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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1907
Page
4
The Canton News appeals to stalwarts and insurgents to bury differences over offices. The piece blames Kit and his followers for forging a new machine and distributing cakes to hungry supporters. It argues the motive is chiefly self interest behind political talking points.
An anecdote from the Argus-Leader recalls Senator Kittredge of South Dakota as a neat dresser who missed a new rug in his Washington office for two months. His aide Tom Roberts dryly notes the senator had been walking over the rug daily without noticing it.
Wilber S. Glass of Codington County outs himself as a four term state legislator and noted lawyer declaring a direct statewide race for Congress. He emphasizes independence from the Crawford machine and invites all voters to support a candidate running on his own responsibility in a free for all process.
The piece laments only about five percent of students reach beyond eighth grade and argues for longer terms, six days a week, shorter vacations, and a nine year twelve year curriculum to boost education for the 95 percent. It calls for practical educators and policy changes to expand high school attainment.
Citizens urge North Western to construct a new passenger depot in Redfield aiming for a premier facility in the northwest. Mentioned nearby towns Brookings and Watertown already boast fine depots with generous accommodations and fees to support travel.
Talks about lack of depot handling capacity during state fair causes congestion and safety concerns on the platform. Assistant G Manager Cantillon visited and is expected to push for better passenger accommodations at Huron soon.
An advertisement for Hall's Catarrh Cure claims the product is taken internally and acts on blood and mucous surfaces. It promotes testimonials, a price of 75 cents per bottle, and sales through local druggists.
A political analysis argues insurgents aim to derail Taft's national convention path by pretending loyalty to Roosevelt, though Roosevelt backers should accept Taft’s clear stance against renomination. The piece accuses insurgents of deception as their main tactic in the state.
The state treasurer and lieutenant governor issued a call for a Roosevelt clubs meeting as the first step of a new machine to control the delegation to the next Republican convention. The call comes from two state officers acting as instruments of the machine to win a Roosevelt slate in a state where the president backs Taft and promotes his nomination, viewed as a scheme to aid the insurgents.
The text notes a state board member, I Crawford, served four years approving assessments, then seven years as the board’s paid attorney arguing for over assessments. It claims he only opposed higher valuations after deciding to seek high office, a pattern described as factual and supported by Pierre records.
The excerpt argues there is no provided reason to oppose Senator Kittredge’s bid for another term while contrasting Gamble’s record as justification for reconsideration. It frames Kittredge as equally creditworthy for continued leadership.
August delivered only 0.16 inches of rain, far below last year’s near five inches, marking the driest August in the history of the weather bureau station.
The governors are described as exemplary civil service reformers in speech and theory while behaving as spoilsmen in practice, highlighting a gap between stated reform aims and actual patronage.
Holland Wheeler promotes Fo bande Honey and Tar for coughs and colds as not affected by the new Pure Food and Drug Law because it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. The label emphasizes safety and suitability as a cough remedy.
The passage argues that the office of president is rare and would suit a man of great ability like Joe Cannon. It asserts the country would not be the loser if such a capable figure held the office.
A brief social observation notes that many Americans engage in mild criticism of the president but still express satisfaction with the White House occupant. The piece reflects a light, humorous take on public opinion and national sentiment.
The veteran reform figure H. L. Loucks shifts stance, previously backing Mr. Lowelles now opposing him due to the Gamble alliance and the reform party’s overall failure to live up to expectations.
The notice indicates the scale inspector vacancy has been filled and two more positions in nehahs county area cannot be filled. The statement references the governor's language as framed for a triple construction case.
A call goes out for a Roosevelt club meeting set for the 13th with arrangements to be chosen in advance. The notice emphasizes timely gathering and appropriate meeting time.
A weary telegraph strike tests patience of workers and the public while calls for government ownership gain sympathy. Citizens endure disruptions as officials debate control and futures of the service.
Secretary Wilson, returning from a tour of inspection of the western forest preserves, warned that the forests of the United States would be practically wiped out within ten years.
Senator Kittredge spends several days in Turner County and reports show he is receiving a regular ovation from residents.
The remark urges honoring the president’s statements as stated and avoiding characterizing him as a habitual liar. It stresses maintaining credibility and refraining from broad accusations in political commentary.
