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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1895
Page
4
The Houronire and the State Journal have merged and will mail to former State Journal patrons on the list until further notice. Only one copy will be sent and subscribers are asked to account for a single copy. Those dissatisfied may contact the office or write to the publishers. Saanvon & Lonastarr.
The message notes the T29th issue publicized since 1881, marking volume progress and a 15 year history. It describes the plant’s growth, commitment to the constituency, and plans for continued operation, emphasizing hard work, economy, and readiness for future booms.
A brief note compares sunshine costs to kerosene, highlighting lower expense and potential energy savings in South Dakota. The item emphasizes sunlight as a cheaper energy source.
A farm broadcast urges continuous work to keep stock fed as daylight lasts long. It notes nights are brief, giving workers limited time to complete tasks before darkness.
State official Todd serves in the Black Hills as part of the state’s geological outreach.
Weather page notes rain possible across the region with sunny spells between showers. Temperatures rise into the upper 60s to mid 70s, and outdoor plans may benefit from frequent bright intervals.
A new public building project gains momentum with rapid planning and funding moves not awaiting congressional approval, signaling expedited local government action and potential milestone for the community.
The report notes corn pushing through the soil in several fields and marks a good opening moment for harrow work as the season advances.
The discussion argues that silver coinage should focus on improving money quality and distribution rather than increasing supply, emphasizing better standardization and broader circulation.
A note urges steady effort during long days, emphasizing enduring persistence as the path to worthwhile outcomes. It motivates readers to stay at tasks, keep focus, and build lasting impact through consistent labor.
South Dakota appropriates 250 dollars annually for geological investigations while Minnesota previously budgeted over 50000 dollars in the same line last year.
The message urges steady progress by pushing ahead in all endeavors while leveraging rest. It emphasizes perseverance, timing, and using sleep as productive downtime to maximize future gains.
A critical line notes that newspapers reveal horror yet record fewer murders by population than since biblical Cain set the pace. The remark frames media coverage versus actual crime trends, suggesting selective emphasis and historical perspective.
Claus A. Blixt, convicted murderer of Kate Ging, is housed in Stillwater Minnesota penitentiary. His personal number 4171 and cell 202 are recorded. He is assigned to work in the shoe shop.
The Brookings Press urges city officials to adopt a curfew policy. The proposal aims to reduce juvenile crime and improve neighborhood safety by limiting evening street activity and enforcing youth containment after dark.
The article states Miss Willard is old enough to marry if the romance is genuine, noting the relationship represents a true, ages-appropriate love affair.
Ben Bixby was acquitted on trial for the murder of his wife in Hudson Wisconsin. The case drew local attention as prosecutors pursued charges alleging fatal harm to the spouse.
Pierre is said to have won a suit against her dives, a sharp repudiation delivered with force. The remark frames the victory as a strong rebuke and signals a decisive legal outcome.
Report notes a surge in gambling activity in Minneapolis with concerns about police response and public safety as residents consider staying away amid rising unruliness and calls for stronger enforcement.
The phrase links inflation fears to a so called silver wedding, suggesting instability and dishonesty in a marriage as a metaphor for economic trouble. The comment implies investors may use such unions as evidence of economic strain.
A note highlights Russian thistle as a substitute for lettuce in the kitchen. It proclaims the plant can be harvested and prepared into greens, claiming a robust flavor and practical use for meals. The text presents a culinary tip without broader context or sources.
Hon Thomas Rath former public lands commissioner married May 1 to Amelia M Bell of Waynesburg Pennsylvania in a small ceremony.
The text argues that supporters of a sound marriage would reject any silver wedding unless there is an international agreement. It frames the stance as conditional on broader consensus and diplomatic accord.
Chaos erupts as strikes and rioting threaten the Illinois Steel Company with over 3500 workers out of work just as new hiring begins, signaling severe disruption in manufacturing and labor relations.
H. M. Benedict, arrested for not returning Taylor, bound over to appear before Hughes county grand jury. Bail set at 2000 dollars after a short delay. He may rue his cat act.
