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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1896
Page
4
A. D. McDonald discusses corn weather and Dakota butter while William McKinley’s supporters claim 633 votes on the first ballot. The Jim River valley’s business is booming and Marc Hanna emerges as a local leader.
J A Pickler plans a July Fourth appearance in Pierre to boost the campaign. A St Louis nominated ticket is expected to be elected in November, signaling a political push ahead of the general election.
Report indicates Fall River County may send a competing delegation. The potential clash centers on matchups between Marc Hanna and Ross Platt at any stage of the game, with no final schedule set.
South Dakota Republicans reaffirm support for the convention nominee chosen in St. Louis, signaling unity within the party and backing the national ticket ahead of the election cycle.
Marcus Hanna can buy a hotel in St. Louis and entertain the negro delegates at his own table.
The article notes Codington county questions a county fair and proposes Beadle county as an alternative. It also reports the Reed men breaking the color line at St. Louis and capturing about half of the southern delegates, indicating a political split at a national gathering.
The silver men warn they will leave the convention hall if the platform declares against the free coinage of silver. Their stance centers on monetary policy and reflects tensions within the gathering.
Dr. McLouth emphatically denies a report that he has become a populist and a candidate for governor. The denial clarifies his political stance and distances him from the rumored bid.
The Canton News urges voters to elect Judge Campbell to succeed Kyle in the United States Senate, framing Campbell as the preferred successor.
The department of agriculture estimates this year’s wheat area in South Dakota at 2,463,000 acres. This figure reflects planting scope and potential production prospects for the state’s grain sector.
The text notes ongoing wet weather depressing crop prospects in Beadle County. It mentions Platt and Hanna bluffing with Hanna holding four of a kind and ready to call. It adds that on Tuesday the 231st inst the Republicans will nominate their legislative and county ticket.
Candidates claiming an easy nomination in Aberdeen face caution as analysts warn momentum may be fragile and voter sentiment unsettled ahead of the party primary.
The people of Beadle county will be glad to know that combination may be put up even under the primary system.
Fall River county voters elected delegates to the Republican state convention who favored S. E Wilson as the party’s candidate for attorney general.
The Letcher Blade accuses Pickler and Pettigrew of stirring the silver sentiment within the South Dakota Republican ranks, outlining political fault lines and rivalries shaping the party’s stance.
Col. Lynch of Huron is reported to head a movement to send a Democratic delegation to Chicago in support of free silver.
A historical note reports that Black delegates are sheltered in St Louis but must ride freight elevators to access higher floors, highlighting segregated facilities and the era’s discriminatory practices.
Delegates arrive in St Louis to formalize the nomination of William McKinley as the next president of the United States in a ceremonial political gathering.
Warner Miller accused Chauncey Depew of being an exaggerated prevaricator. The remark reflects a sharp public rebuke amid political rhetoric.
The Wilson tariff bill reduces duties on foreign wool by about 8,000,900 dollars annually and imposes a sugar tax of 40,060,000 dollars per year.
The Beadle County voters are urged to back a legislative ticket that can win in November. The piece argues the county’s Republican base requires a proactive campaign and stresses that ticket personnel must have unquestionable character.
A declarative piece highlights the wealth found in South Dakota lands grasses cattle and dairies urging optimism about farm prosperity across the state.
Chauncey Depew aligns with the McKinley campaign and is set to sit with Uncle Mark Hanna aboard the line before the trip departs St Louis.
Sioux Falls populists endorse Melvin Grigsby for governor. Rival candidates should watch Grigsby who knows how to play a strong hand in the race.
The Connecticut and Maryland Democratic camps push for yellow medals while Col. Lynch, en route to both states, fails to arrive in time to influence the outcome.
Hon. J.S. Lawson of Aberdeen will deliver the Fourth of July speech in Big Stone. Citizens praised the choice, citing good judgment in selecting the speaker.
Chas F. Anderson of the state auditor’s office is described as conducting Bro. Mayhew’s campaign for a position on the state ticket, described as a lifelong friend and active ally.
Editor Mayhew visited the Huronite on a Wednesday for a pleasant call. He and Longstaff failed to agree on the auditor issue, though both men enjoyed the meeting.
W. W. Girton of Miner county, a prominent hopeful for state superintendent, has accepted a professorship at the state normal school in Madison, shifting his public race to a local academic post.
J. D. Reeves, editor of the Groton Independent, is booked to run for state senator from Brown county. Jim is all right anywhere and expected to shine in the state senate.
The text notes Grover Cleveland threatening to switch sides, drawing a parallel to Horace Greeley who fractured the Democrats by similar moves after failing to dismantle it by other means.
