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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1899
Page
5
Admiral Sampson, commander at Santiago, is worn out and must have complete rest, reflecting the strain of a protracted campaign and the need for renewed vigor before further actions.
Beadle county’s share in the school fund is corrected to 3334 dollars, reversing a previously published figure of 334 dollars reported by Pierre correspondents. The adjustment clarifies funding allocations for local education.
The Populist Party of Iowa signals it will disband, unlikely to field a ticket again, marking the end of its organized political campaign. Party leaders cited dwindling support and organizational challenges as they prepare to dissolve.
President McKinley will call for additional volunteers for service in the Philippines. Ten thousand men will be asked for.
The Brown County Bar Association has gone on record in favor of prosecuting Attorney Gunderson of Pierre for contempt of court.
Two monarchs were removed from power in Samoa as a commission declared them a nuisance and stripped them of their crowns. The action treated the rulers as a grouped lot, signaling a decisive political shift in the islands.
Dewey and associates may join the admiral for tea after a gift of one thousand pounds of tea was presented in Ceylon. The notable tribute links military figures with colonial tea trade in an era of imperial ceremony.
Four days of factional conflict in Kentucky Republicans? No. Democrats contend for control of the state convention as factions clash over leadership and direction. The dispute signals deep rifts within the party as delegates push for influence and influence is contested amid the convention proceedings.
Cubans discover a surplus of 584,966 in Havana's municipal treasury after meeting all obligations, a figure unseen in 400 years of Spanish records. The find raises questions about historic accounting and fiscal practices in the city.
The administration argues a new executive branch is absolutely necessary to meet the new conditions the United States faces following the war with Spain.
A populist backed wolf bounty law is approved by a populist governor. Observers warn the measure will create a substantial burden and likely push the state deficit toward about 100000 dollars.
Huron will host the Ringlings in July and a Buffalo Bill combination in September. Aberdeen and Sioux Falls trail in the schedule, while Huron avoids the Bryan aggregation.
The text notes no old soldier meeting or G A R post passing resolutions denouncing the administration on Philippine policy. It asserts loyal support from the boys in grey and the boys in blue standing by the flag.
Persistent rumor says the president may send Miles to the Philippines. Otis could be succeeded by a capable commander. The man at the head of the army should command effectively in war and in peace.
Acting Chairman Stone of the Democratic National Committee proposes barring Palmer and McKinley supporters from the next convention. He says only backers of the ticket in 1896 will be eligible for seats.
The Sioux Falls Press blames republican state politicians for influencing volunteers to be mustered out at San Francisco. The paper mocks readers with a sharp, contradictory tone, prompting questions about its depth and sanity.
The Supreme Lodge of the A. O. U. W. moved to incorporate after two days of discussion. Earlier objections at the supreme lodge meetings were raised but were overcome, leading to the final decision to form an incorporated entity.
Some of the men behind the guns were emerging long enough to have their innings in the Sampson Schley controversy. But they cannot settle it. They might as well try to establish the identity of the unfeeling wretch who jabbed Billy Patterson's slats.
None of this year's college addresses surpassed Gov Roosevelt in patriotism. He asserts Americans can govern themselves and their islands, and that higher education improves government performance.
The Sioux Falls Press invites all to hear Bryan in Sioux Falls with a note that no one will be converted to his views. The remark is seen as a kind, lighthearted assurance, reflecting South Dakota's intelligent climate.
Volunteers report a grand total of 57000 dollars given to cyclone sufferers. The nation shows a generous spirit as rich and poor open purses to aid the needy, embodying the belief that it is more blessed to give than to receive.
The speaker urges immediate war escalation to secure U S sovereignty over the Philippines. He calls for 100000 troops under Otis or a capable replacement, demands unconditional surrender of Filipino forces, and insists the president address the nation. Public support exists for decisive action despite antiwar sentiment.
The piece outlines H L Loucks’s prediction that fusion with Democrats would erase the Populist Party, a view now seen as verified. It notes Populist leaders and supporters being absorbed, disintegration of the party, and remarks from ex Senator Peffer and Chairman Wilson on fusion, ballot laws, and potential Democratic alignment.
The Populist Party once dominant in the West is nearly lifeless now, thwarted by stubborn stalwarts resisting dissolution and threatening the party’s remaining influence in politics.
The 1899 graduates are scattered and discover a world needing steady workers who split wood mow the lawn and bake bread wash dishes without striking. The real hero works daily earning about ten dollars a week building character for the future, proving the occasion does not create the man but the man creates himself through steady labor. The universe is wider than it seems.
The writer lampoons a grim weather and pest cycle in Glidden Iowa, detailing January to October perils from freezes and pneumonia to cyclones, gnats, mosquitoes, miasma, bed bugs and October chills, followed by stove piping and coal bills, with remark on many people living to old age.
The piece notes Huron rose to second class status again tied with Watertown as post office receipts for the year ending April 1st exceed ten thousand dollars. Huron hopes to regain free delivery after July 1st, while Watertown has had it since July 1898. continued free service depends on Watertown house numbering and street-crossing markers and the city authorities after next month.
A description of a vigorous healthy woman who thrives on good food sunshine and outdoor exercise. When cleansing is needed she uses a gentle laxative remedy Syrup of Pigs from the California Fig Syrup Company.
Special to the Huronite Redfield June 28 The Republican state convention met at noon. Temporary officers were chosen and committees named. Permanent chairman Judge Keith Minnehaha and secretaries Cooper Beadle and Meacham Potter. Resolutions praised national administration, endorsed the state supreme bench, and re nominated Judges Carson Fuller and Haney. All counties represented, convention described as harmonious and enthusiastic.
Beadle County residents can buy a 32 by 44 inch wall map showing lakes streams railroads villages schools churches creameries post offices and owner names for each farm It is printed in three colors and priced at three dollars offering practical topographic and locality data for homes and schools with near accuracy claimed and broad accessibility.
The Wolsey Journal reports the Dewey Club of Beadle county with 150 members, led by their band and mounted officers, will headline the parade in Huron. A town visit by committee Millan Rosenthal and Baxter arranged events, praising the club as a strong Beadle county group with a premier martial band and the Northwest’s youngest drummer. The Dewey Drum Corps will play marches such as Marching Through Georgia Dixie The Star Spangled Banner. The Huron gun club will join the celebration in the parade and a blue rock pigeon shooting contest with a liberal premium will follow in the afternoon.
Fresh cream supplies available by leaving orders at Harvey's grocery. Delivery occurs twice daily. Cream is separated by a DeLaval separator and kept clean and fresh. Butter, the best made, furnished on application by W. Newton & Son.
The steamer City of Huron will run between Huron and Ward's Grove on July 4 with departures from Huron at 9 and 11 30 a m and 2 and 6 30 p m, last arrival at 9 p m. Round trip fare is 25 cents with 11 cents for children. All are invited. C E Bowe.
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