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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1894
Page
4
The era looks favorable for large harvests in South Dakota while national debates hint at iron ore tariffs. Congressman Wilson appears out of danger, Gladstone and Lincoln referenced in retirement talk, and Sioux Falls forms a coursing club with plans for a grand Fourth of July. Iowa and Maine elections yield GOP gains as Judge MecDill of Iowa dies, removing a public servant from the interstate commerce commission.
The national debt expands under a Democratic administration as interest bearing debt rises by 40 831 910 dollars, highlighting fiscal pressure and ongoing borrowing.
Senator White has not resigned his senate seat to join the supreme bench and is unlikely to do so until a sugar tariff issue is settled.
The Chamberlain Register is expected to recover from recent financial troubles and receive strong support from the local people. The editorial expresses happiness at the paper’s resilience and calls for public backing.
The irrigation convention will discuss both theory and practice with speakers qualified on the subject. Those interested are urged not to miss attending.
Harper's Bazar this week presents a thrilling tale by Walter Besant titled In Three Weeks and an article by Mrs. Vandace Wheeler on Color in House Interiors focusing on walls and ceilings delving into decorating schemes and design ideas.
Defeated candidates in Deadwood harshly challenge the appointment of Mrs. Thomas wife of ex Judge Thomas amid talks of opposing her confirmation. observers expect the dispute to remain only as talk.
The unimproved school lands in Douglas county have been appraised from 12 to 16 dollars per acre. The article notes that the era of very cheap lands in the state is ending and urges buyers to act now while possible.
The column notes Cy Short airing practical politics in the True Republican. He rejects being democrat or McKinley style protectionist, instead advocating protection for American farm and domestic goods from eggs to wool. He asserts strong national industry support.
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader notes the artesian basin in the Jim valley holds latent wealth and urges local citizens to recognize and use it to enter prosperity.
The Madison Sentinel argues that with the election in November an early convention is unnecessary and suggests selecting a city in the Jim River valley, with Huron as a suitable option.
One year after his inaugural procession leading the John Y McKane Democratic Club, John Y McKane now serves the state of New York as a convict. The note argues he should have been sent to the penitentiary years ago, but better late than never.
The speaker notes uncle Levi P. Morton could be nominated and elected governor of New York in 1896. If so he may emerge as a strong presidential candidate at the next national convention, with unlikely but possible prospects of heading the ticket.
The speaker urges immediate passage of the Wilson bill to lift the nation and criticizes Democratic senators for delaying. He questions their commitment to constituents and insists swift action would benefit the country and the party.
Publishers of Blue and Gray in Philadelphia defend the magazine’s mission as more than military content. They cite its purpose to foster generous patriotism and unity of national interests, claiming it serves to shape better citizens for the future.
The Sioux City Tribune argues fusion between the democrats and populists is unnecessary in South Dakota. It says republicans won last November and predicts the combined ticket would not surpass separate campaigns.
The text argues that subsoil irrigation will keep pastures green from spring to fall, enabling dairying and stock raising to be far more profitable. It claims irrigation lowers wheat acreage but increases grass, timber, and overall farm prosperity, citing 1890s South Dakota context and related political notes.
The article notes irrigation is in practical operation on several farms in the Jim River valley with strong praise from experimenters. It argues irrigation at 40 cents wheat is unlikely to pay unless yields increase two to three times, urging broader artesian-well irrigation before wheat gives way to corn and hay crops.
A Century article titled The Daily Round of Life at the Palace accompanies full page portraits of the Prince Imperial Napoleon III and Eugenie and an engraving of the Empress head. It is the sixth in Century's Bonaparte group published in the past year with Winterhyster engravings.
Telegraphed note reports laborer John Gustafeen found funds hidden in a closet of the Mellette block while cleaning a former land office space. About $1,674.55 was recovered. it exceeds the shortfall by $2.10, tying to the recently stolen funds in the office transition.
A crowded discussion questions irrigation's main payoff arguing that the focus on bigger wheat crops overlooks broader benefits. The speaker contends the belief is widespread among many citizens.
A reflective survey of the issue highlights articles on Mothering Sunday and Thanksgiving as substitute values, Owney the faithful mail-carrier dog, a short Lilac poem by Mias Wilkins, and a feature on Joseph Shen as a dwarf gentleman. Harriet Monroe contributes a piece titled Broken Friend.
The March Forum opens with David A. Wells arguing against collecting the income tax and A B Hall defending it. It also reviews the Great Railroad Failures of 1893 by Simon Sterne and begins a series on social reform plans including Bellamy's Looking Backward program, critiqued by Professor Sumner.
The Sibley Tribune argues the current Democratic majority in Congress is harming the party and believes the upcoming election will reflect public opinion on this trend. The piece critiques platform and policies as contributing to a likely adverse outcome for Democrats.
A noted figure named Jesse Harper toured the area claiming to be a former Lincoln law partner and a 1860 Republican nominee. Records prove there is no foundation for either claim, exposing the boast as groundless.
The Argus Leader notes growing public frustration as filibusters stall bills in the senate. The house confronts prolonged delays and citizen anger over legislative gridlock.
The Iroquois Chief forecasts a South Dakota division between Reed and McKinley with Pettigrew backing Reed. He suggests Allison as a safe Republican option for unity if factions form. The piece also argues diversified farming and feeding stock over wheat will boost wealth and land value in Jerraud county.
The Dakota Farmer reviews twenty five farmer essays on state farming, noting how writers from modest starts kept cows and hens paying family groceries. The collection argues against neglecting smaller income streams and champions practical, early successes as a guide for others.
Robert Schull proprietor of a Watertown tow and flax mill eyes a shift in political stance as he gathers signatures to oppose provisions of the Wilson bill. Republicans mock his change while noting his strong past Democratic support and his push to repeal measures harming local industry.
In a decade long survey of Weasington Springs area farmers, there is a strong consensus to abandon extensive wheat cultivation. They plan to shift to cattle, hogs, poultry, and coarser grains better suited for profitable feeding.
The Minneapolis Tribune criticizes the Democratic party for opposing robber barons while expanding free lists under the Wilson bill. It lists McKinley era duties on farm products such as apples bacon beef eggs wool and more and argues the policy favors manufacturers over producers reflecting Cleveland's 1892 stance on free raw materials.
A band of armed strikers attacked Coalburg delaying trains and burning an 80,000 bridge on the Coalburg to Acme division. Sheriff Lindman led a posse to Coalburg overnight, leaving guards after the attack as tensions flare in Eagle and Powellton. Wires were cut and Company I moved to a governor ordered deployment.
Judge Thomas rules the U S court lacks jurisdiction in the Ton tine saving institution of Minneapolis case against Postmaster Hale. The decision upholds the Postmaster General's authority to issue orders prohibiting delivery of registered mail or money orders to the company.
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