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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1890
Page
2
The Huronite notes that near Dakota’s school lands no sale will occur as a lease law passes. It warns that reformers accuse some lawmakers of being influenced by La oripre and calls for retrenchment to drive the issue from politics.
W H Race is confirmed as postmaster at Faulkton, W T Havens at Webster, and R A Mills at Aberdeen in South Dakota. The appointments expand federal staffing in the region. The posts were approved following standard civil service procedures.
The first bill in the state senate was introduced by A B Kittredge. It provided for the funding of the outstanding indebtedness of the state of South Dakota.
Brainyixe the present month Henry Watterson will deliver twenty five lectures in northern and western states. Subject: "Money and Morals."
Readable fragments suggest women connected to the Bender case are Almira Griffith and Sarah E. Davis. The passage notes arrests in Wisconsin and mentions they were believed to be related to earlier suspects.
Tue Hvronire acknowledges receipt of an invitation to the inaugural ball to be held at The Locke in Pierre on the evening of the 16th.
The attorney general states that all liquor sales since South Dakota’s statehood were illegal and constitute misdemeanor offenses. Prohibition advocates may welcome the firm stance as a warning to sellers.
The father of the house Hon William Kelley of Pennsylvania died at his Washington residence on Thursday evening. Judge Kelley was a prominent figure in American politics and the senior member of the house with fifteen years in Congress.
Judge William D. Kelley of Pennsylvania died at 6 20 PM at his Washington home with Mrs Kelley daughter Mrs Hartiman son Wm D Kelley Jr and A B Kelley present Dr Stanton and secretary Werrick at his side He had been unconscious at the end Burial will be at Laurel Hill cemetery Philadelphia.
The legislature makes little progress with rules and officer elections as talk shifts to printing and redistricting. The senate elects a new clerk, and a postal move is made by the sergeant at arms. Attorney General Dollard warns liquor sellers since statehood face legal risk amid rising Mile Square land claims and three military companies stationed nearby.
The box of plug hats reached North Dakota victims in good condition and was followed by palm leaf fans a gross of fine tooth combs and a thousand hairpins.
The text notes Pierre’s railroads should run on schedule time to spare a special C N W train from Huron Monday evening. This would bring lawmakers to attend the legislature’s opening session on time. It argues for locating the capital at the state’s railroad hub.
Anonzo Warpatt presents a detailed address to Alliance Hail Assn members recounting 1889 insurance performance. He notes crop failures and drouth, payouts totaling 48500, 70000 rebates, no member lawsuits, and strong equity. Plans include expanding hail and fire business to Iowa Minnesota and other states.
An Aurora Colorado Standard note argues a strict South Dakota prohibition bill mirroring North Dakota would deter saloons from violating the law. It treats prohibition as constitutional and urges strong safeguards and penalties like other constitutional provisions.
The Congregational church Womans Missionary Society held a Sunday evening service in the church house. Mrs O M Daley presided and gave an address filled with facts, figures and encouragement for current church work. Mrs C C Durand read an engaging paper on The Spirit of Missions. The program was entertaining and instructive.
Gro W. Hopp and E. Saiter of Brookings Press bid readers farewell in the Jan 2 issue and turn office duties to successors Charles F. Allen and K A Holbrook. The Horonire wishes the outgoing editors prosperity and greets the new editors with welcome.
A hog weighing 900 pounds was slaughtered near Laurel Dei. The massive animal was heavier than one of the farmer's horses.
The Huron saloon scene remains open despite license expirations January 1 1890 with most operate without licenses. Attorney Sterling says no current law prosecutes sales or authorizes licenses. public opinion splits between prohibition advocates and saloon interests amid calls for vigorous enforcement once a prohibitory law exists.
A verse lyric by F. L. Stanton published in the Atlanta Constitution. The speaker laments longing for a loved one, describing empty rooms, lonesome woods, and mournful evenings as birds sing and violets bloom in memory. The mood is melancholy and hopeful for the beloved's return.
The cotillon remains highly popular in France due to its lively playful nature and social flirtation. English taste favors restraint and formality, making such playful dances less appealing and leading to a briefer, toned down version. The French delight in foolish grace contrasts with English reserve, while wealthier hostesses’ gifts heighten young ladies’ appreciation of cotillon gatherings.
A west ice resident owns a mimicking parrot with remarkable ability to imitate tones and phrases. The bird repeats a visitor’s arrival, causing comic confusion as the mistress misreads the uttered line and blushes at the admission.
A Fairfield river turtle famed for four inscriptions dates from 1847 when John R. Joy marked him with initials near the river. He reappeared in 1861 during the Civil War era with Benton Brown’s mark, again in 1868, and in 1889 after another inscription. Exhibited then released. the creature is beloved by river drivers.
Phillips Brooks related an amusing Dean Stanley anecdote about a note to a shoemaker. The clerk returned the missive claiming the handwriting hid a translation. The dean laughed that he could not be blamed for the handwriting of the entire British aristocracy.
An elderly man in a silk hat and tie notes how readers’ papers are folded differently and how those habits reflect character. He observes half folded, quarter folded, and full length styles, claiming refined readers handle pages methodically while others stuff them into wads.
Moussa Effendi Khouri, a Syrian native, says he has patented a method to produce silk without silkworms. He asserts he has perfected a bark and twig based silk, cheaper than worm-produced silk, and has filed patents in the East and Europe. The Turkish government reportedly supports his work.
Medical guidance on mixing lime water with milk for stomach intolerance. Rules for dosage stress at least one third lime water to milk and avoiding excessive portions. Recommends bicarbonate of soda as alternative antacid if milk curds form or vomiting occurs. Source Boston Herald.
The Philadelphia Record notes that women wear upper leather faster at home than outside due to house activities. It argues women’s shoes face more rubbing, stairs, and foot seating. It claims no women's shoe matches men's calf skin durability under hard use and laments women's fashion choices.
A brief note on an old Hallowe en practice where rustics foretold future spouses by stealing a small hair at midnight and casting it to the wind. The direction of the breeze was thought to reveal the future mate, a method Gay cites in his Pastoral works.
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