Canton News Backs Gamble for Congress and Gifford for Governor
Publisher John Longstaff urges Canton readers to support Gamble in the congressional race and Gifford in the gubernatorial contest, framing the endorsements as local guidance for voters.
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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1898
Page
4
Publisher John Longstaff urges Canton readers to support Gamble in the congressional race and Gifford in the gubernatorial contest, framing the endorsements as local guidance for voters.
The Wessington Times urges the nomination of E H Vance for state Senator. The populist party has ceased opposing the judiciary’s involvement in politics since Judge Moore became a district judge.
The Horonite notes pleasure at growing sentiment to save the country by giving the county offices to Republicans.
The Lead City Tribune declares for Van Cise for congress and urges Lead Republicans to support him and oppose Phillips for governor.
The Watertown Public Opinion quips that when one of the Sioux Falls dailies calls the other a liar it tells the truth. The remark underscores the sibling papers’ sharp banter and mutual credibility concerns in local journalism.
The Spirit of Dakota denounces Mr. Burke of Pierre as inimical to the best interests of the state Republican party, signaling intra party tensions over a congressional bid.
The statement warns that delay by General Miles in heading to Cuba could close the war and deprive him and the United States Army of glory and personal military reputation gains.
Aber deen News notes one of the most pathetic scenes of the convention as Robert Emmet Dowdell applauded the populist platform plank commending the governor for turning the rascals out.
Groton’s Deacon Reeves appears positioned to win strong support at the Republican state convention for the state auditor race. He has the qualifications and is described as a model auditor candidate.
Republicans nominate Judge Thomas of Storm Lake to succeed Perkins of the Journal. The motive claimed is Perkins already serves Journal readers better than a congressman could benefit South Dakotans.
McClure's Magazine for July will present a detailed account of President McKinley's daily life during the war crisis. It will feature wartime scenes from the White House and departments, life drawings, and portraits from recent photographs of the men directing the war effort in Washington.
Beadle County will present a candidate for a state office to the Republican convention in Mitchell on August 24. The delegation selected on July 8 will decide the candidate. Friends of Mr. Pyle and Mr. Sterling on the delegation aim for a harmonious outcome and solid support, with no split delegation expected this year.
The Huron area lacks control over primaries as no combinations exist. Candidates for office must seek success or failure on their own merits. The ticket will be composed of good men, with potential strength gained by including country members. The Hvronite supports nominating a ticket aligned with party best interests.
In the senate on June 10, Senator Pettigrew criticized Senator Kyle, accusing him of betraying party faith. The Congressional Record catalogs the exchange as Kyle’s career comes under scrutiny. The piece recalls Kyle’s February 19, 1891 election and his longtime Democratic alignment.
The speaker traces his shift from Republican to Democratic ideology, citing free trade, lower taxes, and monetary policy as core beliefs. He contrasts Kyle’s inconsistent party loyalty with teachings from his teacher in political economy and notes Kyle’s ministerial origins, labeling him a Judas-like figure.
In Deadwood clubs parlors a somber scene marked Captain Seth Bullock receiving Gen. Dawson’s sword. Judge Bennett and Mrs. Dawson’s sisters presented the blade, honoring Bullock’s long friendship and loyalty as his regiment faces possible Porto Rico deployment.
Sioux Valley News notes many of Judge Gifford friends urge him to run for governor and may allow use of his name at the Mitchell convention. The paper praises Canton's popular soldier citizen as a capable business governor candidate for Republicans to consider.
Department of Agriculture weekly summary notes above normal temperatures with several cool, windy days. Rainfall largely below average. many localities report good progress in spring wheat and other grains in moist areas, while northeast and southwest districts face drought and potential losses. Local notes from counties list crop conditions, wind damage, and rain needs across the state with corn, oats, barley, wheat, and potatoes showing varied status.
Chamberlain Register outlines how Republicans can secure victory in the coming election. It notes fusion cohesion weakened since 1896 and argues for nominees unconnected to past scandals to win the entire state ticket.
South Dakota will send a large delegation to the eighth International Convention of the Baptist Young People's Union of America in Buffalo July 14 to 17. Rev. T M M Shanafelt of Huron leads state transport. One fare plus $2, Wabash route Chicago to Buffalo, North Western through Chicago. Reclining chair cars run Huron to Buffalo July 11, with stops in Chicago and Niagara Falls, arriving Buffalo ~5 p.m. Hotel rates range $1.00 to $1.50 daily. Delegation to meet in Chicago July 12 at Tremont House. All state citizens invited to join and benefit from reduced fares and accommodations.
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