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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1888
Page
2
The Huronite cites turmoil around the Mathews nomination and calls for Grover Cleveland in Sioux City. It notes party dissatisfaction, rumors of Cleveland’s relocation, and debates on free trade and the church faction within the democracy.
Speech critiques the Hill nomination as forced by mugwumps and GOP leaders. Article notes Gov Hill vetoes a provision, prompting debate within New York Republican ranks.
Vague remarks surface about bribe takers linked to New York figures. The message urges choosing a girl over Hill, implying political manipulation.
Residents express broad discontent with the current leadership and rally behind Mathews. A strong minority remains undecided while most locals intend to support him in upcoming ballots.
Vague notes describe attempts by groups to influence council membership ahead of elections. The public reaction is uncertain as observers question motives and potential outcomes.
G. A. Margens will represent the largest constituency ever represented by a member in the house, holding a record majority while serving as a member of the body.
In a terse message the Dakota Democrats urge young men to remember the capital battle and the voting district result where about three to one favoring the larger side. the record notes a large margin of 3000 to 1000 in the cited vote.
Fragmentary remarks from Beadle county figures reference Prof Harden and Mr Moage in a tense political scene. The substance suggests frustration with protesters and delays as a campaign unfolds impacting supporters of Harrison and Morton.
The Gettysburg Herald backs Mathews for nomination while Harden supporters push Sparks. Oxantes H. Loman of the Knights of Labor will handle the Harrison and Morton stamp. Garthage News notes Ma. Mx. is under consideration across counties.
The Redfield Journal cites Bezzantne as the nickname of G. A. Mathews and urges, keep your eye on Jim. A saying about hope for a tree but none for residents under a democratic administration is referenced.
A note reminds editors that Geo A Mathews should be written with one 4 in his name and that he has been involved with the prosecution. The reminder targets papers running his name at column heads and emphasizes correct spelling.
The Cleveland organ argues Hill’s nomination could defeat the Democratic Party and that his supporters fear a Cleveland defeat if he is not chosen. It notes New York will lean Republican regardless of the nominee.
A prohibition candidate for delegate to Congress delivered a speech last night that critics say fell flat and damaged the prohibition cause in Beadle County. The remarks were described as misleading and false by opponents and observers alike.
A fragment notes that Mathews is remembered as a young man by Dakota youths. The unreadable context suggests a brief memorial or reminiscence in a local setting.
County politics begin to boil as observers urge temperate, good natured contests. Writers say no single supporter can back all candidates and no one should be expected to. Most announced contenders are seen as fit to fill their offices once chosen.
A newspaper notes sharp Democratic divisions in Beadle County over Mathews nomination. It criticizes Charley Reed, Geo Cooper, Geo Love, M J Dinneen and other county Democrats for losing confidence in Mathews and opposing his prospects next November.
A fragmented report outlines debates around Harden the lawyer and Harden the Republican, touching on prohibition, divisionism, church relations, and farm interests. The text hints at Harden’s stance across multiple issues and a complex political landscape.
A packed Hand county schoolhouse heard Edwin S. Shannon and supporters back Geo. Mathews of Brookings for delegate to Congress. The gathering praised his farmer and educator background and pledged strong regional backing. J. B. Kelley urged voting against Harden, Cleveland, Sparks, and Church as misleaders of Dakota settlers. The meeting adjourned amid heated sentiment.
A fragmentary notice mentions a nominee associated with Brooking in a church matter. The readable text shows a political or local endorsement related to Po A vors, but details are incomplete.
Advertisers claim Ayer's Pills are a prompt vegetable remedy for constipation and a beneficial liver aid. They are praised as a universally endorsed cathartic, effective for after meals, with testimonials from Dr. Power and J T Hess and other families relying on them.
A collection of letters praising Ayer's Pills as a reliable remedy for constipation and indigestion. Reviewers from Maine to Ohio report complete cures, noting relief from liver troubles and dyspepsia after regular use. The messages emphasize long standing trust and family use.
The New York Sun argues that a single voter between the St. Croix River and Puget Sound may be swayed by Dakota rhetoric, opining that new states need stronger credentials than Dakota can offer and urging careful candidate qualifications.
George A. Mathews of Brookings, a 1879 resident, is the Republican candidate for delegate to Congress. Former council member and longtime public figure, he was the strongest opponent of Gifford at the Wa meeting and is described as an ardent worker for digs and admission and a proven advocate of Dakota interests.
In spring 78 George Mathews rode into the ilgs Fountain Brookings county in a grown wagon drawn by mules. He has since changed vehicles and may lead the territory rail in a Washington parade next year. The News does not formally back Mathews but the editor admires him personally.
The revolt in Herkimer County New York grows to a revolution as Democratic chair George W. Smith and secretary Powers L. Green join the Republican ranks. They are followed by John Wheeler Alfred Dodge John H George Smith Maj Henry Link and Eugene Walrath, the town supervisor and wool manufacturer, signaling a major party realignment.
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