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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1890
Page
2
Tax Exemption Valued at 200 Million in Iowa
The Iowa agricultural report notes property in the state exempt from taxation totaling 200 million dollars. The Louisiana aid society asks for national assistance for flood victims and urges prompt response from South Dakota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Agricultural Report
Louisiana Aid Society
South Dakota
Black Hills Vote Contest Thrives As Fort Pierre Competes
Suenans and Fort Pierre are seen as likely rivals in the Black Hills capital vote. HuRon reports a week of strong momentum, while the Knights of Labor push that Pierre needs work more than workers, signaling civic activity and demand for projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Fort Pierre
Black Hills
Huron
Loox
Roer
Reservation
James River
Pierre
Mrs King Bryant Visits Old Home After Haron Trip
Ta Mandun Daily reports Mrs King Bryant arrived from Haron and will spend several weeks visiting her old home. The note emphasizes her travel and planned stay, reflecting local social activity and family ties in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ta Mandun Daily Pioneer
Senator Power’s Montana tenure traced to Yarkton ties
Senator Power from Montana who drew the long term once lived in Yarkton. South Dakota can spare an occasional statesman to accommodate its neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Power
Montana
Yarkton
South Dakota
Dakota Rains Draw Praise Across South Dakota Towns
In South Dakota the weather dispatches spotlight Huron Aberdeen Watertown and Sioux Falls as especially blessed by recent rains. The report notes the rainfall’s notable impact on farming and local conditions across multiple cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota
South Dakota
Huron
Aberdeen
Watertown
Sioux Falls
NSW to spend 15 million on rabbit fence works
NSW officials propose expenditure of 15 million dollars to construct wire fences intended to deter rabbit depredations. The statement highlights the scale of the pest problem and government action to protect agriculture and land.
Representative Proxier backs liberal pension legislation
The passage notes that Representative Proxier acts with zeal for broad pension laws, aligning with Moody and Gifford who also served in the military, the Boys in Blue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moody
Gifford
Boys In Blue
Pierre Journal Replies On Railroads An Issue
The Pierre Journal retorts to a Parkston Advance suggestion on railroads stating Pierre is not serving rail interests for the state’s balance, implying local concerns drive its stance. The reply asserts focus on regional needs rather than statewide benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre Journal
Parkston
Pierre
Ten is Word of a Business Crash at Pierre
A Pierre business crash shocks the state as merchants and citizens express sympathy for affected entrepreneurs. The disaster impacts local firms and prompts broad concern among business circles statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre
A Watertown Friend Heavy Independent Capital Excitement
A Watertown editorial argues that political and financial energy should back manufacturing and city growth. It suggests redirecting capital from the last year’s penant into securing permanent industrial opportunities, noting Watertown’s stake in a future to sink or swim with the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watertown
Sioux Falls
Out of Politics Ha gen Favored for Capital
Sioux Falls notes from St. Paul Dispatch say nine of ten locals back Ha gen for capital. Voters focus shifts to city’s rapid improvements attracting investors and settlers as plans for a great new city unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
St. Paul
Hagen
Plan for Scot Dakota agency in Chicago to run world fair
Hagerty proposes a Dakota agency in Chicago to operate through the end of the world fair with estimated costs near 12 million dollars. The plan hinges on securing funds and raises questions about government financing and the agency’s temporary role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ation
Hagerty
Chicago
Capital Contest Debate Echoes in Wavering Forecast
The text questions why Pierze should oppose letting the public settle the capital contest this year and asks if she recognizes her weakness. It critiques a forecast that appears biased by last year’s date and suggests Huron might share the same stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierze
Huron
Piennet Seizes State Capital Amid Voting Disputes
