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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1896
Page
4
The piece reflects on the 25 year history of the Huronite and its founder, praising the paper’s service and the editor’s role. It notes the transition as Mr. Longsteff takes over the entire property and wishes him success, while affirming faith in the publication’s mission and the public.
The editor of the Howard Press A. E. Chamberlain of Huron attempts to speak for Beadle county delegation and the Huronite on Mr Crane. The Hour d declares Chamberlain has no authority to speak for the delegation and is presumptuous in so doing.
The Watertown Public Opinion reports Major Picker leading the senatorial contest but warns the field may unite against him. The Hovronite urges delaying the senator election until after the republican legislature races are settled.
Engineer Baldwin remains confident in irrigation despite light showers last week. He insists irrigation systems will perform better and the reins of irrigation are sound.
Bro. Stacy Cochrane will lead a campaign effort to collect hats and funds, with duties focusing on aiding the event and handling collections for the reform group.
City authorities invite bids to sprinkle and clean the streets for the coming year in Sioux Falls. The notice serves as a timely prompt to local officials to act.
The welcome extends to wowders and friends visiting for a few days. The city offers hospitality and hopes the meeting yields peace, memories, and progress. The mayor gains access rights to all places with a secret password to aid attendees through the night. Welcome to all.
A legal clash pits Bill McKinley against Bill Wilson in a dispute over proposed legislation. The case centers on differing interpretations of the bill's language and its potential impact. Proceedings are expected to continue this week with filings and hearings.
A reflective note contrasts many possible paths with one correct route, urging decisive choice and focus amid life’s options. The piece emphasizes clarity, purpose, and the consequences of each chosen path.
The statement asserts that all public servants must be elected by citizens, contrasting this ideal with harsher reputations of Siberian confinement. The remark frames governance as a democratic right and critiques oppressive detention practices without detailing specific events or actors.
The South Dakota delegation traveling to St Louis has secured accommodation at the Planters hotel for the duration of their visit.
The Carthage News endorses Judge Gardner in his congressional bid, urging voters to support his candidacy and experience for the district.
In many local areas rail lines are washed out and need repair as communities plan recovery. Officials note the problem spans multiple counties and could slow commerce and travel until tracks are restored.
A reader asks to remember references to McKinley in June and November and Mack-in-there in March, noting mnemonic cadence across months for future recall.
Hon. E. T. Sheldon of Hand County files as a candidate for the auditor nomination, presenting himself for the county race.
A steady heavy rain delivered soft water, meeting the household’s wish for gentle precipitation to nourish the garden without damage. The rainfall pattern pleased residents seeking mild showers rather than harsh storms.
The Howard Press prints in full the Memorial Day address delivered by Dr. Shanafelt in the city, sharing his reflections and urged responses to national service and remembrance.
A South Dakota figure known as Jane appears at the front, bearing roses amid fields of green and thriving cattle. The scene highlights agricultural wealth and rural pride as the procession advances.
Lieutenant Governor Herreid has been chosen to serve as Grand Chancellor of the Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias in South Dakota. The decision elevates his leadership role within the fraternal order and reflects his political stature in the state.
Latest returns show Oregon shifting to Republican control as both congressmen are elected by slim majorities. Strong entities include Oregon and Republicans. Ballpark figures indicate narrow victory margins across districts.
Alexander H. McGoffey, famed school book author and educator, has died after a life spent in service to education. He molded countless students and transformed teaching with his writings and advocacy.
The Wilson tariff bill reduces duties on foreign wool by about 8,000 600 annually and imposes a sugar tax of 40 million dollars per year.
A provocative line argues that a people’s government should stamp on and spit on those who wield power not from necessity but from ability, criticizing rulers who flex authority for domination rather than responsibility.
A philosophical remark notes that each people has traits to honor and traits that cause embarrassment, reflecting on collective identity and self perception. The quote attributed to Bjornson contrasts nobility with humility within national character.
Bro. Bushfield of Miller Press aligns with Col. Jolley on the baseball issue. The move is aimed to bring Hand county into line with Jolley.
The statement asserts unlimited coinage of gold and silver as the best guard against fiat currency. It emphasizes the traditional money metals as a protection against monetary evils.
Reports from Chamberlain say former congressman Lucas plans a Senate candidacy challenging Major Pickler in the race. The move signals a major bid by Lucas from Chamberlain, widely noted in local political circles.
Senator Mitchell argues in Forum that suffrage rights must be exercised directly by the people rather than through intermediaries. He contends political and moral supremacy of the people is upheld only when individuals vote and participate personally.
The Hot Springs Star reports Col. Thornby of Far River county will be a Glucidate candidate for railroad commissioner from the district.
Readers ask when the United States Senate became Republican as discussions in The Argus Leader reflect questions about party alignment and recent actions by the Senate.
Fragmentary lines discuss Democratic positions on silver policy with mentions of ratios and economic theory, indicating a political debate. Readable phrases reference Kentucky context and a push toward a more radical or deeply rooted monetary stance.
