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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1884
Page
2
A brief notice states the weekly edition is published every Thursday. It mentions free months as part of a promotion or offer, with readable text indicating regular publication cadence and potential incentives.
The column surveys local improvement totals including Tur Inder’s $10 440 for Cavour, Parker’s $100 424 for 1883 with hopes to double in 1884, and notes Western vigor from Tur Vinton Eagle. It praises the Pierre Signal’s sixteen page holiday edition and critiques public notices and advertising habits across the territory. It cites Illinois supreme court drunkard definition and criticizes Aberdeen land office appointment opposition. It warns against weak publicity and lauds judicious use of printers ink.
The arrest of Shaw, Potter county official, on bribery charges involving Governor Ordway draws national notice. The piece critiques Governor Ordway’s denials and calls for a full, candid investigation, highlighting alleged manipulation and selective statements amid the Blunt trial context.
Pioneer's dispatch accusations are rebutted as the Shaw Gilchrist case ends with dismissal. Supporters rally for Gov Ordway and Shaw while Gilchrist is blamed by critics. The piece notes alleged malice, asserts Gilchrist’s integrity, and mentions Miss Minnie Gilchrist and A W Fairbanks.
A fierce fight in Congress blocks Charles T. McCoy for Aberdeen Land Office post amid claims of political duplicity and improper influence. Documents allege ties to fraudulent Douglas county bonds and forged warrants, with Hitt of Illinois leading opposition and Day and Easton associates cited in the probe.
Gov Ordway of Dakota prepares a reply to sworn charges that he took money for appointing County Commissioners. He says affidavits can be procured in Dakota for nine dollars a ream and blasts petition efforts to remove him as the work of the Yankton gang. He touts Territory gains under his administration including restored credit, bonds above par, and building projects.
The committee states wine and fermented liquors tempt drunkenness and have no place in the exhibition. They report eight samples from Rommel & Lobbe of Mo and two from Talcoma Vineyard, Napa, California, but offer no verdict on merits. Committee signatures include A. W. Sr. Joxx J. K. Guassrorp B. Hart Mas. Damos Mrs Forses.
Colonel F demonstrated a so called baby electric gun at a Royal United Service Institute lecture to officers and farm agents. The device appeared harmless but stored energy could fire 2,000 rounds via a concealed electric accumulator. Experts said such a weapon could revolutionize small arms manufacture.
Professor Law's tests show feeding value ratios for linseed meal with corn clover and oats. Linseed meal mixed with other feeds supports beef gains and milk production, with practical feeding rates of about two and a half pounds per day in two meals. Dr E L Sturdevant of Mass. praises linseed meal as a healthy cattle food despite possible mild excesses.
OCR shows a jumble of numbers including 17 247 82 12 500 60 800 00 6 885 00 162 870 09 nee 870 69. Reads like a partial balance sheet total or ledger entry with missing labels and dates.
The document outlines bids for a public works project including hydrants, valves, and piping with labor terms and bid rights reserved. It also announces a sheriff's sale of real estate in Beadle County tied to a judgment for Lindeke, Warner & Schurmeier against Ozro M Woodward & Co, detailing property, sale date, and terms.
The notice lists John A. Kartz filing for a homestead in Huron Dakota with claim number 3733. Witnesses named to prove residence and cultivation include Allan Wilson, Wallace Smith, and William Armstrong. Fisk & Whitmore, Attorneys, act as representatives.
Official notices record entries against Fred Peterson and Henry Dringenberg for noncompliance with timber-culture laws. Contestants are summoned to appear at the local office to present testimony on February as required. Attorneys listed include G. Barmstrong and Aplin.
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