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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1906
Page
4
July 19 1906 notes show Watertown in dispute over where to place the public building as the state fair looms. Mitchell reports lid on gambling with mayor Branson ordering cessation. Mentions Riggs death by his own hand and South Dakota population projections for Aberdeen Huron and state growth.
The text states Crawford will not run against Gamble for the senate. It notes the state convention endorsed Gamble and Grover Cleveland has not endorsed Bryan. It suggests Cleveland might seek a historic finish as a last Democratic president.
When Wellman reaches the North Pole he will first “trust” it to quicken Americanization of the region. Alfred Beit, once London’s richest man, has died and once aimed to form a global gold trust to curb world gold production.
The attorney general declares a plan to trap the oil trust and also to ensnare independents, arguing that consumers may escape the trap set by oil producers if action is taken.
When the year’s improvements are well made and the grand total struck it will be found that Huron has made more substantial growth than in any like period of its history.
A fragmented excerpt discusses Major Pickler opposing party control in the Pierre district and the Sioux Falls Press attempting to dictate legislative nominees in Yankton County. The text hints at reform as empowering rank and file members against central influence.
The Sioux City Journal notes that the Cummins machine appears to have secured a majority of delegates to the state convention though some doubt remains about these early returns.
General W. H. H. Beadle finishes a memoir covering 37 years in South Dakota. The work reflects observations and experiences with philosophical reflections on events. The forthcoming volume of the State Historical Society collections at Pierre will exceed 100 pages.
The speaker argues that changing business methods now steer both large and small firms toward avoiding competition. He says a would be trust could form if possible, even if not legally creating one.
Rail expansion proceeds across the state but Huron sits outside projected routes. The city lies at the heart of the James Valley and could serve a vast territory yet other towns gain rail access and become wholesale distribution points.
The text argues independent dealers could profit if prices stay high and oil costs rise. It contrasts optimism about competition with the rising rate bill and oil prices, then reflects on Miss Ellison’s fate as a moral warning about a woman betrayed, robbed, and killed.
Hessian fly invades Washington wheat fields and causes severe damage. State Entomologist Melander urges burning all wheat fields to prevent further losses and protect future crops.
The piece notes gasoline production costs fall yet prices in the city climb to 18 cents a gallon at wholesale, up from 10 cents years ago. It implies large consumer costs subsidized by the public helping figures like John D. fund overseas summer travel.
Crop experts place South Dakota wheat yield at 50 million bushels signaling a potential record. Past six years show SD crops matching Iowa Wisconsin Illinois New York or Indiana. Iowa land sells high at 100 to 150 per acre while SD land brings 10 to 45 per acre drawing home seekers to the state.
Big Tim Sullivan of New York plans to leave Congress for an Albany position. He dislikes Congress, seeing Joe Cannon as dominant, finds Washington tame, and is labeled the next Tammany Hall boss. Once a newsboy and saloon keeper, he never drank or chewed despite earlier habits.
The article notes Mr. Bryan rejects being called a conservative Democrat, declaring he remains a radical. He says he would back free coinage of silver under 1896 conditions, but acknowledges changed circumstances require new issue settlements. He plans to discuss trusts tariffs railroads and labor upon returning to the United States.
A editorial critique on rising urban crime across major cities. It argues authorities fail to curb violence and notes murder appears routine in New York and Chicago, with even safer cities like Minneapolis challenged by crime. The piece contrasts upper class criminals and general lawlessness in business districts.
An editorial laments rising crime linked to wealth across urban centers. It argues moral decay, gambling leniency, and dangers to transients, claiming life in Chicago is perilous, comparable to wartime, and questions state spending and governance under different administrations.
The Sioux Falls Press zings Congressmen Burke and Martin calling their retirement a natural result of politics. It notes Burke and Martin won primaries over convention nominees and argues Gamble sided with them, claiming the insurgent success came from GOP divisions over a senate race.
The Pukwana Press attacks Charles Mix News for claiming Democrats are entified with current conditions. It argues for returning to poplisn days while contrasting Lee administration with later budgets showing improved prosperity, education, and state services and noting costs and growth.
The piece argues that if Bryan is nominated by the Democrats in 1908 he will win South Dakota, citing past voting patterns in 1906 and 1900, party shifts toward free silver then gold standard, and the Republican breaks with the old regime. It notes Bryan’s appeal and the state’s political realignment.
William Allen White reflects on two decades of political change in Kansas. He recalls old habits of loyalty, corruption, and impunity, noting how politicians once tolerated graft and misconduct. White laments shifts in morals and public conduct as the state’s political culture evolves.
An Cleveland banker argues that the Standard Oil trust is broken yet independents may not lower prices. He warns consumers may not see relief if independents maintain current pricing, challenging the view that breaking the trust benefits the public.
Frank J Cheney declares he is senior partner of F J Cheney Co based in Toledo Ohio and guarantees payment of a hundred dollars for each uncured catarrh case using Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notice sworn December 6 1886 before notary A W Gleason. The ad promotes internal cure and blood mucous action with testimonials, price 75 cents and mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
If you wish to borrow money or buy or sell a farm, calls on the RicHarps Trust Company are advised. The brief notice highlights lending and real estate services offered by this firm.
To buy, sell, insure or borrow money upon city or farm property see or write Bayard Beach, Houghton block.
An advertisement promises that applying Cole's Carboli salve in each nostril at night will clear the head by morning and cure catarrh and mucous membrane diseases. The product is advertised at 25 and 50 cents and sold by all druggists.
State Auditor J. F. Halladay spoke in Huron about across Dakota crops in good condition with no danger of failure. He noted corn recovering after a late cold spring, rapid harvest for small grains, rye and barley ready, and growing cultivated land. He referenced the Minneapolis and St. Louis railroad expansion through Watertown, Aberdeen to Leola, with towns along the line and sale of Chamberlain lots reaching $700. He predicted 1906 as a breaker year with large crops and rail extensions advancing Dakota prosperity.
The C and N Ry will run a special excursion from Huron to Watertown for Ringling Brow Circus on July 21. Departure from Huron is 6 30 p m with arrival in Watertown at 10 00 a m and return from Watertown 6 30 p m. Round trip fare 2 80 dollars. L H Jones agent.
Nickel Plate announces special summer tourist rates from Chicago to Canadian and English points. Tickets go on sale August 8. Round trips priced one fare plus 4.00 with a 30 day limit. one plus 2.00 for the round trip with teen day limit. Reservations or sleeping car berth details available by writing or calling John.
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