Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Dakota Huronite
The Huronite expresses holiday wishes to all readers and urges generous giving to the less fortunate as Beadle County enjoys prosperity. A grand jury dismissal follows two weeks of work, with one indictment against W L Miner thrown out by Judge Whiting who criticizes the charges and the state attorney. The piece critiques the Wilmarth administration and the tax burden.
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Huron
Beadle County
W. L. Miner
Whiting
Miner
Salem
Wilmarth
The Boy and the Handicap Examines Student Wealth Impact
Dean Henry Wright of Kale University presents statistics showing wealthier students cluster in luxury dorms while poorer students fill plain quarters. He argues wealth does not equal inspiration and cites Senator Dolliver on parental money reducing drive, praising hardworking Yale students over the lavishly housed.
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Henry Wright
Kale University
Senator Dolliver
Dean Wright
Yale
Kittredge Drives South Dakota Support for Taft
South Dakota backed Taft for the national convention with Kit Tredge seen as closer to the president and a leading force in launching Taft’s campaign. Despite critics claiming otherwise, Taft’s alignment silenced opposition as he urged the White House bid.
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South Dakota
Taft
Kittredge
United States
Roosevelt
White House
Kittredge Named Chairman of Inter Oceanic Canals
Senator Kittredge becomes chairman of the committee on inter oceanic canals an honor to South Dakota and a credit to his ability. The Panama canal project is the nation’s greatest work and his appointment should silence attacks by Governor Crawford and insurgents. Senate endorsement ends opponents political haranguing.
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Senator Kittredge
South Dakota
Kittredge
Panama Canal
Crawford
Senate of the
United States
Philo Hall Named to Public Lands and Mines Committees
Washington dispatch reports Congressman Philo Hall of South Dakota was appointed to the committee on public lands and the committee on mines and mining. Col Barker was named to the committees on Indian affairs and military affairs.
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Washington
Philo Hall
Congress
South Dakota
Public Lands
Mines and Mining
Col. Barker
Opposition to Fevin nomination cited by Gamble-Crawford clash
The passage notes internal debate over Mr. Fevin with praise for integrity and courage of convictions, while factional opposition arises from a belief the Gamble-Crawford camp will obstruct his nomination. The text indicates strongest resistance from an American faction opposing the nominee.
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Mr. Fevin
Gamble-Crawford
South Dakota Patronage Secret Agreement Controversy
Brookings Press questions Mr. Crawford about a so called secret compact among prominent Republicans including J. Dott R. J. Gamble W. H. Roddle who signed a written agreement on federal patronage. The piece ponders the morality of those involved and their public reputations.
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Crawford
J. Dott
R. J. Gamble
W. H. Roddle
South Dakota
Welcher
Brookings Press
Seasonal weather note uplifts spirits with mild Christmas
The article reflects on how mild weather disrupts traditional Christmas imagery yet brings unexpected joys. It contrasts snowy sleigh bells with gentle breezes and birds, suggesting healthful, pleasant times despite atypical December warmth.
Taft Returns Home From World Tour In Fine Health
Secretary Taft comes home safely after a global trip. He is in good health and high spirits and is greeted as he returns, with supporters ready to nominate him for the presidency.
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Taft
Senator Wggsey Opposes Corset Ban Pledge in Gubernatorial Race
The insurgent prohibition candidate for the Republican nomination would not be a strong candidate here if equal suffrage were accepted unless he pledges not to burn any more corsets.
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Wggsey
Taft Backed in Iowa and South Dakota Debate Delegation
In Iowa and South Dakota a group of local politicians seeks to block Taft aligned delegates. They hope to deny favorable Taft delegations by maneuvering within state party processes. The outcome hinges on intra party control and ballot tactics in each state.
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Iowa
Taft
South Dakota
Senate Removes La Follette From Frontline Duty
The republicans have left Senator La Follette to be handled by the democrats. Though he is a democrat in principle and a republican in name this move is deemed proper by party leaders.
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Republices
United States Senate
Senator la Follette
Huron Merchants Enjoy Strong Christmas Trade
Huron merchants report a thriving Christmas season with stable sales despite the Wall Street panic. South Dakota shoppers remained thrifty, and local merchants expressed gratitude for the robust business.
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Wall Street
South
Nebraskan’s Patriotism Shown Amid Candidate Question
The statement suggests Bryan will not depart the country if Democrats insist on him as their nominee again. It highlights Nebraskans’ strong patriotic sentiment influencing political identity.
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Bryan
Williams Leads On House Floor In Unusual Clash
Democratic whip John Sharp Williams reportedly engaged on the house floor with a brief fight ending in an adversary left with a badly damaged nose. The incident highlights heated parliamentary moments and political tension.
