Missouri Pacific and Huron clash over branch line plan
In rapid fashion reports from Leb. and Bismaugh note Jay Gould's view that the Missouri Pacific should be nilt to Huron. The piece mentions a pending branch line from Omaha and its expected great impact on Omaha, plus shifts in local political officers and a contest for the auditor position as E R Ruggles and T D use mobilize support.
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Jay — Gould
Missouri
Huron
Gem City
Leb
Herlay
Sou
Pacific
Omaha
G A R Encampment Opens as Delegates Arrive
Augrogen records indicate delegates to the G A R encampment assembling with a march 26 start. The assembly opens tomorrow and features a grit train style pep rally and parade.
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G.A
Dipergs
Last encampment brings Dakotas leaders to town
Gen Warner and Commander Halmond attend a notable gathering with Gov Mellette Commander Ream and other prominent men expected to arrive tomorrow. The W R are present in full force and promise to greatly enhance the occasion.
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Dakotas
Warner
Halmond
Gov. Mellette
Ream
W. R
Pension policy and Dakota delegate on soldier aid
Corporal Tanner outlines a pension plan: support every surviving soldier in need and ensure no widow or parent goes in want. He opposes small monthly pensions and urges proof for claims when necessary. Delegate Mathews handles huge mail load, asks applicants to send petitions directly to departments for faster processing.
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Wasuixerox
Tanner
Harrison
United States
Washineton
Mathews
Dakota
Huronire Endorses Honest Campaign for Huron
The Hononire argues for Huron and urges spreading the case to eastern readers. It praises Huron growth, asserts fair dealing, and pledges energetic, selfless representation by Hu ron while aiming to win unanimous local support for a trusted leader.
New York Weekly Bank Statement Shows Reserve Surge
The New York weekly statement reports a heavy increase in banking reserves, indicating a larger liquidity position for banks in the region and potential impacts on money supply and lending activity.
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New York
Kix President Cleveland Heads to Havana Cuba
The Kix president and his party have arrived in Havana Cuba as part of a diplomatic visit. Details of itinerary and outcomes were not disclosed in the report.
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Kix
Cleveland
Havana, Cuba
Grand Army Boys Gather at Aberdeen for Encampment
The Grand Army of the Republic holds its annual encampment in Aberdeen. Dakota faces an audit vacancy but the governor plans to appoint someone. Centerville coal mining operations continue to run successfully as John Bright is reported dying.
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Aberdeen
Centerville
Sixth annual G A R encampment opens in Dakota
March 26 at the opera house with a 10 30 a m start and adjournment at 3 30 p m. Reports from committees and other papers are read. An address by Department S F Hammond. Noted attendees include Col James Oakes and Gov Mellette with a large W O R delegation. City decor is extensive and preparations promise a successful gathering.
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Dakota
Opera House
S. F. Hammond
Geogre
Engle
Bebe Aepost
W. F. Dunn
F. Hammond
Gen
Wm. Warner
Kansas City
National
Col. James Oakes
D. Kanouse
Woonsocket
F. E. Benntt
Clark
I. D. Smith
Grand. Forks
Mesdames Sprague
Folsom
Milton
Fargo
Thomas
Hunt and
Casswell
Grand Forks
Tome
Auditor Office Locked In Dakota Territory
March 26. The territorial auditor's office is locked and access barred. Deputy Auditor Palmer left for Pierre to handle the real estate rush, with Gov. Mellette saying Palmer has no official authority. The governor went to Aberdeen for a grand reception.
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Territorial Autor
Dakota
Palmer
Pierre
Mellette
Aberdeen
Aid & Grand
Centerville Coal Prospecting Push Continues Amid Vein Finds
Centerville Coal and Mining reports seven prospect drill holes with coal in every hole. Veins appear at a fairly uniform level across holes spaced from 100 feet to over three miles. The company plans multiple shafts and extended mining operations on the school section while pursuing ground leases and further exploration.
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Centerville Coal
Cemsvite
Centerville Coal and Mining Company
Brookings
Inferior Indiana coal prompts extended mining plans
The article discusses sample results from the first vein and anticipated improvements from the lower vein. It notes uncertainty about whether the lower vein will show better quality and extent, but if it does, the company plans extensive future work based on these prospects.
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Indiana
John Bright in Critical Condition
John Bright has suffered a relapse and is very weak. He has not eaten for thirty six hours, except from eight spoon. The physician says he is gradually sinking and at ten o clock tonight is unconscious, condition hopeless.
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John Bright
Bright
Black Hills Urges Unified Vote On State Capital Location
The Black Hills Times argues Pierre has shown warmth for capital options but urges South Dakota towns to unite. It contends the state’s capital question hinges on a solid Hills vote, predicting eight thousand or more ballots and an overwhelming regional impact.
