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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1886
Page
2
Vague, exclamatory lines celebrate youth baseball with shouted lines about eating and drinking and seizing the earth. The fragmentary text centers on cheering and bold declarations rather than a clear event or outcome. No concrete names, dates, or places available.
In Huron's esteem every brave fireman earns a first prize as Daxora faces the world and the flesh and Commissioner Sparks. Aberdeen receives nine cheers for the effort and community spirit showcased by the event.
Pierre faces a string of misfortunes as thieves target him, leaving him short on money and chances to recover his fortune. The article notes his ongoing trouble and the public’s sympathy.
Walter Cox is chosen to oppose William Ewart Gladstone in the parliamentary race, signaling a notable contest for a seat. The selection sets up a high profile electoral clash likely to shape regional political dynamics.
Brookings College readies commencement ceremonies with broad preparations underway. The event plans include ceremony arrangements, student convocations, and commencement speakers, reflecting the institution's celebration of academic achievement.
The group Friends of oleomargarine presents strong opposition before a Senate committee to a bill that would levy a tax on the product.
Senator Harrison reports a bill to extend congressional government over U S territories in a more rugged form than previously proposed.
At Dubuque the Wiltons captured the Iowa time championship in 48 seconds in the hook and ladder contest. The runner up posted 49 seconds, signaling a clear margin of victory.
An article quotes a Redfield Journal lamenting Congress refusal to admit Da kota to the union and calling for restraint. It recalls a late 19th century American Supreme Court dictum that governmental disorders have a remedy if the people do not fail themselves.
The Yankton Press and Dakotaian urges a meeting of the friends of statehood to push repeal of the restraining clause to be voted by the people on the 21st inst. The call is signed by 59 citizens and the gathering is expected to be a rouser.
Hon. T. D. Kanoose in a brief Bismarck address impressed locals with his overall admission prospects and was seen as perhaps misunderstood, much like Judge Edgerton at Sioux Falls.
A fragmented clipping shows hostile rhetoric toward a political figure with calls for violent punishment. The piece highlights community anger and fear as residents discuss safety and the propriety of such expressions.
Col. Peck of Columbia spent Friday here between trains asking about Dakota and Congress with responses of nothing from both sides. He was hungry and joined a firemen dinner at the Grand then handed over to Senator Cain as the city watches whether he seeks a congressional delegate’s honor.
A leading editorial denounces misquoting on constitutional language about admitting territories to the Union. The Redfield Journal and others are accused of falsehoods as the Huronrre defends its accuracy and condemns sensationalism in coverage.
Tue Horonire reports reception of a letter from the Red field Journal editor regarding a June 17 publication. It alleges the word constitution was erroneously substituted for constituting and cites prior doubts about the quotation attributed to Ben Harris son.
The Highmore Bulletin reports advocates of Dakota statehood attacked for using epithets over opinion differences and labels the radical group indiscreet and demagogues. The Free Press appears to echo this reasoning without challenge, prompting questions about consistency.
The text notes that any good man from north, south, or central, when named to contest the Republican nomination for delegate, hurries to the front and declares support for division and admission.
A brief fragment cites Redfield's Journal entries from May 28 and June 11 arguing about congressional powers and territorial admission. The notes suggest contention over wording and conditions affecting union status.
The rumor claims a Huron man was named Receiver of the Aberdeen land office. Leaders Hon. R. H. Brown and Hon. Frank Randolph say they know nothing, though a letter from Washington is believed to have reached Hon. E. W. Miller. Hu ron Herald’s Mr. Dean has no information beyond strong endorsements for himself. The editor weighs in that no good Huron Democrat should leave the city unless it is Geo C Cooper.
The Editorial Association meets in Aberdeen from Monday to Wednesday night. They travel by Milwaukee road to Minneapolis and St. Paul until Sunday morning, then by steamboat to McGregor Iowa, return by Milwaukee road to their homes. 5S Roberts John Cain F E Sterling A Davis E T Cressey are the editors known to attend.
The Arizona editor mailed postal cards to prominent citizens asking why they are honest. Replies range from remarks about dem ussedness to never holding office and mock indignation. He plans to publish more answers and may ask What do you take for a cold next.
The Pierre Free Press reports the second day of a regional tournament in Pierre with a 10 o'clock baseball game between Hurons of Huron and Aberdeens of Aberdeen, a ladder climber contest, and a novelty hook and ladder race. Fuson wins the ladder title after a tiebreaker. the hose cart event leads to delays and protests. Pettigrew gets $13,134 in libel damages against Rice. Nirv. Lawler marries Ella Sturgis at Prairie du Chien. weather dampens events.
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