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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1896
Page
4
A eulogy honors Arthur C. Mellette as a strong, honest, generous man with deep love for home and friends. The writer recalls seven years of shared effort, personal warmth, and public service, ending with gratitude for his honorable discharge and victory over hardship.
The Collegian states that students stayed neutral during a political storm and avoided harming education. It praises current instructors for harmony and urges politics to be kept out of schools, stressing that education should not be treated as a game of chance.
A concise regional observation praises Dakota lands for their superior flood resilience, noting the terrain and soil characteristics that confer stability during high water events. The remark underscores regional emphasis on flood preparedness and land use.
The line contrasts two men with similar roles, naming Mark as upright and Hanna as the right up man, implying a reallocation of leadership or status. The phrasing hints at a comparison of character or position within a group.
A quote underscores growing distrust in government and raises questions about the reliability of public institutions. Analysts warn the remark could fuel calls for transparency and reform across political institutions.
The depth of Memorial Day feeling grows as observers reflect on the fall of Comrade Mellette, shaping solemn remembrance and national sentiment amid the geopolitical shift.
Quote attributed to Oharies Dudley Warner stating that education policy should be guided by experts rather than political figures. The remark emphasizes technocratic control over schooling decisions.
The Carthage News asserts the mature age is 13 and announces volume 14 number one remains bright, signaling strong ongoing coverage and a positive outlook for readers.
The report charges Mark Hapa na with involvement in the St. Louis cyclone, illustrating the importance of protection.
Iowa reports 204000 farms valued at 1.088 billion dollars, with 83552 mortgaged totaling 138 million. Analysts say two strong corn crops with fair prices could erase the debt.
The Sioux Falls Press presents a bold report on a major disaster in St Louis. The article positions the Press as a top state daily known for strong coverage.
Clouds that have been long unused burst and release floods, breaking apart when they fill and release water, reminiscent of old sun-dried barrels unable to hold moisture.
Mr. N. B. Reed now has possession of the Woonsocket Times as editor and publisher. McClarren vacates the post to seek better opportunities elsewhere. Luck to both old and new.
Bishop O Gorman opened his address in Mitchell at the corn palace expressing surprise at the maize abundance and promising to acknowledge the corn. He warned Brother Caldwell to heed his laurels.
Col Jolley questions a Huronite remark praising his brave legs as a soldierly compliment. The piece notes it implied he kept his gun and recalls the grit needed in emergencies.
The passage argues imperfect people cannot craft a perfect government but can seek the best possible system. It elevates collective wisdom over individual or narrow majority insight, claiming majority wisdom surpasses that of any smaller group.
The Scotland Republican Citizen opines that a popular map and a likable candidate are insufficient and that F. G. Hale best fits the role as a steady and capable financier for governor.
Congratulations pour in from the newspaper brethren to Bro. Mayhew of the Letcher Blade on his Sanborn county win. The two men showed creditable strength and should unite in the common cause of the contest winner.
The Hot Springs Star reviews the Odd Fellows Grand Lodge banquet noting Hon. Harvey J. Rice delivered a speech described as one of the most interesting responses of the evening. The remark called it witty eloquent and pathetically moving with evident good humor.
Sioux City figure John Brennan replies to a county convention call with a concise frame. He voices that the coming campaign centers on national prosperity versus misery and hardship. He predicts the Republican party will settle the financial question after next March.
The data shows Iowa spans 55 000 square miles with about 35 000 000 acres of the land. Of this, census figures place over 31 000 000 acres on farms and 204 385 farms averaging 153 acres. More than 22 000 farms are 40 acres or less, three fourths are 160 acres or less, and only 1 300 exceed 646 acres. All but 5 000 000 acres are marked as improved, with over half cultivated and half of that corn ground.
The governor replaces Grattan with Wheaton amid accusations of dishonesty and incompetence. The writer calls for recovery of $150 from the deacon and condemns further humiliation by the governor.
At the Cleveland conference the distinguished divines from abroad were named to preach on the Sabbaths in local churches. Dr. W. H. Jordan of Sioux Falls and Dr. OC B. Clark of Huron are noted as genuine orators, though their chief claim lies in their Christian manhood underpinning their gifts.
A short editorial note from Sioux Falls Press voices hope for reduced turmoil at the agricultural college and university. It praises the silent wisdom guiding harmony and mentions Davenport French Peters as smiling supporters.
J. D. Rodgers of Britten Daylight exited a dispute over a misdirected letter, defending it as a natural error. He sought to rectify the mistake, criticizing attempts to tarnish character as costly and inappropriate.
Charles Dudley Warner in Harper's Magazine argues in Editor's Study that common school education in the United States should be managed by experts rather than politicians reformers or officials chosen by popular vote. He stresses professional oversight over public sentiment.
