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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1899
Page
4
Admiral Dewey will arrive in New York on September 28 to attend civic ceremonies and greet the public amid official preparations and anticipated crowds.
Russell B. Harrison, son of former President William Henry Harrison, is reported to be ill in Santiago with yellow fever, prompting medical attention and concern.
The people of the state backing an extra session provide sufficient reason for Lee to oppose one.
President William McKinley calls for a policy of peace first and charity for all, arguing the approach should be acceptable to everyone and free of objection.
The statement argues that Governor Lee should show sincerity toward the soldiers by summoning the legislature to secure assistance. It emphasizes urgent action to support the soldiers and respect for their service.
A local observer famed for judgment says Bryan tickles the ear but offers the brain nothing substantial. The quote notes Bryan’s style as appealing yet lacking in concrete ideas or proposals. The remark reflects ongoing public debate on his political approach.
General Funston is relieved from duty at San Fernando to undergo surgical treatment for a wound he incurred while serving in the Cuban army.
Thomas B. Reed has resigned his seat in congress and anti imperialists banking on his presence in the next house will be disappointed.
General Miles hails General Otis as a fine officer praising the army’s morale health and field officering in the Philippines based on demonstrated performance.
The Doland Times-Record notes D. H. Houston of Hunter North Dakota as the inventor of the Kodak a name formed from two syllables of Dakota He sold the invention to Eastman and now earns about 375 a month in royalties.
The Pennsylvania Republican convention nominated Colonel James Barnett of the Fifth Regiment for state treasurer making him the first volunteer soldier to receive a party honor. The convention also backed the McKinley administration and did not adopt an anti-Philippine plank.
Governor Shaw of Iowa pledges 40000 dollars to hurry home the Iowa regiment if legislators back a bill to reimburse him. South Dakota agrees to to meet without expense to appropriate funds to bring their regiment home, but Governor Lee refuses to call them together.
Courtesy of Buffalo Bill shows press agent, the Huronite received Helen Cody Wetmore’s life story of Colonel William F Cody. The authentic biography chronicles his boy Indian raids, buffalo hunting, soldiering, scouting, frontier feats, and fame as a showman in vivid detail.
The Argus Leader quotes optimism about U S influence in Cuba noting yellow fever decline and new schools and roads. It claims Cubans welcome American rule and contrast with Spanish rule era. The piece also alludes to similar reforms potentially occurring in the Philippines if critics were silenced.
Washington dispatches discuss McCoy and a rumored scalp as a political trope. The South Dakota Republican Party is praised for McCoy’s loyalty while opposing a supposed machine aiming to move men under certain conditions.
Surgeon Warne of the First South Dakota regiment is arrested on charges by Colonel Frost after making serious statements against a senior officer. The move aims to prompt an investigation, restore public confidence, and address alleged mistreatment of volunteers from the state.
The speaker urges that politics be kept out of the fundraising to bring the boys home. It is a nonpartisan, people’s initiative calling for a united effort. He notes ample funds in state pockets to build a sufficient purse and stresses success if all unite for the cause.
The finance committee appointed to raise funds to bring home the First South Dakota regiment passed a resolution to hire a three member delegation to approach Governor Lee. They seek a special legislative session or Governor Lee’s personal aid in raising funds from public subscriptions to facilitate the regiment’s return after muster out.
Governor Lee opposes an extra legislative session to appropriate funds for soldier boys while the public pledges support. One thousand volunteers offered a year of service, and the proposal asks for 25 dollars from each volunteer to cover the need. Citizens hope railroads and telegraph firms contribute more as the governor blocks convocation. The effort, though large, is expected to succeed in South Dakota.
A Sun correspondent mocks Bryan’s call against government by injunction. He parodies the Ten Commandments to argue that seven of the edicts function as injunctions. The critique treats divine law as a basis for human conduct and highlights skepticism toward Bryan’s stance.
A critic argues that a colonel’s vow against government by injunction reflects a broader opposition to law. The piece frames this stance as aligning with Debs fusion Democrats and questions political calculations involving Croker and Tammany.
President Schuman of the Philippine Civil Commission tells a Chicago Tribune correspondent the rebellion is Tagalog and not nationwide, with about 1.5 million of 2 million Filipinos not in revolt. He says Luzon’s Tagalogs coercing other islands, Sulu at peace, and two generations of education will lift the islands to near Japanese levels. The insurrection’s suppression is urged by the U.S. government.
Minneapolis Journal argues administration policy in the Philippines is proven. It claims local autonomy should wait until Luzon combat ends, cites Baliuag and San Pedro mayors aiding Aguinaldo, and denounces pretended amigos in Manila aiding Katipunan. It asserts U S. duty to restore order and crush opposition.
The piece denounces opponents of US sovereignty in the Philippines as hindering native liberty and security. It mocks critics who call McKinley’s war cruel and label Aguinaldo the Filipino Washington, arguing patriotism supports US rule and order in Luzon.
The Hvronite advocates an extra purpose of appropriating $30 000 to home from San Francisco. If the boys are to be brought home at state expense this is the only feasible plan proposed or that seems in any way calculated to meet the emergency.
The Republicans of South Dakota reaffirm loyalty to the national platform, praise McKinley, and support victory in the Spanish American War. They commend South Dakota volunteers, call for strong anti trust and restraint legislation, and urge voters to retain the convention nominees. They support the South Dakota maximum rate case on appeal and promote an impartial judiciary.
The regular examination for prospective public school teachers will be held at the High School Building in Huron on Friday and Saturday September 1 and 2 1899 starting at 8 o clock in the morning. All candidates must perform the same work at the same time and are urged to attend as private examinations cannot be given by this office.
Tickets for Lake Chetek Tracy excursions offered by the North Western line at summer rates. Fri and Sat trips from Huron cost 5.00 for the round trip with return by Tuesday, daily 7.95 round trip with return within thirty days. Lake Chetek is promoted as a scenic resort with hunting and fishing nearby and hotel and livery services available. Nearby accessible lakes include Current, Siegel, Fremont, Sarah, Bear, Long, Buffalo, Iron, Beauty, Willow, Isabella and Clear lakes.
Estrayed from the southeast quarter of section 22 township 113 range 62 on August 2 1899 a light bay Clydemore about five years old and weighing around 1100 pounds with heavy hair on the legs. A suitable reward will be given. Send information to H C Johnson on his farm or address Huron South Dakota.
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