William T. Love travels to London to attract capital for a major project while Augustine Davis pursues a development below Niagara Falls in New York. Friends back home hope both ventures attract millions and favorable support from investors.
May issue of the North American Review opens with Cardinal Gibbons article on the duties of religious ministers. It argues for a practical study of fellow men by clergy across creeds and stresses responsibility.
Mr. Thornbur, an Iroquois neighborhood farmer, hosts a visit about crop rotation and family plans. He has four sons in agricultural college with one due to graduate soon. He pledges to support their education despite the cost, hoping they become capable men.
A provocative polemic questions the existence and quality of democratic newspapers in Chicago and beyond. It laments fragmented opposition papers and asks where a united democratic press can be found in the year eighteen eighty nine ninety five.
Continued success to Bro. Maynard. His Kimball Index enters up on volume 14 with flying colors.
The Willow Lakes News marks its eighth year in publication, signaling continued service to the community and commitment to local reporting and civic engagement.
Bro. Geo. H. Hopkins of the Artesian Chronicle launches a new farmer publication titled The Rural Dakotan from his office.
A judge removes his conch named Conkoniayo to Aberdeen, noting the item’s origin is irrelevant as it comes with a roaring presence. The quirky transfer highlights an unusual legal or ceremonial action amid local interest.
The Hot Springs Star launches volume 10 signaling a strong start for the newspaper as staff cheer the effort with hopeful phrases and encouragement for continued success.
The Tyndall Tribune reports a lost pink silk garter with a pink bow advertised as missing. The paper notes a local man knows its location but county officers will not issue a search warrant to seize it.
Barcroft succeeds Burt Blosser as speaker in Wessington Springs with a concise address. The True Republican remains favored on the Huronite list of political outlets.
A Vermillion Republican editor muses about returning to boyhood to relearn churn and recalls a business aunt who could remove foolishness from a boy, reflecting on formative lessons and memories.
In Hughes County officials discard poll tax and impose a new tax on all hogs over three months old. The move expands age restrictions and broadens the tax base. Local authorities cite simplified collection and broader revenue potential.
Don Dickinson, a democratic statesman, endorses buying Cuba for a reasonable figure. If that fails, he suggests removing Cuba from Spain’s control.
In reflective prose the writer weighs Frances Willard’s enduring influence against Queen Elizabeth I. The piece questions which reign would glow brighter to future generations of the virtuous, pitting American reformer against British sovereign in a moral landscape.
A Chicago expose reveals a million dollar scheme and payrolls listing dead workers across public works. The author calls for real reform beyond sensational headlines and criticizes scare tactics in reporting municipal corruption.
The Wessington Times says Huron avoids sand and jokes about Aberdeen News and Pierre Free Press for colder days. It asks the Herald-Democrat to send the post office addresses of those papers.
Prof Lawrence McLouth former South Dakota youth, eldest son of Dr Lewis McLouth president of the Agricultural College, has been chosen for the chair of Germanic Language and Literature at the old University of the City of New York with a salary of $3500. The note adds a wry remark on emigration from South Dakota and the lure of invitations.
The author argues that combinations can improve public goods at lower costs, warning against fear of potential power. In a liberal government, such groups are speculative players entering a field with many unseen competitors. They should not fear innovations that enhance efficiency, so long as they monitor risks without stifling progress.
History records Blaine and Gresham as secretaries of state.
A man was fined five dollars for throwing paper into the street. The incident reflects strict enforcement of public cleanliness with penalties for littering.
Bond markets in South Dakota remain strong across state, school, regular and refinancing issues. Investors consistently pay above par for these securities, reflecting solid demand and confidence in the state's fiscal instruments.
A Minnesota reform proposal increases spending for higher education beyond South Dakota’s total state expenditures. The comment highlights a stark funding gap as lawmakers push for greater investment in colleges and universities.