The piece questions prudent financiers who issue notes payable in gold and campaign for free coinage. It asks readers to watch those who push gold and silver values, noting all honest men as objects of scrutiny and labeling some as rogues.
Vermillion Republican profiles a grand reception for Mies Alice Hyde who won the state oratorical honors at Yankton. Speakers included Mayor Sweezy Col Jolley Rev R N Van Doren President Mauck Prof Robson Mies Hoffman and Miss Sloan. Mrs Hassell contributed a poem. Hyde, born in Clay County, is a niece of Will Miner of the Herald Democrat.
The Philadelphia Press remarks no decent republican paper joins the McKinley backlash arguing the HuRonite and Brookings Press show no public clamour. It says the Huronite previously preferred another candidate but shifted once South Dakota backed McKinley, urging Republicans to unite and avoid self-damage.
The passage argues that doing the right thing in political action requires wisdom and strength. It urges accepting inevitable outcomes with grace and submitting to majority decisions when joint action is needed. It adds that elections offer a chance to correct wrongs and that temporary defeats can be beneficial.
A reflection on American partisan politics notes that persistent correctness yields eventual success, even after repeated defeats. The passage argues that truth in policy endures, shaping outcomes over time. Read as a general political aphorism about perseverance and evidence.
A former Huron resident in Washington writes of early 1880s Huron prosperity and healthful times. He predicts renewed boom under Republican leadership, endorses McKinley and sound money, touts South Dakota figures in Congress, and hopes to visit Huron after McKinley’s nomination.
Dr. Updyke summarized Gov. Arthur Calvin Mellette's life, from his Indiana birth in 1842 to his death in Pittsburg, Kansas, May 25 at age 53. The account traces his Calvinist upbringing, law career in Muncie, state school reforms, political work, and move to Dakota then Watertown where he later became governor.
A sequence of events for commencement week includes a Baccalaureate sermon by Prof. Young on Sunday June 7 at 11 a m. a Sunday 8 p m sermon by Rev Geo H Cor nell of Sioux City for Christian Associations. June 8 8 p m graduates of Sub Freshman department. June 9 8 p m lecture by Bishop OGorman before a Literary Society in Tessas. June 10 10 a m senior graduating exercises 7 p m president’s reception and 9 p m Alumni banquet.
Poem speaks of heartfelt joy and peace overcoming war. It envisions a rising cadence that strengthens love and unity as marching columns fade. The piece frames the universal desire for harmony to reach the stars and drown martial noise.
The advertisement touts The Century Magazine for Jane as the finest monthly publication for youth, highlighting articles by Hon. James Bryce on South Africa and Dr. Albert Shaw on City Government in St. Louis, with J. B. Bishop noted for presidential campaign anecdotes.
The article argues that good health starts in the kitchen and that properly cooked foods aid digestion. It promotes the Digestive Cordial by Shakers of Mount Lebanon as a tastily effective digestion aid, priced at ten cents, and notes Laxol as a trusted laxative for children. It suggests asking a druggist to order these remedies if not in stock.
A notice about a weekly publication offering a one year subscription for 1.25 dollars. The item notes HMusoniTe and the New York Tribune as the publications involved, indicating pricing and access details.
The Pierre Daily Journal notes Haronite H J Rice will seek a seat in the state senate. The paper praises him as an able man and a good speaker and invites him to join their ranks in the coming winter.
Governor Sheldon arrived Saturday evening for a circus visit and stayed over. He plans to monitor spending closely after two prior trips where his funds were reportedly robbed.
The Haron Haronite celebrates artesian wells at $1 000 each available throughout the Jim valley promising a smiling garden whether it rains or not.
Announcement for the re nomination and re election of Wm Rogers as Beadle County auditor. The piece asserts Rogers is the most thorough official in South Dakota and will be renominated and reelected, urging voters to support him.
Hon F G Hole of Bon Homme county gains favorable notices from republican papers for governor. They praise his exemplary conduct as a business leader and urge the convention not to reject him, predicting he would make a steady and honest governor.
Remains conveyed from her home to St Martin's church for a Requiem Mass. A special 115 mile train provided by the O and NW railroad carried mourners to Gettysburg in three hours despite heavy rain. Hundreds gathered as a cortege of forty teams followed to the cemetery while Father Shea led the burial service.
List of unclaimed letters at the Huron South Dakota post office for the week ending May 30 1896 includes Crippen Frank Harvey Thos Grey Sarah Johnson Miss Lucy Reed Mrs Mary. Patrons must call at the stamp window to claim and must say advertised in the Huron ITE and provide the date of publication and pay one cent. J B Cogan Postmaster.
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