Capital seat debate stirs Huronite and Graphic
In a heated exchange from February 1902 the Huronite questions if the capital can be moved to Mitchell Aberdeen or Watertown and argues for removing Pierre. The Graphic is urged to back a Brule County delegation for removal as a 1903 capital issue looms and citizens’ rights to vote on constitutional changes are defended.
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Mitchell
Aberdeen
Watertown
Huron
Kimall Graphic
The
Graphic
Pierre
Mitchell Thas
Hvronite
Brule County
The Howard Spirit on capital removal and state politics
The Howard Spirit opposes any move to remove the state capital but says no campaign exists this year. It predicts Republicans hold a 20,000 majority, with state officers likely to win second terms and Burke, Martin, and Kittredge facing limited opposition as the Senate seat remains secure.
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Burke
Martin
Kittredge
Senate
Rail routes face off as enemies in South Dakota
The Argus Leader argues both the Milwaukee and North Western railways harm public interest by private gain. It suggests Milwaukee is not less an enemy than North Western, noting Milwaukee may favor Sioux Falls yet Sioux Falls is only a small part of the state.
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Argus-Leader
North-Western
South Dakota
Milwaukee
Sioux Falls
Indian on Crow Creek Reservation urged to work on canal
Agent Chamberlain reports Crow Creek Indians destitute and needing government aid. The Houronaire advocates civilization through labor, proposing to employ able bodied Indians with spades and picks on building the Isthmian canal until its completion to settle the Indian question.
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Crow Creek Reservation
Agent Chamberlain
Houronaire
Isthmian Canal
Business Men's association meeting weighs St. Louis exhibit
Fifty-two counties, about one-fourth represented, gathered to gauge state sentiment on the St. Louis exposition exhibit. Delegates overwhelmingly favored state representation at St. Louis on a scale reflecting the state's wealth and grandeur, and supported ways to inaugurate the project.
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Business Men's Association
St. Louis
New York Chamber Urges State Aid for World’s Fair Building
The New York City Chamber of Commerce unanimously adopted and sent to the governor and the New York Legislature on February 6 resolutions requesting an appropriation. The funds would cover erection of a building and related facilities to ensure State of New York representation commensurate with its dignity and the scale of its commercial and industrial interests.
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Chamber of Commerce of
New York City
New York
State of
The Free Pass Challenge in Railroading
The piece argues that the free pass multiplies abuse and power for railroad agents, more dangerous than bribes due to its ability to forge ongoing relationships. It notes Carl Sherwood of Clark as a possible congressional candidate against Burke, with Sherwood expressing honorable but uncertain ambition to seek state representation.
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Carl Sherwood
Clark
Congress
Burke
Mr. Sherwood
Senate panel backs affidavits before any qualified officer
The senate committee on public buildings favorably reports a bill allowing affidavits proofs and oaths of all kinds to be made before any qualified officer in the land district. The current law restricts such affidavits to judicial officers in the county where the land lies.
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Senate Committee On Public Buildings
Salt Lake Polygamy Allegations to Congress
The Salt Lake ministerial alliance states polygamy is openly practiced and taught by Mormons. A report with positive proof will be sent to Congress hoping for action to suppress the unlawful practice.
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Ministerial Alliance of
Salt Lake
Congress
Armour editor shot. townsfolk donate to assailant
In Armour a man shot the editor of a local paper months ago. Citizens raised a hundred dollars for the shooter but gave nothing to the editor, prompting him to drown his sorrows with drink.
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Armour
Lead Plans Free Delivery Expansion
Lead will soon have the benefits of the free delivery system. Its postal receipts exceed $10,000 per annum, and those who are well informed say that it has a larger population than any city in the state.
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Lead
Tariff Reform Tied to Cuban Sugar Trust Move
The drive to remove tariffs on Cuban sugar is linked to the Haver Meyer sugar trust. If Congress enacts the measure, Cuban sugar planters would not be the main beneficiaries.
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Havermeyer Sugar Trust
Congress
Coal Prices Across Seas Raise Transportation Gripes
Pennsylvania anthracite is shipped to Germany at $5.50 a ton while Huron sells it for $10.50, a gap blamed on transportation firms. The caller questions if this disparity is fair.
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Pennsylvania
Germany
Huron
Presbyterian Church Rejects Hell for Infants in Death
The Presbyterian church declares infants are not condemned to hell after death. This teaching offers comfort to families with children who died in infancy, aligning with long standing beliefs about infant grace and salvation.
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The
Presbyterian Church
Business Men's Convention backs St Louis exhibit
The convention's decision to mount an exhibit at St Louis receives broad approval across the state. Delegates from over regions foresee benefits for commerce and regional pride as plans move forward.
