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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1904
Page
6
South Dakota railroad ventures have often failed and the Forest City and Gettysburg line from Gettysburg to the river is the latest. Its checkered history inspired jokes as trains never ran regularly and the general manager allegedly served multiple roles on the railroad.
A 25 cent remedy promises relief from constipation and headache. Guaranteed by all druggists.
P A Edgerton filed a complaint alleging Neils Thomson is insane. Sheriff Kerr escorted Thomson to Huron where a board of insanity including Dr Alford Judge Kemp and City Attorney Fairbank found Thomson sane. Witnesses for Thomson testified he appeared normal, while Edgerton’s accusation relied on Alpena witness testimony. Thomson, married in 1882, has long resided on his farm near Huron, where his wife died earlier.
A late 19th or early 20th century ad proclaims Scott's Emulsion repairs thin and weak bodies. It targets chronic cases calling them walking sick and promises new flesh blood and nerve strength. The label image and price are noted with contact for free samples.
In July 1483 Thomson, described as a Dane who speaks poorly, is declared sane by the Board. The wrongly accused man is allowed to return to his farm Thursday evening to tend a large wintering stock and resume both home and farm duties.
The Hattie Pilcher trial remains the town’s main topic with postponements until her counsel returns. About twenty witnesses are expected to testify including Wilbur Quirk who was drugged and held up and now recuperating. An alleged attempt to spring Miss Pilcher from jail was reported with tracks and a rope found nearby. The preliminary hearing is anticipated within days as legal teams prepare.
Joe Daum proprietor of the Grand promises a first rate show season for Huron with only top acts. Walker Whiteside will appear in We are King on the 28th. he is renowned in theatrical circles. Seats are on sale at Longstaff's drug store.
The Madison meeting of the Horticultural Society honored Col. John H. King of Huron. Resolutions urge the next legislature to require every school district to plant at least three rows of forest trees around three sides of school houses.
State fair board met at Madison to decide on this year’s fair. Although views favored not holding it, they acknowledged Yankton residents’ anxiety and, in line with the former board, resolved to proceed with a fair on the regular dates in Yankton.
Funeral notices express the community's sympathy for a bereaved family after a death. The obituary notes a service to be held Tuesday at 1 o'clock and extends condolences from neighbors.
The Huron lodge No. 444 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks adopts resolutions mourning the death of Brother L. H. Atwater of Redfield S. D. It expresses irreparable loss and extends heartfelt sympathy to his family offering aid from the order. Dated Huron January 12, 1904 signed by Exalted Ruler A. Robinson and Secretary N. M. Wardall. Cole's Cough Cures advertised as a cure for croap bronchitis and throat and lung trouble claiming to remove the cause and heal the diseased membranes with druggist warranty.
A. T. Ireland of Woonsocket circulates among Huron businessmen seeking subscriptions of 75 to 150 dollars to send one or two Huron musicians to the St Louis exposition with the state band. The group may reach 45 pieces. practice starts early June with concerts planned across towns, and the band sails for St Louis mid June to mid July. Harry Manwaring named as a leading Huron candidate. Coal discoveries across Sully Brown and Faulk counties noted with prospects for profitability if developed.
A vintage ad claims rheumatism is a blood disease and external remedies fail. Cole's Bloodbilder is said to create new pure blood and strengthen the system, with a $1.00 bottle price and a guarantee.
The Epworth League of the Methodist church held a Friday supper at Grand Army hall from 5 30 to 8 00pm offering scalloped potatoes salads pickles biscuits beans and more. About 25 was cleared for electric lighting in the church funded by the league, benefiting all ages who enjoyed the meal.
J L Du Bois died at the home of H Wells at noon Saturday. An old soldier and Kilpatrick Post G A R member, he served in the 1st Minnesota Infantry and earned praise for bravery at Fair Oaks. He carried the colors through a Rebel line break. A pioneer settler near Huron, South Dakota, he leaves a son L S Du Bois and a daughter Mrs Frank Wakefield. Services will be held from the Congrega- tion.
A St Paul passenger train bound for the Twin Cities and Sioux Falls faced a wrecking attempt just beyond Brandon. A tree blocked the track and a loosened rail end was found, sparking an investigation by special officers who expect to arrest the culprit soon. The motive remains unknown.
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