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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1899
Page
5
The report states Lieutenant Brunby aboard Dewey's flagship is dead. The dispatch notes his death on the ship with no further detail on the circumstances or causes.
The next national Republican convention will be held in Philadelphia. Supporters of Secretary of War Root consider him a potential vice presidential candidate.
The city of Boston selects a Republican mayor focusing on a prominent national issue, signaling a shift in local politics and policy priorities amid ongoing national debates.
The notice states that McKinley will be renominated in Philadelphia on June 19, 1900, and re elected on November 6.
President McKinley advises office holders to avoid participating in national conventions. The remark underscores a stance of neutrality by the administration amid political organizing. The comment signals tension between party activity and official duties.
Philadelphia and New York lines of influence jockey to secure host for the 1900 Republican Convention as party leaders discuss venues and support.
A fragmented sports brief hints at a local basketball game featuring teams and players, including Joe Davis. The readable text mentions scoring and a close contest, with no full details on teams or final score.
A fragmented OCR item appears with garbled text and unclear detail. It suggests a weekly publication or notice but lacks coherent facts, names, dates, or locations to form a concrete event.
A convention of the Pennsylvania Republican League is noted with Eganjna Gamble and the Speaker near by. The event occurs in St Paul as the party presses for unity. A reported vote count of 24 to for Walls is referenced, indicating a close result.
The House of Representatives based the currency bill on the Republican platform of 1896. The Senate will take up the bill at once.
The source notes Tom Null appears more a printer for populist newspapers than a litigant winner, implying his role centers on supplying printing rather than pursuing lawsuits. The remark underscores a populist press reliance on his services as a key operational support.
The Payne resolution requiring a change in representation at the national Republican convention was not presented to the committee during its December meeting.
Chairman Herreid of the Republican State Committee represents National Committeeman Kittridge at the committee meeting in Washington.
L. L. Lostutter of Iroquois announces candidacy for delegate to the national Republican convention from the 3rd circuit. He faces no opposition at home or abroad.
Cmpressman Gamble introduces micro bill to fix terms of a district court for South region. The measure specifies the court to be held at Yaok and sets scheduling details for term sessions. It outlines procedural steps and authority for local judicial administration.
Senator Petticrew has drawn the short straw in state senate committees and is just beginning to taste the fruits of his betrayal of the Republican Party of South Dakota.
Congressman Burke is appointed chairman of the committee on public lands. Gamble becomes chairman of the committee on expenditures in public buildings and also chairs the committee on Indian affairs, mines and mining.
The two South Dakota lawmakers on the Indian affairs committee face a public exchange as they defend their roles and explain what led them to be perceived as Benedict Arnolds in state politics.
Republican editors aim to mount Andy Lee as a senatorial candidate against Petti. The remark likens their wisdom to a man who set a stake to define the earth's motion, implying misplaced judgment.
The day sees bulls and bears clashing in a tense session as a market reaction begins. Public calm remains despite the unsettled trading, with banking and western financial hubs showing resilient liquidity and activity.
The article argues that stock market volatility matters little to common people who have ample food, activities, and clothing, enjoying prosperity despite Wall Street tremors. It emphasizes the era of broad economic comfort over market fluctuations.
The senator who once held balance of power through trading with Republicans and Democrats now has reduced influence. His venomous tongue once swayed policy but is unlikely to affect the present Congress.
Chairman Herreid acting for National Committeeman Kittridge endorses Henry Payne of Wisconsin plan to base national convention representation on presidential vote. Herreid states he speaks for the state Republicans in support of the proposal.
A fragmented snippet notes Pettigrew proposing a resolution about whether American forces saluted the Philippine republic. The text mentions a vote of 41 to 20 and references eulogizing insurgents and Pettigrew’s remarks and speeches.
The Yankton Gazette presents an eulogy for former editor Doane Robinson, noting his relocation from Yankton to Sioux Falls marks the end of his residence there and honoring his contributions to the paper.
The house Republican caucus plans to pass a major financial bill with full GOP backing and support from many Democrats. Opponents may voice concerns, but the measure is seen as meritorious and open, with its purpose widely understood.
The cattle trade shows no setback from the 1873 crime or coinage issues. Chicago beef cattle prices soar past all previous years. Despite coinage failures at 16 to 1, cattle raising continues, offering a finance lesson on precious metal ratios.
John Wanamaker of Philadelphia told the Industrial Commission that department stores are a natural product of fixed trade laws and improved capital, transport, and communication. He said big stores lower retail prices and trigger some retreat of small retailers, arguing the public interest outweighs retailer losses.
The article lists the yearly total money in circulation from 1879 to 1893, showing steady growth. On January 1 of each year the figures rise from 816 million in 1879 to 1.588 billion in 1892, indicating a long term expansion toward nearly two billion.
A 19th century report shows gold coin in circulation rising from 138 million in 1879 to 778 million by December 1899. It argues the gold standard contradicts free silver critiques and asserts the monetary system serves Wall Street interests.
The piece ridicules the belief that 1900 starts the twentieth century and cites Webster’s dictionary and authorities like the Royal Astronomical Society. It references La Follette, mockingly predicting his downfall after the next election and lampooning the idea with satire and regional politics.
The Plankinton Mail reports strong momentum for Wm T La Follette of Chamberlain to receive the reform fusion party nomination for governor next year. Pettigrew remains a candidate for the U S Senate. The piece notes La Follette’s potential leadership of reformers to defeat opponents. The Democrat reflects on farm life and urban strain, urging boys to stay with their fathers and the farm.
The Sioux Falls Press credits Watertown's W S Glass with a credible record in the legislature as an independent anti machine Republican last year. He held a commanding position in shaping policy and shares credit for attained results with others.
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