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John Sharp Williams
New York Republican Committee Declines Hughes Endorsement
The New York State Committee of Republicans refuses to endorse Hughes for the presidency, a decision that remains hard to explain and count.
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Republican State Committee of
New York
Hughes
Incomplete Note on Committee Involvement
Fragment mentions someone not being on a committee and hoping to join one, but the context is unclear and names or specifics are missing. The passage suggests a political or organizational setting with an implied pursuit of committee membership.
Eye is Not Necessarily ER in Senior Article
A readable segment notes that the eye condition may not require emergency room treatment for a senior. The brief highlights cautious evaluation by doctors and guidance on when to seek urgent care.
Uncertain T Loom Amid Secretary Absence
A garbled note references a secretary's absence and remarks by Senator Hittredge not returning home after Christmas. It mentions Aplemme being called to Yank morning due to the death of Mrs. C. L. Edwards, noting a second death in the family about eighteen years old.
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Senator. Hittredge
Aplemme
Yankmorning
C. L. Edwards
Christ as Vacation Extends For Two Weeks
The Christ as vacation will last two weeks and it is expected that the winter term will show a still larger attendance.
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Christ
Madison Students From Huron Return Home Sunday Morning
The balance of the Madison students including Huron Monte Appel George Blake Lloyd Bonesteel and Harley Whitman will come home Sunday morning. The report notes a final group arrival in the returning roster.
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Madison
Huron
Monte Appel
George Blake
Lloyd Bonesteel
Harley Whitman
Democrats seek new candidate to win in 1904
A Washington dispatch notes Democrats in the East urging Governor John A. Johnson of Minnesota as a presidential nominee. The Washington Post cites Johnson as a strong option but warns that with William Jennings Bryan dominant, Democrats fear defeat and may seek another man to lead to victory.
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St. Paul
Washington
John A. Johnson
East
Presiahlis Dent
Thereson
Washington Post
Johnson
Cai
John A
Minnesota
Miary Wiere
Bryan
Mr. Bryan
American Fleet Arrives in Port of Spain For Holiday Welcome
Port of Spain Trinidad hosts an American battleship flotilla anchored four miles offshore in four column formation. Crowds line the waterfront to view the ships while entertainment committees finalize plans for celebrations. Rear Admiral Evans meets Governor Sir Henry Moore Jackson as the Yankton tender arrives late.
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Port of Spain
Trinidad
Evans
Henry Moore Jackson
Yankton
Will Hold Their Crop In Pool At Jan 15
Milton Wis Dec 25 Directors of the tobacco department of the American Society of Equity decide all tobacco not sold by January 15 should be sized boxed and placed in a pool Minimum prices fixed Best grade 15 cents per pound medium grade 12 1/2 cents and poorest grades 10 cents S D Kump secretary says financing arranged for pools and aid for those unable to hold crops until sales Eau Claire to host state organization meeting January 14 to 16 inclusive
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Milton
Wis
Dee
Tobacco Department
American Society of Equity
S. D. Kump
The
Tobacco Society
Eau Claire
Grand Trunk Introduces Wide Pension Plan
The Grand Trunk railroad announces a nationwide pension system effective January 1 for all employees in the United States and Canada. A mandatory retirement age of sixty five applies, with fifteen years service guaranteeing a pension. The minimum pension is $200 with no maximum.
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Portland
Grand Trunk Railroad
United States
Canada
Fire on Steamer Minnesota Damages Vessel in Kobe Harbor
Kobe Japan December 25 A fire on board the American steamer Minnesota in Kobe harbor damaged the ship. Details incomplete as the report ends mid sentence with damage noted to the vessel and its equipment.
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Minnesota
Kobe
Japan
Mi o na Stomach Tablets Prove Superior Health Aid
An advertisement touts Mi o na stomach tablets as solving nervous debility headaches sleeplessness and melancholy by improving digestion. It claims the remedy strengthens the stomach and bowels and enhances nutrient delivery to organs, with a money back guarantee offered by C. H. Longstaff.
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Huron
C. H. Longstaff
The Ghost Fairy of Black Rock at Bijou Theater
The Bijou presents The Ghost Fairy of Black Rock with Snow Storm in the Grave Yard and The Cliff Climbers. Miss June Bovee performs Yankee Rose. Peter Carlson injured after wagon topple near Huron. internal injuries feared but improving. Fort city real estate notices from H. J. Ward.
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Black Rock
June Bovee
Peter Carlson
Huron
Carlson
Nebraska
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