A clipped, cryptic note discusses the gold standard and its perceived danger or evil. The writer suggests the policy fails to resonate with people and calls for clearer understanding of its risks.
Auditor Hipple returns from an extended visit to the Black Hits region and reports a boom there. He notes the area is almost unanimously in favor of Ringers as governor.
The Chamberlain Register reaches a milestone with Volume XVI, Number 1 due next issue. The Huronite expresses hope the Register may never say die, reflecting renewed confidence in its future.
The silver wing of the democratic party will be in control at the Chicago convention. Horace Boies will be nominated for president. Look out for a double header.
Yankton County backs Harry Wynn as a gubernatorial hopeful. The report notes Wynn’s name has a pleasant sound but questions his chances in the November election.
The Plankinton Mai published at the state reform school under Co. Ainsworth came this week handsomely striped in national colors in honor of Memorial Day.
The text states that Hon. Robert Gamble will likely be renominated by acclamation as no other candidate appears eager to run against him and his service is deemed good and proper to leave him in place.
Hon. Horace Boies of Iowa is invited to deliver the July Fourth address at Huron. If he accepts, he is expected to draw thousands who would otherwise go elsewhere.
A historical note places Dr McLouth among six men from South Dakota deemed most distinguished before 1896 as time, memory, and records sift names.
The Mellette Tribune appears on the Huron re table under the management of S. L. Sage formerly of this city. Bio Sage backs a fresh start and hopes for a successful run to become a happy winner.
A Bjornson quote on politics praising its noble potential to serve neighbors while acknowledging it often reveals national crudeness.
Citizens in Watertown urge a plain solid enduring monument to Governor Mellette and advocate broad public contributions to fund its erection inviting every man woman and child in the state to participate.
The speaker calls for any person whose name could weaken the Republican state ticket to step aside and allow Aberdeen to nominate a ticket of individual and collective strength from top to bottom.
Professor Hicks forecast heavy rain between June 31 and June 6 and locals see confirming signs. He warns a new storm period from the 7th to the 12th with substantial rain periods through the rest of the month, as reliance on his predictions grows.
The passage argues that imprisoning Indians endangers health, asserting tuberculosis thrives in closed walls while Indians are adapted to open air. It claims the confined respiratory system cannot fend off disease germs, making confinement a peril to all.
Fragmentary text discusses disease spreading through circulation blood skin and contagion. It muses on punishment by imprisonment and questions who should endure the pestilence and punishment.
The text presents a garbled, informal request with misspellings and unclear references. It contains no coherent news event or identifiable people, places, or organizations to summarize into a proper newspaper card.
A terse editorial notes a Wisconsin or Iowa ad campaign and references a decades old "Autobiography of Lord Timothy Dexter." It mentions a contributor raising funds with advertisements and questions whether honesty keeps readers from returning the item.
The Republican convention in Pennington County urged delegates for Judge Gardner in Congress and passed resolutions favoring free coinage of silver. It marks the first county in the state to adopt such resolutions and hints the silver issue could surface at the Aberdeen convention.
Bjorns Jerne Bjornson argues civilization remains in its apprenticeship as young authors strive for space by first ousting others. The idea applies to business and politics as well. The sharpest lift is when one rises by pulling up those below while pushing down rivals.
The excerpt argues that any work of art or craft must enhance power, courage, and happiness to be valuable. It questions whether literature or education serves its purpose if it does not improve life and ease the human condition for both creators and users.
A historical protest claims hotel and restaurant owners in St. Louis refused to feed lodge or care for negro delegates to the national Republican convention. It calls for swift action by the national committee and equality for all delegates regardless of race, urging Chicago as an alternative.
The fragment recalls last week’s reports of a state bankers meeting at Yankton backing the gold standard and cites the saying that "the Dutch have carried Holland" to stress financial stability.
The writer denounces mudslinging and vituperation as unprofitable in political battles. Personal attacks in campaigns harm more than they help the attacker, and internal party feuds lack any valid justification.
Sioux Falls Press argues South Dakota is far safer from cyclones than popular belief suggests. It cites century‑long government data showing Kansas and Illinois suffered far more twisters while the Dakotas recorded nine in total, comparable to Massachusetts despite much larger areas.
The Sioux City Journal notes a Detroit convention seeking to depoliticize tariffs as part of a broader critique of government business management. It cites May revenue figures under McKinley and Wilson laws to illustrate revenue changes and questions the democratic tariff as an eventual revenue reducer.
The article argues that under McKinley tariffs revenues rose, while under Wilson tariffs they fell, asserting the Democratic tariff policy harms government finances. It contends the tariff is a business matter affecting consumers, manufacturers, and workers, and predicts the figures will be central in the upcoming presidential campaign.
Watertown hosts the 13th annual G A R encampment with hearty hospitality for veterans their wives and daughters and the Sons of Veterans. City officials and attendees praised the welcome as Mayor Clutton Congressman Pickler and local leaders spoke during an evening program.
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