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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1889
Page
10
A bill to build the Soldiers' Home at Hot Springs passes both houses with two thirds, despite Governor Church's opposition. The governor faces renewed political pressure and possible removal of officers as the plan proceeds.
In Dakota, the legislature clashed over the soldiers home bills, railroad measures, and woman suffrage. The council and house passed the soldiers home bill over vetoes, while the Morris and Fletcher railroad fights dominated near chaos. A Sioux conference bill progressed, and local notices on newspapers and tax changes were advanced.
An Irishman identified as Richard Pigott or Ronald Ponsonby was arrested at the Hotel des Ambassadeurs. He then killed himself with a revolver. He spoke only English and had a small amount of silver on him. Police seized his papers and belongings.
In Washington today crowds throng the cap itol causing crowded galleries and obstructed movement. Officials note the crowd is large but not as big as four years ago, while many sessions remain crowded and busy. The report lists varied items from London to Des Moines including political appointments fires and court decisions.
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