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Black Hills Times
Pierre
the Times
Selecion
Lands Opened in Black Hills Stir Wariness of Five Year Payments
The Black Hills paper notes thousands of fine lands near the Black Hills eligible for homestead entry without the five year and dollar per acre provisions. Settlers worry about slow reservation settlement and the impending $1.25 per acre after five years. Taxation and collection challenges further dampen enthusiasm for long term occupancy and revenue.
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Black Hills
Sioux Reservation
Doy County
Territorial audit office fight continues amid delays
The territorial office is without a key functionary as Gov Mellotte nears attention to the issue in days ahead. Col Gale disperses orders that have not been honored, while the Yankton asylum project lingers in slow progress.
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Mellotte
Gale Ea
Naomi Phn
Yankton Insane Asylum
Huron Real Estate Rush In Prompt Buyout
Real estate agents urge buyers to seize multiple Huron properties swiftly amid a surge in listings and marked price changes. Local brokers warn that limited supply and rising demand could narrow late bidding windows.
Jax G Faces Missouri Pacific Pressure in Huron
A brief dispatch notes Jax G struggles to respond to Missouri Pacific demands amid growing public pressure in Huron. The situation highlights local concern over fast action and broader regional impact.
Mathews Seen Sure of Seat in Fifty-First Congress
The Rapid City Journal asserts Geo A Mathews is certain to win a seat in the upcoming Fifty-first Congress. The article emphasizes his strong position and support backing his candidacy.
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The
Rapid City Journal
Ontana i Seeks Rail Connection With Huron
An anxious claim states Ontana i desires to be connected to Huron by rail and expresses hope that the wish will be granted.
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Ontana
Huron
Sioux Falls Press Notes South Dakota Towns Open to Capital Punishment
The Sioux Falls Press reports that towns across South Dakota are willing to stand in support of capital punishment. Local officials indicate a readiness to uphold the practice if state laws permit.
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Sioux Falls
South Dakota
Gorr Declares Bid for West Virginia Governor Post
Gov. Gorr vows to win West Virginia governor seat through a hard campaign. He asserts broad public support and warns the South must alter its election tactics to gain northern aid or sympathy.
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Gev. Gorr
West Virginia
Real Estate Men Expect Another Exit From Pierre
Two shrewd Dakota real estate men passed through Huron en route to Pierre. They had recently suffered a heavy setback in Pierre and said they would depart again to unload. They warned that in sixty days Pierre would relapse into its usual graveyard state.
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Huron
Pierre
Rifts Emerge Over Hills Ownership Amid Sectional Backing
As et capital battles heat up observers see wavering support. Newspapers from that section claim Hills is not owned by Pierre entirely and urge caution before a large bloc votes.
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Pierre
Lawyer’s Early Practice Post Oath Sparks Democratic Tinge
Iy Lay entered legal practice two days after taking oath in Cleveland in a period marked by a theatrical public persona. He pursued law long enough to influence Democratic politics, reflecting the era’s partisan theater.
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Cleveland
Still Rant Caped by Haroni After October Vote
A Beadle County figure, Pres Haroni, continues a prolonged public tirade following capital honors, promising to reveal results once votes are tallied in October.
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Beadle County
Haroni
Huron Postmaster Appointed Young Local Leader
Huron's Next Nasby reports John Longstaff of Horonrte will become post master in a few days. At twenty six he has gathered letters from every professional and business man in Huron, presenting a notably complete case to the post office department since Willard's appointment at Sioux Falls.
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Huron
Sington
St. Paul
John Longstaff
Horonrte
Longstaff
Post Office Department
Dakota
Willard
Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls Readers Note Real Estate Trends In Pierre Deals
A Sioux Falls man returning from Pierre reports that Pierre investors buy property there largely with outsiders, while Sioux Falls buyers snap up available local parcels and resist selling, signaling divergent market sentiment between the two cities.
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És Street
F M. Heaton
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D.C
Ie Foxton, M.D
Burnham, Treve
Ga W. Moody
Ofice
F. Sale
Huron National Bank
Daxora
Shannon & Lonagrarr
Aunow, Daxora
Shlannon & Spi Editers
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Duluth, Superior
West Superior
Oni
Duluth
Inuaipg
Minnesota
Mankato
S. E. Lankard
Mankato, Minn
Ole County
P. B. Lyon
Dak
Wilson M. Cash
E.c.ferry
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Mey
Third Street
Missouri Pacific
Jay
Hon. T. D
Corporal Tanner
Mathews’ Mail
Huuron
East
Honorife
Grand Army Boys
Jax G
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