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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
4
A letter from Dan W. Surper to Beadle County voters discusses running for sheriff under state law. He asserts his eligibility, asks for votes and friendship, and notes tax-payer interests as a campaign focus. The message is dated June 9.
W D Lowe announces his bid for Beadle county sheriff subject to the June primaries. He asks for voters support and signs off with thanks.
A fragment notes intense dispute over the first ballot as the key battleground in an unspecified election. Readers see phrases suggesting strategic maneuvering and contested results, with no clear names or dates readable in the surviving text.
Kingsbury county selects five Kitt edge delegates for the Huron convention. Kingsbury was noted as an insurgent county in 1906.
N P Edward, the second territorial governor of Dakota, died Thursday afternoon at his Yankton home surrounded by family and loved ones.
Mr Crawford asks his assistant to assist C E Holmes a comic from Sioux Falls to help entertain South Dakota audiences during upcoming engagements.
Mr. Gamble complains that Senator Kittredge wields more influence when away from the senate than Gamble does while present.
In Charles Mix county voters elected a Taft Kittredge slate to the convention. The report notes twelve to mix as an insurgent member, reflecting intra party tensions.
Eleven delegates from Pen on County travel to meet the Huron Nation. The text notes Pen on County as an insurgent county in the historical record.
Fragmentary note indicates a preliminary phase in selecting candidates for a Huron convention with a shift toward a Kittredge faction. No dates or clear figures are provided. Further context remains unclear from the truncated text.
The Sully County Republican Committee endorsed Crawford for the Senate and to ignore the primary contest amid a reform drive, signaling a political split within party ranks.
Fragmentary notes indicate the Dakotan may address Hughes county topics but details are unclear. The text hints at libraries and persuasion themes without concrete facts.
Insurgents argue control of the Huron convention means little in the campaign and that the delegation to Chicago is undermined by this stance. The remarks reflect waning hopes and strategic recalibration amid ongoing political maneuvering.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference two candidates Ruggles and Dorah for the house and a senator race including a Tosman or Tbbin for the senate. Mentions a state effort and public sentiment about political contests.
Mr. Glass ends ties with the insurgents after Crawford’s organ in Huron backed Parker and Hall. He will no longer aid the group or try to salvage their efforts.
Canton banker Rudolph announces his bid for state treasurer challenging the incumbent. Rudolph pledges to channel all state funds into the treasury and run the office on a statewide platform.
The exchange accuses Senator Kitt Redge of hindering passage of Gamble’s bills. A sharp retort questions Redge’s influence in the United States senate and casts doubt on his effectiveness.
Mr. Crawford argues that if the stalwarts lose control of the April convention they will be defeated in June, while insurgents losing control would not affect their cause. He adds that if black is black white must be blue in his reasoning.
The insurgents seek to cast stalwarts as opposing Taft by tying approval of Taft resolutions to Crawford, but the charge rests on misrepresentation from start to finish.
The national Republican Party faction seeking to defeat Taft through buying delegates and straw contests warns that June passes and November arrives. It asserts no candidate can win by dishonest methods and stresses integrity in choosing the party's path.
A fragment notes that delegates were chosen unlawfully in violation of the primary law and that everyone has a right to protest. The item emphasizes civil rights and public dissent without detailing names or dates.
The Aberdeen American notes a March 10 1908 clash framed as a battle of common people against special interests. It warns against inflating the primaries’ significance as surpassing even the coming of Christ.
Ohio proves solid for Taft at the national convention as Senator Foraker’s opposition collapses after overwhelming Taft wins in recent primaries. Foraker’s position weakens, signaling trouble for his re nomination bid.
The Hudson Hudsonits praises Senator Kittredge, arguing his past record proves he has consistently served with ability, industry, integrity, and honor. It claims his public service stands as a monument, beyond challenge from enemies.
Chairman Cook notes Senator Kittredge delivered a rare Mitchell speech, praised for uniting Taft loyalists and spurring insurgents to endorse all days, effectively securing the state for Taft and allowing him to return to Washington after achieving his aim.
The text states deafness cannot be cured by local applications as they do not reach the ear's diseased portion. It claims only constitutional remedies can cure deafness, attributing it to inflammation of the Eustachian tube lining, causing rumbling sounds and imperfect hearing when inflamed or closed.
An uncertain editorial fragment discusses opposition to President Taft and support for taft’s successor by stalwart factions. It references Crawford, Kittredge, and Babollette with a Vermillion imprint, noting distrust of a circular and fraudulent premises. The piece hints at political maneuvering and factional loyalties.
The piece accuses Crawford of abuses by labeling Senator Kittredge unfit for office and attacking Burke and Martin as traitors to corporate interests. It questions Crawford's motives and asks voters why they should back him and whether Kittredge can gain Senate support, warning the Republican party faces danger if Crawford gains traction before the primaries.
State oil inspector Demgree convened the central committee and Commissioner Immigration Mclvaine called the roll as the oil inspector began proceedings.
The committee on resolutions fixed the amount of $2,000 levied on county taxpayers to cover the cost of selecting delegates to the Huron convention. The report was adopted after the resolutions committee report, with reform in Beadle county described as taxing taxpayers for delegate selection.
Extracted remarks recount the speaker's six years in Washington as a duty bound service to South Dakota. He notes starting work at 7 am and staying late, walking until blisters formed, and says his aim was to bring honor to the state as promised to Governor Herreid.
A fragment from the Argus-Leader discusses the deserted state house and a hat letter addressing the situation at the abridged issue. The text references speeches and a writer's view on the abandoned premises.
An unspecified speaker asserts that Cee 13 racford is a fine man, using a colloquial compliment pattern. The remark presents no further context or events to establish broader significance.
Minneapolis figure Hon. W. I. Nolan gave an inimitable lecture at the Elks hall on Tuesday evening. After the lecture the Huron Concert provided music and many attendees stayed for the Elks dancing party.
An old advertisement warns against relying on quick laxatives for stomach trouble. It touts Miona stomach tablets as providing relief after one or two doses, but suggests chronic cases require weeks of treatment before lasting cures.
A child and a manager were involved in a disorder tied to a ticket agent on Iapt Street in Chicago. Authorities reported the incident during a public transport interaction and are reviewing surveillance for details.
A reward offer appears for a person near 107 South Grange Avenue in Sioux Falls. The short notice discusses locating a foe and a connection to a communication from a ton, with unspecified details and directions.
Beadle county Democratic central committee condemns Republican push for March primaries claiming no substantial contest and unnecessary taxpayer expense. The group cites a state law provision allowing county committees to name delegates if two thirds agree there is no contest.
Thomas Patterson of 150 Minors Street Huron South Dakota died Tuesday evening February 18 after a three week illness starting with grip and followed by paralysis. Born January 10 1836 in Albany New York his family moved to Chemung Illinois then Polk City Iowa. He enlisted in 1863 in Company A 10th Iowa Infantry and later became hospital steward in the 49th A S Colored Regiment. He was married to Margaret Campbell of Dixon Illinois on March 18 1 and leaves a daughter Mrs J A Sedato the rest of the children were
If you wish to borrow money buy or sell a farm call on the Richards Trust Co for financing. The notice invites inquiries about farm loans and related services from potential borrowers and sellers seeking trusted banking support.
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