The Huronite Headlines and Hopes for South Dakota
State examiner Hemingway may become national bank examiner and O N Herried could edit the Sioux Falls Press under new management. Grover is eyed to curb coal trust as Jim River valley grows. John E B Hippie to become state agent for New York Mutual Life upon auditor retirement. Chippewa river ice gorges threaten property and people. Wannamaker cited as possible U S senator from Pennsylvania for Keystone State honor.
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O. N. Herried
Sioux Falls Press
John EB. Hippie
New York Mutual Life Insurance Company
Auditor
Jobn
United States
Pennsylvania
Keystone State
Demand rises for South Dakota farm lands buyers scarce
The notice notes growing demand for South Dakota farmland as harvests improve and prices stay strong, suggesting land will attract buyers with one more good crop.
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South Dakota
Grant Sells Interest in Spearfish Register
O. F. Grant, after eleven years as a co owner of the Spearfish Register, has sold his stake in the paper to partner A. J. Potter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. F. Grant
The
Spearfish Register
A. . Potter
Cleveland Seeks to Tackle Trusts After Bond Debate
In a bold move Cleveland aims to curb trust power, with commentators noting Grover Cleveland’s support. If he negotiates a favorable position below the belt, the public may forgive past bond issue disputes and rally behind his policy.
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Cleveland
Trusts
Grover
Aberdeen News Cites Hu Ron as Moribund Town
The Aberdeen News labels Hu Ron a moribund town yet argues residents are not dead to their own interests and reject populist leadership.
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Aberdeen News
Huron
Pickle's Candidacy Endorsed Across Region
J A Pickle receives unanimous support for pension commissioner bid with no opposition at home and widespread backing in eastern areas, indicating strong political alignment.
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J. A. Pickle
Commissioner of Pensions
Mc Kinley Inauguration Seen as Step Toward Prosperity
Three months from yesterday the president will be inaugurated marking a move toward sound government and renewed prosperity. The message urges hastening the coming day.
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McKinley
Morton Praises Savings In Agriculture Secretary Report
J Sterling Morton secretary of agriculture highlights saving $180000 during his term. The fourth annual report largely extols his own public virtues and achievements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Sterling Morton
Referee Overrules Shot Foul as Fitsimmons Seizes Prize
Fitsimmons knocked Sharkey down to win the prize but the foul call was overturned by the referee. Critics claim the decision stole the title, and a protest is expected to follow the contested outcome.
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Fitsimmons
Sharkey
Haorén Merchants urged to advertise seasonal goods
Merchants of Haorén should acquaint the nation with their large stock of holiday goods through careful advertising. An advertisement in the Houronrre for the next month is advised as a prudent step.
Louis McLouth Letter to Yankton Gazette on Brookings College
Louis McLouth presents a letter to the Yankton Gazette detailing his political beliefs and stance toward Brookings college. The author praises McLouth as a capable leader and criticizes the elevation of lesser men to prominent roles within the state.
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Louis McLouth
Yankton Gazette
Brookings College
McLouth
Standard Oil Plans Water Transport Hub to Chicago
The Standard Oil Company will shift movement to water transport to Chicago. It has acquired a large tract of land along the Calumet River near the lake to serve as a central delivering and transportation depot for its extensive business.
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Standard Oil Company
Chicago
Calumet River
Gazette Promises to Judge Its Own Work
The Yackton Gezette asserts its ambition to uphold old standards in editorial practice. It acknowledges uncertainty about John Longstaff keeping the Huronite to its historic editorial line and pledges to judge itself in the future.
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John Longstaff
Gezette
Yackton Gezette
Fearful Republicans See Threat in Andy Lee Victory
Republicans warn that Andy Lee's election endangers the state's educational institutions, calling such fears a late nineteenth century joke while the political tension closes in.
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Andy Lee
New American University Feature In Harpers Weekly
An illustrated piece on the New American University at Washington appears in Harpers Weekly dated December 5. The same issue begins a California life story by Rosina H. Emmet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New American University
Washington
Harper’s Weekly
California Life
Rosina H. Emmet
Republicans Plotting Gold Standard Bid for Senate Reelect
The text discusses Republicans forming a coalition centered on a gold standard platform to back Senator Kyle for reelection to the United States Senate. It questions whether such a scheme can succeed and expresses party optimism about the effort.
