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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1904
Page
4
The Sioux Falls Press critics equal taxation as a constitutional issue and accuses a Pickler plank of being a fake for gallery purposes. It argues corporate property is visible and properly assessed while individuals evade taxes, urging investigation to expose false conclusions.
The Crawford following resists adding an equal taxation plank to the Republican state platform, arguing the constitution already binds taxes. Section 2 of Article 11 requires uniform taxes on real and personal property by value with legislative rules for assessment, and to apply to corporations as well.
The state convention is over and the ticket is named. Crawford received 226 votes and Elrod 788, showing the opposition’s defeat. The HuRontTE hails the victory of the state organization and urges Republicans to accept the result with good will.
In a motion condemning Catholic attitudes toward public schools, Chief Justice Lohr of Delaware praised the church’s work in shaping a class of people for the country’s welfare. He expressed support for evangelizing efforts aiding uplift rather than encroachment.
The convention had 1014 delegates each representing 50 voters from farms banks bars and stores. The chairman recalled a 74 member State convention to show representation and the delegates were chosen to reflect statewide sentiment, a fact deemed undeniable.
A brief classified notice invites readers to obtain loans or financial services from Richards Trust Co of Huron offering farm credit and trust products. The item emphasizes local lending and trust services for rural financial needs.
The South Dakota Republican convention nominated Sam H. Elrod of Clark for governor on the first ballot with 788 votes to 226 for Crawford who was the sole opponent. J E McDougal won the lieutenant governorship, D D Wipf the secretary of state, and several incumbents were renominated by acclamation.
A Journal-World retrospective details Charles Kelley’s alleged crimes including a prior arrest by the sheriff for theft from the Great Northern, forged documents such as the Warble deed, the Glad Hand saloon incident, embezzlement threats, and misdemeanors tied to his notary public duties.
A forger remains a criminal even if the author escapes court or punishment. forging another's name to deeds or instruments constitutes crime and the act itself is the commission of a crime, a key legal step toward accountability.
The Republican National Convention will ratify Roosevelt by acclamation and maintain a harmony focused platform aligned with prior party statements. The event aims to avoid unsettling business conditions or poll outcomes. At Brookings, the Grand Lodge AOUW SD convenes with notable figures cited to illustrate factional shifts.
The passage praises widows and orphans while noting Warren County Iowa Republicans reject four years of primary elections by a three to one vote, returning to caucuses. Beadle County Republicans corroborate the primary system's failure. The Journal-World defends its owner regarding Mr Chamberlain, who remains with Kelley and Chamberlain, inviting scrutiny.
Col. Melvin Grigsby resigns as Alaska attorney general and will turn the office over to his successor before returning to Sioux Falls. The noted legal figure departs after serving in the post.
A fragmented editorial passage argues wealth gaps shape politics and that taxes should be set by property owners, mentions Debs as Socialist nominee, then lists records of large government warrants for projects from Panama Canal to Louisiana purchase, with dates and payouts.
Opening day visitors to the St. Louis worlds fair faced steep prices with a five cent water, a five dollar grass seat, and bench rests at about fifty cents each, illustrating sharp costs amid courteous claims.
Thomas R. Brown, once secretary to ex Mayor Ames of Minneapolis and a key state witness against Ames, faces trial for forgery tied to actions from years past. The case casts doubt on the severity of forgery and the meaning of criminal intent in Minneapolis.
The Democrat accuses county Republicans of backing a forger while the Bunnies support the claim only if forgery is proven. They warn that concealed forgery could still mislead, but otherwise election outcomes hinge on proof.
The Democratic and Republican parties span the political spectrum. It would be proper to nominate Mr Hearst to challenge Roosevelt, as the two men stand as opposite poles of politics.
The piece contrasts Uncle Joe Cannon’s preference for his own shoes with those designed for the vice presidency. It notes that while VP shoes are not to be despised, they frequently lead him toward the White House and its implications.
Hearst's campaign surge is fueled by money and hired strategists, boosting delegates to unexpected places. The blend of capital and expertise broadens Hearst access and influence across distant states.
Senators Kittridge, Gamble, and Congressman Martin and Burke are mentioned in a terse political note. The snippet lacks context, but lists four named officials likely connected to a legislative matter or regional issue. Further details are unreadable in the fragment.
The American Economist notes that Representative Campbell of Kansas argued the Protection policy preserves the American market for domestic manufactures and, in turn, allows manufacturers to buy American farm products. He asserts this mutual benefit has established a high standard of living and wages, a case well stated in few words.
The piece accuses local Republicans of mismanaging Hon. Doe Crawford’s campaign and driving him to defeat to advance Kelley Chamberlain Wilson and allies, alleging their ambition to rule the county and overlook their own defects. It critiques the nomination process and political ends.
The passage notes that despite apparent subservience, the populace gained nothing in return. It highlights dissatisfaction with authorities and the unmet needs of citizens who seek tangible relief or reform.
The Chicago ice companies announce a general price increase explaining that unusually thick ice last winter required extra labor costs. The note suggests a parallel for western farmers that when grain crops are heavy and harvesting costs rise, grain prices should rise accordingly.
The well known Bishop Turner of the African Methodist Episcopal church believes the Negro race will never reach its proper sphere in the United States and that their welfare lies in returning to Africa, from which they were brought years ago.
Reverend Merrill Bishop of the Methodist Church will retire from active ministry after fifty nine years of faithful service. He devoted seven decades to parish work, preaching, and community guidance within the denomination.
The Great Northern Railway runs a popular excursion to St Paul and Minneapolis. Depart Huron at 4 50 p m Saturday May 14 arriving St Paul 4 45 p m Minneapolis 5 15 p m Return trains depart Minneapolis 7 30 p m St Paul 8 09 p m May 15 and Minneapolis 7 10 a m St Paul 7 40 a m May 16. Fare four dollars round trip.
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