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Business Men’s Convention
St. Louis
Cuba’s Possible U S Obligations Hinted by Huron ITE
The Huron-ITE muses Cuba may bear obligations to the United States amid frequent talk on U S duties toward Cuba. The remark suggests potential reciprocal ties between the two nations.
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Cuba
United States
Huron Friends Celebrate Judge Campbell Appointment
Huron residents greet the appointment of Judge Campbell with smiles and support. Local officials praise his qualifications and service record as they confirm the historic selection for the bench.
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Campbell
A Spanish Count Cured of La Grippe by Peruna
An advertisement extols Peruna as a cure for la grippe and catarrh with a Philadelphia testimonial from Henry Distin. It asserts early use shortens illness and promises lasting relief, urging readers to contact Dr. Hartman in Columbus, Ohio for free advice.
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Segundo de Ovies
Louis Ne Ovies
John Quincy Adams
Florida
United States
Spain
Orietto
Perura Medicine Co
Columbus
Ohio
Peruna Medicine Co
Julian Segundo
Conde DE Ovies
Henry Distin
Henry Distin Manufacturing Co
South Ninth Street
Philadelphia
Hartman
Appointment of President to Spanish Board of War Claims
The President named a member to serve on the Spanish board of war claims, marking a formal appointment to oversee claims related to war service. The move signals ongoing administrative handling of veterans or legacy disputes under U S supervision.
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Spanish Board of War Claims
Death of Fort Pierre woman mourned by Hon. Donahue
Friends of Hon. Joseph Donahue mourn the death of his wife in Fort Pierre Friday last.
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Joseph Donahue
Fort Pierre
White Lake Wave backs repeal of capital and new pledged legislature
The White Lake Wave calls for removing the capital and electing a legislature committed to resubmitting the issue.
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White Lake
Blizzard Halts Traffic and Commerce in Pennsylvania
A fierce blizzard hit Pennsylvania on the 9th causing widespread suspension of traffic and business. Local authorities urged caution as snow and wind disrupted transit, halted deliveries, and closed offices and schools.
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Pennsylvania
Washington Governor Targets Railroad Lobby Deftly
The governor presses a hard line against railroad interests, while Aberdeen News opposes funding a St. Louis exhibit, signaling wary fiscal and political moves shaping regional policy.
Bonded Indebtedness of Sioux Falls Stated at 321000
Sioux Falls reports a bonded indebtedness totaling 321000 dollars. The figure reflects long term municipal borrowing. Officials cite authorized projects funded by this debt and plan related repayments over the coming years.
Printing the New Code in Pierre Register
The first copy for the new code has been received from the code commission. It is the code of civil procedure and consists of 880 sections. The old code of civil procedure consisted of 798 sections.
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Code Commission
Embryo merger rumors ripple across nation
Sioux Falls Press reports a Chicago rumor of a large railroad merger involving Union Pacific Chicago and North Western Rock Island and Pacific Milwaukee and St Paul with a one billion dollar capitalization and aHill plan common securities company. The railroads deny the report.
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Sioux Falls Press
Chicago
Union Pacific
Chicago and North-Western
Rock Island and Pacific
Milwaukee and St. Paul
Representatives Seek Restoration of Yankton and Sisseton Agencies
South Dakota lawmakers push to restore Yankton and Sisseton Indian agencies to official status, arguing for legislative action. The agencies are criticized as useless to Indians but viewed as profitable government positions for politicians.
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Sioux Falls
South Dakota
Congress
Yankton
Sisseton
Interior Department
Legislative
On the Right Track Kimball Graphic headline
Opinion urges capital move talk now before elections and legislature. Press urges a public pulse through primaries, noting lawmakers lack mandate and constituents may be undecided. A broad canvass before campaigning begins could rally sentiment for a move to a more convenient location.
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Pierre
Deafness Cure Claims and Catarrh Remedy Ad
This 19th century style notice promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure claiming to cure most deafness caused by catarrh. It asserts deafness arises from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and offers a one hundred dollar prize for an uncured case, with circulars available and sale of Hall's Family Pills.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Dru Ts
Assembling Aging: Varied Timelines for Body Organs
The article argues that aging is not uniform and that organs age at different times. The brain peaks in size in the second decade while kidneys peak in the third, muscles skeleton and intestines in the fifth, and heart and lungs in the eighth decade. Overall size growth occurs earlier but does not reflect uniform aging.
Language quirks trigger cross accents and terms
An interchange highlights how Brits call an elevator a lift and a pie a tart while an American asks why Americans say elevator and pie. The dialogue appears in the Washington Star reflecting playful cross linguistic terms.
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International Inquiry
Washington Star
Henry and the Submarine Boat Plot Storms Readers
A playful exchange from the Philadelphia Record notes a sea novel where a terrible storm threatens a submarine ship. The dialogue highlights the tension as passengers fear the vessel may sink. The quip contrasts top and bottom in a comic twist.
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Philadelphia Record
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