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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1902
Page
4
The grand jury returned an indictment against Mayor Ames for bribery. The city administration under Ames was patterned after Tweed's infamous regime. If authorities cleanse municipal affairs, one step in the right direction will be taken.
Senator Kittredge sees his minority report bear fruit as advocates of the Nicaraguan canal lose members daily. When the vote comes, the Panama contingent is expected to hold a senate majority, signaling a major victory for Kittredge.
Rumor says the governor and adjutant general plan to hold the state encampment at Watertown though not officially confirmed. Huron is disappointed, hoping to host the encampment this year.
Alfred J. Henry professor of meteorology says 713 people were killed by lightning in 1900. He admits this deadly power of the bolt will likely continue to claim lives.
A powerful cyclone struck Central Illinois this week, ripping a 100 mile wide by 200 mile long swath. The disaster caused many deaths, widespread crop destruction, and property losses reaching millions of dollars.
The territories pursuing statehood face a setback as the committee on territories postpones action on their petitions until the next Congress. This decision delays consideration of their claims and adds uncertainty to their territorial status.
The authorized President Francis agreed to a contract with the Secretary of the Treasury stipulating that the fair shall not be open to visitors on Sundays, aligning operations with the agreement and its enforcement.
The Milwaukee road reduced freight charges to South Dakota destinations in a voluntary act. The wording suggests potential racial slur usage in schedules indicating discomfort with the change.
Hon. W.G. Rice of Deadwood is named judge of the Eighth circuit to fill the vacancy caused by Judge Washabaugh's death. The appointment is regarded as a good one.
A joint resolution has been introduced in Congress to admit Cuba to statehood. The introducer appears eager to hasten the process, aiming to end the newly formed republic.
The Argus Leader’s voting contest concluded with notable financial success. The Huronite congratulates the management on the contest’s successful termination.
Billy Mason plans a visit to Huron to deliver a speech. The warning urges residents to take steps to avert potential calamity and stay prepared for the visit.
Congress approves the general deficiency bill, allocating the remaining McKinley salary for 1902 totaling 39809 dollars. The measure covers various appropriations and ends fiscal year funding gaps.
The Page Morris amendment to the Cuban bill appears aimed at the right thing in light of Thurber disclosures, signaling a move to address the issues raised and align with new information.
Observers question John Dowie’s methods as supporters claim the water cure is ineffective for followers who stay up late. Critics label the horn process as too lenient and easy to evade.
The senate will dispose of the canal bill on the nineteenth after an agreement was reached by the senators to act on that date.
A historical report argues Minneapolis police operations followed a path of law breaking rather than law enforcement, highlighting concerns over governance and the use of force. The piece discusses systemic issues and calls for reform measures to restore public safety integrity.
The piece argues moving headquarters from Sioux Falls to Watertown would show the impracticality of keeping the capital at Pierre. It notes Crane lives at Pierre and urges conducting the campaign from that city to highlight costs and delays. It concludes with a push to try campaigning from Pierre.
The Populist convention of Minnehaha County passed resolutions pledging progress and financial relief for the people along the party’s advocated lines. J. T. Cogan chaired the resolutions committee as the chief joshers.
Miss Nettie Hoffman of Watertown won first prize in the Argus Leader voting contest. The cost to Miss Hoffman's managers was $1693.40, described as an expensive European trip. The piece moves through local matters and includes editorial reflections on gender influence, common virtues, and social responsibility.
Advice urges families to prepare Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. The ad touts it as essential for bowel complaints for both children and adults and claims it can prevent late night trips to town, noting it is sold by all druggists.
Thirty eight members of Congress and several senators write affirmations praising Peruna. Letters from Goodwyn Alabama Linney North Carolina Ogden Louisiana and many others extol Peruna as a tonic and cure for catarrh and related ailments. Readers are directed to request a free Peruna book from The Peruna Medicine Co. Columbus Ohio.
The Volga Tribune praises the Republican ticket as one of the strongest ever presented to voters. It highlights Senator Kittredge for his abilities public spirit and record, noting geographical balance and wide delegate and rank and file support across the state.
Washington talk centers on President Roosevelt’s plain spoken approach and a belief that his steadfast convictions will save the Republican Party. Supporters say his frank stance in the Cuban issue proves his duty to the public, despite current opposition.
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications as they do not reach the disease seat. Catarrh is a constitutional blood disease, so internal remedies are required. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on the blood and mucous surfaces. It is claimed to be a genuine prescription from leading physicians and combines tonic and blood purifying ingredients to treat catarrh.
A short note notes that the signature is printed on every box of Laxative Bromo Quinine Taviets, described as the remedy claimed to cure a cold and immune day.
Watertown Public Opinion notes Jim Hill overextended by pursuing many rail lines at once as the Burlington Cedar Rapids and Northern railroad was absorbed by the Rock Island. The piece argues a steadier, staged purchases would have built greater long term power, suggesting even Governor Van Sant might not have objected.
A new schedule effective June 8 extends the Colorado Special of the Chicago and North Western and Union Pacific railways. The train now departs Chicago at 6 30 P M and arrives Omaha 6 55 A M Denver 8 P M with Colorado Springs near 10 30 P M. Through sleepers and free reclining chair cars are provided. Eastbound service is named the Chicago Special leaving Denver 1 P M and arriving Chicago 4 P M. A second daily train for Colorado points leaves Chicago at 11 30 P M.
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