Truth and Liberty Motto Describes Local Democratic Message
The paper, based in Bismarck, promotes honesty and liberty while arguing against moving the state capital from Yankton. It criticizes a job-like removal, defends bids from Bismarck, and predicts Governor Pierce will veto anti removal measures. It cites South Dakota opposition and legislative scrutiny, urging trust in law and honest lawmakers.
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Gov
Pierce
Chicago
Bismarck
South Dakota
Yankton
Capitol
Winona County News Calls For Jail And Local Plans
In Winona Jan 17 correspondence reports a desire for a county jail and better town services. It notes shooting at the Star Restaurant by Sgt Murphy, arrest at Yates, and calls for action against nightly firearm discharges. Also mentions local artisans, school board hire, and residents traveling to Bismarck for goods.
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Winona
George Hall
Fort Yates
Standing Rock
Sitting Bull
John
Anderson
Star Restaurant
Sergt. Murphy
Stone
Lerst. Murphy
Yates
Dakota Legislature Opens With Pageant of Appointments
January 13 session in the new Capitol opens with C I Westover elected President of the Council and George Rice speaker of the House. Officers named include secretaries, clerks, sergeants at arms, and chaplains. An invitation is extended for a reception in Bismarck. The day features Governor Pierce’s message read to both houses, printing orders, and numerous bills and notices related to capital relocation, taxation, wheat grading, oil inspection, and rail rates.
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C. IL
Union County
Clark
Rudisell
Brown County
North Dakota
Ilouse—Seasion
Erreeey George Rice
Moody County
C. M. Reed
Sully County
J. G. Hamilton
Grand Forks
H. H. Pierce
Kk. A. Smith
Dickey County
J. A. Monroe
Roberta County
W. A. Carr
Morton County
Rev. P. Clare
Bismarck
Freddie Lounsberry
Frank Armstrong
Beadle County
Dunn
Capitol
HOUSE
Pierce
Pickler
Dakota
Bille
Congress
Minnesota
House—Committee On
M. H. Jewell
Bismarck Tribune
Williams
Grain and Warehouse Commission
Council
Board of Railway Commissioners
Justice Code
Kennedy
Kidder County
Land Rush Warning on Free Home Lands for Poor Men
An observer warns that free lands are dwindling as Uncle Sam hands out the best acreage. Prices between five and ten dollars per acre belie vast supply, yet land is vanishing at 16.8 million acres yearly. The author predicts sharp value increases and urges timely action to secure a farm, noting many will regret letting opportunities pass.
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Sam
America
Europe
Dakota
Williamsport Reading Circle formed at Connor store
Frank Frisby announces a plan to establish a literary society in Bismarck with I D Connor, D R Streeter as president and secretary. A funds committee will draft a constitution, subscriptions set at 1.50 for gentlemen and 1 for ladies, with magazine exchanges and weekly visits to members’ homes for literary and social events.
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the Literary Society
I. D. Connor
D. R. Streeter
Edna F. Connor
H. D. Connor
Williamsport
Diversified Farming in Dakota Mills Profits from Farm Exports
A Dakota paper notes thousands of dollars leave the region for pork, bacon, lard, cheese and candles made from farm produce. It laments granaries full of grain unsold while merchants reap high profits on these goods and urges converting corn into meat and poultry for broader markets.
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Dakota
In Town and Out Snippets From Williamsport and Bismarck
Readable items note cottage paint prices and store ads, local public matters, and scattered incidents. Reports mention Armstrongo Yeater at the capital, acreage plans near Williamsport, a major Legislature reception, mail for Washburn, and seasonal chores along the river. Also referenced are deer poaching concerns, a tailoring firm in Bismarck, and rough winter travel conditions with drifting trails and fuel needs.
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Frisby
Armstrong
Yeater
Messrs
Connor
Peterson & Veeder’s
Sixmarch
Washburn
McLean County
Williamsport
Sergt
Murphy
Anderson
Winona
Yates
D. W. Blake
Bismarck
R. E. Brock
Dutch Henry
Fort Yate
Fred Hodgkinson
Wadecerey
Worst
Dakota
Gayton
Emmons
E. J. Worst
Lawrence
Kaw
John A. Rea
Dahl Brothers
Recorps
The Poor Man's Friend in Dakota Territory
The Exchange extols the territory as a land where the poor can rise. In five years many who arrived penniless have become well off, with 25 to 100 peers from each newcomer reaching good circumstances. It asserts no industrious man is forced to leave, calling Dakota “The Poor Man's Friend.”
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Dakota
Hard Times Perceived Differences Between East and Dakota
A Alexandria Herald observer notes fewer hardships in Dakota compared with the East last week, arguing that locals in this land of plenty do not truly know poverty or money shortages. The piece contrasts eastern pleas with western resilience, implying contentment and abundance here.
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East
Dakota
Alexandria Herald
Prohibitionists and Democrats Defeated in Vermont Legislature
The Vermont Legislature defeated a local measure by a vote of 1238 to 73. Republicans plan to let prohibitionists seek democratic assistance in future efforts as reported by the Aberdeen Republican.
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Vermont
Aberdeen Repubican
Not Mere for Repentance Quote
A Century magazine quotation notes that some people appear eternally penitent for sins they lack the courage to commit, highlighting the pretense of constant moral self-scrutiny.
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WM. M. Pye, JR
Emmons County
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Bismarck, D. T
Austin Logan
North Third St
Third Street Bakery
L. D. Judkins
Malloy & Stovell
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Isaac T. Marshall
Tritten & Schreck
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O. F. Davis
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John White
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D. Edick
Edick Brothers
Capital City
Express
C. L. Marcelais & CO
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Mason & Conover
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Macnide
Ernest L. Strauss
Frep
Strause, E. L. Strauss & Bro., Watchmakers
GE Walker
Broad ST
Fr. T. Herrick
Attorney At Law
Williamsport, D. T
George Walker
Emmons House
Bismarck Lumber CO
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Montana
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Eighth and Meigs Streets
H A. Armstrong
G. L. Fort. Pox. Ae Fort, Attorneys At Law
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United States Land Office
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Ray & Che Sue
Room & Slattery
Third and
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W. Bringhurst
Illiam A. Bentley
Williamson
First Street
Winchester
County Superintendent of Public Instruction
Central Block
John C. Hollembaek
K. Wricur
Ollembaek
CNM
Hunt
Geo. W. Newton
Isaac Ross
Newtos & Ross
Snes At Law
Burleigh County
Co. B. Little. Ysdite
Union Block
Alvey Harris
Don 17
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Hird and
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Pismarck Steam Laundry
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Emmons County Record
Dakota Daily Blade
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D. K. Streeter
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