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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1893
Page
5
The advertisement touts Super Fig as the best liquid laxative, created by the California Fig Syrup Co. It claims gentle cleansing of kidneys liver and bowels without weakening them and promotes permanent relief from constipation. It notes the product is sold in $1 bottles by druggists and bears the company name on every bottle.
Miller Press notes abandoned tree claims across Hand county as authorities warn that government land may become hard to obtain by contest.
The Wolsey Journal notes that when compared to neighboring states, the local legislature has a good record. Beadle county members contributed in both houses and made good records.
A Chicago newspaper man recalls the South Dakota Press Association members and their beat, marveling at the enthusiasm of fellow editors and pondering what led residents to place the state capital at Pierre.
In Washington the Representative elect Lucas of South Dakota is already taking hold of duties outside the House. He has made a very good impression and is expected to become one of the most effective members once seated, with duties beginning Saturday.
The Pierre Journal reports cattlemen praising South Dakota stock all winter with no losses. Mr Phillips, owner of over 1000 head, confirms not a single animal lost. Eastern readers would see how well our nutritious grasses sustain the herd and reflect on the state’s progress.
A card from local businessmen asks Lch am ber Longstaff to run for mayor on a business platform. He must decline due to a Federal post, though supporters say he would make a good mayor. The note jokes about resigning one job for the other for fame and glory.
E. E. Caldwell, arrested on perjury charges and released on bonds, recounts a lurid tale of Hun mob attacks in Alexandria. He claims he single handedly repelled a furious crowd, then describes being invited to a pool game where he feigned ill and overheard others whispering.
Wilson offered $2 to lure a man to the train and promises of danger spread through town as deputies rush to Emery. A crow appears at the depot and the frightened man tries to flee to Canton with a hidden plan. Deputy McPherson accompanies him, but the suspect refuses to leave.
Wessington Times notes Tom Bishop editor of Volga Tribune and South Dakota Press Association backs hoop skirts as champions of fashion. He supports equal treatment of women wearing hoops or pants and urges choosing the middle of the street over cramped sidewalks. Patten of Salem is contrasted with Patten of Beadle in stance.
Washington March 14 Postmaster General Bissell says offensive partisanship will be met with strict action. He notes that Republicans who have not used post offices for politics will remain undisturbed, while those who posted placards in post offices or abused offices will receive no leniency.
Indianapolis March 14 Ex President Harrison has left on a duck hunting trip with General Boyd Their destination is Havana Illinois a hamlet on the Illinois river where a hunting boat is provisioned for a week long cruise among the marshes Since his return from Washington General Harrison's health and spirits are reported excellent
Hastines Minn March 14 August Dohling, 19, an inmate of the poorhouse, has fallen into a comatose sleep for six weeks. He remains unresponsive except for jaw movement during feeding. Attendants force three eggs, three pints of milk and eight crackers daily into his system. The case baffles medical skill.
In Mipland Michigan March oe Leisure and sister-in-law Mrs Hattie Sullivan of the same place were drowned while attempting to cross a flooded ravine near Sanford. The buggy sank as the river overflowed, ending both lives.
A mine explosion at Whissett coal works near Connellsville Pennsylv a injures ten men five rescued from the mine and brought to Connellsville with others unaccounted for. The casualty report come from Connellsville via The Leader.
Berin dispatch reports Prince Bismarck is better yet so weak that Dr Schweniger suggests a month away for rest. He plans a spell in Wiesbaden in May for further relief and recuperation.
Under water in Grand River, the Edison General Electric and Westinghouse plants shut down as two million feet of material head toward Lake Michigan. The plants cover 16 acres and sit three feet under water. About 4,000 men are out of work while ice jams near Glenville bridge hold steady.
In Grand Rapids Michigan the Grand River rises to dangerous levels with 15 feet at Gratiot. High water and ice jams buffet piers along the river as logs battle the highway. Reports say losses will grow as ice gorges and rising waters push downstream toward 8 Mile.
