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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1895
Page
3
The Houronite and the State Journal merge and will send one copy to former State Journal patrons. Subscribers are asked to keep only one copy and report any duplication. Readers may adjust by visiting the office or sending a letter. Suaxyon & Lonastarr.
A blaze in Sioux Falls on New Year’s Day caused about 3000 in damage. Fire crews report the loss as a significant early-year incident. Local authorities investigate possible causes and insure coverage is arranged for firefighters.
The Groton Independent notes the death of Mrs J D Reeves, wife of Bro J D Reeves, on Christmas morning, extending sympathy to the family and the church community.
William J. Southwick, a Brown County pioneer, was thrown from his wagon on New Year’s Eve and died almost instantly. The Brown County state’s attorney’s salary has been cut from $1800 to $1200 annually.
A. L. Cobb of Yankton was elected president of the South Dakota Game and Fish Protection association at the organization’s annual Mitchell meeting.
B. H. Sullivan former surveyor-general and city resident is reported to have prospered at Cripple Creek, taking an interest in a gold mine and reportedly striking it rich.
Officials estimate over two million baskets of oranges were frozen into ice globes in Florida orange groves during the late cold snap, risking valuable crop losses and market impact.
C G Hartley of Miller former legislator and South Dakota lawyer relocates to Sioux Falls to continue his practice. J H Welch banker at Edgerton handles Henry Harding’s duties and county funds remain deposited in Welch's bank.
The Hand county election contests have been dismissed and Messrs Olson and Stroff populist candidates for treasurer and sheriff are allowed to enter upon their duties.
John Torgerson, agent for the John Paul Lumber Co. of Egan, is under arrest accused of embezzling 1200 dollars. He confessed and blamed his downfall on intoxicating liquor.
Mrs Castle of Callendar Island has qualified as justice of the peace after ballots showed her initials instead of her husband’s. She now writes J. P. after her name, signaling her official status.
Twenty former soldiers from Yankton County must show additional entitlement to pensions or have benefits reduced or cut off. The warning comes from the commissioner of pensions.
Veterinarian J. W. Elliott examined a herd of forty five ponies on the Sioux reservation and found all afflicted with glanders. Twenty four ponies from another herd were also shot to prevent spread.
Governor Nelson seeks to succeed Washburn as U S senator from Minnesota while Congressman Mc Cleary also aspires to the senatorship.
Gov S Eagle of Aberdeen says he will sue a dozen or more prominent residents for alleged conspiracy in abducting his wife and child, asserting a wrongful act tied to the case.
The question asks if President Cleveland will admit his Democratic Congress cannot resolve the currency issue, and then call an extra session and enlist Republicans to address the problem. This reflects partisan debate over currency policy and legislative timing.
The Hot Springs Star announces a suspension of daily publication due to hard times and will publish tri weekly and weekly editions. Editor Bro. Stanley expects to resume the daily Star in the spring and notes the paper is among the state’s best.
W A Thrall general passenger agent of the Chicago and Northwestern railway has resigned and will retire after more than forty years in railroading. His departure surprises the nationwide railroading community.
Hon. Frank Crane names Geo. H. Parker of Water town as deputy state superintendent. J. L. Lockhart retains Capt. Gipson of De Smet as assistant, with T. E. Blanchard of Mitchell and Richard Smith of Hand county named as the other two assistants.
The schedule lists farmers institutes on January 7 and 8 in Hurley, January 8 and 9 in Mission Hill, January 10 and 11 in Vermillion, January 15 and 16 in Howard, January 17 and 18 in Farnsworth, January 22 and 23 in Groton and Milbank, January 22 in Turton and Wheaton, January 24 to 26 in Britton, January 29 and 30 in Ashton, February 1 in Ipswich, February 2 and 3 in Eureka.
The January 3 issue of the Sioux Falls Argus Leader was written and edited entirely by the Woman's Benevolent Association of Sioux Falls. Proceeds totaled near four hundred dollars, all for the association treasury.
A man claiming to be an American Sunday School Union missionary, C M Peck, calls on readers of the New York Transcript to donate cast-off clothing for destitute South Dakota residents. He faces pushback noting the state's people can care for their own poor without outside aid.
The Sioux Falls Daily Press marks its twelve-year milestone as a leading northwest daily. Editor Caldwell is praised for tireless effort advancing South Dakota interests, and The Houronire extends best wishes for continued prosperity and blessings.
Brookings Pross Prof. R. F. Kerr and Prof. M. A. Robinson attended the South Dakota Educational Association gathering in Huron last week. They report good attendance and a very interesting meeting.
Twenty five relatives gathered with Elemer Sage and his wife for a Christmas dinner while J H Kelsey hosted a separate Christmas meal with forty guests and four turkeys in attendance.
Mr and Mrs J K Failing Supt Morton Miss Lora Dexheimer Miss Eva Parkey Miss Bridget Dunn Fred Strickling and Miss Addie Snoddy of Hand county were among educators enrolled at the Huron meeting last week.
At a Huron meeting of the South Dakota Educational Association Miss Kate Taubman was chosen president for the coming year. The body is the state’s leading educational organization and her selection recognizes her merit as a leading educator.
Watertown Public Opiniorg reports Mr. Roscoe Sharp arrived noon today after a Christmas visit to Pierre. En route home he froze his ears in Huron while walking from the hotel to the depot for an early morning train.
A Chicago detective linked to an attempted wreck on the west-bound passenger train has arrested William Metter. Metter, formerly employed by the company and discharged weeks ago, is now charged with the crime after what authorities describe as positive proof of his guilt.
In Union Signal Joseph Cooke argues against corrupt power as webs of greed. He calls for education and reform to uproot rulers, urging society to cleanse the nation and end slaughter and oppression.
The piece notes a shift from rare hog and sheep shipments to regular carload exports from the area. Farmers show optimism as hogs cattle and sheep consignments have grown in recent months, with buyers predicting more than a doubling of shipments next season.
A large number of Woodmen delegates favor attending a state convention at Hot Springs but decide to defer holding it in this city until conditions improve and railroad access is better. They are willing to travel to see the area, yet camp treasurers will not allow unnecessary expenses.
Fire alarm drew city forces to a house occupied by R Phillips agent for Winona Mill company at the corner of First and Nebraska. The blaze gained headway before firefighters arrived but they saved the structure. Furniture suffered water and fire damage and the building will need 300 to 400 dollars to be habitable again though insured. The fire is traced to a defective flue.
Weekly notice of unclaimed mail for week ending January 5 1894 includes Clow Henry W Riea A B Hathaway Mrs Hattie Koewell F A Ohlson Charley Sommer N A ise A P. Parties must claim by paying one cent and stating date of publication at the stamp window or letter will be mailed. J B Cocan P M.
A Movi MinT speaker argues that Britain’s rail and road networks are failing under private ownership. They urge government operation through a dedicated department, claiming railways are public arteries needing nationalization for public benefit.
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