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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1897
Page
4
The item lists political rumors and figures including Grover’s era nearing end, Washington trips, Colorado gold and silver totals, Perkins reelected in California, Allison declining cabinet service, Heath as McKinley aide, Dingley tariff timing, and Vanderbilts linked to a railroad claim syndicate.
Congressman Gambie wins $10000 for each Indian school in Chamberlain and Rapid City via amendment to the appropriation bill. Cuba reports claim insurgents deal a strong blow for liberty and boost their chances of victory.
Ninety creameries in South Dakota produced 288000 pounds of butter in two weeks, bringing in 38000 dollars in revenue.
Governor Leedy in his inaugural message praises Kansas for leading in education comfort and financial security, thanking heaven for the state’s ahead position.
Governor Bushnell agrees to appoint Mark Hanna to the United States Senate upon John Sherman’s resignation to become secretary of state. The move anticipates the vacancy created by Sherman leaving the Senate.
Mrs. Mary E. Hobart surprises Washington by announcing candidacy for the United States senate. She is described as a more vigorous speaker than Mrs. Laase, signaling a notable campaign challenge.
A historical quote recalls George Washington praising freedom under oppression, noting his anxious recollections, sympathetic feelings, and best wishes rise whenever he sees oppressed people in any country under the banner of liberty.
Dunn's Agency notes its January report shows weekly operations increasing, with a larger workforce than in six months. The report credits prudent management and reduced excitement for the gains as workers remain focused and reliable.
Vermilion dispatch dated January 14 reports the state supreme court decision that a tax deed neglected for three years grants the deed holder absolute ownership, with property seizure prevented except by purchase.
A. J. Keller, Fall River County senator and U S senate candidate, stood by his convictions and voted to put the capital question back to voters. He had no obligation or pledge to Huron but believed the people deserved to decide. The contrast with Pickler’s stance appears contemptible.
President Mauck asks the legislature for an annual appropriation of 26000 dollars, about 25 percent below prior funding levels.
John Sherman stated that McKinley era policy toward Cuba would differ little from Cleveland administration lines set by the president and his secretary of state.
For the first time since Illinois adopted its 1870 constitution the legislature authorizes borrowing to replenish the state treasury until the next tax installment is received.
Prices for windows on Pennsylvania Avenue Washington surge on inauguration day. Quotes show singles from 75 to 100 dollars, single rooms with two or three windows at 300 dollars, and suites with eight windows from 1000 to 5000 dollars.
Across Alabama Georgia Louisiana Nevada New Hampshire and South Carolina the presidential vote fell versus 1892 while Maine and Virginia saw small gains. Texas rose over 24 percent from 420000 to 545000, reflecting uneven statewide turnout.
A bill before Congress would authorize the secretary of state to offer Spain up to 200 million dollars to buy Cuba. A 10 thousand dollar appropriation would cover preliminary negotiations expenses.
General Coxey launches a new party with a lengthy declaration to the people of the United States denouncing Populist leaders for joining the Democratic organization and asserting that Republican prosperity cannot be achieved.
Experiments show corn stalk pith can yield a desirable animal feed. Feeding to mildh cows adds about 3.3 pounds per cow, and factories are willing to pay $250 per ton for the stalks. The Iowa dairyman long ago recognized corn stalks as cow feed.
The uncompleted white paper trust faltered after exposure during tariff taxation hearings before the Ways and Means Committee. Kansas City Star argues Chairman Dingley deserves praise for a tariff effort that promotes free open competition, calling the trust’s failure a healthy sign for enterprise and market fairness.
The senate defeat came not from Pierre lobby sagacity but from betrayed pledges by near Huron allies. Sanborn Turner Milver faced misrepresentation as local senators thwarted will, while Pickler's stance and deals influenced Beadle county representatives who were pledged to him.
The article notes major opposition to resubmitting the capital removal question with all votes against it in the senate. It predicts the issue will reemerge in the next two years as campaign rhetoric. It also covers the legislative appropriation bill and the push to limit a sixty day session to forty, with sectional debates on judicial circuits and new offices.
