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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1895
Page
3
The State Journal informs former patrons of the State Journal and Huronite that the two papers have merged and will be sent as one copy to those on the current list. Subscribers receiving duplicates will be asked to report and adjust by visiting the office or sending a letter. Suanvon and Lonastarr.
The legislature will adjourn this week while Congress ends sessions at noon Monday. Volga joins other towns adding a new local creamery as plowing and seeding proceed across several South Dakota counties.
A note urges farmers to prepare every detail for seeding this year. It emphasizes organization and timing to ensure a strong harvest, urging careful readiness and action in advance of planting.
An Iowa breach of promise case for $15 defeats a concurrent South Dakota divorce claim. The ruling highlights jurisdiction issues and the sufficiency of the breach claim under Iowa law, shaping how similar cross state actions are handled in the region.
A. Douglas of Webster, described as a deserving old soldier, has been granted a pension in recognition of his military service. The report emphasizes his long-standing commitment and the awarded pension as a rightful acknowledgment of his past duties.
Local politics theme notes the Brookings Press will be edited and published by the ladies of the city on the 14th inst. The item highlights civic effort and the role of community efforts in local governance.
Applications for seed wheat should be filed with the board of county commissioners at once. R. W. Bourne of Cortland N Y has been appointed receiver of the First National bank at Redfield. It is said Washington's birthday was more widely observed than ever. Congress adjourned and the nomination of A D Tinsley as postmaster at Sioux Falls was rejected 41 to 13.
In response to hoped for profits from her book, Mrs Lease warns she may resume lecturing if the earnings do not meet her expectations. She emphasizes the financial need motivates potential public appearances.
Ranchmen report cattle throughout western South Dakota have wintered well and will emerge in excellent condition come spring, signaling strong forage and graze prospects for the season ahead.
The quartet McCoy McChesney Wells and Tenney linked with Taylor appear lax over the alleged state robbery. Senator Kingsbury’s irrigation commission bill fails. The Hayward defense and several fakes including Cunningham and Ike Wheeler are discussed. Bills funding Springfield normal school and Redfield insane hospital pass. Sioux bill allocates 115 to all Sioux on the Sisseton reservation as partial land payment.
The Mount Vernon School Board ruled that boys who smoke cigarettes will not be admitted to public schools. It raises questions about the conduct of teachers who smoke, inviting debate on consistency and role modeling in school governance.
Rev Miss Carrie J Barrtlett, long prominent in Sioux Falls, is listed as an editor of Unity in Chicago, while continuing church duties at Kalamazoo and contributing to the publication in her spare time.
Special dispatch from Washington outlines the Fifty-Third Congress as a colossal failure with democratic party leaders conceding faults, the lobbying on Union Pacific funding, and Pickler's illness. Gamble arrives. Pettigrew opposes pooling. extra session unlikely. Harsh winter hardship and drought urged irrigation discussions amid dairy and diversification advocacy across farming regions.
A speaker argues that Eastern capitalists require solid results before funding irrigation in South Dakota. He suggests investors would back more in Jim Valley experiments than Iowa land, emphasizing the need for practical demonstrations over talk.
Bill Irwin has earned much money crafting a weak defense for Harry Hayward. As Hayward faces the noose, public verdict likely will declare him the right man in the right place.
The St. Lawrence Journal notes critics in Huron, describing them as carping but inactive, always ready to fault others’ efforts rather than act themselves.
Congressmen Pickler and Lucas are expected to reach their homes early next week. Senator Pettigrew will spend a few days in New York before going to Sioux Falls. Senator Kyle will be at home in Aberdeen before the month ends, unless he cuts eastward visits to friends.
Wm. Stevenwald and his brother who left Wolsey for Milwaukee describe dire conditions there. They note minimal wages of 12 and 14 dollars per month, high living costs, and many families with little or no work. They warn that large towns hide the severity of hardship for laborers.
The piece argues against excessive town plat, wheat, flax, livestock, and especially creamery enthusiasm. It endorses dairies and gardens but warns against debt fueled booms. It urges prudence, urging readers to face facts, avoid overborrowing, and weigh pros and cons before chasing popular fads.
Minnesota reports that nearly 1,900 students are enrolled across four state normal schools. The figure reflects steady attendance as institutions prepare teacher graduates for statewide schools.
A brief note records a fine of twenty five dollars for an issue involving fencing around a school ground in Iowa. The item is concise with a single monetary penalty and no additional context.
