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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1908
Page
6
A column bundles speculative notes on Judge Carson and a disputed re election for speaker Uncle Joe Cannon and the Oregon Democrat senator scenario. It cites Vessey Rockefeller Bryan and Tammany fears while praising or debunking political alignments and forecasts in a caustic, opinion driven style.
It is reported that the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul will merge all its Dakota Montana Washington and Idaho properties into the company and issue against these new extension bonds to the extent of 10000000 dollars.
A Vanderbilt woman is described as declaring that $260000 is the appropriate annual expenditure for a widow or single woman’s personal needs, labeling her stance as part of a “canary bird” class of idle women. The remark reflects social norms and debates on women’s financial independence in the era.
Bosses held a political meeting in Yankton on Thursday to decide the spenser ship and key legislation. Lawmakers convene in January to ratify the action. Attorney Heney shot in court expected to recover, while the man he exposed died by suicide. The tragedy prompts questions on blame.
The county option contest signals a renewed push by supporters hoping for victory this year. The Huronite cautions that temperance by law tends to fail and that efforts to teach the evils of intemperance persist despite past outcomes.
The piece questions whether Mr Wesseyba will govern with independence or tolerate the present corrupt state leadership. It cites Treasurer Sheldon of the Republican National Committee noting $700,000 raised for Taft’s election, with Charles P Walt contributing $160,000, implying family influence in the campaign.
The new trial rests on trial errors by disbarred attorney Mr. Egan. Minneapolis County may seek to charge the extra expenses to him. How long will the people of the county continue to rail at the disbarred lawyer remains to be seen.
The report denies that Mr. R O Richards will reside in Washington while Senator Crawford serves. The remark notes regret and asserts that with Dick on the ground there would be little danger of his deviating from key legislation during critical stages.
The text argues Mr. Bryan should respond to the call of democracy and remain willing to accept a presidential nomination if asked by the Democratic Party. It compares Bryan’s ambition to the Call of the Wild and proposes reforming the cumbersome state law to empower the people to express themselves without political bosses influencing nominations for state and federal offices.
The piece argues Burke and Martin will face stiff opposition from late allies in the upcoming primary. It condemns Vesey’s paper for supporting both Burke and Martin during the campaign and accuses Rockefeller of abusing power to defend Standard Oil, calling for its dissolution amid charges of bribery and corruption.
The piece notes historical efforts to establish a Huron centered judicial district, from territorial days through the 1903 Pierre district creation. It details judges Smith Church and Spencer, Whiting’s residence choices, Fuller’s death, and Whitings Supreme Bench appointment, leading to Governor’s timely appointment of Mr. Taylor to the Ninth circuit bench.
Turan congratulated for securing a judge position as Senator Wittredge departs for Washington. Kittredge, elected six years ago, retires with a record of unselfish service and wide respect in the US Senate. Fale 13 remains Sioux Falls’s political figurehead though described as powerful yet down and out in office holding circles.
A proclamation designates Thursday November 26 as a day of Thanksgiving. The public is urged to give thanks for bountiful harvests and blessings from the Almighty. It notes national pride, charitable acts, and acknowledges social issues like intemperance and lawlessness.
An editorial essay urges humility and public conscience to curb evils harming families and society. It contrasts two forces at work, urging readers to adopt Jesus Christ's teachings, overcome selfishness, and advance goodwill, hoping for a brighter Thanksgiving through upliftment and gratitude.
An advertisement warns against mercurial remedies and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from Toledo makers Cheney Co. It claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces, notes genuineness, provides testimonial requests, and lists price at 75 cents per bottle along with Hall's Family Pill for constipation.
Advertises Dr Kings New Life Pills promising to prevent biliousness malaria and joint discomfort. Claims the product cleanses the liver and bowels and urges readers to buy at H Wheeler drug store for 25 cents.
Maire has seven years experience in grocery and ten in restaurant work. Provides Tracey or Iron as a top reference. Dak address listed as Lox $44.
Intending to quit Canning and innsye to town will hold a public auction on the north half of 1-10-7 three miles south and 234 miles east of Huron, Hamles southwest of Cavour on Tugsday Dec. Ltd at 10 o’clock. Property includes 15 head of horses 50 spring pigs 100 chickens 12 jerkeys farm machinery two lumber wagons one buggy and bobsliegh free lunch at noon terms cash under 10 or over 10 with one year on approved security at 8 percent interest 2 percent discount for cash stock not taken until settled B W Meyers owner John Ruby auctioneer Geo C Fullinweider clerk
A. F. Hardy of East Wilton Maine endorses Bucklen's Arnica Salve after fifteen years of use. He reports it cures boils sores ulcers burns and saves many doctor bills. The testimonial is tied to a Wheelers drug store promotion.
A local notice advertises a Petticoat Special at Corys from seven to nine p.m. Saturday night highlighting entertainment and casual dress friendly event for residents and visitors.
A local health notice advertises a simple home remedy from a noted authority on rheumatism. The formula uses Extraets Dandelion, Compound iXargon, and Compound Syrup Sarsapurisia, to be taken after meals and at bedtime. It claims safe vegetable ingredients and potential relief after several days with no stomach irritation.
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