The article claims Piennet won the capital through popular support amid a disputed election with about 80 000 votes cast and misrepresentation and fraud cited for over 10 000 votes. It asserts that the permanent capital has never been won by the candidate and suggests limited future prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Piennet
Pierre
Sven B Anthony Leaves Washington for Huron
ET Jessey reports to the Sioux Falls Press from Washington that Sven B Anthony departed this week en route to Huron. The note implies travel for undisclosed reasons and mentions Miss Anthony in the subject line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessey
Sioux Falls Press
Washington
Huron
Secret Lodge Powers Mentioned In Cronin Murder Oaths
Fragmentary text cites claims about a secret lodge and oaths connected to the Cronin murder. It references Boston and Salt Like City, and mentions Jesuits and British involvement as part of the alleged accusations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cronin
Soston
Moody Aids Soldiers and Irrigation While Opposing Canteen
Moody, a South Oak representative, is named as the youngest to preside in the upper chamber and backs bounties and pensions for veterans. He seeks irrigation funds to reclaim arid land. Critics urge no alcohol in canteens and ask for an amendment barring liquor for enlisted men at posts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Arid Region
Mary
Miss Harere Lavas notes on the Broadhead reservation debate
Miss Harere Lavas writes from Wisconsin and advocates for measured views on the newly opened Indian reservation. She counters sensational reports of mass migrations and violence, noting only a few boomer visits and that few intend to settle. The article explains the five year residence rule and the $1.25 per acre price to prove up, with limited land suitable for farming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harere Lavas
Huron
Touchmouth
Dakota Matters
Pierre
Broadhead
Missouri River
Irrigated land valued above sixty dollars an acre
Report notes that only lands with irrigation in America are valuable, with prices commonly stated at sixty dollars per acre or more. Observers with strong knowledge contest lower valuation claims and emphasize scarcity of irrigated plots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
National reform debate on army canteens and temperance
The document summarizes a House bill from the Military Committee proposing a $100,000 appropriation to establish army canteens replacing traders stores. It argues canteens promote discipline and temperance, keep soldiers within command, and reduce drunkenness and court martials, while the National Woman’s Christian Union rejects beer as a lesser evil and endorses temperance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
House of Representatives
United States of America
Congress
Military Committee
Ison
National
Woman's Christian A 9 Union
Ato Truth
Artesian Irrigation Plan Along James River Valley
Tux Honoware proposes advancing artesian irrigation by building canals along the James River valley from Aberdeen to Windsor Springs. Wells would feed the canals, creating vast reservoirs every mile. Estimated cost under $6000 per mile with land value gains of at least $20 per acre, or $25,000 per mile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James River
Aberdeen
Wessington Springs
Pierre Denounces the Laboring Men
The town of Pierre defends its employment record against walking delegates and idle laborers. It compares critics to a fable about a goose that laid a golden egg and was killed for not laying more. The paper says Pierre is employing more workers than any Dakota town and mocks outsiders seeking fifteen jobs on demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre
Pierre Capital
Northwest
Dakota
Huron
Large Immigration Promised Clark Pilot Review
Fred Ware returned last Friday from a business trip to New England states. He says farmers there earn less money than in South Dakota and predicts large immigration to the west soon. He doubts destitution stories and argues South Dakota is viewed as favorably as Kansas or Nebraska, with effort securing a full immigration share.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark
Fred Ware
New England
South Dakota
West
Kansas
Nebraska
Pettigrew Proposes Coinage of Silver and Greenbacks
Washington dispatches quote Senator Pettigrew urging to coin all silver produced in the country and issue greenbacks for bank notes retired or retired in the past. Pettigrew and Moody are highlighted as leading figures among the new states and allied with farmers on key issues.