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Kyle
United States Senate
Republican Party
Harper's Bazaar December 4 issue features NCJW article
The December 4 edition will publish Mrs. Joseph R. Wallach’s article on the National Council of Jewish Women with portraits of its leaders. It also includes a paper on Every-Day Physical Culture and many practical Christmas suggestions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper’s Bazar
National Council of Jewish Women
Joseph R. Wallach
McKinley Expected to Attend Inauguration On Time
A cautious public worries McKinley may miss the March 4 inauguration. Since Washington era presidents have arrived to take the oath, observers expect Major McKinley to follow precedent and appear at the national capital.
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McKinley
Washington
Times
National Capital
Major McKinley
Sioux Falls Daily Press Leased to Silver Sympathizers
A syndicate of free silver supporters leases The Sioux Falls Press for one year with an option to buy at expiration. They claim a favorable deal while warning that valuable newspaper property may be damaged when the lease ends.
Armour Herald Criticizes Armour Chronicle Columnist
The text attacks Mathews of the Armour Herald for devoting space to Tom Roberts of the Armour Chronicle and calls for more wholesome reading matter, noting Douglass county residents tire of the personal pique and tiresome screed.
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Mathews
Armour Herald
Tom Roberts
Armour Chronicle
Roberts
Douglass County
Call for Fair Election Registration Law
The speaker warns that contest business is epidemic and elections may be flawed. He argues for a careful registration law to reduce fraud and ensure equal safety for all voters regardless of majority size, urging legislature action beyond party lines.
President's lengthy message reviews foreign policy and Cuban issue
The message to congress, praised for length, critiques Spain and hints U S interference may come. It champions the Wilson bill, notes a nearly 200 million deficit, and expects revenue gains. It praises Pacific railroads, calls for abandoning banking, condemns trusts, and largely summarizes Cuban concerns and department reports.
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Congress
Cleveland
Spain
United States
Cattlemen Face Loss from Severe Winter on Great Plains
The cattlemen along the great belt between Pierre and the Black Hills suffer a heavy winter loss while other state residents gain from the substantial snow.
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Greny
Pierre
Black Hills
Democrats Predict Balance Of Power In Next Legislature
The Simon Pure Democrats are said to hold the balance of power in the coming legislature and may influence the selection of a United States senator to succeed Kyle. The senatorial issue promises to embroil the body in a Kilkenny cat fight over the contest.
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Simon
Cuban War for Liberty Cited in U S Public Views
Readers watch the Cuban struggle as Weyler’s brutal campaign is condemned in the language of plunder rapine and bloodshed. The piece argues for US recognition of Cuban insurgents and respect for their rights.
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Weyler
United States
Judge Plowman Backed for U.S. Senate by Hill County
Word reaches this office that Judge Plowman of Lawrence county has solid support from the Hill county bloc for the United States Senate seat. The contest is shaping up as Loucks versus Plowman with Goodykoontz a distant third and Kyle far behind other candidates.
John Colvin Emerges as Leading Speaker Candidate
Mitchell's John Colvin leads as a speaker candidate with legislative experience and strong horse sense. The passage notes Uncle Jobo’s acceptance, party dynamics, and warns Republicans to watch Colvin or be sidelined in the House.
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John Colvin
Mitchell
the House
Jobo
John
Republicans Should Support Clean Ticket for Senate
The Letcher Blade argues Republicans should back a strong, clean ticket to represent South Dakota in the U S Senate and oppose Populist influence. Hugo writes that Republicans must refrain and let Populists decide. the party should obey the will of the people and avoid responsibility for any outcome.
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Letcher Bladsé
United States
Senate
South Dakota
Blade
Hugo Wite
Kyle
Foreclosure Sale Ordered On Smith Mortgage in Beadle County
Default on a South Dakota mortgage dated April 9 1889 triggers foreclosure. Notice states 563.24 due plus taxes and fees, with sale at the Beadle County Courthouse front door in Huron on January 24, 1897 at 2 pm for the northwest quarter of section 25, township 112, range 63 west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roster O. Smith
Ida Smith
Huron
Beadle
South Dakota
U. S
Notice to Creditors Estate of Daniel J. Rooks
Estate of Daniel J. Rooks asks all creditors and those holding claims to exhibit vouchers within four months after first publication. NOTICE dated November 18 1896 at Huron Beadle County Iowa. G W Longstaff executor office in Huron. First pub November 19 last December.
