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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1908
Page
6
A late 19th century Chicago Record straw poll predicts Taft ahead in South Dakota by 14 268 while rail interests plan a $50 000 Mitchell depot. Local talk touches on Dinneen in Illinois, Egan in Watertown, comments on Minnehaha county, and La Follette’s stance against Cannon amid Republican infighting.
The Madigan Outlook criticizes Gov. Elrod's administration via Andrew E. Lea. It omits Lea's authority for such critique and is directed to Gov. Crawford and the Progressive Hand Book for reference.
Reports say Theodore Roosevelt will become editor of the Outlook following his presidency. The news relieves readers who fear unemployment for the former president and anticipates a respectable post after office.
Public note praises ballot intelligence and warns against prejudice and ignorance in voting. It mentions Mitchell's contracts for a new high school costing 51,000, along with other city buildings including a 50,000 jail or block, a 70,000 opera house, churches, and grand homes, questioning how such finances are managed.
The Huronite notes a belief in optimism, praising an optimistic public mood while warning that extremists can exist within it. A reader declared that Bryan will carry New York Ohio Indiana Illinois and Pennsylvania, implying a broad Democratic surge.
In South Dakota strong support for Taft grows as voters weigh party loyalty and fear of Bryan. The writer argues Republicans should back Taft to vindicate party faith and push the Democrats to reform, predicting a pivotal four years ahead.
The piece notes uncertainty in labor support amid a split among Taft Bryan and Debs. It argues neither party offers labor improvement through legislation, asserting progress must come from moral uplift and temperance among workers who must stand in their own right.
Chairman Cook of the Republican state committee places Taft’s majority at 25,000 in South Dakota. No campaign has been run in the state for Taft, with energy focused on the governorship and senatorship. A strong stalwart loyalty may still lift Taft, as 30,000 Kittredge men vote next Tuesday to save the state for Taft.
The Iowa senatorial contest surfaces as candidates pledge not to major on it. Major Lacy campaigns hard for Taft and has cited his Senate run in major speeches. Friends rally for Lacy on November 3, aiming to offset Allison and Cummins sentiment. If elected, Lacy could inspire western states toward stable leadership and influence.
The piece argues that Taft’s win appears assured as Bryan fails to calm commercial fears. It notes Democratic missteps in pivotal states like New York and Indiana and suggests Bryan’s stature places him with Webster, Clay, and Blaine rather than the presidency.
The text argues that comparing state expenses across administrations is misleading. It emphasizes that economy is about matching appropriations to constitutional needs and lawful avenues, not simply total sums. Extravagance arises when spending exceeds essential needs, regardless of the absolute amount.
The speaker urges Mr. Lee to cite grain and farm produce prices from 1896 and 1908 to show how building costs rose forty percent while farm income increased about one hundred twenty five percent. He argues voters should weigh whether higher building material costs are fair given farm price gains and earlier price levels.
Hon E W Martin, Republican candidate for both short and long term congressional seats, is seriously ill with bronchitis at his Deadwood home. Campaign work will be handled by others as Republicans bear in mind his inability to directly oversee campaign interests and state party concerns.
Hon Ebon W Martin of Deadwood is both regular Republican candidate and party nominee for the short term created by Col Parker’s death. Voters must request the special ballot for congressman and vote twice on separate ballots to avoid inadvertently backing both terms in one vote. The general and special elections occur the same day.
The piece lauds Wilson’s critique of modern colleges noting a general break in standards and an overemphasis on athletics. It argues the college spirit is fragmented and calls for organizing college life around principled aims, balancing liberal culture with industrial demands and humane values.
A fragment from a 19th century advertisement includes Frank J. Cheney swearing as senior partner of F. J. Cheney & Co. and a claim that their Hall's Catarrh Cure will cure catarrh, with notary acknowledgment dated December 6, 1886, Toledo Ohio. The ad promotes internal use and testimonials and lists sale through druggists.
Judge Franklin Ferriss wraps Chicago testimony in the Standard Oil dissolution suit and plans to resume proceedings in New York next Tuesday. Defense witnesses will testify. the government has until year end to present evidence. Ferriss will report to federal judges in St Louis after testimony concludes.
Reporters surround the Cixterna palace as the Duke of the Abrazal leaves by car sparking rumors of a secret US journey and possible elopement with Miss Katherine Elkins. A senator’s friend hosted him for several hours.
A fire in a basement started a blaze that swept through a tenement at 83 Pus Third Street in New York. Three people died and four were badly injured as about a hundred residents faced peril before firefighters and police evacuated frightened occupants from crowded stairways and windows. The blaze was not contained until after the flames were controlled and a post fire search revealed the fatalities.
Washington October 27 Secretary Metcalf has to cancel his political engagements because of ill health. He is confined to his bed and it will be some days before he can be out.
Barcelons Oct 28 Spaniards mourn Cardinal Salvador Casnauss y Pages bishop of Barcelona and one of the Spanish cardinals died here of plexy. He was born in 1934 and became a cardinal in 1885.
Obituary notes John Darby died in Minneapolis after a long illness. He was near seventy, active in Faulkton trade, then retired to Huron for rest. A Mason, Elk, and Grace Episcopal vestryman, he was known for upright dealing and generous friendship. Remains to be brought to Huron with services at Grace Episcopal Church and cemetery rites by the Elks.
Republican Rally Chairman Wright plans a large Beadle county event Monday evening to finish the campaign. The auditorium is booked the Euron band and a male quartet will perform campaign songs. Speakers include Hon. Doe I. Crawford for U S Senator Hon. E L Abel and Judge Burtt.
Polling places in Huron listed by ward with locations at Dakota House Tolmic's Undertaking City Jail and City Ball. Polls open from 9 a m to 5 p m. Encourages early voting and supporting Taft. Local plumbing ad for J C Madsen.
An article explains kidney functions and common symptoms of kidney disease. It includes a testimonial from John G. Vogle of Huron Ohio praising Dean's Kidney Pills, claimed to restore kidney health, with purchase details and the FosterMilburn Co. as U S agents.
Ada L. Croom of Vaughn Mississippi credits Dr King’s New Discovery with a dramatic recovery from a severe cough and looming consumption after months of illness. He notes three bottles cured him and recommends the remedy sold at H Wheler’s drug store Second Street. Mr and Mrs F N Stewart hosted a Friday night gathering for Mr and Mrs C W Goodman as they plan a winter coastal trip. The Bella Grove picnic supper event drew robust attendance and cheerful remarks.
A Guilford Maine resident lauds Dr King s New Life Pills saying the family has enjoyed good health for years The ad notes the product cleanses and tones the system in a gentle way and mentions a price of 250 at H Veters drug store.
The company advertises a rate of three for calls to the Twin Cities and offers connections to all points in North Dakota South Dakota or Minnesota. It also mentions Towaruc Sebraski and routes as far east as Chicago via the Dakota Central Telephone Company.
Mrs. 12 C Wetherill expresses gratitude to Masons and friends for kindness and assistance at the burial of her husband.
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