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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1889
Page
1
A fragmented legal nave advertises a weekly edition of a legal publication. Editors Shannon and Longstaff oversee a regional notice service offering subscriptions of one year or four months. It claims wide circulation in the territory and promotes its legal content as a premier Dakota medium.
Local reports from Aberdeen detail the death of seventeen year old Lottie Williams from an abortion alleged to have been performed by Dr Evans and E. J. Chalfant. The coroner's jury attributes death to improper use of abortion procedures and both men are under arrest awaiting trial as public pressure grows.
The Birmingham Courier editorial denounces President Harrison over southern race matters. It claims the colored race could force respect for their claims and asserts negroes should reject unnecessary offices and demand dignity from national leadership.
Secret officials said they would pursue land frauds and swamp land schemes with plan agents, naming those involved and focusing attention on pending petitions and other inquiries to uncover non tabby schemes.
Gov. Foster explains the bill’s provisions at length to the Indians. White Swan asks for more time to confer among themselves. Foster urges signing while Indians’ mood shifts from Saturday to a more favorable stance.
Senator and three paper officials were cited to appear before Judge Stewart to answer a contempt charge. The offense concerns editorials in the Republican reflecting on Judge Stewart's habeas corpus action releasing Deputy Secretary Wyatt who had been jailed for ten days by Judge Stone for defying a grand jury order to surrender the senate chamber key.
Jorge Cox, a Milwaukee road brakeman, died from injuries sustained last night. The funeral was held today at the residence of his sister Mrs. Ben Holt, and Cox was described as a young man of sterling qualities of mind and heart with many grieving friends.
Georg Cox, brakeman on the west bound freight train, fell beneath the cars at White Lake. The wheels cut off both legs and he was rushed to Mitchell for medical care where physicians deemed the injuries fatal and death was expected momentarily.
Col Morene.i July 1 Cal John Westdahl of Huron visits Mitchell for a one day stay to officially certify the uniformed rank of Knight of Pythias before a forthcoming trip in Sioux Falls.
In Bosto, on July 13, William P. White an electric physician shot and killed his wife during a domestic scene and then killed himself. The incident follows a report of a weekly bank statement showing a reserve increase of $1,612,075 and legal tenders up $64,000 in New York.
Fragment mentions support in a fight or Fouries in Huron with a reference to a big capital wheel turning, suggesting ongoing activities or progress despite a distracting larger situation.
Supporters rally behind her as allies discuss strategy and resources for the forthcoming political contest. Key figures and groups signal unity while outlining goals and potential opposition.
The fragmentary item notes a race or event titled Honorite at Sunset Cox's Fourth with space themes hinted. No clear dates or participants are readable. The damaged text preserves a sense of a public writeup but lacks concrete details.
New York orator Cox delivered a striking address at Huron on the fourth. The speech, rich in instructive history, impressed Dakota readers and will be remembered as a notable moment in the territory’s past.
De Smet Leader reports the republic central committee endorsing a plan based on sales vote rather than total vote. G Gk Mathew delegates to Congress urges counties and towns to follow this approach, criticizing past Dakota conventions for overemphasizing overall tallies.
The Duluth Milbank Huron Chamberlain railway line is being advanced rapidly with all preparatory work underway for a vote on three percent aid. If the aid is approved the line will be built in Grant County. if refused no new roads will be constructed there.
The piece discusses a large gathering with 15 000 estimated attendees within the territory. It notes uncertainty about the exact turnout and questions the event's handling and impact.
A Fargo Republican item notes the original inventor of "Pigs in Clover" obtained a patent nine years ago but failed to advertise it. About six months ago someone applied for a patent for the same idea and faced an injunction. The original inventor can afford to leverage the knowledge gained to run his business.
Fergus Falls dispatch reports a four year old daughter of J Shutter was crushed by a mowing machine when she moved in front of it on Thursday. The incident adds to annual child injuries and deaths caused by careless mower or reaper use and neglect, underscoring a moral warning.
Interest in the art wells topic is spreading across leading state towns. A mass convention is being discussed in newspapers, and the Brown county commissioners have appointed an intelligent committee to exert effort on the matter.
Town faces July 23 vote during editorial convention to decide how to handle outstanding warrants and debt. Locals note residents’ funds have been spent and fear continued financial strain unless a decision restores town finances.
A reflective note emphasizes that citizens who have pursued liberal policies deserve broad prosperity and favorable outcomes. It frames prosperity as a shared goal tied to liberal approaches and civic effort.
The article notes Huron as a converger in potential railroad lines. It suggests the town will share in any future convergence, given existing or planned lines and the nearby Roscoe Magnet. The piece emphasizes Huron's expectation to benefit from incoming rail traffic.
In Huron a notable address by Congressman Samuel S. Cox drew praise as the only Democrat of note to support admission and division from the start. Citizens greeted his remarks with enthusiasm, a testimonial to his bipartisan stance.
The Times notes a rural call to action urging prohibition in the territory. It argues residents are ready to strike now before breweries and cities expand, stressing enforcement and conscience alignment.
The issue of wafers dominates Dakota papers as artesian wells are urged as a drought remedy. The call seeks congressional action for at least two wells per congressional township where needed to increase moisture for the northwest wheat belt.
Note warns that the constitutional convention may overstep bounds in Sioux Falls. If delegates stay to the omnibus bill, approval by the president is likely. overreaching could jeopardize proclamation issuance after the election.
The Wessington Times reports the Mosher family leaving for Huron. A. Mosher has been a prominent town figure since its founding, contributing greatly to local development and happiness. his departure is deeply felt by the community.
After persistent urging by friends, Judge Gifford is presented as a Republican congressional candidate at the state convention. Supporters claim he is free from factional combinations and should be judged on his merits alone by New York Republicans.
The report notes that odds favor the Huron and the Iroquois chief in the feria contest, with expectations of a settled outcome.
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