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Daniel J. Rooks
G. W. Longstaff
City of
Huron
County of
Beadle
Grorce W. Lonastarr
Summons in Beadle County Court Case Richards v Huggins
Grace M. Richards plaintiff sues Edward Huggins in Fifth Judicial Circuit Beadle County South Dakota. This summons dates November 6 1896 requires an answer within thirty days of service or plaintiff seeks relief in court. Dated Huron South Dakota November 6 1596. L. Kemp attorney.
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Qumencee
South Dakota
Fifth Judicial Circuit
Beadle County
Grace M. Richards
Edward Huggins
Beadie
Huron
L. ©. Kemp
Summons in the Hale Judson Case in South Dakota Court
John F. Jones sues Hale D. Judson and Josephine E. Judson in Circuit Court at Huron for 279 dollars and 50 cents with 12 percent interest plus costs. Respondents must answer within 30 days of service. date shown November 18, 1896. first publication December 10.
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Sout Dakota
Fifth Judicial Circuit
Beadle County
John F. Jones
Hale D. Judson
Josephine E. Judson
South Dakota
Keadle County
Huron
Joan L. Pye
Mortgage Foreclosure Notice for Huron Property
A mortgage held by H A Maxfield against Martha Atherton and H W Atherton in Beadle County South Dakota will be foreclosed by public sale January 16 1896 at 2 PM. Property includes Lots 24 and 25 in Block 3 First Railway Addition to Huron. Default on taxes and insurance noted. Attorney fees and costs listed. First publication December 3. Last publication January 1.
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Martha Atherton
H. W. Atherton
Beadle
South Dakota
H. A. Maxfield
Register of Deeds
Huron
Adie
Towit
City of
Mortgage Foreclosure Notice for Beadle County Property
Mortgage dated October ith 1800 by Charles and Adaline Babling to Hamilton Kerr later assigned to H A Maxfield. Secures taxes and sums to 501.12 with interest, taxes paid 46, attorney fees 10. Foreclosure sale set January 16, 1897 at 2 PM at the front door of the Beadle County Courthouse, Huron SD. Property: SE quarter of section 22, township 109, range 63 W. Dated December 1, 1596 at Huron SD.
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Charles Babling
Adaline Babling
Beadle
South Dakota
Hamilton Kerr
Mortagee
H. A Maxfield
Jeadle
Huron
S. D
Huron Waterworks Ordinance Regulating Takers and Fees
Huron South Dakota adopts an ordinance governing water takers and licensees. It sets rules for application, rates payable semi annually, penalties for late payment, and strict enforcement including water shutoffs. It details plumbing, service connections, testing, and hydrant use, with contractor and inspector access to premises.
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T Aaterworks
Huron
South Dakota
City of
Huron Waterworks
Iy Coune
Waterworks Department
Air House
Saidity Council
Corporation Cock
Huron adopts waterworks ordinance with licenses and rents
The city council approves a comprehensive waterworks ordinance governing street work, hydrant placement, plumber licensing, bonds, and street restoration. It outlines penalties, and sets annual rents by business type, from barber shops to hotels and stables, with conditions for water use and reporting.
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Huron
City of
AEL
Akivenienewiurs
Keen Ee
Huron Ordinance Requires Back Water Traps on Sewers
City ordinance dated December 4 1896 forbids drainage from cellars on Dakota Avenue and Third Street to connect to the main sewer without a Barrett back water trap. Violations incur ten dollar daily fines and potential disconnection of sewer service.
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City OF Huron
Dakota Avenue
First Street
Fifth Street
Third Street
Kansas Street
Illinois Street
Palace
Y Aearo
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Hemingway
National Bank
South
Great Jim River
Frederick Ee E. Richards
H. A. Maxfrep
Mortzgagee
L. C. Kemp
Assouaey
L. C. Kent
Beadless
Mathew R. Adams
George A. Fessenden
Fifth P.M
Dakota Huronite
F. E Grant
Joserh H. Alexander
Eeer
Saewe
Sete Ee
Hurcuinton
Pierce C. Bent
G. S. Hurcurson
Prince O. Bunt
Huronite
New York Tribune
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