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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1888
Page
1
Sioux City Journal recounts a Nebraska man's tale about a Chicago speech. An old lady asks what Grover will do next after hearing a bird sing or tweet. The humor hinges on misheard song and political implication.
Dakota rejoices as one man. Gov. Chuck has placed Col. Gale of Con temporary command of the sta National guard. Col. Gale is to Dakota what Barry Wall is to New York, what Kyrie Bellew is to the go. He is as necessary to Dakota as Freddie ig'to Mrs. Langtry oy re ito the iRem Democratic party. The el, now general, is a happy ad tire of the Bostonian English re free, border abandonment of the iptained west. The general is a tonian in accent, collar and cane, ir like an English ie.
The ticket lists Legislative Council Robert Lowry of Huron, Register of Deeds Marvin Cook, Probate Judge A B Coplin, Treasurer J P Davis, Surveyor Ww B Joy, Coroner J L Foxton, District Attorney Wu B Sterling, Justices of the Peace Fred E Grant C A Blake C J Shefler John L Gould, Constables John H Alexander S J Markham J L Campbell Grant Whorton, Commissioners H M Dixon Cavour District David H Best Weesington District, Representatives 6th District D F P Royer of Jerauld county M M Price of Sanborn county.
Dakota's railroad commission travels to Yellowstone Park with families on a trip funded by railroads. Critics ask what official favors the commission returns in exchange and whether taxpayers fund such pleasure excursions. The piece questions the role and ethics of the commission amid the junket.
The Philadelphia Inquirer calls for voters to back Harrison and Morton, predicting New York by 15,000, New Jersey by 1,500, West Virginia 2,000, Connecticut 3,000, Indiana 7,000, to yield 251 electoral votes and victory. It notes Philadelphia’s wheat output is lower than New York’s per acre but praises local arithmeticians.
Brief line notes a shift in a historic black music lyric from Babylon to Yanxier as a symbolic reference in a regional folk song, reflecting regional phrasing and racial imagery in the era.
James G. Blaine denounces federal actions disfranchising 700000 Dakota citizens. He and supporters argue for statehood rights, contrasting Dakota’s growth with old states, noting wheat, railroads, and population figures amid political tension and a hospital wall collapse tragedy in Canton.
An accident at the Yankton insane hospital today killed Christopher Thompson and fatally injured Jacob Lee while Superintendent D H Kean was left dangerously hurt. The incident occurred this afternoon at the hospital premises.
Patrick H. McNamara, Minot postmaster and city treasurer, has fled to Canada after an audit found a deficit of at least $2,500 in the defaulter’s books. A prominent Democrat, he disappeared following the examination by a post office inspector.
Mrs. Bertha Diggle’s murder trial in Clarion Iowa is continued to the December 10 term with Judge Hindman presiding. Bail bond application may set an amount too high for release, potentially sending her to Webster City jail until trial. Diggle formerly belonged to the Andrews opera company.
In Grant Township on October 22 an audience of five men three boys and two children attended a Huron democratic rally. The event highlighted temperance leanings and local option politics with no clear leadership as a chairman was chosen from among attendees.
A Syracuse dentist boasted about fitting his horse with false teeth only to have the aging sorrel swallow them during oats. The incident undercuts the dentist’s earlier pride and prompts local curiosity about equine dentistry.
In a strong Beadle county plea readers are urged to vote for Mathews as a sure winner and to back Lowry Roger and Price, arguing Republican ascendancy in South Dakota and the need to unite across parties for county strength. Harden is urged to be rejected as a poor choice and Beadle voters told their vote affects state and local power.
Hut altered the buzz saw in Indiana and it has wandered back into his state in pursuit. Readers of Mr. Blaine in Rochester will understand the implied chase and its political tension.
Citizens of Dakota cheer the Sioux Chiefs as they arrive home, expressing relief and happy relief at their safe return after their travels. The crowd's warm reception underscores gratitude for a peaceful homecoming.
James G. Biaryz spoke in Rochester New York yesterday. He noted Hill David B Hill and the possibility he may recover if a new skin can be grown. Hill gave a solemn affidavit stating he will not monkey with the buzz saw again.
The piece criticizes the current administration for weak Sioux relations and a reservation treaty, alleging misused trust and harmful diplomacy. It claims Indian delegations exploited government generosity, ending with a harsh, satirical takedown of Vilas and his aides.
Gex Weaver, a noted figure from Iowa, refuses to declare for the Leveland race. The stance signals continued ambiguity over candidacy and party alignment as local observers weigh potential strategies.
A brief notice notes Guserts & Sullivan present a comic opera The Yeoman. Critics say the piece is flat and lacks liveliness, with the cast underperforming in key scenes.
A quip warns Democrats that Sneet 4 seldom bets to lose while noting the collapse of the Yankton asylum walls mirrors the looming downfall of Governor Church.
A local jab mocks extended solities suggesting two more weeks would be wasted, portraying widespread weariness and public sentiment against protracted ado.
The note recounts Sam Jones earning $100000 since he began saving seals and draws critics who accuse such men of bringing disgrace to Christianity. It also mentions CHAIRMAN Quay speaking briefly about a troubling condition in New York as a campaign opens.
The Campbell County Courier begins its sixth annual tour with editor Frank E. Devan recognized for his useful edits and anticipated wealth of county development.
Report notes Mrs Vanderbilt receives social honors abroad while Mrs Mackey a thirty year washerwoman in a Nevada mining camp is said to be older in the family lineage. The tale frames a contrast in status and fortune between the two women.
The Democrats in New York concede Harrison could lose to Harlem voters with seventy five to eighty thousand yet doubt frauds can secure victory. Quay remains active and influential in the race.
In Europe, Buarne is described as well informed about the Mills tariff committee and Mills himself. He asserts no member of the group dares contradict him, noting Wills challenged him and received more facts than expected.
A fragment notes that misbuilt walls threaten the Yankton asylum’s new wing. The reference to Governor and public buildings hints at political interference and mismanagement affecting construction costs and safety.
The text portraits Haxay Purzrer of Destines Iowa as a Cobden Club member who denounces tariff laws in favor of free trade. It attacks Mr Phillpot's theory as impractical and labels him a lifelong advocate of free trade with a career starting in college. The piece notes Purzrer’s public speech in Arkley Iowa and references New York based activity.
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