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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1901
Page
4
Publisher JOHN LONGSTAFF notes the Yankton Gazette shifts from local judicial battles to foreign affairs. The piece endorses Coe I Crawford as the Peoples first and only choice for United States Senator.
The Phillips commission house will resume business having lost only $200,000. Young George remains confident stating that with one or two good corners he can recover this and add another half million.
A six week strike between the steel trust worth billions and the labor union is causing concern. Supporters feel the strikers seek too much while hoping for victory. If the strike fails, workers fear the burden will fall on laborers nationwide.
The King plans to part with Osborne House on the Isle of Wight at a annual upkeep of 60000 dollars. Senator Clark of Montana contemplates purchasing the palace, signaling wealthy American buyers may acquire royal regalia soon.
The Armour Herald recalls a joke about stealing a sponge from Bro. Longstaff’s office to mock a political lapse. It notes Levi helped pass resolutions affirming W. J. Bryan as the Democratic leader, warning the act could bring trouble.
Hon. Frank J. Washabaugh of Deadwood is nominated by Republicans for the Eight Judicial circuit. A well known South Dakota figure, he has long partnered with Judge Moody and served Lawrence county in territorial and state legislatures. He is described as capable, conscientious, and a thorough gentleman. The article predicts a large majority for his election.
Rev. Charles M. Sheldon delivers a fiery sermon predicting divine judgment on corrupt political machines. He warns figures like McLeod Williams Kennedy and Crane that retreat to the woods will not avert the coming wrath and God’s chariot of vengeance.
The Huronite, a leading Dakota paper, supports Mr. Crawford and urges disciplined organization from township to county to elect delegates who will back his senatorial bid by any means required. It questions partisan arguments and stresses practical campaign action over rhetoric.
A portrait of Coe H. Crawford as a skilled politician with a lengthy career in Dakota Territory. The piece traces his rise from Pierre district attorney to state senator to attorney general and finally a Republican congressional candidate, noting rivalries and his appeal to Hughes County and surrounding areas.
Two South Dakota editors Levi Wait of the Armour Herald and Eli Thomas of the Howard Democrat plan to cross the ocean early next year visiting the British Isles and the continent. The move may inspire the South Dakota Press association to follow within a year or two.
Crawford confirms he remains in the senatorial race and will contest the next campaign. He is described as able and even handed, with clear positions and a clean fight preferred by Republicans.
The Press argues against political machines while the HURONITE defends the organization that runs campaigns. Both sides claim validity. the inner machine versus the rank and file. The piece notes the Press itself has long backed a dominant local political boss.
The English Review of Reviews notes a falling UK birth rate from 35 to 29 per thousand in twenty five years and warns that family limitation spreads from the rich to the masses. The piece links wealth to smaller families across France England America and Australia and contrasts German growth with higher standard living.
Warns against catarrh ointments containing mercury and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio as a safe internal remedy. Claims no mercury and urges purchase from reputable physicians and druggists. Includes a testimonial offer and 75 cent price per bottle.
Arthur T. White, living at the corner of Second and Kansas, was held up last night. A robber woke him with a side poke, held a lit match and a revolver near his head, and forced him to surrender $10, a gold watch worth about the same, and some clothes. White, a former First South Dakota regiment member, noted the peril and warned the thief could have taken more.
Promoting through trains to New York City with vestibuled sleepers Chicago to Boston and dining cars on all trains. Meals offered at 35 cents to 1 dollar under the American Club plan. John Y. Calahan, general agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago, invites inquiries.
Business notice seeking active participation in cattle ranching and dairy farming east of the Missouri River in South Dakota. Offers to list lands for sale at reasonable prices. Contact details requested for buyers or sellers to reach out.
Notice is given of a Beadle County Commissioners special meeting at the Huron court house on Saturday August 10 1901 at 2 PM to discuss delinquent real property taxes under chapter 51 session laws 1901 and any other business before the board. F A Munson County Auditor.
Nickel Plate Road offers special low rates and favorable limits for trips from Chicago to Buffalo and New York. General agent John Y. Calahan invites inquiries at 111 Adams St Chicago for these eastern departures.
Taken up about June 3 at my farm north half of 20-111-61. One red and white spotted steer three years old, one light red steer two years old, one red steer two years old. A. H. Lapp, Huron.
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