The Pierre Capital argues Judge Campbell would make an excellent United States senator as his political momentum grows and his support appears to roll smoothly forward.
The Sioux Falls post office appointment draws general satisfaction among opposing factions as does the action of the Huron convention. Everybody seems pleased.
The county Republican central committee asks voters at the May primaries on May 23 to decide whether the primary system for electing county officers should be continued. The measure seeks to retain or end the existing method.
Lawrence county delegates to the Aberdeen convention urge Kirk W. Phillips for state treasurer. Phillips is the presentable treasurer and his renomination is conceded.
Henry Watterson is portrayed as the model American, valuing the ordinary citizen over royal favor, with a steady interest in the humblest American across his public and personal life.
The recent week of rain ends crop failure concerns and signals an era of prosperity soon. Citizens are urged to prepare to take advantage of the forthcoming favorable period.
The Journal endorses erecting a monument to the late A. O. Mellette, first South Dakota governor, and suggests placing it at the state capitol. This editorial urges public support for the memorial.
W. W. Girton informs the Carthage News he will not seek the state superintendent post citing educator support for the renomination of Mr. Crane. The letter frames the decision as based on prevailing professional opinion.
Thomas Platt of New York follows Marcus Hanna of Ohio as campaign leader but will likely adjust after a heat or two and push through the race. The assessment notes Platt’s initial chafing before solidifying support.
John D. Heston, from Washington, will become president of the South Dakota agricultural college. He previously led the Pennsylvania agricultural college for 17 years and has led Washington’s agricultural college for the past two years. Hon. J O B Scobey aided in securing the appointment.
The money plank is the convention's real task with all sides urging a square handling. Neither side favors a straddle as acceptable to silver supporters nor to gold backers.
Rev. Father Maher of Mitchell delivered the baccalaureate sermon to the Mitchell high school graduates. Rev. Dr. Clark of this city heard the address and commends it highly as a patriotic speech noted by the Mitchell press.
Kingsbury County selects Halladay of the Iroquois Chief Bates of the Lake Preston Times and Sherwood of the De Smet News as delegates to the Aberdeen convention. The Kingsbury paper boys have a faculty of arriving when needed.
David Williams of Webster was elected as a member of the committee on resolutions from South Dakota and, before accepting the position, declared himself in favor of the present standard and opposed to free coinage of silver except by international agreement.
A noted North American Review writer and silver supporter argues that the worst outcome for silver advocates would be if the United States adopts free and unlimited coinage of silver joining the push for bimetalism as standard money.
Congressman Pickler will deliver the address at the old settler's picnic in Broadland township on June 191h. The event offers a grand chance for county candidates to entertain farmers as Pickler is expected to draw a crowd from across the county.
South Dakota Republicans await the St Louis convention platform. The nominee McKinley will be acceptable to all, but Republicans fear being obliged to support the candidate and reject the platform this year.
Ex Senator Warner Miller of New York stood firm against Ross Platt in the New York delegation contest. Though thwarted, his position remains precarious and the balance could shift before McKinley fills his cabinet.
All walk about combinations to control the nominations at Aberdeen is mere rot. Less than one half the delegates are selected who will certainly need consulting before a combination is made, besides forty counties out of fifty-one or two which will be represented at Aberdeen have candidates.
Rumors swirl as Codington county GOP members dispute backing for Glass for congress. Some factions push C. H. Myers to lead the county vote while Crane supporters sway part of the delegation toward renomination.
The Pierre papers back their townman Coe I Crawford while noting the vituperative campaign against Crawford’s congressional bid. The Huronite suggests such harsh tactics may hurt Crawford, who would not endorse this method anyway.
The St. Louis convention nears agreement on finance proclaiming honest money as the core. Republicans pledge protection and honest money as the 1896 battle cry, with McKinley favored and an expected overwhelming November victory.
The Horonire thanks the press for notices supporting Mr. Longstaff's bid for state auditor. It withholds republication out of modesty but appreciates the generous and earnest support from the brethren of the press.
The speaker pledges continued participation in the race and aims to justify all stated claims through honest official duty, emphasizing commitment to win and uphold integrity.
Beadle county Republicans are urged to carefully select the legislative ticket as the silver wing of the Democratic party and county populists unite to try to carry the county. Henry O. Hinckley of the city is their state senate candidate, and Republicans are advised to nominate a ticket that lacks united support to aid his campaign. Forewarned is forearmed. Avoid missteps in ticket selection.