Capital Fight Between Huron and Pierre Erupts Daily
The Volga Tribune notes a heated capital struggle between Huron and Pierre with daily knock-out blows. It questions where Woonsocket Capital Investment Company stands amid the clash and its potential role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Volga Tribune
Huron
Pierre
Woonsocket Capital Investment Company
South Dakota rains boost soil for farmers
The Sioux City Journal notes recent rains in South Dakota improve soil conditions and raise expectations for farmers, with favorable prospects and growing optimism for crop planting and yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City Journal
South Dakota
Six car loads of silver ore pass through Huron
Artesian Advocate reports a consignment of six car loads of silver ore traveling from Montana to smelting works in Omaha, routed via Huron recently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Artesian Advocate
Huron
Montana
Omaha
World Laughs With Us From Pierre Journal
A note from Huron in Pierre States the town will keep laughing until she recovers, with the lockjaw lasting about six weeks. The playful remark marks a local humor tone in the piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre
Huron
Grand jury pensions and canes mark first South Dakota district court
United States grand jury in Sioux Falls presented gold headed canes to U S Attorney Sterling and U S Marshal Fry, with honors to foreman Inman and Deputy Sundback. The judge noted juror duty is a government obligation and denied Sunday per diem except on relocation. Receptions and group photos followed, with departures for St Paul and Vermillion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Jury
Petit Jury
Argus
Dick Woods
Felix Curran
Alexandria
William B. Sterling
United States District Attorney
Mr. Sterling
United States Court For
District of South Dakota
United States
Sterling
Mr. Currian
John H. Alexander
Huron
Cyros
J. Fry
Peter
Sioux Falls
Charles T. Howard
A. Thompson
John Sundback
United States District Court
Pendar
Fry
St. Paul
Mr. Inman
Vermillion
Sioux Falls Party Papers Clash Over Local Election
The Sioux Falls Republican and Argue Leader criticize party organs for distorting issues. They say the recent municipal election concerned home rule for Ireland more than national politics. Porter Peck and Captain Willey are described as straight out Republicans. The Herald-Democrat acted too soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
Ireland
Porter Peck
Captain Willey
Herald-Democrat
Convention venue debate hits state GOP gathering
The Oelrichs Advocate argues Pierre should not host the Republican state convention, noting Huron’s past vote changes and crowd handling concerns. Pierre is described as less well prepared to manage a large crowd than Huron, stamping the debate with logistical worries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huron
Oelrichs
Black Hills
Pierre Papera
Pierre
Grace Patterson to study voice in Bogton this month
Mrs Grace Patterson will travel to Bogton later this month to pursue vocal culture and will devote her full time to singing there. She plans to return about July 1. Mrs E H Andrews will accompany her to Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Patterson
Pierre
Bogton
E. H. Andrews
Chicago
Patterson
Pierre's Scurvy Trick in Fort Pierre Pair Play
The text accuses Pierreites of crossing lines of propriety to lend influence for Stanley to win the county seat. It claims Fort Pierre would be justified in retaliation and condemns the actions as a scurvy trick, noting past and ongoing discontent with perceived impropriety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre
Fort Pierre
Stanley
Government survey corps hunt for Huron to locate stake point
The United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Corps and 200 government survey teams are ordered to search for Huron with their best instruments. A stake will be placed at the spot once located, serving as the starting point for further geodetic work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stong
United States
Agency
Securice
Coast and Geodetic Survey Corps
Huron
Excellent Soaking Rains Boost South Dakota Crops
Reports from a dozen points say Tuesday’s general soaking rain improved soil for sprouting crops. South Dakota farmers anticipate a good growing season as ground conditions turn favorable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Pierre Free Press Defends Labor Circular in Pierre
The Free Press defends a circulating labor circular saying unions in Pierre have taken the right course. The editorial states the facts as known will show no wrongdoing by the unions and urges public understanding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre
Free’ Press
Hand County Room Sees Few Settlers on Opened Reservation
Miller Prose notes that few actual farm settlers have reached Hand county since the newly opened reservation began. Only a small number are known to have entered Hand county in the first week of spring 1883.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hand County
Miller
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Knights of ‘Labor
New South Wales
Australia
Spokane
Iroquois
Hersits Bernite
Hyder Ali
U. S
Attorney Sterling
Marshal Fry
Foreman Inman
Marshal Sundback
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