Bennington Vermont report from March 14 notes recent warm weather and rain affecting local conditions. Officials warn of potential flooding and soggy ground as temperatures rise and skies stay unsettled.
La Crosse Wisconsin reports the Mississippi River rising rapidly with fears of extensive flood damage. Officials estimate the water may reach about 13 feet as the ice breaks up, following a county board contract to dynamite the ice as it begins to drift.
Changed to a Howling Blizzard in Menominee Michigan as of March 14. The brief notice notes severe weather conditions impacting local services and transportation with ongoing updates expected.
A series of Prairie fires in the county damaged farms and burned hay stacks. A wind from the southwest fanned the flames late at night. The farm of Mr Anderson, seven miles east, was swept bare. Anderson died shortly after and his wife survived a few hours. Extensive fires reported.
The obituary notes W Hyatt's death after a period of illness. Family moved to his bedside on Saturday and he could not speak before passing. The funeral is scheduled for Thursday afternoon.
New Orleans reports pugilism is done for as local clubs fear financial losses and public opposition. Fitzsimmons dispute looms with no $37 500 payouts, while Bowen Burke bout plans face postponement. City leaders and anti pugilism sentiment rise with no legislative timing to intervene.
Chapple conducted an inquest into the Little Face incident. The Indian named Face, who led warlike actions nearby, is detained in jail as authorities investigate the Wednesday tragedy.
The text reports that Gladstone, four miles from London, appeared sane though feverish on Saturday. He returned home and retired to bed, using rest as his usual remedy for illness. A publication notes his condition though details are incomplete.
A remark about the fight led to the discharge of a noted lecturer who was badly injured. The report notes the incident and resulting actions taken by authorities.
In Colorado Springs a committee prepared a report ahead of a May meeting. The brief notes indicate ongoing planning and community involvement with tentative dates and local involvement.
Fragmentary text mentions a man who was twice secretary of something at his home in this city. It notes a birth in New Hip and a residence that remained until 1806, with further garbled phrasing about his paste.
The United States Court of Claims ruled in favor of Aaron Post and Frank Gates, holding letter carriers are entitled to extra pay for overtime on any single day. The decision rejects the idea that an eight hour daily duty could be averaged across a month. Justice Brown wrote the opinion.
Washington dispatch reports confusion over how the appropriation bill modifies the Cherokee strip contract. Changes limit immediate payments, alter installment terms from 1895 to 1899, and set the land value at about 1.66 dollars per acre for 6,000,000 acres. Cherokee Nation may accept modifications within about six months.
The Central distillery in St. Louis has been sold to Armour Packing Company of Chicago. Valued at $400,000, the plant will be rebuilt and operated as a pork packing facility.
The State of South Dakota sends greeting to Patrick J. Sweeney and Alice A. Sweeney and the Western Town Lot Company owners of certain land in Beadle County. The notice declares an intention to take a tax deed for delinquent taxes with redemption terms and that Joan Woon is attorney for the owner and holder of the certificate.
Timber Culture final proof notice references land entry by Williams and Byer with details unreadable in OCR. Indicates public notice of mining or timber claim process and related deadlines amid garbled text.
Default has been made in the payment of the mortgage by the Railhead Company. A strip of land 50 feet wide from the center of the railroad cage is to be sold at public auction in Huron Beadle County South Dakota on April 18 1898 at 10 o clock a m to the highest bidder for cash. Names H Leo Magee and Joan L Pets Attorney for Mortgagee, Huron SD.
Public notice from Beadle County South Dakota declares the mortgagee John H Van Dyke of Wisconsin claims due on a mortgage dated September 1893 and secured by the northwest quarter and other parcels in Beadle County. The sale is to be held at the front door of the court house in Huron on March 3 1898 or 189? time as recorded. the attorney for the mortgagee is M. Drnx.
The State of South Dakota and the parties listed face a legal action. The defendant is required to answer the petition served, with a copy of the document provided to them for response. This notice outlines service and response obligations in the Beadle County matter.
The entry records a publication window from February 16 to March 23. No additional context or parties are specified in the readable text.
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