These are good corn days
The note indicates a plan to adjourn in three weeks. It references a Monday session and a favorable harvest period for corn, suggesting seasonal timing and procedural delay.
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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1900
Page
6
Sioux Falls Papers Cover Convention News In Creole Style
Sioux Falls newspapers report a convention with a creole influenced tone and local color. The articles emphasize community voices and cultural flavor shaping coverage of the event.
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Sioux Falls
Savings in Banks Rise From 369 to 419
In 1894 the average individual deposits in savings banks stood at 369 dollars, rising to 419 dollars in 19. The figures reflect a growing habit of saving among individuals across the period.
Sioux Falls Conven t Pleases Republican Party
The excerpt notes that the only party satisfied with the outcome of the Sioux Falls convention is the Republican Party. The line implies a partisan split with other groups discontent.
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Sioux Falls
Republican Party
Primary section halts campaign in Ellogg township
Ellogg township held a Friday primary section amid a campaign setback. The Sioux Falls convention disappointed residents and Wm. J. Bryan, with Congressmen Burke and Gamble heading to Washington on Saturday evening to attend the Sioux Falls gathering.
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Ellogg
Theampaign
Burke and Gamble
Washington
Sioux Falls
Weather and politics mix in Sioux as frost ends and homes bill passes
Report notes no frost forecast for Sioux next week and anticipates a hot time in the old town. It states the free homes bill is up to the president after passing both houses of Congress, signaling a major housing push.
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Sioux
Old Town
Congress
Sioux Falls Prepares for Republican State Convention Visitors
Sioux Falls gears up to welcome visitors and delegates for the Republican state convention with extended plans and events.
Fight Against Oleomargarine Bill Aids Butter Makers
Congress faces a push to pass the oleomargarine bill, seen as beneficial to butter producers and the dairy industry. The move aims to regulate substitutes and protect prices for butter makers.
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Congress
Sioux Falls Convention Aims to Thaw Ice Accumulation
Next week Sioux Falls hosts a convention intended to thaw ice buildup that formed during a populist gathering. The event focuses on resolving delayed ice-related issues and restoring normal conditions in the city.
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Sioux Falls
Money Circulation Growth Cited by Populists
The 1860 per capita money circulation stood at $13.85, rising to $25.75 by 1890. Yet populist critics argue against the notion of widening monetary expansion.
Sioux Falls Speech Echoes Ayres Praise
Governor Lee's remarks in Sioux Falls resembled Tom Ayres praise, suggesting Ayres authored the speech or its delivery and prompting questions about authorship and influence.
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Lee
Sioux Falls
Tom Ayres
Tom
Convention Fails to Nominate Ticket as Pettigrew Interferes
The national populist convention failed to nominate a ticket. Pettigrew's machine intervention halted the process, leaving the effort only half completed and unresolved.
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Pettigrew
Farm Painters Scarce as Barns Enter Update
The article notes widespread painting of barns across Kansas Nebraska and South Dakota lacing farms with fresh coats while a shortage of skilled painters limits full coverage. Strong regional reference to rural maintenance and labor scarcity.
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Kansas
Nebraska
South Dakota
Populist Oration in Sioux Falls Draws Small Crowd
Attendance at the populist oryention in Sioux Falls was disappointingly small. Tent receipts were not large enough to call the affair a financial success, bitterly disappointing Mr. Fox and his friends.
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Sioux Falls
Populist Machine Faces Test in County Senate Race
Don Medbery is Pettigrew’s choice for state senator from the county while the machine backs Hinckley the old war horse. Both men have strong followings and the contest promises to be interesting. It remains to be seen if Pettigrew can run things from Sioux Falls against the local machine.
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Don Medbery
Pettigrew
Hinckley
Frank Pettigrew
Sioux Falls
Hayes veto words haunt modern Democratic platform
The piece recalls President Hayes 1873 veto of the free coinage bill and its warning that it would fail to protect pre existing debts if coin value fell. It contrasts 1870s criticism with 1900s Democratic claims, deeming party consistency lacking.
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Hayes
Democratic Party
Kansas City
A Small Spark Makes a Great Fire
An ad touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a purifier and vitalizer of the blood to prevent diseases like scrofula and catarrh. It features a testimonial from Mrs. N. D. Kinney of Morris Connecticut claiming cure of consumption after taking the medicine.
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Hood
Sumor
Populist Leaders Face Push to Save Party at Sioux Falls
At the Sioux Falls convention populist leaders warned it is now or never to salvage the party. Thousands of populist voters had already quit the ship as the party drifted into the democratic fold and then into a fusion current.
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Sioux Falls
Kidd Attacks Constitution, Pushes Socialist Industrialism
In Canton chairman Kidd of the populist state committee derides Washington and Jefferson as failed. He advocates a new form of industrial government and a socialist flag replacing liberty. Once an anarchist and Democrat, he now leans socialist and unsure of his political lane.
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Kidd
State Committee
Canton
Washington
Jefferson
Sioux Falls
Wool Tariffs Shape Oregon Sheep Industry Says Local Speaker
County sheep raisers cite tariff history from McKinley and Dingley to the Wilson bill’s collapse of flocks. Oregon, a major sheep state, shows rising flock values and per sheep prices since 1898, with totals reaching 6.53 million and per animal figures above 160. Voters are urged to oppose free wool and free silver advocates.
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Oregon
Sioux Falls convention seals free silver ticket fate
The Sioux Falls national populist convention adjourned after nominating Bryan and Towne, creating a free silver ticket. Kansas City Democrats face endorsing or rejecting Towne, risking a split or a bond with populists. The move appears to be a last populist bid, likely ending after the 1900 campaign.
