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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1905
Page
4
A Sioux City dispatch notes a rumor that a local firm has a contract to extend the Great Northern from Huron to Chamberlain, which the Hunonire denies confirming. The report appears unfounded, with no official word from St. Paul and no immediate rail plans disclosed.
A winter day in Chicago moving to a verdict that small towns like Sioux City Sioux Falls and Hu ron offer a better life. The speaker praises country air and nature songs while noting city noise and crowds cannot compare to peaceful rural living.
The council chose not to close Wisconsin Illinois and Ohio streets and passed an ordinance granting Great Northern the right to cross. The decision avoids court action and resolves an embarrassing situation with mature consideration.
Fragmentary quotation notes Chicago streets are partially controlled as the city eyes a takeover of its street car system.
A Business Men's Association committee visiting Chicago to buy parts of Block 21 Capitol Hill returns to Huron. President Hughitt, Land Commissioner Cleveland, and Whitman meet them. Block 21 is declared not for sale. Oscar Ricker plat shows a park and two blocks east of Dakota Avenue. sketch left with Cleveland. Hughitt trusts local people to protect North-Western interests and reach a fair adjustment.
A businessmen's organization debates publicity for its projects. The rule proposed favors publicizing only final results to avoid tipping rivals to planned moves. Premature notices could attract competing cities and jeopardize the project.
The Sioux Falls Press reports a Sioux City firm secured the contract to build the extension of the Great Northern from Huron to a northern destination. The move signals a major railroad project advancing through the region with potential economic impact.
The article portrays Kittredge as a careful, disciplined statesman who never seeks glory but earns respect through mature judgment and thorough investigation. It recounts a defining moment when Hale urged a quick vote, and Kittredge declined to play along, choosing to push his bill through by personal appeals and clear rationale rather than loud oratory.
City voices demand for a large deep sewer to handle surface waters and drain basements. Private damages to property rise with seasons, stressing the need for a comprehensive drainage plan.
The report exaggerates Great Northern plans to seize North Western shops. Local readers are urged to ignore idle chatter not connected with railroads and avoid unnecessary street paving or skyscraper projects prompted by these rumors.
The May issue of School Life in Chicago features two sketches by A J Arnold. Son of H Arnold of this city, he studies design at the Chicago Fine Arts School and already attracts attention for his notable skill. He aims to develop his gifts further.
Ten days after favoring Rojest yensky to defeat Togo Admiral Dewey now reverses his stance. The note asks which opinion is his and which belongs to his wife, highlighting a conflicting public statement.
The James River Valley has endured heavy rainfall totaling four and sixty nine hundredths inches since May. The deluge continued through the recent hours, saturating soil and swelling waterways as residents monitor flood risks and reporting stations track the unusual precipitation.
The piece rails at Dowie and the temperance cause with Old Maids versus Old Frauds while noting Woonsocket’s bid to lure Jim Hill and a $10,000,000 stock issue by Chicago North-Western for a Pierre to Black Hills extension. It mentions hay prospects in the James river valley, Nan Patterson’s trial, lumber price hikes, and growing deficits in Uncle Sam’s accounts.
A local observer notes that spring has not fully arrived as cold remains, keeping winter underclothes on and the coal burning stove active. The remark reflects lingering chilly conditions and cautious optimism in the community.
Pierre marked the corner stone ceremony for a new Federal building with Senator Gamble taking part in the events. The observance included formal exercises and remarks from officials.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a notice offering to buy sell insure or borrow against city or farm property in Barard Beach Houghton Block. The readable portion suggests a general real estate or loan advertisement without clear dates names or precise locations.
A historical note states Mayor Dunne finds office free of unpleasant features despite the loss of a steamer valued at ninety thousand dollars, and hints that a Dimity ball would be a fitting response or social event.
A classified notice inviting readers to contact the Richards Trust Company for loan options and farm buying or selling services. It promotes financial assistance and agricultural property deals through the trust firm.
A Wichita Kiowa Missouri Pacific line story in the Atchison Globe recounts Joe Tack claiming Kodol Dyspepsia Cure cured his stomach pains and even helped others. The ad-like notice promotes Kodol as a universal digestive remedy sold by Holland Wheeler.
Advertised letters list for the Huron post office includes Walter Becker Dearduff H E Dennis J V Dunnavant Gromsill Oeard Knudsen Halvard Lorenzo J Riedel E H Ringer E Thompson Arthur Weat M S Weston W H Joan Lonestarr Postmaster.
Itching blind bleeding or protruding piles promised cure with PAZO OINTMENT. Refund if it fails in 6 to 14 days. First application brings relief. 50c. If unavailable, send 50c in stamps to E. R. Pa Zo Co. St Louis Mo.
A testimonial praises Dr. A. W. Chase Nerve Pills for relief during life changes and to strengthen nervous systems. A mother and daughter report diminished nervousness and fatigue, restored color and school performance. Sold by local dealers and a South Dakota pharmacist. portrait and signature shown.
Col John H King announces the U S Supreme Court again ruled in his favor in the O'Brien county Iowa litigation. The decision, opposing Jewett of St Paul, aligns with prior rulings and marks the end of the long case, aside from homestead rights settlements. King also notes Judge Vandiventer's career arc and the substantial six figure sums involved.
A vintage ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills claiming health benefits such as rosy cheeks bright eyes and firm muscles. The copy notes drug store availability at Holland Wheeler’s and mentions excursion tickets to an intercollegiate athletic meet at Yankton via the North-Western Line offering reduced rates on specific dates with limited return.
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