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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1890
Page
8
Local notes from Huron reflect hotel window arrival and ongoing construction, court actions on murder and fraud, births and personnel moves, and plans for the state fair. Citizens travel to Aberdeen for the fair and a ceremonial capital campaign begins with bands, parades, and community events in Huron.
In Huron a large crowd gathered at the opera house to hear Bartlett Tripp discourse on tariff reform. H C Kinckley presided as chairman with speakers Peter Couchman and Chas Freeman among others in a lively Democratic gathering praising Tripp as a leading figure and former territory chief justice.
City Council chaired by Alderman Camera held a Saturday session. The extension of time to commence work on the gas plant was denied. August treasurer Klemme’s report was received and sent to the finance committee. Exemption certificates to Huron fire department members were approved. The artesian well request by Huron Hotel Co. was referred to the ordinance committee. Several petty disbursements listed. The council adjourned to September 22 at 7 p.m.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a preventive measure for bowel issues during summer. It promises safety and effectiveness with one or two doses and suggests travelers should carry it, sold by L. B. Corbin.
J. A. Klemme with wife and eleven sons and two daughters will travel by train to Aberdeen then Minneapolis to view the state exposition. They plan a family reunion at Ridgeway Town with the marriage of Klemme's eldest sister. They expect to be gone about ten days.
Children enjoy the pleasant flavor and soothing effects of Syrup of Figs as a laxative. If parents are constipated or bilious, it yields gratifying results, making it a staple family remedy to keep on hand. Also advertised are clothing and household goods at low prices at Winters and 10 cent store in Huron.
A vintage ad touts Castoria as a reliable teething remedy used by mothers for over fifty years. It claims to ease feverish symptoms, calm pains, soothe colic and diarrhea, and promote restful sleep. The product is offered at 25 cents per bottle.
The city council of Huron Beadle County, South Dakota, on August 30, 1890, called an election for September 11, 1890. Electors voted to adopt the general laws for governing city schools, specifically article three of chapter seventeen of the compiled laws. The measure was approved by a majority and the city is to be governed accordingly. Two council members from each of four wards are to be chosen, with no city treasurer. Clerk Hi J Bree signs, as mayor Aaron sd.
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