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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1886
Page
2
The Huronite lists subscription terms for 1886 with prices in advance: one copy for seven months, six months, and three months. Editors and proprietors are Davis and Ketchum.
Announcement lists Joan Wearpan as an independent candidate for Register of Deeds subject to voter declines in Beadle County. The note mentions frost, political chatter, and references to Gifford, Day, Gov. Pierce, and territorial affairs. Also notes Yankton fair success and a $20,000 billiard table.
The Tur Daily Courier of Watertown advertises a cleaner position while the Codington county political effort promises to glean anything. Faulk County Republicans name Hon. J. A. Pickler for district attorney, but Fauikton Times hints he may lose to Democrat Judge C. F. Hardy.
A quotation from Macaulay contrasts personal disappointment with history he deems inferior to those with higher repute. He notes uneasy judgments when composing history yet finds reassurance when comparing to other histories regarded more highly.
The source mocks Harper's Monthly and its prewar coverage of the southern United States, accusing it of persistent falsehoods about the region before the war. The piece frames Harren's pent as continuing this tradition of biased reporting.
Local readers see Henze as a renewed chance for a killer but Curtis and Blake push campaign ads for sheriff. In Red Wing, B B Henbein winds GOP support to succeed Maj Horace Strait in Congress after sixteen years of service. Strait declines renomination. Herbert favored to win district despite close race in Dakota.
Delegates at the Yankton Convention commend the hospitality and fair treatment by local citizens. Reported remarks praise the courtesy shown, noting the welcoming atmosphere and smooth proceedings during the gathering.
A long, partisan declaration argues that proper division is essential for the northwest region. It highlights convention votes in Yankton and Aberdeen, naming General Harrison Allen and politicians tied to the division cause, while denouncing anti division pressure and political manipulation.
Jerry Bercer enters the race as an independent for county commissioner in the Third Huron district. He is a substantial farmer with about 500 acres in Wisconsin and is familiar with public affairs, having served ten years on a previous township board. Local papers discuss party dynamics and prospects for Frost’s candidacy.
Bisubarck Tri bune quotes Bro Jewett saying people in the region are enraged by a judge’s comments. The piece notes uncertainty about the exact phrasing and whom it represents.
The St Lawrence project commission awards W E Swan and Son to construct and immediately erect an arte sien well, signaling rapid progress for the town’s new water supply initiative.
Asnam S Hewrrr vents exhaustion with congressional life revealing weariness toward duties and public service while signaling possible changes in engagement.
The Sioux Falls Daily reports the surprise appointment of George 8 to a notable post. Details are sparse but the move marks a significant personnel shift in local governance.
The Fargo Daily Press notes a harmonious convention with delegates united after defeat. The Press and Dakotaian and The Argus praise fair coverage and good will, hoping a new era of better relations among North Dakota papers and participants.
In Huron last week Congress man Wm D Hill of Ohio, chair of the house committee on territories, addressed a large audience and conducted a favorable personal visit. He studies Dakota rights and interests and believes the territory holds vast potential for action in the national scene.
Gifford's nomination pleases most of the territory though a faction in Aberdeen threatens to bolt for a good Democrat. Republicans statewide are expected to unite and support the chosen candidate while some Aberdeen voices push dissent.
Fragmentary text describes a Little Folks scene with a small elf and events around a peach. Contains partial dialogue and character names but lacks clear actions or outcomes.
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