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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1889
Page
2
The Huronite praises South Dakota’s growth and the Honoware and Hospkere papers. It urges voters to support honest, clean journalism and to resist attempts to place unworthy leaders in public life, urging decency in public affairs.
The governor urges prompt relief without delay and the community to unite in aid. Private contributions exist but concerted effort is needed to aid the naked and starving. As President Harrison noted at Willard Hall, no time for speeches, start relief at once, perhaps from the Opera House this evening.
Ho G A Marsens arrived from the north meeting Govoc and returning to Brookings. He declined comment on the political situation, urged the people to decide, and said he may seek the Republican nomination while remaining an ally to serve out his term.
Hon Jo Kennzy becomes district attorney under federal appointment. Joseph prepares cigars as the ceremony or approval proceeds.
Swath described his journey and warned of a long road to Hades, though not yet reached, with mentions of Mitchell and a return trip. The message ends with a biblical style exhortation to repent as Huron lies ahead.
The fragment references the Pioneer Press discussing voting type and railway policy. It appears to contrast opinions among readers and notes the Australian style of voting. The text hints at political discussion without clear positions or outcomes.
Dispatches report that despite many cities raising funds for Conemaugh relief the homeless and afflicted remain far from aid. The brief notes widespread sympathy but ongoing hardship amid the disaster response.
Hon T McCoy announces on his own authority as a candidate for Congress. Charles is described as capable of influencing a restless congress and the public may seek him out.
The Yale boat crew plans a performance to improve stamina as the team faces wind challenges. A quoted line laments the lack of wind and beans amid mockery of the effort while a local Tribune references Conklin and a vetoed eye incident. Dr Collins of Mitchellville is named to Governor Mellett to replace Alloway as veterinary surgeon.
Col John L Jolly of Vermillion announces candidacy for president of the constitutional convention. He contours a reform platform and calls for unity among delegates while outlining his experience.
Pierre sends $100 and Colorado contributes $16,000 for Pennsylvania flood victims while the Brewers association orders a $10,000 donation. A Jacksonville fire destroys 600 buildings and many bodies may never be recovered. Mitchell hosts Dakota Knights Templar conclave with large attendance. Judge Moody mentioned in Mitchell. Hon John Cain visiting Black Hills. Indians hesitate to sign treaty at the agency.
In Mitchell last Sunday Sam Small preached about human nature and people’s tendency to hide their sins, reflecting on Adam and the fall. The remarks prompted local discussion about moral accountability and community values.
The text urges organizing Republican clubs in every voting precinct to promote statehood and a Republican state. It calls for elected officers, biweekly meetings, debate on measures, minority representation, prohibition, and party unity, ending with plans to elect officials and adjust indebtedness.
The Argus Leader credits Sioux Falls with being chosen as YMCA headquarters, noting it as a favorable field for service while acknowledging the paper’s optimistic view. Christian Chestnuts reports Aberdeen News analyzes the move as a compliment yet questions the impact.
W F Davis hosted a birthday celebration on Saturday for a big baby at his house with Dr Davies officiating. Weff accepts the child as a present while starting his 36th annual journey around the Ting the following Monday.
The brief notes Dakota joins in aiding Jonstown sufferers as the city discussion heats up. The piece suggests Dakota's readiness to act when needed and questions past hesitations.
The Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Dakota closed with a banquet and ball. Officers elected this morning include W D Stites Sioux Falls as grand commander, C B Tau aed Burnside Sioux Falls as grand junior grand warden, R W Knowlton Fargo as grand standard bearer, W J McMackin Terryville as grand sword bearer, A B Kitttridge Sioux Falls as grand warden, J F Schrader Rapid City as grand captain of the guard. The lodge voted $250 to the Johnstown Pa sufferers before adjournment.
The Dakota Sunday school convention met in Jamestown North Dakota on June 5 with about 75 delegates, mainly from South Dakota. Hon. Alfred Dickey gave the welcome, and the report stated 52 active county Sunday schools in the territory, 17 in North Dakota, with two new organizations formed in the past year in the South and thirteen in the North. A joint committee of three from both regions was named.
Minnesota and South Dakota legislators discuss supplying wells to all townships, funding by bonds, and locating the capital to reduce travel costs. Immigration to South Dakota surges, with 400,000 acres open for settlement under federal land laws and settlers arriving by rail, wagon, and on government land.
Dele gate G. A. Mathews of Brookings arrived from the south and stayed at Hotel Kennard. He met Aberdeen citizens and visitors who came for his car, with crowds growing as trains arrived and conversations spurred about a brief shopping stop in the city.
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