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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1884
Page
2
A Dakota Huronite excerpt discusses South Dakota unity on division, potential meeting sites, and editorial association formation. It notes Wespert Paris’s death in Boston, a court proof rule change by Commissioner McFarland, and Robert Lowry’s Washington trip with views on timber culture repeal and Sioux reservation opening.
The Hand County Press in Miller and the Frankfort Advocate argue for a wholesale hub in Central Dakota with Huron as the favored location. They say a single exclusive jobber with ample capital could supply dry goods and groceries, boosting local business while reducing capital tied up in multiple stocks and improving pricing.
The passage argues that while permanent blockades are unlikely, winter delays of weeks or longer may occur for years. It says capital is needed to prove profitable investment and that wholesale trade would greatly benefit Huron. Local citizens should take action, as this costs energy rather than money and would make public benefactors of those who push for a successful conclusion.
The February Art Amateur highlights portraits for oil painting resembling Miss Chamberlain, china painting subjects, embroidery covers, wood carving blossoms, and Valentine card figures. It also notes biographical notes on Ulysse Butin, rapid sketches by Kit Kat Club, Alma-Tadema house article, Cincinnati pottery, Montezuma notes, and Clarence Cook reviews. Trice 35 cents, $4 yearly from Montague Marks, 23 Union Square, New York.
The Huron Post Office shows record 1883 revenue of 11467.26 gross and 9225.26 net with 2594 registered letters, surpassing Sioux Falls and signaling growth. If land office mail joined, gross receipts would near 14000, boosting salary praise for Postmaster Cain.
The measure amends the timber culture act of March 13 1874 to grant patents for five acres of timber on a parcel of up to eighty acres after eight years of planting and proof by two witnesses. It limits one entry per person and details procedures for failed entries and land reentry with conditions and fees.
A Broad Ripple bridge collapse on the Monon route of the Indianapolis Air Line railroad killed six and burned the wreckage. The train fell through two bridge gaps into White River, with firefighters and wreckers retrieving bodies amid flames and chaos. The near-new engine and cars were heavily damaged. repair costs are estimated at $15,000.
At the Naval Academy a clash occurred when first class men forced fourth class Frank Meade Russell to stand on his head. Charles Curtis Craig of Illinois struck Cadet John W. Maxey of Texas with his skates. A free fight broke out wounding Harry Friedander of New York. Craig later resisted upperclassmen, prompting sergeant of marines to intervene and Capt. Ramsay to investigate.
The Cincinnati Price Current reports total wheat stocks at 175 million bushels plus 55 million in flour held by dealers, totaling 210 million bushels for the second half of the crop year. Domestic use is projected at 126 million, exports at 57 million, leaving a 27 million surplus, based on 120 million exported this year versus 148 million last year.
Washington Jan 30 Platts resolution to instruct the senate post office committee to probe the impact of Western Union contracts on press use has stirred circles. Western Union officials quickly sent copies to New York. The measure was laid over under new rules to be called up at the first opportunity. Debate may occur but passage is expected with little opposition.
Prof Sense of Nuremberg has secured an order for a bronze statue of President Garfield to be made by Happersberger of Munich. The over ten foot statue will show Garfield in civilian dress with war trophies and the American eagle on the pedestal. The star bears the word Garfield.
Washington reports a tariff bill aiming for a 20 percent rate cut to be introduced in the House next Monday. Democratic leaders delay earlier plans but reformers seek prompt action. Gen Singleton cites Chicago as favored for the Democratic convention though New York and Saratoga influence remain strong. Minnesota notes about 3,000,000 acres in the reservation and a Southern Kansas railroad contract in Indian Territory.
Colmans Rural World promotes itself as a leading weekly agricultural and live stock journal for farmers. It emphasizes broad farm business content and its accessibility with an annual price of one dollar. The publication is in its thirty seventh year, edited by Norman J. Colman from 600 Olive Street, St. Louis, Missouri.
Multiple notices from Beadle and Huron Dakota describe probate hearings for William Lee and Terri Oldridge estate admin in Beadle County. Included are public bids for building waterworks in Huron, with specifications for boilers pumps pipes hydrants and related work due February 20 1884. Also listed are land filings and timber culture abandonments with required appearances and proof deadlines in early 1884.
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