The June 23 GOP primary in this county will test a two year old direct primary system. Officials warn strict adherence to rules to ensure an honest expression of Republican voters, while warning against cross party voting by populists and Democrats that could undermine the process before the November 31 polls.
The South Dakota delegation’s action to perfect their organization without Pettigrew mirrors the Huron convention agreement. The move shows partisan rivals controlled the delegation, likely driving internal strife for four years and weakening the party statewide.
In the Armour Tribune a columnist urges timely use of new X ray tech to aid the historian and warns the Democratic party may be endangered if not acted soon. The piece frames scientific tools as safeguards for scholarship and political accountability.
At the Shriner parade in Sioux Falls last Monday O. S. Gifford appeared perched on a lion’s cage. He seemed unfazed by the stunt and drew attention as a prospective South Dakota governor.
In the Pioneer Press the piece mocks Democrats and Populists pursuing fusion in South Dakota. It jokes on cost saving by sharing graves, reflecting hard times and political humor of the era.
A state ment notes that annual beer and ale sales rose from 8500000 dollars in 1876 to 36000000 dollars currently. The change is presented as evidence that prohibitionist efforts are boosting malt beverage consumption.
The piece notes Democrats claim tariffs are not an issue despite monthly deficits and bond issues, while a "lie well stuck to" is described as acceptable.
The piece argues the Republican party needs clean and able men for the next campaign. It asserts rumored combines will not win voter support and stresses that the party already holds strong material to place at the forefront.
The Iroquois Chief carries an endorsement of Harriet S. Grant as superintendent of Beadle County schools. The piece states she is qualified in every sense and would make a model superintendent if nominated and elected.
The Grand Army of Watertown encampment urges Judge Palmer as vice president of the national army. Friends across the state congratulate him and express hope he attains the role. He is regarded as one of the state’s most popular veterans.
Beadle county shows more candidates for office than any other county in the state. The Wessington Times prints twenty announcements and the Huronite carries many more. A large number of would be candidates remain quiet, but still exist.
The Hot Springs Star reports that if the state convention fails to nominate a Black Hills congressman, there will be a strong push for a U S senator from the region. Voters want representation now and will pursue a congressman nomination at the convention to secure a tangible outcome.
Ambitious Counties list thirty two of fifty two with delegates for the Aberdeen convention. Beadle Brown Brule Brookings Bon Homme Codington Custer Clay Denel Fall River Faulk Grant Davison Hand Hughes Lawrence Lincoln Edmunds Miner Minnehaha Pennington Sanborn Spink Turner Union Yankton total 389 delegates out of 605.
The Alexandria Herald notes that Aberdeen convention will expose factions bosses and time servers. Republicans will deemphasize dictation and focus on intelligence honesty and fitness as guiding principles with individual party members setting the doctrine at Huron and Aberdeen.
The fourth of March next marks expirations for thirty US senators. Fourteen Democrats thirteen Republicans and three Populists. Republicans likely to replace retiring members in Illinois New York Wisconsin Missouri Indiana Delaware Maryland and Indiana. Peffer of Kansas and Kyle of South Dakota retire with Republicans likely to win those seats. Jones of Nevada expected to be re-elected. Republicans to hold a Senate majority after March 4. The House outcome is not in doubt.
The Republican president will start his tenure with the legislative branch aligned with the executive, establishing a united governing front. This cooperation signals smoother policy rollout and early momentum for reform agendas.
South Dakota sees population gains this year with many arriving as farmers. Hundreds or thousands returning after the dreary period report no place like South Dakota. A steady stream settles in nearly every county as a big crop outlook spurs inland migration.
The Graphic notes it does not usually publish personal notices about its editor but acknowledges the many kind newspaper notices for its editor’s daughter. It expresses hopes she finds happiness and a life with a true and gallant companion.
The Canton Advocate praises Coe I Crawford while challenging state papers like the Sioux Valley News to prove grave charges of dishonesty. The editor insists Crawford’s record is open for inspection and calls opponents to publish proof before the Aber deen convention.
At a meeting in Huron on March 23, 1896 the Republican County Central Committee ordered a primary election to nominate candidates for all county offices two representatives and one state senator. The primary will be held June 23, 1896, with a canvass June 25. Candidates must file names and fees with the chairman or secretary by June 13, 1896. J. P. Davis Temporary Chairman Geo. A. Fessenven Secretary.
The text advises if distress after eating or persistent stomach pains occur you may have a diseased stomach. It recommends rest and a Shaker Digestive Cordial claiming it nourishes and aids digestion, offered at 10 cents with ample bottles at druggists. Laxol is promoted as the best medicine for children as a Castor Oil substitute.
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