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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1897
Page
4
Wheat futures push toward the dollar level signaling firmer prices and renewed demand prospects. Traders note potentials for steady gains as supply concerns and weather outlook influence the market sentiment.
Farmers harvesting twenty bushels per acre confront choices for gains in land, equipment, or seed. experts weigh tax implications and price shifts, urging prudent reinvestment while markets remain volatile.
The Washington newspaper raises concern over praising Canovas to heaven fearing it could trigger a strike and riot in paradise, signaling tension over his legacy.
A humorous verse contrasts Bill Bryan in silk night robes with Coxeys in plain cotton, and notes Mrs. Lease wearing robes like Eve yet arriving just the same.
Professor Cochrane of the 8. D. A. comments on the revival of the irrigation engineering post as lawmakers revisit the law establishing the office. He notes changes since the prior repeal and implications for regional water work.
The text portrays John Sherman as retaining mental strength to decide what is best for Americans, while noting that the Johnny Balls abroad do not appreciate his leadership.
Quarter sections bought this spring for $1,000 in Beadle County are expected to yield $2,000 in wheat this season. The article questions why a Beadle County farm might not be a good investment despite the doubled value.
The statement argues that revenue from South Dakota wheat fields could settle the mortgages on every farm in the state, and asks which other agricultural state could claim the same. The remark highlights the perceived abundance of wheat production and financial leverage in farming communities.
The passage extols South Dakota as unmatched in agricultural prowess, claiming it meets all essential requirements better than any other part of North America and asserts that time will prove this belief true.
The Armour Chronicle Tribune urges Auditor Mayhew to dismiss Andersen and clear himself from involvement in four questioned transactions connected to the former insurance commissioner.
The statement warns that South Dakota populists can witness the defeat of their party in Iowa this November and predict a tough year for South Dakota voters in 1998. The speaker urges caution and to flee from impending wrath.
The new tariff law is described as protecting American manufacturers and workers. Its reciprocity provisions are affirmed and France signals readiness to negotiate a trade treaty under the law's terms.
The newspaper boys from Bates Lake Preston Mease Madison Halladay Iroquois Roberts Armour Dewe Pierre and many others are slated for Nasbys as they pursue post office assignments.
The article argues that sea board freight rates for wheat were not reduced during the cereal's price slump. It warns that any attempt by transportation companies to raise rates now that wheat has risen will face strong and lasting opposition from the public.
The price of wheat rose 40 cents per bushel driven by supply and demand. The speaker notes that the last legislature failed to repeal this law and that prices could reach 31.50 a bushel. The pop legislature may have done some good.
The speaker contrasts McKinley and Bryan noting McKinley would sacrifice office to bring prosperity, while Bryan would risk prosperity for political gain. The writer labels Bryan as a boy orator with untamed ambition and McKinley as a statesman.
The Dakota Ruralist argues Frank Morris would be governor in fact and name if elected. Mr. Loucks, knowing Morris since 1887 from territorial legislature days, endorses the paper's view in full based on a decade of acquaintance.
Denizen Iowa figure Hon L M Shaw appears poised for victory as Republican nominee for Iowa governor. His platform emphasizes protection honest money and economy, as outlined by the Sioux City Journal.
Good government and fair taxation are urged as Iowa Republicans rally around Shaw to promise equal opportunity, fair dealing in business, and progressive governance benefiting laborers, aligning the party with constructive reform.
The Yankton Gazette argues that a plunge bath scandal at the Pierre state house corrupts lawmakers and leads to moral decline from the capitol to homes and even to the Sioux tepees on Bad River.
A Washington dispatch suggested Kittridge faced rejection, but sources indicate ex Congressman Pickler keeps quiet while E. G. Kennedy is slated to become U.S. marshal.
There is no better place to locate than in South Dakota. It is the state of cheap farm lands, of rich soil, of progressive people, of superb and health giving climate. Eastern tenants should be made to see the attractions we have here as they pay more per acre for rent elsewhere. The great need of this state is good farmers, give us these and all else will follow.
Washington dispatches report a heated contest over the choice for U S marshal of South Dakota. Ex congressman Pickler backs Harry Chamberlain of Faulkton against E G Kennedy of Eureka who is backed by the Big Five. Kennedy is praised as a clean able honest brave citizen and veteran who would make a splendid officer.
A South Dakota note reports Dick Hallady of Iroquois secured a post office appointment with no local opposition this time, contrasting with eight years prior when he faced a hard statewide fight hampered by political pressure from Senator Pettigrew. The piece suggests patronage is waning and mentions past political maneuvering and vows.
The Huronite reports wide Republican criticism of C. H. Anderson while serving as a S insurance examiner under Hippie administration. It argues Anderson has outlived his usefulness and that Auditor Mayhew should replace him for the good of the party. it implies action is needed if Mayhew hesitates.
The Horonite urges party loyalty over infighting as candidates face choices in the state convention. It lauds Frank A Morris for not ceding to factional fighting and calls for transparency on insurance examinations while criticizing Mayhew and Anderson. The piece also discusses Cuba and Philippines crises and predicts Spain-US role toward home rule and reform.
The Vermillion Freeman extols J D Elliott U S District Attorney and Republican state committee chair as honest. It recalls associations with Dodl Jolley in the Wamsley trial and notes Elliott’s early education, law study with Col Jolley, and work with Gamble Bros. The piece expresses friendship and wishes for success in his public career.
Globe Democrat notes grave troubles closing in on Madrid including an assassination. It argues Spain's colonial policy and general state policy are fatally defective, with the country far from prosperous or hopeful as the government faces mounting crises.
A New York Tribune essay argues prosperity must be general and tied to public well being. It warns that rising wages or stock gains benefit only some and can mislead about true improvement. Real prosperity requires harmonious gains for all, with broad employment and fair returns for steady industry.
Centerville Journal notes a shift in farmers attitudes toward debt repayment as wheat prices rise. It contrasts last year’s debts judged against high wheat values with current demands for payment in gold standard terms, remarking on perceived inconsistency and human flaw.
The week was cooler than normal with light to moderate showers and ample soil moisture for corn and potatoes. Harvesting oats and spring wheat progressed, with delays from rains in the south and some unstacked hay damaged. yields overall varied but quality remained good to excellent for berries, rye strong, and oats fair to good. Millet yields were heavy. pasturage and hay quality remained solid.
Across Aurora Beadle Bon Homme Brown Brule Buffalo Butte Clark Clay Davison Day Dever counties farmers report corn progress from dent to maturity with warmer weather and frost risk. wheat and oats vary in yield but quality remains solid to excellent. threshing underway and harvest activity widespread.
Crop notes from Fall River to Yankton detail oats barley wheat and corn progress. Harvest near completion in many areas with corn generally doing well. frost risk cited in several counties as threshing and harvesting continue.
Gottlieb Seblieske of S bewaing Michigan writes that his wife suffered five years with illness and failed medicines. After reading about Pe-ru-pa and Mane-a-lin she tried them and recovered. He credits Dr. Hartman’s female health book and endorses the products as essential at home.
S D National Guards officer Frost, stationed at Pierre, tours Huron and Aberdeen to boost the state militia. He notes eleven infantry companies, one artillery battery, a twenty piece band, and two cadet companies from the Agricultural College. Annual national funding totals 3450 dollars, with 400 men to be kept, and Frost expects 3500 dollars in equipment from the war department this week. He serves without pay, earning praise for organizing the force.
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