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Sioux Falls
Bryan
Towne
Kansas City
Democratic Party
Twenty ninth General Conference of Methodist Episcopal Church Opens
The twenty ninth general conference of the Methodist Episcopal church is in session in Chicago. The session will last a month and is described as one of the most important meetings in the church history. The history of the Methodist church is highlighted as highly interesting among Christian denominations.
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General Conference
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
Chicago
Methodist Church
Methodism and agriculture shine in America’s progress
The text praises Methodism showing a membership surge to 2 807 055 and praises its social impact. It notes higher farm land values, more sales, fewer mortgages, and the return of confidence among farmers who shift from free silver ideas to protection and prosperity as signs of an improving economy.
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Farmers of America
Miner’s Barbed Wire Profit Shown In Campaign Gift
A Beadle county farmer Charles Miner, a long time Republican, records that a $100 campaign contribution was forced by rising barb wire prices. He notes cattle prices rose as barb wire climbed from four cents a pound, claiming the farm market should profit all around to spur prosperity and a large county Republican showing in November.
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Charles Miner
Republican Campaign Fund
Miner
Beadle County
De Smet News: Freeman Knowles Defeated for Ward Alderman
Freeman Knowles of Deadwood, once a congressman, lost his bid for alderman in his ward at the recent election. He left for California to visit his brother and escape the jeers of uninformed critics.
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Freeman Knowles
Deadwood
Congress
California
Dewey Names Used Broadly Across American Life
The writer notes widespread use of the name Dewey on people and animals from a Black person baby to a jackass, saying many mules bulls dogs and cattle bear the Dewey name, suggesting overuse of the Dewey legacy.
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Harris
Iowa
Bee
Dewey
The New Financial Bill and the Banks
The Sioux City Journal reports over 4,000 applications for national bank charters with 25 000 capital in towns of 3 000 population since the new financial bill. Iowa leads with 38 applications, Minnesota next with 29, indicating surplus capital and demand for banking channels rather than a lack of facilities. Many private banks will convert to national banks to issue national bank notes.
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Sioux City Journal
Iowa
Minnesota
Advance in Farm Products under Republican Prosperity
The wage earner and especially farmers gain as prosperity revives. Prices for agricultural products rise, boosting livestock and crops. Last year’s farm output valued about 1.5 billion dollars more than during the Cleveland-Wilson era, a 31 percent overall rise. Livestock up 38 percent, crops up 25 percent. meat and dairy products lead a 40 percent increase from the prior low.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Brightens Health
A sunny face signals good health and happiness. The ad claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures dyspeptic symptoms strengthens the nerves and invigorates the system, transforming gloom into brightness.
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Hood
Hood's Pills Claimed Cure for Constipation
Advertises Hood's Pills as a non irritating cathartic for constipation sold by all druggists with a direct claim of cure.
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Hood
Sanitary Dustless Floor Brushs and Quick Sell Ads
Agents wanted in North and South Dakota to sell the Sanitary Dustless Floor Brush and other quick selling articles. Address S. A. Clark Willow Lakes. For sale a nice cottage in excellent repair inquire of M. Hopson. Very low excursion rates to Detroit via the North-Western Line for National Baptist Anniversaries May 23 to 29. dates of sale and limits apply to agents Chicago & North-Western Ry.
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North
South Dakota
S. A. Clark, Willow Lakes
8. D
Detroit
Mich
North-Western
National Baptist
Chicago & North-Western Ry
Reduced fares set for three day sale by athletic meet group
North Western Line announces reduced rates for May 16 17 and 18 with limited extension to May 19 for the S D I C Athletic association event. Apply to agents Chicago and North Western Ry.
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North-Western Line
S. D. I. C. Athletic Association
Chicago & North-Western Ry
Half rates to Sioux Falls excursion tickets offered
Round trip fare from all stations May 21 and 22 with limit May 25 on account of republican state convention. Apply to agents Chicago and North Western Ry.
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Chicago & North-Western Ry
Very Low Rates to New Orleans for Convention Trip
Low excursion tickets to New Orleans May 19 21 with travel window through May 29 offered by Travelers Protective Association of America. Tickets available via Chicago and North Western Railway agents for convention attendees.
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New Orleans
North-Western
Travelers’ Protective Association of America
Chicago & North-Western Rr
Very Low Rates to Washington and Chicago Train Offer
Announced limited travel rates to Washington D C and Chicago for trains arriving or departing between May 20 and May 21 with May 28 as the final date. Applies to agents for Nobles of Mystic Shrine annual meeting I C A O.
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North-Western
Chicago
I. C. A. O. Nobles of
Mystic Shrine
Chicago & North-Western Ry
To Cure a Cold in One Day Laxative Quinine Tablets
An old advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promising a 24 hour cure for colds. It claims all druggists will refund the money if no cure occurs and features a signature on each box.
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HE. W
Trees for 1900 Nursery Stock Available Now
J S Vanderburgh urges early orders for spring plantings offering shade ornamental and fruit trees along with shrubbery small fruits and flowers.
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J.S. Vanderburgh
Half Rates to St Louis Cursion Tickets Offered
Half rates to St Louis Mo cursion tickets available May 14 15 16 and 21 limited to June 2 on account of General Assembly United Presbyterian Church. Apply to agents Chicago North Western Ry.
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North-Western Line
General Assembly United Presbyterian Church
Chicago & North-Western Ry
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