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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1897
Page
4
The Mitchell Daily Republican will discontinue its Sunday edition. A heavy snow storm hit Ohio and the cold spring harmed eastern crops. Speaker Reed's policy has House endorsement, and pop sentiment targets the czar again.
The Black Hills will stage an exhibit at the Omaha exposition. The Hills people advocate advertising and claim success through their promotional efforts.
The Tennessee Exposition opens May 1 after President McKinley pressed the ceremonial button to inaugurate the event and kick off the showcase.
Close associates say Clevelana is seeking the presidency though some observers doubt the bid. The note hints at lingering questions about timing and popular support.
A harsh editorial advocates using a club to knock down snarling curs and whelps of low degree when they bark and bare their teeth, presenting strong punishment as the remedy.
The Greek royal family, led by the crown wearing monarch, appears increasingly unpopular in Athens as public sentiment grows uneasy toward the royal presence and its role. The king's health and leadership are under scrutiny amid mounting discontent.
John V. Crum, once hailed as the world’s fastest runner, died suddenly in Des Moines Monday from appendicitis. The former Iowa sprinter had been a prominent track figure and was widely respected in the racing community.
A critical piece by Tom Watson on silver policy may be adapted to the current South Dakota dispute over appropriations. The suggestion is that Watsons argument could sharpen arguments and sway public opinion in the press.
The Salem Special released an extra April 27 issue featuring a new birth edition noting a baby girl weighing eight pounds. The paper's sanctum plans a brighter outlook with her arrival.
The Turks defeated the Greek forces at Pentepigadia driving theGreeks from the field as their army fled in retreat. Turkish troops routed a large Greek contingent and captured the position without significant resistance.
Four European powers including Russia Germany Austria and France pledge to guarantee Transvaal independence and oppose British colonization, raising prospect of conflict if Britain pursues control of South Africa.
The Iroquois Chief reaches the age of ten and is praised as a capable Republican paper in the state. Dick Halladay deserves a larger field due to his evident ability and leadership.
A plea urges Washington lawmakers to apply cloture to end prolonged tariff talks and pass a protective tariff. The author argues that the people demand action and Congress should act immediately to implement the tariff policy.
A Pierre dispatch reports Governor Lee will appoint the committee authorized by the last legislature to investigate, despite questions about the legality of funding the commissioners’ salaries.
A local notice argues H. Anderson, a clerk in the auditor's office, failed to act as an honest man. It adds that defending and keeping him in office would change the question regarding Auditor Mayhew.
The Sioux Falls Press notes scandal rumors about Pickler have not yet reached this region. The item claims the alleged reports began and ended within the Press office, with rumors spreading faster than lightning.
William J. Deboe wins the Kentucky legislative vote on the 412th ballot with 71 ballots, ending a bitter contest in the Blue Grass state. His election gives Republicans control of the U S Senate as the chamber stands with Republicans.
Democrats tally 43 to 32 for populists and silver Republicans with 12 independents. Kyle's support could force a tie, and a vice president's deciding vote would yield only a bare Republican majority.
The Argus Leader and Yank ton Gazelle spar over appropriations. Voters object not to the totals but to their necessity, arguing that if funds exist they must be provided.
The Hurontre seeks to win Iowa state printing for 60 percent less than the current bidder. If awarded at current price, they would retire after two years and display their diamonds. Stratton's Cripple Creek gold mine is not involved in the Iowa contract.
The remains of General Ulysses S. Grant lie entombed beside the Hudson in a marble monument rising 150 feet high. Nations' leaders attended a national, non sectional tribute to the late general whose life and words endure, particularly his motto Let us have peace.
A Kentucky senator elect, Wm J Deboe, is depicted as poor yet capable, arguing that brains and effort, not birth or wealth, shape American success. The piece asserts equality before law and cites many famed leaders who rose from poverty to power.
The Sioux Falls Press defends Major Pickler to win sympathy from Republicans and encourage desertion from the party. The HuronIne backed Pickler since 1889, helping him win reelection every two years, and proposed his name for pensions commissioner under McKinley.
The article recalls Pickler’s political career from 1883 to 1896, noting his roles in the territorial legislature and Interior Department inspector position, and his repeated nominations for Congress. It argues his defeat was costly to the party, defends advertising as essential business practice, and asserts a shift toward modern, aggressive marketing, citing tin plate industry gains and domestic production triumphs.
Tom denounces Bryan for overemphasizing silver, calling the issue a single beaten path. He questions Sewall’s prominence and laments the neglect of other concerns. He accuses “utterly selfish” silver mine owners of steering populism and harming the People’s Party.
The piece argues that business methods and tools have transformed, with travel for goods and in-person visits reduced. It credits newspaper advertising as a foundational success factor, likening its necessity to a hammer for a blacksmith and asserting that modern trade relies on prompted advertising to sustain commerce.
The 1890 tariff debate reshaped American industry as tin plate, once rare here, began to be produced domestically. Opponents argued free trade would keep prices high and British control, but a two cent per pound duty passed, despite fierce political backlash in the election.
The Watertown Public Opinion notes the legislature passed a resolution directing Gov. Mellette to restore the homestead to Mrs. Mellette. It explains the legal chain of deeds and notes Attorney General Grigsby’s February opinion that no constitutional provision blocks the restoration, with potential shifts if his view changes.
London reports the Greek cabinet opts to continue the war with 14 Crete officers recalled to Thessaly. Velestino remains held but exhausted, while Turkish columns advance on Pharsalos and Volo threatening a Greek retreat to Domokos amid shifting diplomacy.
The May 3 meeting unanimously adopted a resolution mourning Rev. John Marshall former pastor of the Presbyterian church and member of the association. It extends deepest sympathy to his bereaved family and prays for God’s comfort through the gospel of Christ. Rev. O B Crank president S D Works secretary.
An old advertisement promotes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething babies. It claims to soothe the child ease gum pain cure wind colic and relieve diarrhoea priced at twenty five cents per bottle.
London report from Velestino notes 12,000 Turkish attacks on Greek defences at a railway junction. A 1,500 Circassian cavalry charge aimed to seize a field battery, but flanking Greek fire repelled them, leaving the wheat fields strewn with dead. Greek morale and leadership under Generals Smolenski and Jannikosta praised.
From Athens on May 5 Colonel Tosame des, war minister, and Interior Minister Theotokis reportedly view the Pharsalos defense and troop positions favorably. Conflicting reports say Edhem Pasha seeks five days armistice or that armistice exists by tacit accord, while another account places him awaiting reinforcements for attacks on Pharsalos and Volo. Admiral Tamatello may be ready to thwart Turkish moves along coastal roads to seize Volo.
Athens envoy reports M. Ralli saying the Pharsalos reports promise a strong defense as Turkish attack looms. Front line in battle array, heroic preparations completed, and morale boosted by the Velestino victory with vast captures of arms ammunition and horses.
Voto May 5 reports most residents have left for Athens and Puboea island. The town calms with arrival of Greek squadron and French British and Italian warships. About two hundred French sailors patrol streets to reassure inhabitants.
The Greek government has recalled Colonel Vassos from Crete and named Colonel Staikos to command Greek forces on the island. The move comes as Athens reorganizes its defense leadership in Crete.
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