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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1895
Page
4
The Huxonite and the State Journal announce the merged paper will be sent to former State Journal patrons now on the list. Only one copy will be mailed to each subscriber and double mailing is avoided. Subscribers unhappy with the change can visit the office or send a letter to adjust. Suanonon Lonestar.
A. D. Tinsely is appointed postmaster at Sioux Falls for another term. The item hints at William Walter possibly returning, and notes the legislature’s adjournment that night.
A directive instructs Walter to bring money, claiming the appropriations have been made and will be safe. The note implies formal financial arrangements and trusted handling of funds. The exact context and parties are not specified.
Hon. W. B. Sterling is discussed as a potential president of the National Republican League. The text notes campaign costs for a state and cites Wisconsin appropriations totaling 3 600 000 dollars for the next two years.
Frank Conklin resigns as president of the board of railroad commissioners and George A. Johnson succeeds to the post.
Friends of J. T. M. Pierce, a Yankton swindler, are reported to be trying to arrange a settlement with Pierce's creditors.
Judge Smith sentenced Harry Hayward to death with the date of execution to be fixed by the governor on the scheduled execution day.
The Gettysburg Courier, edited by Capt. Bryson, marks its fourth year of issue and hopes for continued prosperity in the years ahead.
The Wisconsin state normal schools gain an $85 000 legislative appropriation plus additional revenues from other sources. The action reflects funding priorities in the legislature and supports expanded operations and programs.
Five hundred head of cattle have just been sent from Dodge County Minnesota to run on the range west of Pierre during the summer.
The large flouring mill at Parker has been purchased by Messrs. Fer geo, Barnes & Schillinger. It stands as one of the largest mills in the state.
Workers warn that wasting time harms productivity and hours in the print shop, and colleagues avoid discussions during busy business periods. The message stresses efficient use of time and the poor reception for time-wasting requests among real workers.
Woonsocket Times reporter Brother Bentz returns from a winter trip in the south noting unusually cold conditions described as the coldest winter in thirty five years.
The Missouri Valley Journal published at Chamberlain by W. T. La Follette announces it has passed its initial milestone, marking a notable first step for the new sheet.
Edmunds County farmers approve dam construction across local creeks to catch and store runoff water. The move targets irrigation and flood control across the intersecting townships, signaling a coordinated water conservation effort.
Frank Leary of Brookings is sentenced to two years in the penitentiary for burglary. His mother, aged sixty, receives a one year term in the same institution for a similar offense.
Hon. Chas. T. Howard speaker of the house receives an elegant cut glass tableware set as a token of esteem from house members.
Idaho voters choose a United States senator marking the end of Congress. In South Dakota the legislature adjourned while Harry Hayward is found guilty of murdering Miss Ging and awaits arrest.
The state pays high salaries to professors for teaching yet they now devote time to lobbying in Pierre. The sole justification offered for this change is the strongest argument against it.
Editorial from Sioux Falls Argus notes Shannon and Longstaff of Huron delivered excellent legislative printing at low cost. John Longstaff led the project on site, overcoming opposition from Pierre printers. The journals varied in size but overall work was prompt and accurate, enhancing reputation and finances.
Sixty pounds of rock mined at the Keystone near Deadwood yielded about $1,000 in gold last week.
Reports from Pierre warmly commend Mrs Annie R Simmons of this city Mrs Dr Groesback and Mrs Kate R Folger of Watertown and others for their lobbying efforts in securing passage of the equal suffrage bill.
The White Lake Wave published at White Lake in Aurora county notes it begins Volume IV with this issue marking 156 issues printed since inception. Publisher Mortimer C. Brown asserts reader approval will decide its fate and vows continued publication.
In February 418 A. O. U. W. lodges in the two Dakotas added members and the grand lodge sent $941.77 to a widow after a circular clarified eligibility when a member’s policy had lapsed. Ninety-one lodges replied.
A telegram from Aberdeen states Mitchell must appear at the Huron board meeting on the 18th to press to locate the state fair in Aberdeen for two years or five. Aberdeen promises strong bids, good grounds and buildings, and a already thriving grain palace exhibition to entice the state board.
A Sioux Falls Press correspondent describes the Artesian creamery owned by Mr Longland as a cooperative with 1200 pounds of butter daily capacity. It uses artesian water cooling via a piping system, and in winter steam heats the vats to the desired temperature for churning.
The university is allotted 240000 dollars over two years to meet rising expenditures in general administration. The funding supports operational costs and administrative functions amid budget pressures.
The editor of the Hurontre did not attend the Pierre session on a pass and paid cash for each trip. He stands without competition in the race. Thompson's colt is traveling with Taylor somewhere.
The figures indicate that hard times do not drive people to drink as liquor traffic shows a clear lack of means to purchase in the past two years.
Representative W A Williams of Olivet Hutchinson county and Miss Nettie Porter of Harrold united in marriage at the Waverly house in Pierre Sunday evening where Mr Williams lies seriously ill of pneumonia.
Hon W H Curtis, well known locally, died at his Brule County home a few days ago. The writer knew him for about 25 years. He was a man of ability and warm charitable instincts. Peace be to his ashes.
The A. O. U. W. for North and South Dakota will skip its annual meeting in Jane and use funds saved from travel to buy seed grain for members.
Pierre residents weigh sinking a well at least 3000 feet to secure a richer gas flow. The Journal notes enterprise is strong but gas may be produced as cheaply as mined, hinting at growing local energy efforts.