Bro. John Cogan becomes president of the Sioux Falls city council and acting mayor amid local goodwill. The Cogan family appears influential, and residents express generally positive sentiment about the arrangement.
A fragment urges practical limits on perception and monetization. The speaker calls for genuine honesty in how we hear and see, warning that overindulgence harms the senses and credit.
H. M. Benedict is in Pierre under arrest for complicity with Taylor's crime. He, advised by attorneys, will refuse to speak. The case expects further investigation as authorities pursue additional suspects.
The speaker extols a future state as one of the richest in the nation with five million people and ten billion in wealth, asking listeners if they stand with the plan. The rhetoric emphasizes growth, schooling, and long term prosperity as core aims.
The ambitious Argue us Leader now publishes three editions per day. Patrons praise its material success while critics lament its aggressive tactics that helped democratic hosts secure large victories in the state.
The A. O. U. W. added nineteen lodges in the past year in South Dakota. By May 1 the Dakotas reported 9,411 members in good standing with insurance amounts totaling nearly nineteen million dollars. The order is noted for doing great good.
Since leaving Wolsey Jesse Steele has been sick with lung trouble. Alex Allen of Allen township is dangerously ill but may recover. Little Nelson Snyder nearly caused a fire in Wolsey by burning Russian thistles under a sidewalk. Cattle move in 250 lots from Minnesota toward westward grazing grounds. Cooper and Borah lie 600 feet deep with another well two miles north of Bonilla.
The Argus Leader notes a gulf between the governor and the Huronite editor, likely self created by the governor and not a broad public rift. The editor, a Republican, has dealings with party figures and state leadership, while the governor’s friends may overestimate a looming U.S. Senate bid. The Mourzonne lists no grudges, and friendly barbs are harmless.
The resignation of Dr. McLouth as president of the Agricultural College is accepted and a senate candidate may be sidetracked by a chair offer. Friends say he has kept school and can teach farming, while the metaphor suggests harmony once the doctor is fully onboard.
A Minneapolis Journal editorial criticizes free silver advocates and argues for a true dollar standard. The piece questions why the gold dollar should not contain a dollar’s worth of gold, and suggests demonetizing both metals to restore real monetary value. It asserts both metals should be money with actual value rather than promises to pay.
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader argues that crude oil remains cheaper than twenty years ago and credits private competition with steady advances in production refining and distribution. It asks if government ownership would have spurred similar innovation and warns that monopolies may erode incentives and invite corruption and factional capture.
Wolsey Journal notes Haror pushes ahead with a $2500 city hall project in a period of South Dakota economic strain. The article highlights her recent legal victories and growing confidence.
Mrs Eugene Steere sustained a painful injury last evening after stepping on a nail that penetrated her foot to a considerable depth. The incident occurred in Pierre.
Great Scott describes Z D Scott of alliance fame who has moved to Mississippi and with a small group of socialistic allies organized a cooperative colony. They purchased land near the bay and plan to live on fish and oysters while pursuing their dreams.
Receipts at the Locke hotel bar during the recent legislative session totaled 6900 dollars. Prohibition headquarters stood nearby and prohibition leaders could have enforced the statute if they wished.
J. G. Donnelly of St. Paul dug up sixty three bodies at Fort Sully in two and a half days and delivered them at the station. He earned three hundred fifteen dollars, about two hundred fifty dollars net, with bids from Pierre parties ranging nine dollars seventy five cents to twenty seven dollars per body. Pierre contractors apparently avoid handling the dead.
Aberdeen News reports Judge Edgerton spoke with a News representative before court. He praised his southern trip for health benefits and southern hospitality in Little Rock and the region. He notes lingering fatigue but shows renewed vigor and long potential service ahead. Aberdeen welcomes the esteemed guest.
The Vermillion Republican notes Prof. Todd’s geology report draws requests from across states. It highlights his eight years with the U S geological survey and his mastery of South Dakota formations. Iowa funds geology work more than South Dakota, though the state offers a rich field for study.
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