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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1883
Page
2
The fragment announces a weekly paper published each Thursday. Augustine Davis is named editor and proprietor. The piece highlights the paper as possibly the best in the area for baking recipes and other contents. May 3 is indicated as a Thursday publication date.
The city hosts Secretary Gv. IL Ma and Hugh Campbell as supporters of a constitutional convention. Delegates discuss forming a state constitution and seeking admission to the Union while opposing disruptive elements. Pennington Hughes and Hand advance plans for delegate provision as Beadle ponders assembly duration.
A writer criticizes liquor sales to drunks and minors as grave crimes. The article references discuss in forums and notes Fred G. Bowman’s Pan Bean Pioneer, a new six column folio in Dakota, with LeBeau given a favorable send off in its debut edition.
The LeBeau Leader amid Republican office ties faces scrutiny over favoritism toward women and liquor access described as revenuers of social code. The piece credits Times for chivalrous coverage and reflects conflict between town offices and press.
The Times notes the abstinence doctrine as a moral good for the community while warning prohibition can harm society. It argues that capital moves away from places with strict prohibition and questions entrusting money to those in power who advocate such hobby.
A line of eccentric prophecy emerges with a figure named Black claiming divine messages in Illinois. He appears connected to a Hiram College context and declares Jews will convert within 1947. He forecasts the millennium arriving in 1987.
LeBrav rapidly moves into South Dakota towns as Winona reports a single day sale of five thousand dollars worth of lots. The event showcases strong demand and brisk activity in the local real estate market.
L Benton of Benton Waldo Co claims a self spacing type will revolutionize composition. The new method charges each letter with a unit space, making letters vary by width but retain appearance, enabling faster setting and potential accuracy across all type forms.
Fargo officials and Cates discussed a proposed extension of the Burlington Cedar Northern line from Worthington Minnesota to Fargo via Lake Kampeska. The route would reduce distance from Worthington to Fargo and may connect through Pipestone Murray and Brookings counties toward Watertown.
A damaged fragment warns of illegal fishing and cites Chapter 79 laws of 1881. It states fishing is unlawful except by angling with hook and line in lakes and streams within the territory, and violators face penalties including imprisonment.
A fragment discusses a proposed rule in Oregon requiring every drinker to obtain a license costing two dollars annually and notes enforcement hinges on possessing the document. The text hints at a controversial approach to regulating alcohol consumption.
A retaliatory mob assault near Creel City fatally wounds Fred Ward and Charlie Ward as they shelter in a shanty. The attack follows a land dispute linked to a real estate venture. Bodies found near Devil's Lake. inquest held at Minnewaukan. Chicago connections noted.
The writer laments New York women's beauty, describing many as pale and sallow. He contrasts this with admired beauties like Adelaide Neilson and Alice Dunne, noting occasional pretty girls in cities but no truly beautiful women. The passage reflects a dated opinion on female appearances.
A reflection on smiles as powerful social tools that calm conflicts, influence behavior, and uplift communities. The author argues a genuine, spontaneous smile can deflect fights, improve moods, and guide both individuals and crowds toward gentler conduct, likening it to a universal, affordable remedy.
A reader recalls old weapons from the Civil War era including a long knife and mentions the panic and nostalgia of 1860s battles. The text drifts into recollections of Richmond and Oshkosh statements, noting frustrated plans and the unreliable memories of that period.
An 1881 era page fragment lists arnica salve claims and trials with prices, then shifts to short notices about rowing birds contest and land claims. Singaporean? No. It includes several $0.45 and $1.00 price references and multiple names, places, and dates for legal land filings and witnesses.
Notice states a special election will be held on Saturday May fifth 1883 to decide authorization to levy a one mill special bridge tax for the year 1888 and a one mill tax for other needs. Voters will cast tickets marked For One Mill Special Bridge Tax or Against. Election hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the polling place in Beadle County with tickets written or printed.
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