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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1894
Page
4
Fragmentary note references a feature on a statue or man and mentions lifting Queen Lilli to a throne, implying a cultural or satirical piece in the Free Press New Years edition. No clear event, date, or identifiable persons beyond Queen Lilli and a generic New Year context.
The report states Judge Haney is recovering from a serious pneumonia attack. No additional details on treatment or prognosis are provided.
Attendees praised the late Educational Association gathering held at Parker as a grand success with broad approval from all participants.
A Spearfish neighborhood plans a water ditch with a $75,000 budget funded by a local syndicate. The project aims to improve irrigation and drainage for nearby properties.
Motivational message urging readers to strive for their best in the new year, urging effort and self-improvement.
The passage notes Vermillion growing with a new reading room and remains home to the Vermillion Republican. It mentions rumors of Mr. Cleveland possibly becoming an annexationist regarding Hawaii. It also reports F. J. Tracy of Ipswich mourns his wife, with statewide sympathy.
A historical note argues that ad valorem duties effectively require importers and customs officials to engage in swindling. The claim reflects a perspective on tariff collection and governance in trade, highlighting perceived incentives and ethical concerns.
A local report notes residents manually shovel snow from roads while predicting a quick thaw, leaving little utility for winter clearing in the southern area. The piece emphasizes a transient cold spell and community effort.
The text forecasts a strong crop year in the northwest and a significant setback for democracy in the upcoming fall. It casts the future as marked by agricultural bounty and political decline.
The speaker predicts a total permanent eclipse of the Democratic Party next November across the United States, asserting that periods of Republican prosperity provoke a Democratic administration victory. The remark frames political shifts as a cyclical reaction to party power.
A historical remark on national partnership between wealth and manhood, emphasizing fair treatment as a global standard.
Prof and Mrs Hood of the Huron schools were feted at the home of Dr and Mrs I J Taylor in Canton. The event was hosted by the Hoods’ son and daughter in law, celebrating the family in a holiday gathering.
Passage notes that farmers in the southeast area enjoy prosperity despite challenges. The speaker observes more activity in the southeast and asserts human nature reveals itself in everyday outcomes, indifferent to whether the fodder is green or not.
The article argues age limits for the United States Senate are not fixed at 35 and may be exceeded by past or contemporary figures. It notes that history shows individuals serving before turning 30 under various precedents, challenging strict age requirements.
The Sioux City Journal notes railroad men claim the government cannot run the railroads but argues railroads are unfit to run the government, framing the dispute as a warning about competence across sides.
The True Republican of Wessington Springs marks ten years of publication. It is praised as enduring under the bright leadership of Bro Blosser and hopes to last at least ninety more years.
The next state meeting of the Educational Association will be in Huron. The writer notes Professor Hood and Mrs Hood are blamed for the choice but concedes the convenience and promises a cordial welcome and good home for educators from across the state.
President Mauck of the State University and his wife mark ten years of marriage with a Vermillion gathering. Neighbors brought pots and pans and feasting to honor the couple. The family now includes five members, described as pleasant and handsome.
Observers note that most teachers attending a Parker meeting came from the northern region as far as Iroquois, where Dick Halla day resides, contradicting the expectation they would come from the southern districts.
Canadians argue that placing lumber on the free list will raise prices in Canada and not cheapen lumber in the United States. They claim this outcome supports the Democratic party goal.
Educators across the state spoke warmly of Governor Sheldon after his Parker address last Thursday evening. A leading educator called his presence a great advantage to the association, praising his all around citizenship and stature.
A Dakota writer, a longtime Aberdeen News contributor, says farmers who farm with the same care as eastern farmers are in good circumstances. He contends wheat alone isn’t the path to wealth and that diversified crops better indicate regional prosperity.
The argument against government operation cites that the government already controls a mail car on most passenger trains and places it after the engine in the most dangerous location. It notes postal clerks are exposed to wrecks and mail is damaged, urging laws to force railroad owners to operate honestly rather than nationalize the system.
