huron’s suitability for government and growth.
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Pierre and Huron fight over Dakota capital poll
In a heated Dakota campaign Pierre fights the Alliance as Huron gains momentum. The Ruralist argues Pierre’s push to locate the permanent capital faces strong but shifting local support, with forecasts predicting a tough race and possible Huron victory.
Disgusted Pierrite Challenges Pierre Papers on Truth
A Pierre, South Dakota letter to the Rapid City Republican rebukes local papers for falsehoods about capital location. It argues mileage costs balance no matter where the capital sits, cites Huron as a better choice for mileage, and lampoons Pierre as a capital site while noting district sentiments and a humorous aside about goggles and a warrant deed.
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Editorial questions Deadwood trail route to Black Hills
The piece criticizes sending many state writers on the Deadwood trail highlighting that the journey would be a bleak pros t for bull whackers and mule skinners and arguing editors deserve better treatment and coverage.
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Sioux Falls
Deadwood Trail
South Dakota Voters Stand Firm on State Capital Location
In Pierre Free Press commentary the author praises South Dakota voters for sticking with the center state capital plan. The piece recalls past votes of about 27 000 for keeping it central and 50 000 for moving it, urging residents not to reverse that record.
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Sioux Falls
Huron Hosts Banquet for Press Gang at Opera House
The Huron people entertained the Madison Leader association with an elaborate banquet at the opera house. Huron ladies presided over the event, captivating the newspaper crowd. Friday morning the party toured the city in citizen carriages to view local points of interest.
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Opera House
Press excursion route debated over Redfield valley ride
The Redfield Journal and Pierre Free Press discuss the Press association trip from the city to the Hills. They argue the Deadwood trail offers a bleak prospect for editors while the valley showcases booming farms and prosperity. They question reservations and grazing claims in light of Senator Crawford and Col. Parker’s views.
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Expending Wind Bijou Hills Times
Huron allocates funds to sell the capital. Pierre inquiry raises questions about current actions and plans.
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Bijou Hills Times
Huron
Pierre
Farmers Interested in Hern Campaign at Bison Hills
Farmers show interest in Hern as local coverage at Bison Hills Times notes campaign activity. Voters weigh issues affecting farming, land use, and rural communities amid ongoing local discussions.
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Bison Hills Times
Hern
Huron Favored by Large Majority in State Center
A report notes that about 11 cents in the center of the state are said to prioritize Huron as the preferred option.
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Huron
Six-Year Record of a Girl at Labrie Home Reported
The Frankfort Advocate notes a girl arriving at Ferdinand Labrie in Tartondwell for six years. The sixth arrival occurred last Thursday and may continue for about twenty years unless boycotts stop the pattern, reflecting a troubling local situation.
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East West Drought Debate in Pierre Times
The Pierre Times criticizes eastern counties for calling drought stricken areas as begging counties and argues that most aid came from federal funds. It notes seven thousand drought sufferers last year and contrasts eastern populations with western Missouri river communities, stressing charity and tax burdens.
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