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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1903
Page
8
An advertisement extols Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment as multipurpose remedies to prevent baldness, cleanse the scalp of crusts and dandruff, destroy hair parasites, soothe irritation, nourish hair roots, and promote healthy growth. The copy also touts broad worldwide sales and diverse uses for skin and nursery care amid a funeral notice for John B. Carter and a G A R memorial service.
John B. Carter a pioneer and builder of South Dakota era, dies at 72 near Huron after a long life of Civil War service, railway work, and public duty. Born in Dresden Ohio, lived in Indiana and Minnesota before settling in South Dakota, survived by widow Margaret J. Carter and daughter Mrs. Chas. E. Barrows. deeply mourned by community and family.
J M Scott recounts leaving the United States for Alberta Canada and warns others against promises of rich wheat lands. He cites failed crops, deep cold, harsh winters, poor yields, and political manipulation to portray western Canada as a land of opportunity. He urges readers to stay in the states and avoid Canada’s western territories.
Scott's Emulsion is advertised as vital for men women and children. It pledges flesh strength for recovery from wasting diseases and as a sustaining food and tonic for growth pale girls and thin sickly boys. Free samples offered. Scott & Bowne chemists New York. 50c and $1.00.
Hukoonite announces a major upgrade adding a folder, filat opening book machine and new job faces to its printing office. Negotiations are underway for a Lino type Mergenthaler costing 4000 dollars to further enhance the plant making their equipment second to none in the state.
J T Ohlwine and James Murphy of Hitchcock report from Sioux Falls where they attended a state camp session. Debate on readjusting assessment rates dominated, with Sioux Falls Press noting opposition to the committee plan and a lean toward moderation. State officers elected include Bancroft, Nelson, Ohlwine, Robinson, McvUaffree, Bennett, Voorhees, and Bentley.
Advertisement urges Hood's Sarsaparilla as a tonic to preserve health, prevent sickness, and sustain appetite, strength, and endurance. It claims early use avoids debility and cites its role in maintaining an even health balance.
A new timetable goes into effect Sunday May 10 for the Dakota Central. Trains serving Huron will adjust arrival and departure times including No 503 east at 8 15 p m and No 14 east freight at 5 30 a m and No 503 west at 8 45 p m. Also notes promotional line about Crosse and Blackwell pickles at Corley’s.
Regular city council meeting with most aldermen present. New sewers ordered on Illinois and Utah streets, and Kansas street improvements. Jail renovation directed. Liquor sale to minors banned with strict penalties. Pound master to oversee stray herd. Western Town Lot Co. tax abatement granted. Weekly World named official organ despite legal paper question. Fire Chief Ritszhlag report received.
The Huron Concert Orchestra secured Daum's Opera House for May 15 as their last dance before Daum builds a new opera house. The previous event drew over sixty couples and invites will be issued soon. Also offered are low excursion rates to the Sonic meeting in Deadwood via the North Western line with June 5–6 sale dates.
Advertisement features urging mothers to treat seasonal complaints with Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for children claiming relief from stomach issues headaches and worms. States price 25 cents and samples available by mail from Allen S. Olmsted New York.
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