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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1897
Page
4
The Grand Lodge L O O F will hold a meeting in Aberdeen on Tuesday May 18. Members are advised to attend as plans and business for the lodge year will be discussed.
A judge sentenced Trodel, identified as the Sanborn county rapist, to twelve years in the penitentiary. The conviction stems from a series of criminal assaults reported in the county.
Citizens debate whether Huron should mark Independence Day with a town celebration as the holiday approaches. Local leaders weigh costs, logistics, and community interest amid growing discussion.
The Deadwood Times and the Pioneer announce a consolidation. The move benefits Deadwood readers in multiple ways, promising broadened coverage and shared resources.
The Redfield Press and Hon. O. T. Howard engage in a public dispute through Spink county press. The parties note the conflict has gone far enough and suggest an end to further exchanges.
The Elkton Record notes Judge J. O. Andrews is out of the race for judge of the third circuit and Brookings county will back Hon. G. A. Mathews to the last for the position.
Lawmakers in Washington confront the Cuba question amid calls for real statesmanship. Voters urge restraint from jingoism and demand prudent, effective policy.
The Aspen Colorado bank collapse sparks a town name quip about its odd spelling with one S. The New York Tribune notes the mishap hints why Aspen may have aimed to be the state capital but missed the legislature. It adds a parallel with Huron losing the capital in 1890.
The Press Publishing Company of Sioux Falls completed the purchase of the Sioux Falls Press. Profitable six months prompt plans to build a brick block and install Linotype machines immediately.
Ex Secretary Richard Olney is reported to be pursuing a presidential bid and open to any financial policy. Bryan reacts with concern while Cleveland questions Olney’s adherence to sound money principles.
The Yankton Gazette notes Yankton owns a park but calls it neglected and unworthy of the name. It laments municipal officers’ failure to pursue affordable, beautifying improvements that many towns already boast, suggesting action 12 years overdue.
Senator Young of Kansas critiques legislature arguing the lawmaking process lacks required preparation and experience. He notes that unlike other trades, lawmakers are assumed ready at birth to handle the most demanding duties with no prior study or training.
Illinois lawmakers rejected the Humphrey bill after a Senate passage amid a costly lobbying effort. Chicago street car magnates reportedly spent $1,000,000 to back its passage, while the state press opposed the measure. Citizens in Chicago celebrated the defeat with large demonstrations.
The piece argues Hon. James McDowell would not quit office over Kyle’s endorsement and notes he seeks results. It also questions Frank Phillips’s willingness to leave the Watertown post office for Kyle’s backing and challenges Bowen’s assertions about lesser known names.
Aberdeen would gain a public building if the senate passes a bill allocating 100000 dollars for the project. The measure ties funding to approval in the upper chamber.
Report from Washington says the Morgan Cnulian resolution will surely pass. The note says it is good for Morgan and Cuba.
E. O. Sunderland, register of the land office at Fargo, is charged with dividing fees with attorneys who practice before the land office, and his removal is expected daily.
Bar silver trades at 60 cents per ounce while the Mexican dollar is 48 cents. The Mexican government stamp does not keep the coin above silver bullion value.
The piece criticizes delayed action on Cuba and urges independence for Cuba. It argues that Cleveland’s inaction should not guide a progressive administration and warns that prolonged delay will disappoint many American citizens.
President McKinley sent a special message to Congress urging a $50,000 appropriation to aid destitute Americans in Cuba. The Senate approved the measure and sent it to the House where an effort to include the Morgan resolution recognizing Cuban belligerents was postponed for discussion until Thursday.
The rumor claims banker Williams of Day county funds the challenge to the Lee board of Regents. It notes his bank holds Agricultural college funds totaling about 14 000 to 15 000 dollars, while a new law designates the state treasurer as custodian of state institution funds.
The supreme court backs Auditor Mayhew in requiring receipts for all state disbursements. The auditor acts as treasury watchdog and officials must obtain receipts for expenditures or cover the costs themselves.
The letter accuses a Washington writer of being paid by Senator Pettigrew to sow distrust among Republicans. It denounces the Kyle endorsement push as a tactic aimed at office seekers and notes openness to endorsements from friends if seen as helpful, despite personal political dislike.
The Huron board of education at Monday night’s meeting retires Professor Dakes and hires Mr. Jones of Chamberlain. Dakes is praised for his high teaching reputation and the schools’ strong condition. Personal board reasons prompted the change, but Dakes leaves the district with the schools in a higher standing and improved progress.
The Huronite among hundreds regrets the board’s action yet hopes it serves the schools well and extends a hearty welcome to Mr. Jones in our city.
The piece criticizes wheat yield forecasts by Van Dusen agents as unreliable until threshing reveals the truth. It also covers political infighting over a postmaster position in Armonar, responses from local editors, tariff reform ideas by Senator Cullom, and a Ferris-wheel like expo project carousal.
The piece surveys U S public opinion on Cuba and Hawaii annexation. It notes support for Cuba, divided views on annexing Hawaii, and cites Hon John W Foster who urges annexation as a strategic move to protect Pacific commerce and foster a strong English speaking nation under republican principles.
The Houronire reports a supreme court decision in the regency case that hints at grave questions over the proper submission of constitutional amendments. The case asks whether certain persons allied with the state as plaintiffs or the defendants have authority to oversee state educational institutions, with authority traced to 1890 and 1897 legislative acts. The court’s final ruling will likely test the validity of constitutional amendment proceedings.
Philadelphia hosts a ceremony with cannons from warships as the Washington monument is unveiled. President McKinley will deliver an address honoring the father of his country. The project, long delayed, marks a milestone in national memory.
Governor Lee and Auditor Mayhew debate which party saved the state credit by last winter’s warrants issue. Each sides with media leverage as their private secretaries and own newspapers turn the dispute into a test of journalistic endurance.
The Huron G A R veterans push B Clark for department commander and the Plankinton Standard supports his election, deeming him an excellent officer and urging voters to back him.
Mrs Susan L MeuNer of Pine Level Alabama credits Peruna and Man a lin with curing long term catarrh and heart related weaknesses. She notes improved sleep energy and ability to work and urges others to seek Dr Hartman s advice and the free book from the Peruna Drug Manufacturing Company Columbus Ohio.
List of overdue letters in Huron South Dakota for the week ending May 15 1897. Names include Will Foy Wm Peffercorn Nellie Walker and others. Advertised in the HuronITE with publication date and one cent stamp window fee noted by Postmaster J B Conay.
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