A Sioux Falls Press correspondent from Mt. Vernon denounces irrigation arguing against it. The article counters that irrigation study in the state is just beginning and could yield a reliable solution, noting the artesian basin and eastern capital have driven major irrigation projects and that doubled or steadier yields entice investment.
The article argues irrigation will transform the state, comparing early irrigation opposition to that faced by railroads. It notes the Almighty provides means, and earnest men are working to implement a grand system. It asserts irrigation is here to stay and will take years to perfect.
The jury found Prendegast guilty of first degree murder in the assassination of Mayor Harri son of Chicago and fixed the penalty at death. The article argues insanity defenses vary by issue and cites a highly sane-seeming delusion case from Yankton asylum as evidence that mental illness can coexist with clear moral judgment.
In January 1894 St Nicholas opens with a Christmas tale then moves to India with Rudyard Kipling guiding a forest tale. A wolf family adopts a little man cub who faces the tiger Shere Khan and grows into a legend akin to Romulus and Remus. Kipling compels belief in his stories.
A letter from South Dakota Attorney General clarifies that section 17 of the 1893 session laws exempts every member of the South Dakota National Guard who holds a valid certificate from poll tax and jury duty for the year. The ruling also includes exemption from school poll tax when properly certified by the commanding officer.
Past Grand Master Harvey J. Rice from Huron attended the Masonic installation and banquet in the evening. Howard Press notes a call acknowledged by the paper.
The present administration touts its health stance yet critics doubt its impact on Gresham’s well being and Cleveland’s political tone.
Vermillion Republicans touts hogs corn wool timber and produce as a market driven region. It invites farmers to join a procession of skilled agriculturalists and profit from optimal growing conditions.
Mitchell Republican predicts a strong uptick in farm land investment in South Dakota within the next sixty days. The forecast notes the region may lead the revival after extended low mood and dull markets.
Howard Press notes the upcoming open senatorial contest as Pettigrew seeks reelection faces divided GOP sentiment. The Madison Sentinel opposes Pettigrew while the Sioux Falls Press hails him as the best candidate, signaling a clear intra party disagreement.
A Sioux Falls farmer argues that South Dakota farmers can make money by dairy and cattle. He notes Jersey cows yield milk for butter and predicts rising profits as his herd expands from eleven to twenty two cows by February. He says careful diversification makes it easy to cover expenses.
Horace Greeley recalls postwar effects of the second war with England as peace left the nation dotted with furnaces and factories driven by embargo. British fabrics flooded markets, producers failed, debt grew, and New England sheriff sales rose. Kentucky and New York faced severe financial distress and tariff debates surged in 1817.
The Terre Haute and Indianapolis road company declares a 3 percent semiannual dividend. The National Sheep Breeders' association holds its annual meeting in Canonsburg Pennsylvania on January 17. The Canadian Pacific Railway company declares a 2.5 percent semiannual dividend on common stock. The Indiana supreme court reverses a hanging sentence for McAfee and Parker. A sheriff takes possession of a Chicago toy and fancy goods store at 828 Monroe Street. A firm in the circuit court confesses about 74,000 dollars.
Louis Jan 8 report that the Tudor Iron works at East St. Louis is set to resume operations. Local officials expect renewed activity and potential employment impact.
Hon Charles F O Ferrall was inaugurated governor of Virginia Monday with grand pomp and ceremony in Rico Mono on January 8.
Judge John E. Bennett chief justice of South Dakota died in Pierre after a heart attack at his Clark home. A state funeral and large escort from Governor Sheldon to Knights Templar and Masonic groups followed the body to Clark. Bennett, born March 22 1832 in Genesee County New York, had a storied career in Illinois Arkansas and South Dakota and died at age 62 after a long public service career.
An old advertisement offers a one hundred dollar reward for a catarrh case cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It names F Kenney, West Truax, Walding Kinnan, and others in Toledo Ohio and claims the remedy acts on blood and mucous surfaces. The price is ten dollars per bottle with testimonials available.
The regular semi annual exam for clerk and carrier positions at the Huron South Dakota post office will be held at the post office building on Saturday February 10 1894. The Civil Service Commission states exams are open to all reputable citizens regardless of political affiliation and will be conducted impartially based on test performance.
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