S D P A Holds Summer Meeting at Big Stone Lake
The annual S D P A gathering drew about eighty members and wives to Big Stone Lake for a houseboat style outing. Officers elected include T B Roberts as president and L J Bates as first vice president with J F Halladay as secretary and O A Blake as treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Stone Lake
T. B. Roberts
Armour
L. J. Bates
Lake Preston
J. F. Halladay
Iroquois
O. A. Blake
Wessington
Big Stone
Banqnet
L. S. Boyer
J. D. Reeves
South Dakota Editorial Association
Big Stone City
Lake
E. M. M. Bennet
South Dakota Press Association
L. O. Taylor
South Dakota
S. R. Gold
W. T. LaFollette
Minnesota
W. C. Whiteman
Herald Star
Ortonville
Minn
H. H. Showerman
John Longsteff
T. W. Bishop
Dakotas
Lake View
Columbia
Dakota
Yellowstone National Park
Advert for salve guaranteed to heal skin ailments
An 19th century style advertisement proclaims a salve cures cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chil brains corns and all skin eruptions and piles or money back. It is sold at 22 cents per box by D. K. Bryant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. K. Bryant
Unclaimed Letters at Huron Post Office August 8 1896
List of letters remaining unclaimed in Huron South Dakota for the week ending August 8 1896. Names include Ansley Mrs Laura Barnett Mrs James Fritz Mrs Edith Harrington H D Reynolds Rev L. Callers must state advertised in the Huron ITE and pay one cent at the stamp window. J B Coaax
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huron
South Dakota
Ansley
Laura Barnett
James Fritz
Edith Harrington
H. D. Reynolds
J. B. Coaax
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Advertisement
For over fifty years the product has been used by mothers for teething children. It soothes the child, softens the gums, relieves pain, cures wind colic, and helps diarrhoea. Price twenty five cents per bottle.
Cheap Home Seekers Excursions West and Northwest
The Chicago and North Western Railway announces reduced excursion fares to many western and northwestern points on August 4 September 1 15 29 and October 6 and 20 1896. For tickets and full information contact local agents of the railway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North- Western Line
Chicago & North- Western Ry
Northwest
Huronite Binds Magazines Into Fine Volumes
During the dull summer months the Huronite offers inexpensive binding of magazines into handsome ser vicable volumes.
Heat Wave Paralyzes New York City Daily Life
In Greater New York the city endures extreme heat with about 190 deaths reported that day and more victims hourly. Out door work largely suspended, factories closed, ambulances and patrol wagons overwhelmed, street horses collapsing, and tenement areas hardest hit as hospitals call police for aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Greater
Heatwave Overwhelms Chicago Officials and Workers
In Cuiiaco Chicago August 12 heat cripples police and mail staff with about 50 quit work temporarily and two to three may die. Stores operate as makeshift hospitals as girl clerks faint at counters. Daily heat deaths reach 35 and weekly total 577. Over 1000 animals killed lie unrecovered across the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuiiaco
Department of Health
Cooler Wind Brings Temp Drop in St Louis
St Louis on August 12 reports a cooler spell with a brisk wind easing the heat. At 6 pm the thermometer read 83 F and only eight dogs were added during the day. Seven deaths were recorded as the heat persisted earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Hartford Heat Wave Tops Records Across Connecticut
In Hartford on August 12 the heat reached 92 degrees by official reading and 103 on some street thermometers, marking the hottest day since 1833. Prostrations and deaths linked to the heat are reported statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
Conn
Heat Wave Strikes City With Thirteen Hospitalized
In Cincinnati on August 12 health officials report 13 people were taken to hospitals by public patrol wagons after suffering intense heat. None are reported fatal. The local weather bureau predicts continued hotter weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Health Board
Record Heat Sparks Fatal Prostrations in Boston
In Boston on August 12 the heat reached 95.4 degrees, the season high, with high humidity worsening conditions. The day saw four prostrations and two deaths, highlighting dangerous weather strain on residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Twelve Fatalities Reported in Philadelphia Heat Wave
At 5 p.m. in Philadelphia the temperature reached 93 degrees with humidity between 60 and 65. The heat caused twelve deaths and 46 prostrations as reported by officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Sixteen Die in Heat Wave This Week at Owensboro
In Owensboro Kentucky sixteen deaths occurred over three days due to heat. Authorities report all were superinduced by the extreme temperatures as the city endures a severe heat spell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owensboro