A new Iowa statute requires every schoolhouse site to plant at least twelve thrifty shade trees. The rule targets campus shade, cooling, and local greenery as part of broader public welfare measures.
A statement stresses the farmer needs steady attention to his own work and vigilance against others seeking wealth through easy terms. It warns against external schemes that promise quick gain without fair terms.
The article warns that the creamery enterprise can be successful only if carefully managed. Without prudent leadership it will benefit chiefly the most shrewd schemers.
The Watertown Public Opinion appears to question Governor Sheldon, framing him as less than exemplary while presenting itself with confident editorial stance.
Fraternal leaders praise plans maturing for new creameries in nearly every town of eastern South Dakota. The speaker notes the Iroquois creamery as a successful model and hopes all new creameries will follow its example.
The speaker notes that weather similar to 1881 and 1882 indicates a plentiful crop year. He compares current conditions to those early years and predicts robust agricultural yields for the coming season, suggesting no slack in crop growth.
D W Dask of Wessington reports a creamery association meeting will be held in Wessington next Wednesday March 6 to organize the society and choose a site for the building. He will also address a Madison dairy meeting on bacteria March 13.
Dr. Shanafelt, traveling home to Huron, tells reporters the association plans to hold an assembly this year despite hard times. Details follow after the April directors’ meeting, but efforts to publicize the event should begin now.
Sioux Falls Press notes that state reports such as Brookings College publications were more practical than official bulletins. Prof. Todd, state geologist, offers a 175 page pamphlet described as entertaining and instructional, readable by general audiences and presenting geology as a romance.
The passage notes many sections forming a locally engaging book with statewide appeal. It urges libraries to obtain copies, highlighting public and private libraries and noting copies can be secured for five cents from Prof. Odd at Vermillion, making the work accessible to anyone interested in the covered subjects.
Dr. Clark of Huron and inspector-general for the G A R spoke highly of the Watertown headquarters. He found the adjutant Colonel Lyon and quartermaster C C Wiley’s offices well organized and efficient. He noted new methods will protect the order’s interests and aid future custodians.
A noted English smuggler reportedly stowed contraband in geese sent to his homeland at Christmas. One goose weighed unusually heavy and was opened revealing dustable articles. Inspectors later found the owner had forced many birds to swallow goods to evade duties, sparking a heavy duty controversy.
A couple from an Iowa settlement arrived in a prairie schooner and sought a marriage license. W. P. Morrison and Rosy Wood were married by Squire Smythe in the clerk’s office before hitching their wagon and heading toward Brule County to claim a new home.
The article extols Utah as the prospective state with a population near 200000 and rich resources including gold silver copper iron and tin. It highlights a temperate climate with health giving attributes and hot springs calling Utah a sanitarium. It urges readers to contact J H Bennett Salt Lake City for a copy of Utah's Resences and excursion details.
A tank of sulphuric acid exploded at McKeesport. Two men were instantly killed and two others injured. The 2000 pound tank head was blown through the factory roof and landed on the roof of a nearby Hungarian boarding house.
Five thousand spectators witnessed a 10 round boxing match at Lohimer Park between Martin Costello of Montreal and Billy Woods of Denver. The bout ended in a draw.
The Furness line steamer Venetian from Boston to Liverpool struck Lower Middle ledge Saturday afternoon, broke her back about 8 am and is a total wreck. Two crew members were badly burned by a bursting steam pipe, 21 cattle and several sheep were scalded to death, and the loss is estimated at $600,000.
F. T. Shaw, formerly a traveling salesman for W. L. Perkins & Sons of St. Paul, died at the Windsor hotel from injuries suffered on January 26. Police consider he was assaulted and cut with a knife, though he claimed he fell on an icy street. The true cause remains uncertain.
Notice to Topeka Investment and Loan Co. of a lands sale for unpaid taxes in Beadle County. The northwest quadrant of section 20, township 109N, range 64W, was sold to R. O. Richards. certificate assigned to New England Loan and Trust Company. Redemption ends sixty days after service. March 1 1895. Carter & Brows attorneys.
A partial foreclosure notice appears with names Everitt F Durron John L Prue and Mortgagee attorney Huron 8 D. indicating a legal action with first publication in March and last April 18.
Notice to Wm C Packard that land in Beadle County was sold for 1891 taxes to R O Richards and assigned to New England Loan and Trust Company. Redemption must be made within sixty days from service or a deed will be issued to the company. Dated March 4 1895 Carter Brown attorneys agents.
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