Controller of the Currency reports 29 South Dakota banks with loans and discounts totaling 2 893 835 and individual deposits 3 914 211 at year end. Average reserve now 47.66 percent, up from 40.02 in October. December 1895 reserves were 32.73 percent.
In Pierre this afternoon the legislature opened with a party line ballot for senator, Republicans voting 54 for Pickler while populists split among Kyle Loucks Plowman Goodykoontz Weeks Kellar Palmer Kirk. Populists later show shifting tallies with Kyle leading, Goodykoontz gaining on Goodykoontz.
Bryan electors appoint Capt. H. P. Lason as messenger to carry the electoral vote to Washington. Lason will cast four Bryan votes for president and two each for Watson and Sewall for vice president. Details cover copies, delivery, mileage pay, penalties, and congressional procedures.
The Ladies' Home Journal charges 4000 dollars for a full page ad. Moonsey's Magazine sold the last page in 1897 to four advertisers at 6000 dollars per quarter page for a total 24000 dollars. The Youth's Companion lists 3 dollars per week for a line and 45 dollars per inch. The note adds a reminder that further context follows.
The piece argues local ads overprice the average article and criticizes country merchants paying five cents a fine or ten cents per inch weekly. It contends many small merchants cannot afford to advertise, rent, or operate without ad revenue, labeling it a fundamental business handicap.
The Great Northern's rotary snow plow failed to reopen the Watertown to Huron segment. It pushed as far as Willow Lakes before giving up and retreating to milder regions. Residents fear the line may stay blocked until spring as manual tools remain the likely option.
Edwin S Cramp of the Philadelphia shipbuilding firm outlines openings for a Rockford Illinois factory to produce ship padding and cattle fodder from cornstalks. He expects more belts plants, paying farmers $2 per ton for stalks, and has contracts with American Spirits Manufacturing to feed cattle with the prepared substance.
Plague panic empties Bombay as about 900000 residents flee. Markets close, money lenders vanish, courts adjourn, and officials depart to healthier areas. Many doctors flee or refuse to treat. 800000 camp at Andheri amid water and sanitation shortages, risking cholera spread and overflowing cemeteries.
George C. Hammond, wealthy mine owner from the San Juan district in New Mexico, is missing after leaving Albuquerque on Christmas bound for Chicago to sell mining property. He carried several thousand dollars and valuable jewelry, and authorities fear foul play.
Judge Tipton in Broomington hears arguments on dissolving habeas corpus restraining Haney arrest. He overrules the motion to dissolve and will rule further on Haney’s arrest next week.
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a tonic that builds up the system by creating pure, rich blood, arguing that vigorous health resists contagion especially in cold weather. The copy claims pure blood underpins good health and positions the remedy as essential for maintaining health tone.
Article extols Pero-Na as a universal remedy for la grippe and after effects, claiming it shortens illness and prevents weakness. It cites Dr Hartman and offers a free 64 page book on climatic diseases from the Peruna Drug Manufacturing Company of Columbus, Ohio.
The article emphasizes selecting fresh, reliable seeds and recommends Ferry's Seeds of Detroit as the best option. It notes the value of D. M. Ferry & Co. guarantees of quality and freshness. It also highlights Perry's Seed Annual 1897 as essential reading, free to anyone who writes to the firm.
Descriptive passenger leaflets about a trip over Pennsylvania are available free upon request. Send to H. R. Dering A G P Agt 248 South Clark Street Chicago.
The Payton comedy company impressed a splendid audience Tuesday night in the opera house. Carrie Louis with Isaac Payton and a strong company promise more entertaining performances during their stay. The orchestra and band are a notable feature, delivering excellent music. Life Lights, a four act melodrama, will be presented this evening with assistance from Company K. The play, new to the west, first appeared in Boston last season and is praised as one of the best American plays. Admission 10c, 20c, 30c.
It is time to bind your 1896 magazines and the Huron bindery offers neat and cheap binding services.
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