Diphtheria Siege Hits BoypDeN Town
Twenty cases of malignant diphtheria reported in BoypDeN Louisiana as churches close and public meetings are forbidden by the city council amid a historic outbreak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boypden
South Dakota Wheat Yield Estimated at 21 Million Bushels
Aberdeen reports S R Jumper, president of First National Bank, estimates for South Dakota wheat at 2,690,000 acres yielding 814 bushels per acre totaling 21,233,000 bushels after a 5 percent loss from wind and hail storms. Corn, potatoes, hay and roots are praised, oats, barley and flax are fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberdeen
S. D
S. R. Jumper
First National Bank
South Dakota
Lt A W Meet Opens As City Declares Half Holiday
Louisville Kentucky hosts the Lt A W meet with country runs drawing crowds to stock farms near Louisville. Heat is not deterred as rides to parks suburbs and countryside are well attended. Mayor Todd proclaims Thursday afternoon a half holiday for L A W races, city hall to close and workers invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lovuisville
Louisville
Todd
Thermometer Near 97 Amid Stifling St. Louis Heat
In St Louis on August 13 the temperature neared 97 in the shade as the heat wave persisted with little breeze. Prostrations surged with 20 cases at the Central dispensary and similar at other branches. hospitals saw more, and a dozen deaths occurred as the city coped with the extreme heat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Raised Railway Taxation In North Dakota
The state board of equalization approved a Briggs introduced resolution raising railroad personal property valuation from 1,000,000 to 1,500,000. This increases state revenue by about 25,000 to 75,000. The Great Northern and Northern Pacific lines receive per mile assessments of 3,500 to 3,200 dollars. Soo Line and Chicago Milwaukee St Paul show 38,000 and 2,500 to 3,000. Side tracks taxed at 750 per mile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bismarck
State Board of Equalization
Briggs
Great Northern
Northern Pacific
Soo
Chicago
Milwaukee
St. Paul
Northwestern
Grand Army Rates Clarified For En Campment Trip
St Paul date: Citizens committee issues circular clarifying travel costs to the Grand Army encampment. Within 250 miles of St Paul the round trip first class fare is capped at $5. From points east of the Missouri River outside the radius, rates apply at 1 cent per mile in each direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Pau
Grand Army
Citizens Committee
St. Paul
Missouri River
Heat Prostrates Indiana Politician Dick Thompson
In Terre Haute on August 13 Colonel Dick Thompson aged 84 was overcome by the heat while in his yard with his nephews and niece. He remained unconscious for much of the day until doctors cooled him with water and reduced his temperature from 104 degrees. He is very weak but mentally bright.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Haute
Ind
Dick Thompson
Two Die and One Wounded at Cherokee Convention
At the National party convention in the Cherokee nation ten miles north of Tallquah capital Muskogee Indian Territory two men were shot dead and another mortally wounded. The deadly incident likely ends the gathering which would have continued through the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muskoeee
I. T
National Party
Baltimore Heat Toll in One Day Tops Ten Fatalities
In Baltimore on August 13 ten people died and 30 more were overcome as high heat marked the day. The thermometer peaked at 96 degrees between 2 and 4 p.m. authorities urged precautions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Harrison to Open the Campaign in New York Speech
Ex-President Harrison plans to kick off the Republican campaign in New York with a speech scheduled for the evening of August 25. The announcement came from a New York dispatch on August 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
New York
Drowned in the Delaware River Capsize at Bridesburg
Five persons drowned when a small rowboat capsized on the Delaware River opposite Bridesburg, a Philadelphia suburb, as rescue efforts began. Local authorities investigated the incident and identified the victims among nearby residents and dock workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Delaware River
Bridesburg
This
Frias Hermanos Cattle Firm Fails With 83 Million Liabilities
A Rio Janeiro dispatch reports Frias Hermanos, a cattle trading firm, has failed with liabilities totaling 83 million. The August 13 telegram to The Daily Telegraph notes the extent of the financial collapse and its regional impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Daily Telegraph
Rio Janeiro
Frias Hermanos
Weather toll rises as heat hits Montreal
Montreal reports temperature at 91 Fahrenheit with a fatal sunstroke in the city, an unusual event for the area.
