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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1887
Page
1
The notice sets advertising rates and schedules for Daily and Weekly editions. Rates are published for a six month period and one month option is noted, with details to be posted in the counting room.
The text argues for full local self rule and statehood rights in Dakota regions, urging unity to secure representation in Congress and faster admission to the Union. It condemns external interference and emphasizes taxpaying officials accountable to constituents, promising strong state institutions and constitutional fidelity. It also notes editorial views on Mr. Fuller’s involvement in county disputes and closes with a nod to the Wolspy Journal founder.
At City Hall Tuesday evening delegates including Hon. John A. Owen and Hon. A. Haines heard a call to prosecute admission to statehood. S.C. Nash summarized territorial evils, pressed revenue and education concerns, and urged unity for division to empower the Northwest. The gathering adopted a resolution urging the Governor and state legislature to reconvene soon and pursue admission with full support.
Editor letters discuss Chief Justice Tripp’s denial of a new trial and the Kolb case, arguing the Dakota Supreme Court must decide questions of law. The writer cites ongoing city litigation, corporate resistance, and potential magistrate changes as the case stalls awaiting higher court action.
The piece emphasizes the value of frequent public approval for editorial efforts toward progress and the public welfare. It notes the moral courage required to challenge wrongdoing and how reader support strengthens standpoints, while acknowledging editors face few benefits and many opponents.
The passage notes Corsi sizes in official scales fall short as critics express contempt for the office and its officials.
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