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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1899
Page
5
A brief note asserts the Iowa Democrats embrace a Bryan-inspired platform focused on prosperity and the creation of happiness as key goals for the party.
R. B. Tripp of Yankton is named as a proposed populist nominee, replacing Kennedy of Canton who has stood as a candidate for four years.
The court martial of France may convict Dreyfus, yet international opinion regards him as innocent, reflecting a divide between the republic and global observers.
A wind storm damaged South Dakota Agricultural College at Brookings to about $3000. The city of Brookings received a heavy shake but no lives were lost.
Secretary of War Root plans to pacify the Philippine Islands before official negotiations, aiming to mirror Abraham Lincoln's approach. The strategy centers on securing order on the islands prior to talks with representatives in Washington.
Fred White, Democratic candidate for Iowa governor, expresses dissatisfaction with defeat and shows resolve to endure a larger Republican majority next time.
The piece notes growing interest in soldiers' return home surpassing the upcoming judicial election. It states few politicians seek or expect changes to the supreme court's personnel.
In a Chicago interview Senator Pettigrew says Croker should not back Bryan as it would hurt his cause. Some locals share the view that Pettigrew is uncharitable and unsupportive toward Croker.
The state expects about 40,000,000 bushels of wheat from 3,300,000 acres, averaging roughly twelve bushels per acre. At fifty cents per bushel the crop value per acre exceeds the state's assessed land value.
The failure to raise enough money to cover the Nebraska regiment’s travel expenses from San Francisco discourages South Dakotans working along similar lines. Still, it will spur the committee to greater effort and the people to greater sacrifice.
The text states there is one way to get money for transporting boys from San Francisco home. Governor Lee holds the key and should convene the legislature. They will serve without pay, and the question remains if he will act or allow the movement to fail.
The union party, uniting diverse anti Republican factions, will convene in Mitchell to nominate a non partisan slate for supreme court judges. The ticket will include populists and democrats, presenting a strongly non partisan front.
The committee appointed to devise Ways and Means to bring the boys home should take Governor Lee at his word. He pledges to use his power to assist the committee, and the paper notes the path is clear if he acts. failure to act could hinder the people’s wishes.
The Minneapolis Tribune notes South Dakota enacts a stringent game law to curb unsportsmanlike hunting and protect game. It states that a man with gun and dog in a stubble field is prima facie evidence of guilt, but warns wardens, like the dispensary amendment, face challenges in enforcing the law.
Delegates conducted business at the Huron gathering without Governor Lee and Pettigrew. They were assigned to the committee of reception, indicating broad service to volunteers rather than narrow interests.
The Sioux City Journal reports South Dakota may muster troops in San Francisco to return them home at state expense. The finance committee has not announced funding yet, but the public has pledged to cover costs, ensuring free transport home for the troops.
The Water Town Public Opinion records the South Dakota Regiment's muster in Sioux Falls on May 19, 1898, movements to San Francisco and Cavite, major battles at Manila and surrounding fields, peace milestones in 1898–1899, and final returns to Camp Stotsenberg. It lists 23 killed in action, 1 drowned, 4 died of wounds, 29 died of disease, with 1,008 mustered, 917 June 2, 1899, and 414 on the firing line. 241 sick and wounded in Manila, 208 sick in field. 117 returned to San Francisco July 24, and 25 on August 2.
The article argues that central Dakota farmers shifted from wheat reliance after bitter lessons. It notes modest yields in the region yet highlights cattle, sheep, swine, creameries, and cheese factories as prosperity drivers. It urges farmers to diversify into livestock and dairy rather than depend on wheat.
A Huron meeting committee tasked with raising funds to bring home volunteers faces a herculean job with less than a month to act. The Sheridan transport will reach San Francisco around September 10 and the regiment mustered out about September 20, shrinking available time to secure funds.
A column urges Governor Lee to summon the legislature to appropriate 30000 with no per diem or mileage. It argues a two day session could pass the bill, cost under 1000, and yield state gains, asserting delegates would serve without pay for such a cause and expressing faith in the legislature.
Game Warden Milne filed charges against Frank Titus Harry Titus Clyde Greene and Geo Morresy for shooting prairie chickens out of season. Judge Van Dalsem presided with Hinckley for defendants and Mouser for the state. Convicted and fined 210 each with costs 20.05. Evidence showed dog and gun out with the parties, a prima facie basis for guilt.
Buffalo Bill's Wild West and Congress of Rough Riders of the World announce a September 5 exhibition in Huron featuring a battle of San Juan re-enactment with 600 performers. Roosevelt rough riders join in, plusSpecial scenery and a miniature bill. includes Gerald A. Webb Bill Cline Walter M. Cook Tom Isbel and others. Johnny Baker and Annie Oakley will shoot at objects. diverse riders from multiple nations.
Nebraska attorney general launches anti trust action to oust Standard Oil from the state and bar it from business. The piece argues if successful, similar actions could remove trusts in other states and calls for public consensus.
Regular examination of persons offering themselves as teachers for the public schools will be held at the High School Building in Huron on Friday and Saturday Sept 1 and 2 beginning at 8 o clock a m. All are expected to do the same work at the same time. Those intending to teach next year should attend as the office cannot conduct private examinations.
The Dakota conference of the Methodist church expects to use the 1900 prospective lay delegate law at the Chicago General Conference to seat provisional delegates in 1904. Ministers in the state favor a bishop for each state and support modifying presiding elders to strengthen the church's command.
Old fashioned teething remedy praised for soothing gums easing pain and wind colic. Promotes calmer babies and claims best results with a twenty five cent bottle.
Excursion tickets to the Greater American Exposition in Omaha Nebraska are sold at reduced rates via the Chicago & North Western Railway from select stations until October 31 1899. Rates dates of sale and ticket limits vary by agent.
An advertisement touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as essential for a beautiful complexion by maintaining bowels, liver, and kidneys, claiming it keeps them in perfect health. Sold by A. J. Bick at 25 and 50 cents.
Prof George W Hull formerly of Sandusky Ohio offers violin lessons after June 24. Prospective students for summer study should apply at the music store.
Tickets offered for summer travel from Huron to Lake Chetek Tracy with reduced round trips at five dollars if returning by Tuesday and seven ninety five for thirty day returns. Lake Chetek as a summer and fall resort offers hunting and fishing with abundant prairie chickens snipe ducks and geese and nearby lakes such as Current Lake Siegel Fremont Sarah Bear Long Buffalo Iron Beauty Willow Isabella and Clear Lake.
Estrayed from the farm in township 113 range 62 section 22 on August 2 1899 a light bay Clydesdale five years old about 1100 pounds with heavy hair on legs. Reward offered for information. Send details to H C Johnson on his farm or address Huron South Dakota.
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