Huron plans Independence Day celebration and drill prize
A proposal asks Huron to celebrate National Independence Day by raising a $200 prize for the best company drilling. Competing firms from DeSmet Brookings Redfield Blunt Aberdeen Mitchell would join our Co C to form seven regimental companies. The winning unit would receive funds to buy dress uniforms for the encampment, drawing a large crowd. If not suitable, a different nomination is offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huron
DeSmet
Brookings
Redfield
Blunt
Aberdeen
Mitchell
2D Regiment
Predictions of Severe Storms and Doomsday in 1887
The excerpt warns that storms in 1886 will be more destructive than 1885 and foresees greater upheavals in 1887. It speculates that penny-liners and so called scientists will cause more ruin in 1888. It urges Bryant's counsel and offers a stoic view of mortality with a biblical tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nature
Bryant
Railroad promises large line with deposits in New York
Secretary Harrison states guarantees for the road’s funding are deposited in New York. The line from Sank Center to the Dakota line will be graded in 1586, with a 90 mile length costing $10,000 per mile. It will be equipped with 6 coaches 40 box cars 40 flat cars 16 band cars and ten tanks and begin operation in 1887.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
Railroad Corporation
New York
Sank Center
Dakota Line
Rapid City trip planned for Knights of Pythias convention
Grand Chancellor George J. Love issues circular for the annual session meeting in Rapid City on June 15. Details include a Saturday departure from Sioux City, a Sunday stop at Hot Springs, a Monday run toward Rapid City, and a hoped for large turnout with wives joining. Fare to Buffalo Gap and back to about 27.66 dollars with reduced-rate travel options and a Pullman car, plus credential requirements for quick organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George J. Love
Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias of Dakota
Rapid City
Fremont, Elkhorn & Missouri Valley
Sioux City
Iowa
Buffalo Gap
Dakota
Missouri Valley
Grand Lodge
F. E. Ketchum
Baldwin
O. P. Helm
D. B. Jeffris
Charles B. Ambrose
Huron
Jane
Chamberlains Coke Cholera and Diarrama Remedy Ad
An advertisement claims Chamberlains Coke Cholera and Diarrama remedy is most reliable for bowel complaints. It is recommended guaranteed and sold by E B La Rue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. B. la Rue
Handsomery Surrey Honor For Brown Dray Gift
Huron Hook and Ladder No. 1 paraded to the Baptist parsonage on 5th Street at 8 pm to present Mr. and Mrs. Presler with a mahogany chamber suite as a token of esteem. Chief Dallas delivered a brief speech and the group departed in order, noting Mr. Presler’s admirable example in choosing companionship in life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Surrey
Huron Hook and Ladder Company No. 1
5Th Street
Brown
Baptist Parsonage
Presler
Dallas
Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy
An advertisement touts Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as guaranteed to work for bowel complaints. It emphasizes prompt action for sudden intestinal pains and urges purchase in Des Moines Iowa with three bottle sizes 25, 50 cents and one dollar sold by E B La Rue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Des Moins
Iowa
E. B. la Rue
DR. Sanford
New York
CITL
Vandalism at Cemetery Disrupts Henry Mills Grave
Reported theft of potted plants from Henry Mills's grave prompts concern over petty vandalism. The note adds a controversial remark on the perpetrators, then shifts to Judge Church's recent court movements with a Brookings term opening after a Watertown session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Mills
Judge Church
Watertown
Brookings
Second Dakota Division S of V encampment set for June
The Dakota Division 5 S of V has fifteen camps led by Col H Kerr with Frank S Jones and A W Cheney at Huron. The second annual encampment will be at Huron June 10 11 1886 with delegates J Burton Wood John W Wright and Charles H Alexander attending and entertained by Grant Camp. plus notices on brick quality and two medical ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Organization of
Sons of Veterans
Sons of Veterans of the
Dakota
S. of V
Col. H. Kerr
Frank S. Jones
A. W. Cheney
Huron
Harley
Grant Camp of
J. Burton Wood
John W. Wright
Charles H. Alexanander
Local notices and classifieds wrap up in brief items
Loan offer of 14000 at 10 percent with good security and annual interest paid in Huron no commission or extras apply to F F Smurs. A world renowned salve guarantees cure for skin ailments or money back at 25 cents a box from Geo A Fessenden. Caldwell Son offer house decorating services at Second and Kansas Streets. Stock for sale two yearling Schoot Horn cattle from Foster and Thompson four miles southeast of Huron. Fessenden’s offers prescription service day or night. N Nursery Co Letcher Dak advertises grafted trees and stock at low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huron
F. F. Smurs
Geo. A. Fessenden
Foster & Thompson
Notice of final proof filed for land claim at Huron Dakota
Land Office at Huron Dakota May 27 1586. William Maxon filed notice of intent to make final proof for his claim in section 14 township 1 range. Proof will be before the Register and Receiver at Huron July 14 1586. Witnesses Elmer E. Wilson Edward Grant Robert A. North and Wm S Cleemaree all of Huron. John S Mervartano Register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huron
Dakota
D. T
William Maxon H
Elmer E. Wilson
Edward Grant
Robert A. North
Wm. S. Cleemaree
Seadie County
John S. Mervartano
Notice of Final Proof by 4 Percent Settler in Huron South Dakota
May 27 1886 notice of intention to make final proof filed by William H Yones for land in section 10 township 108 range 62 at Huron D T with witnesses Elmer E Wilson Edward Grans Robert A North and Wm B Demaree all of Huron Bea rb nda BF Joan S McPantann register states application date July 14 1886 with description ee 1 and Hd 15879
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Huron
Dakota
Papes
Fiuron
D. T
Wiliam H. Yones
Elmer E. Wilson
Edward Grans
Robert A. North
Demaree
Bearb Nda
Joan
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National Teachers’ Association
Topeka
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Miss Cronk
Wisconsin
Miss Shober
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Chamberlains Coke
Gacw
Price Baking Powder CO
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Tere
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Bucklen
Caldwell & Son
Second
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Fessenden’s
Whitney
N. Nursery Co
Letcher, Dak
Territory OF Dakota
Beadle County
Joan Wenster
Ransom P. Wheever
Ransom P. Wheeler
Beadle
County of
Dakota Avenue
Third Street
Dakota Territory
Edward A. Morse
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N. D. Walling
Ainst
Samuel B. Loomis
U 8. Land Office
Charles A. van Horne
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DO-7
C. A. VanHornp
McFarlanp. Register
Fiery Judicial District
Aura Root
David A. Root
A. D
Epward A. Morse
P. O
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Dr.sanford
H. Brach
Gun & Locksmith
J. Barrie
Winona
Sanborn County, Dak
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DRAY
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Wisconsin St
Andrew C. Brown
Werxe
Troms
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Pres
J. A. Scoville
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Cashier
J. A. Kemp
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P. O. Bersett
American Investment 66
Emmetsburg
A. L. Onumssy
Branchese—Horon
L. T. Graves
New York City
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F. A. Huggins
Baxota
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Heid
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New Ulm
Minm
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