Western Roads in a Pool Revealed After Great Western Refusal
The Inter Ocean reports a secret pool among western roads centered near Chicago. The Chicago Great Western declined to transfer $90,000 to balance percentages, exposing the pool after nearly a year of covert operation and eroding trust in the Great Western’s stability.
Trenton Fireclay Works Destroyed by Blaze
Fire at the Trenton Fireclay and Porcelain company leveled the works with about 150000 dollars in damage. One fireman, Charles Woods, was killed by collapsing walls and several others were injured, one severely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton
N. J
Trenton Fireclay and Porcelain Company
Charles Woods
Logging camp fire claims Canadian logger John Graham
A fire at logging camps near Deer River Minnesota destroyed the camps owned by Freeman and Gray and burned to death John Graham a 55 year old Canadian Scotch man The tragedy occurred about 12 miles from Deer River on August 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deer River
Minn
John Graham
Freeman & Gray
Free Medical Reference 30X Advertisement
An old print ad offers a free medical reference for men and women. It mentions pirate disease of sex and other issues and requests two 2-cent stamps to pay one. The notice cites Dr. Hathaway & Co at the corner of 4th and Nebraska Streets in Sioux City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Hathaway & CO
Cor
4Th
Nebraska Sts
Siow
City
Half Rate to Milwaukee by National Convention Excursion
The North Western Line offers one fare round trip excursion tickets to Milwaukee for August 26 and 27. Dates of sale and full information available from Chicago & North Western Railway agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Republican League
North-Western Line
Chicago & North Western R'y
South Dakota Voters to Decide Repeal of Prohibition Article
A 1896 state document proposes a constitutional amendment by repealing Article 24 related to prohibition. The measure, approved by the House and Senate, will appear on the November 3 general election ballot with Yes and No voting options. Thomas Thorson signs as Secretary of State.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Pierre
House
House of Representatives
Senate
Ste Cgase
Thomas Thorson
Petition to Sell Land in Estate of Thomas Johnson
Beadle County South Dakota court orders show cause why administrator may be licensed to sell all real estate of Thomas Johnson deceased. Hearing set Oct 2, 1896 at 19:00 in Huron. Notice to interested parties via publication Aug 12 to Sept 3, 1896.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
South Dakota
County of
Beadle
Thomas Johnson
W. A. Ritschlag
City of
Huron
Dakota Huronite
City of Huron
the Court
Notice to Creditors Estate of Samuel R Critchfield
Estate administrator John H Miller calls all creditors and claimants to present claims with vouchers within four months after first publication. Notices dated in Huron South Dakota on July 9 1896. Publication dates July 16 to August 29. Also public notice offering information for users of Dr Williams Pink Pills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel R. Critchfield
John H. Miller
Joe R. Critchfield
City of
Huron
County of
Mortgage Foreclosure Sale Notice in Beadle County
Notice is hereby given that a mortgage will be foreclosed by sale of the premises in Beadle County South Dakota at 11 o clock a.m. on September 19 1896 at the front door of the courthouse in Huron to pay the debt interest and 150 attorney’s fee. The mortgage was assigned to Mechanics Savings Bank and the debt is six hundred fifty one dollars and nine hundredths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
von William W
la Mayne
Loan and Trust
Watertown
Dakota
Beadle County
Mechanics Saving Bank
Peasis
Beadie County
South Dakota
P. Brown
City of
Huron
Beadle
Sao Ancs Savings Bank
Soa Wenty
Court House
South Oak
James River
Neesturon
Beadle County Court summons in fever case
The state of South Dakota Beadle County Circuit Court case against Michael H. Millen Mary J Milley and others summons them to answer the complaint. The noticedated March 4 1896 directs response within thirty days after service and states filing occurred July 8 1896 with attorney Joan Woop. First publication July 9 last publication August 20.
