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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1901
Page
4
Sioux Falls hosts a farmers institute January 22 to 24 aligning with the state horticultural meeting. The State Teachers association in Yankton draws the largest attendance in state history. Robert J. Gamble of Yankton is favored to be the next South Dakota senator.
Government officials will survey Wind Cave in the Black Hills near Hot Springs to determine suitability for a national reservation. The move aims to preserve the area’s natural features and secure federal protection.
The midwinter session of the South Dakota Press Association will be held in Pierre as in legislative years on January 39 and 31.
The total internal revenue receipts for November totaled 25 344 285 dollars, up 888 851 dollars from November of last year, signaling improved revenue.
Congressman Gamble expresses firm faith in South Dakota Republicans and certainty of his selection as senator despite ongoing talk of potential rival coalitions.
Citizens of Andover announce a $1,000 bonus to any party who builds a $5,000 hotel in town claiming Andover is among the best hotel towns between Minneapolis and Aberdeen. The group emphasizes local potential and aims to attract developers.
The Northwestern has been laying a double track across Iowa and now plans a third track from Clinton to Chicago due to rising traffic. The move reflects growing freight and passenger demand boosting regional rail capacity.
The legislature will convene at Pierre on Tuesday January 8. The election for a senator to succeed Pettigrew will be held on Tuesday January 22 and both houses will meet in joint session the next day to canvass the vote and declare the result.
Ex-Congressman Pickler writes to the Aberdeen News urging three state measures codification of laws creation of a bureau of immigration and establishment of free state libraries. The Aberdeen News notes good prospects for reopening the Desipota factory, closed for some time, with plans to resume operations this winter as a dividend producing property.
Dr. A. Erlenmeyer reports that nervous people may sleep deeply without awareness and even healthy individuals can nap long without retaining impressions. The observation extends to patients with nervous disease who may wake after a full night’s sleep and recall nothing of it.
Minneapolis Journal dispatch reports Representative Burke secured approval for a new 45 star flag for the House of Representatives. The sergeant-at-arms removed the 38 star flag Burke objected to, replacing it with the larger one. Burke commented that South Dakota and other new states are represented now.
In an interview Warden Bowler states he expects to hold the penitentiary wardenship for two more years. The remark casts doubt on his abilities as a politician or businessman and challenges the public’s previous praise.
The Milwaukee railroad reports selling 300000 acres along its lines in South Dakota during the past year, with 25000 acres in Charles Mix County. The land was buyer supplied, with rail officials aiding sales to settle the country. A Sioux Falls Press dispatch from Huron claimed an inaugural in Huron, which the Huronite questions as false and unwise.
Mitchell reports a surge of hold ups with several attempts and at least one successful robbery. Notably N. J. Neilson, a leading resident, was waylaid within a block of his home and robbed of $250 before being bound and gagged. A night watchman, escorting a frightened barber recently attacked nearby, found Neilson and freed him.
Frank Walden Pettigrew, son of Senator Pettigrew, was seriously injured by an usher in a Kansas City theatre. He had just returned from South Africa and works for the government survey aiming to join a surveying corps in Arizona. After lighting a cigarette in the lobby he argued over smoking rules and was struck, breaking his right cheekbone and dislocating his jaw.
Congress consider opening twenty townships totaling about 50 000 acres in the Rosebud Indian agency including Gregory county lands. Proponents expect a rush for free homesteads as South Dakota farm property holds solid value and farming and grazing are seen as better money makers than urban business or professional life. The shift reverses old patterns with city dwellers seeking country opportunity and rural youth eyeing urban life less.
The piece argues for a brief legislature noting reforms for prompt action and cost savings. It cites Rapid City Journal reporting Senator Bennett and Black Hills lawmakers preferring a thirty day session to cut expenses and speed up work.
The Sioux Falls figure A B Kittredge refuses to run for the United States Senate despite strong political backing and assurances of a likely victory. He states he will adhere to his earlier resolution not to be a candidate at this time, valuing personal and political honor over the seat.
The article discusses opinions on consolidating state educational institutions. It suggests no definite truth about cost and emphasizes that outcomes depend on how the consolidated system is built and run, noting uncertainty about financial impact.
The De Smet News notes the speaker race tightening with several candidates but highlights Hon. A. W. Wilmarth of Huron as the most worthy. It cites his one session of experience and thorough knowledge of duties, predicting a strong following and good odds to win.
In the Pierre contest Hon. James Somers of Grant county appears to hold the lead for speaker. Wilmarth, Beadle county figure, stands second but anti Huron capital forces fear he may influence a removal of the seat. The old capital feud is fading but not finished.
Frank Kelley reports rabbits peeling bark from apple trees in Woonsocket. He smeared the trunks with axle grease to deter pests, claiming initial success.
Sioux City Tribune urges South Dakota readers to study Public Examiner Maris Taylor’s report praising her honesty and courage. It argues the state may never again see an examiner as frank and principled.
Madison Sentinel notes the upcoming legislature may revisit the proposal to build a state house at Pierre and revive the capital removal issue as part of the next month’s agenda.
The Huron HuvRONITE backed Vermillion Republican argues in favor of restoring the office of Commissioner of Immigration. The editorial voices support for a sane continuity in federal governance and immigration oversight.
Pukwana Press warns readers to review the current path before making a change urging care in turning over a new leaf.
Public health pitch urging stronger health through Hood's Sarsaparilla. Claims rich pure blood, improved digestion, heightened appetite, and overall vigor. Encourages starting now to stay strong and well.
Excursion tickets at reduced rates are on sale to southern resorts including Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans Savannah El Paso for return passage any time before June 1 1901. Information on rates routes times etc available from any coupon ticket of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railway.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as universally famous for curing cuts burns boils sores and skin conditions with a guaranteed cure at 25 cents from Holland Wheeler.
Huron Roller Mes J W Kevtay and Son seek 500 bushels shelled corn. Call for current prices and terms at once. Local buyers listing prompt purchase and contact details.
Promotional copy touts Benson's Porous Plaster as superior for coughs colds chest diseases rheumatism neuralgia and kidney trouble. It claims wide acclaim from physicians and druggists and notes 55 top awards in official comparisons. Sold by druggists with prepaid postage on orders of 25 cents in the United States. Seabury Johnson Mfg. Chemists New York.
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