The state land department reports that in the first half of the year the fund was nearly exhausted by loans on farm mortgages with total disbursements at 362 dollars in the period.
A multi millionaire Nelson Ortis Packer dies and leaves a trust that will shape his estate. Jives on as details of the trust emerge and beneficiaries await clarity.
An unclear OCR fragment references base rate figures and state actions. The readable portion suggests officials are considering or debating rate charges within the state context, but lacks specifics on amount, date, or responsible agencies.
The light drought is helping farmers in a district finish harvesting corn before frost threats rise, enabling quicker field clearance and reduced crop loss.
A brief notice invites readers to borrow money or buy and sell a fara through the Richards Trust Co. It outlines available financial services and contact, encouraging engagement with the firm.
The fragment notes a post fair event tied to Belt Ex and the Corn P, with unreadable details. Entities and specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR. The readable bits suggest a regional fair connection and an exhibitor or exhibit from the Belt Expo. No clear dates or outcomes are present.
Nye Phillips notes he enjoys discovering who people are. The remark emphasizes a playful interest in uncovering identities.
An upcoming county day at the state fair is set for Tuesday, with organizers urging attendance. Community groups expect exhibitions, contests, and local vendors to showcase county achievements.
A consumer note claims Fo ley's Honey and Tapi in a yellow package helped cure hay fever and summer cold. The text also mentions a personal anecdote about kidney trouble being insidious and worsened by diet.
A Canadian Pacific Railway special train carrying over 300 excursionists to the Toronto exhibition wrecked near Horseshoe Falls nine miles south of Orangeville Ontario. Six people were killed and more than 250 injured as five crowded cars piled up in the aisles after the locomotive jumped the rails on the Horseshoe curve. The engine reportedly attempted to make up time at high speed.
A labor union parade in San Francisco escalated into a riot when United Railroads employes opened fire. A carman and an inspector were shot during clashes near Ferry and Sutter streets as police and fire crews responded. several rioters were arrested while others were released.
Police seized a cottage near Sheepshead Bay racetrack in New York City after catching two men using a wireless setup to relay racing news to poolrooms. Track managers faced incentives to delay news, prompting schemes like the new wireless method to exploit delayed information.
In Worthington Minnesota on September a widow named William Hragon was killed by William Walsh after their intimate relationship ended and her rejection triggered the fatal act.
In Minot North Dakota on September 4 a man holding a pistol between his knees while watching for prairie chickens accidentally shot himself. His body lay headless in the buggy with blood around as the horse and rider collapsed unconscious, leaving a grim scene.
In Lynchburg Virginia on September 4 a farmer Joseph Peeples after a domestic quarrel was shot by his wife who then beat him on the head. He died shortly after. The woman tied a wire to his body, attached a mule to drag it into the woods and allegedly concealed it in the bushes.
A nineteen year old brunette Miss Harther is charged with stabbing another girl and wielding a horsewhip during the Meola Street disturbance on Long Island. The incident follows persistent maligning of Harther by peers.
A Chesapeake and Ohio train derailed or fell near Kanawha Falls in Charleston West Virginia killing several aboard. Details on the accident and exact death toll were not fully available. Authorities investigated the scene and called for emergency responders.
General Pleasant Porter, longtime chief of the Creek Nation, died in Vinita Indian Territory at age sixty six after suffering a paralysis stroke. The death follows months of illness. Second Chief Mety was mentioned in the report.
Pleasant Porter named successor to General Porter as chief of the nation. General Porter was prominently mentioned as a potential United States senator from the new state of Oklahoma.
In Odessa on September 4 the Black Hundreds rioted blaming Jews for a Saturday bomb blast that killed an artillery officer and four policemen. The mob roamed Jewish neighborhoods firing at will, killing and wounding several, and beat victims with rubber sticks. The assault reached the Jewish cemetery where many worshippers were shot and a panic ensued after a long chase.
Detectives nab three Italian men believed to lead a Black Hand racket after a wild Second Avenue trolley car pursuit. A guard shot through the window as they fled. the group allegedly took 500 dollars from barber Ciro Annoni and had threatened his life.
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