Mortgage Foreclosure Sale Notice in Beadle County
Notice is given of a mortgage foreclosure on the southeast quarter of section 6 township 111 range 59 Beadle County South Dakota. The sale to satisfy the debt of 1335 plus costs is set for September 21 1896 at 10 a m at the front door of the courthouse in Huron. The mortgagors are William Dunlavey and Ann Dunlavey and the mortgagee is separate Mortgage Trust Co. The assignment recorded July 20 1896 transfers the mortgage to the mortgagee. First publication Aug 6 last Sept 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph McCreight
Nara Mareh
Beadle Coun
Omy
Woype
McDonald
William McGinness
Canlon
City of
Huron
Beadle
South Dakota
K. McGryness
Z. SproLer
William Dunlavey
Ann Dunlavey
Persuppess
Serrate Mortgage Trust Co
Register of Deeds
County of
Territory of Dakota
Ghee
Caus
Beadle County
Sheriff Sale Notice in Beadle County South Dakota
A sheriff sale is announced after a circuit court judgment against Frank A. Richards and Vandenburg and Richards partners for Ayers Weatherwax and Reed Company. The SW quarter of section 34 township 113 range 59 Beadle County is to be sold at public auction for cash at the Beadle County Courthouse in Huron on September 12, 1896 at 2 PM to satisfy $3201.80 plus costs and interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Third Judicial Circuit
South Dakota
Kingsbury
Ayers Weatherwax and Reed Company
Vandenburg and
Frank A. Richards
Vandenburg & Richards
Beadie
Towit
Beadle County
Huron
Beadle
Dakota
Beadle County summons in fifth circuit case
Joan Theney files suit against M H Miley Mary Miley Henry Newton and J W Buell in Beadle South Dakota circuit court. Defendants are required to answer within thirty days of service or the plaintiff may seek relief. Dated March 12 1896 with attorney Joan Woon. First publication July 9 last August 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Huron
Beadle
Joan Woop
Beadle County
Summons in Beadle County Case Against Potter and Potter
State of South Dakota to Herbert P Potter Almira Potter and Huber Manufacturing Company you are summoned to answer the complaint filed in Beadle County Circuit Court at Huron South Dakota The answer must be served within thirty days after service of this summons If you fail the plaintiff will seek relief as stated in the complaint Dated May 14 1896 at Huron South Dakota
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ummons
South Dakota
Beadless
Fifth Judicial Circuit
Samuel L. Miller
Herbert P. Potter
Almira Potter and Huber Manufacturing Company
Circuit Court
Beadle County
Huron
Evizasets R Melville and Atty Apuin Mortgage Notice
Notice lists Evizasets R Melville as party and E H Apuin as attorney for mortgagee. First publication July 2 with last publication August 13. Public notice indicates legal action and filing timeline for mortgage matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evizasets
R. Melville
E. H. Apuin
Atty
Wanted Rags for Office Use Good price offered
Wanted clean cotton rags at this office. A fair price will be paid for same.
First Class Hearse and Funeral Wagons Ad
Funeral caravans on Third Street in Huron advertise first class hearse wagons and carriages for pallbearers with reasonable hacks and carriage prices and special terms for funerals.
Also Mentioned on This Page
S. D. Press Association
Buckle
New York City
Awful
Connecticut
Lt. A. W. Meet
North Dakota
Indiana
Delaware
Canada
Rant
Geena Court
J. H. Alexander
Joun H. Minner
Joan L. Pyne
Aanignes of
Mortengee
Watertorney Force
Morown
Grorce W. Longistaff
Joan Theney
M. H. Miley
Mary E. Miley
Henry Newton
J. W. Buell
Southakota
South Ota
Joan Woon
Jonny L. Prue
Joan L. Atty
J. Kek. Ward
Huron, S. D
ACME
Copipany
Elkhart
Baptist Witness
J.C. Porter
Farris
Deland
Fua
Acme Cycle Co
O. K
Sam
Yours Truly
Farriss
P. M. Sharples
West Chester
Penn
Elgin
Rutland
Omaha
Neb
Avery Me
Rite W. P. Harrison & Co
Coumbre
Columbua
RUY Me Manufacturing CO
Detroit
Mich
Optician
Nie
Minneapolis
Nicollet Avenue
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