Captain J P Davis accepts a seat on the Board of Charities overseeing the penitentiary insane hospital the school for the deaf and dumb the school for the blind and reform school. He brings strong business qualifications and broad experience to the role.
In Marshaltown Frank G. Pierce becomes the town’s boy mayor as Iowa boys are praised for bravery leadership and merits from soldiers to lawmakers and preachers across political educational and social life.
The Sioux City Journal, active in liquor legislation debates for twenty years, argues that the liquor code, regardless of its provisions, has far less impact on alcohol consumption than commonly believed.
Revenues for the next two years are estimated at 885000 dollars. Of this amount 621000 dollars will come from direct taxation on the state's property, 28000 from United States government, 17000 from auditor and secretary fees, 56000 from miscellaneous items, and 5000 from insurance assessments.
A graphic report of the Woman's Council at Washington accompanies portraits of Francis Willard Mary Lowe Dickinson Isabella Charlies Davis Susan Anthony and the Countess of Aberdeen in Harper's Bazaar March 24. Features include a dinner gown by Sandoz and an evening toilette engraved by Bande.
Freeman H. Bloodgood, longtime Fayette county superintendent, issues a bulletin praising local progress in school work. He urges continued public engagement and frames education as the foundation of a strong nation, calling on officers and citizens to fulfill their duty in the crowning labor of the race.
The Brookings Press departs and is published by the Allen brothers, A P Allen and Charley’s brother, with plans to greatly expand facilities. The note wishes prosperity to the Press and lauds progress as a prime goal for a newspaper man pursuing business success.
The Aberdeen News notes a high profile intra party clash as private secretaries Burdick and Bailey advocate for chiefs Messrs. Lucas and Pickler. It signals a summer of tests in political strength and strategy with no broader state interest implied beyond the internal race.
The Sentinel urges a new law to hold lawyers accountable when they boast about pocketing state funds and defying authorities. Attorney General Crawford presents strong arguments against attorney exemption from liability. The piece implies that legal professionals may not enjoy blanket protection that shields them from accountability.
The board adopted a report that exceeds the president and secretary of the regents’ recommendations with a few hundred dollars added. The regents’ past requests were higher than legislative appropriations, and the only notable cut appears to hit the university.
The Hozgonite lauds Sioux Falls organ for defending the state's credit in its troubled day. It defends the Argus Leader from partisan attacks while praising its fidelity to business interests and urging high commendation.
The Pierre Capital rebuts a Sioux Falls Argus Leader remark about Pierre printers and a craftsman visiting the city. It praises Pierre residents as enterprising and courteous and says Huronians would be welcome to move to Pierre. The notice emphasizes mutual respect and neighborly good will between cities.
A 1895 tax extension bill clarifies the act applies only to personal property not real estate. It extends collection from July 1 to October 1, 1895, and barring distress sales before October 1 for 1894 taxes. The text notes the emergency clause and affected county treasurers.
The text states that after tax books are handed to the treasurer it is his duty to collect taxes at any time, including when a party is about to move out of the county or dispose of property, as provided by law.
Pierre Capital reports Mr. Longstaff praised his printers for winter work and, after proposing a plan for a bath before the spread, was unanimously dismissed from the suggestion at supper with his employer.
John H. King with Major Pickler on the conference committee won an amendment allowing disallowed claimants to sue in the court of claims. The victory benefits King and the claimants, who credit Major Pickler for the result.
A provocative editorial argues the board of regents should retain productive faculty remaining at work and dismiss those idle in Pierre during winter who politicize for friends, urging focus on duties and merit over politics.
We are urged to start spring work with resolve and prepare for rain. The message says every year can be good, forecasts a wet tone, and that farmers who work faithfully will win. It warns against delaying sowing despite wind and breath.
The county board voted three to two not to furnish seed grain this year. Brothers Rounsville and Pattee opposed the measure while Barber and Aspinwall supported it. Thousands of farmers may lack seed unless townships step in to provide grain.
The Free Press predicts the final session will compare favorably with others and end as a productive, businesslike gathering. While some dissension appeared, it is deemed inconsequential and natural criticism is expected as with any major event.
The Hawkeye argues against feeding wheat to hogs under current prices, urging newspapers to verify facts with local farmers. Tomorrow, March 4, John Henry Gear begins his senatorial term, with Iowa greeting a worthy successor and confident in his health and abilities.
The Harowire notes a public crusade in Huron against large hats worn by women in public places. It cites opera house and church events spoiled by oversized headgear blocking views, praising one generous young Madison woman who removes her hat in assemblies.
Coe L. Crawford declares no monkey work as sheriffs attach property of Taylor's bondsmen. He insists he has acted earnestly and will leave the outcome to the people who, he believes, will be satisfied with his best effort.
The above appointments are well received and give general satisfaction. Capt. Davis of Beadle county, an old soldier and settler, is universally esteemed and a close friend of W B Sterling of Huron, a fact that earns him broad regard across South Dakota.
State Treasurer Phillips issues an order that all blanks and blank books used in his office must be purchased from state institutions. The move contrasts with the legislature’s stance on importing advice from Sioux City, which Sioux City papers predict could harm state development of home industries.
Reports from across the state say farmers are not discouraged as spring work begins. Soil is in good condition and many areas anticipate the fattest crops yet. Huron notes farmers plan larger corn plantings to feed stock, signaling a shift from wheat toward stock and small produce profits.
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