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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1888
Page
4
An OCR fragment notes a location at West Third Street with unclear context and a nearby figure or amount. The readable portion mentions a unit in the 900s range and a partial street number. Further details are illegible.
The city council enacts a ordinance regulating intoxicating liquor sales within Huron. It requires a 500 dollar license for sales and prohibits sales in quantities under five gallons. Violators face up to 100 dollars fine per offense. Ordinance passed December 1888 and published in Weekly Huronite.
The Huronite notes a December 20 1888 Thursday event with a picnic and bowery dance past Tao y Tur Dakota or Yather South Dakota weather remains. C E Bowe reports from California that men with limited capes lack incentive to migrate there. The Dakota democracy shows a grand opportunity this week and Springer's tune is expected to resume after holidays at Mitchell.
A historical note argues Dakota Democrats are earnest in pursuing aims to head off state division or union matters. The rhetoric emphasizes securing benefits by aligning with federal or regional outcomes and warns against schemes that could split or join forces with broader state structures.
The Dakota Horticultural Society holds its annual meeting at Mitch ell on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday the 18th 19th and 20th instant. Prof C A Keffer of the agricultural college serves as secretary. The gathering promises to be a very useful one.
The fragment urges moral certainty Dakota is alright in Washington. It warns only internal disagreement could hinder progress and questions if unity can move forward with solid purpose.
A dispatch from Ganton reports local reaction to the congressional democratic caucus action on Dakota’s admission. Most oppose delaying by tying Dakota to Washington Montana and New Mexico in a single bill, fearing complications and slower passage.
Fragmentary notice outlines a Tuk convention to be held in Mitchell on Thursday the 20th. It mentions representation for each county and a panel of about one hundred delegates, aiming to reflect the sentiments of South Dakota Democrats and to conduct a fair test of loyalty and party alignment.
A visitor, Mr. Dickey, came to discuss his visit but is understood to seek the governorship of Dakota territory. He is strongly endorsed by his home people to succeed Gov. Church. Dickey, a native of Indians and longtime Crawfordsville resident, is said to have a satisfactory talk with Gen. Harrison.
Leapixe Dakota democrats assure a large turnout at the Mitchell convention this Thursday. They foresee a pivotal gathering pushing for immediate admission of South Dakota and passage of the Platt bill. If Congress and the Senate act, Cleveland may sign the bill making South Dakota a state, a notable achievement for a Democratic administration.
Public Opinion argues Tur city cannot secure the capital prize of South Dakota without spending 75 000 to 100 000, favoring investments in manufacturing over a costly capital. Bismarck is cited for overreaching to attract the capital, with critics suggesting missed manufacturing gains and financial strain but noting local satisfaction with the civic battle.
The New York Press reports Governor Gray of Indiana will not permit the governor's reception room in the Indianapolis capitol to be used for the Mortons welcome tomorrow night. The paper headlines Gray as a boor and says he insults Vice President-elect Morton and his wife.
Vice President elect and Mrs Morton concluded their visit with General and Mrs Harrison in Indianapolis and departed for home at 11 35 AM by special train over the Bee line.
N E Reed sold 160 acres east of the city to Gen H G Wolfe for 9000 including dairy stock. Bloodgood to Fred Walker for 920, eight lots at Manitoba depot sold for 125 each, four Dakota options nearby. Faulkton notes report a lively lecture by Lt Gressey drawing praise and post Faulkton raised 40 dollars after a Grand Arts event.
Christmas for All. Never in the history of Huron have stocks of holiday goods reached such levels. J. Donaldson & Co at 833 Dakota Avenue shows a broad line of toys, novelties, dolls, and other Christmastide merchandise.
The speaker asserts the people act in earnest and in orderly sequence, avoiding fault finding to fulfill wishes. He praises Dakota as ideal for a two state future, claiming it is just beginning and will mature without any inferior stars on the American flag.
A Minneapolis Tribune writer lauds the Depot hotel at Huron Dakota run by Mr and Mrs H Kent. Guests receive weekly Sabbath invitations to services with seating reserved and escorted to church. The hospitable practice draws travelers and boosts patronage and profits.
N. E. Reed and family said goodbye to friends in Huron on Wednesday then left for Tacoma Washington where they will reside.
Mr. Bierty remains in Washington and says his purpose is to advance North Dakota toward statehood during the current session. He emphasizes his belief that statehood will benefit the region and the broader national framework.
Default on payment of mortgage debt secured by Emerson Filsber and Penney dated 1887 leads to foreclosure. Wm B Willard assigned mortgage now due 891.66 dollars with interest and costs. Sale to satisfy debt scheduled January 13 1888 at Beadle County Sheriff front door. Assignee’s attorney J B Snorenreer.
Public notice states Besoin Heanbrowson defaulted on a mortgage dated 1887 with Mary K. Blanchard as assignee. The mortgage covers land in Beadle County Dakota Territory, with seven hundred ninety dollars and fifty cents due. Foreclosure sale will occur under the power of sale at Beadle County courthouse.
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