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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1886
Page
1
A historical roster lists appointed and elected officials in the Dakota Territory capital, detailing governors, attorneys general, U.S. attorneys and marshals, judges, surveyors, treasurers, clerks, and local county officers. The document marks dates, places, and various government roles across multiple towns and counties.
In a local feud letter, E C Issenhuth of Suster Township blasts an anonymous critic calling them a coward and demanding proof. He denounces slander and urges the public to let the courts decide pending suits, while criticizing a perceived new administration and political ring.
A Yankton county claim by Lillie Richardson led to a White House meeting with Judge Gifford and Secretary Lamar. The case, involving land rights and a disputed entry, prompted an appeal authorized for her benefit after the visit and discussions with President Grover Cleveland.
The prose lists Abe Boynton and Ordway Johnson along with Major Arrett as remaining ante holders. it states the nominee must come from this trio, excluding Miller Secale Church Ziebach Tay of McCormack and most anti division leaders.
In Democratic Mail notes a push to appoint C C Frost former editor of the Huron Democrat as a special agent in the department amid objections. Several agents have been appointed including a man from Alabama and others from northern states. The piece questions northern recruitment and claims southern positions are favored south of Mason Dixon line.
The Brookings Sentinel reports that authorities agreed to undertake necessary improvements for the benefit of the exhibition area as visitors to the territorial fair are expected to notice. The report highlights plans to upgrade facilities and services for the event.
Last week Hon. John H. Drake commenced the fourth year of publication of The Dakota Pioneer in Aberdeen. The paper has heralded the ground prosperity of the region. Drake is described as one of the handsomest journalists of Dakota and the Pioneer is deemed worthy of Drake and Drake worthy of the Pioneer.
Judge Gifford writes that Fort Abraham Lincoln should not be abandoned amid a north and west storm with hail. Wolsey reports, noting Mandan parties in the area.
A notice invites W. E. F. Bushnell secretary of the Territorial Board of Agriculture to send a premium list for the coming fair at Huron in September. The message urges Clark County to promote the event effectively to advertise itself.
The special committee recommended Nash block for a council room and the mayor and clerk were directed to sign a lease at 250 dollars. Mrs. Wilmarth gained sidewalk access on avenue, with grade and slope to 3rd street. Wright and Myers were to align a sidewalk with the Grand Opera House grade. Election set for Aug 17 in the second ward. barber shop ordinance prevents opening on San Oi with changes.
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