South Dakota Crops Outlook Below Normal on July Report
A federal crop report shows South Dakota crops except corn at 66 percent of normal on July 1. Drought, late freezes, and heat reduced yields across most regions, with horses and grasshoppers harming meager pastures and grains. Corn acreage rose to 5.46 million acres, durum wheat remains weak, oats and barley yield forecasts drop, and pastures face severe drought conditions statewide.
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Brookings
South Dakota
C. J. Borum
Federal Agr
Missouri
White
Cheyenne
Bere
Watertown District WCTU to Meet and Picnic
Watertown officials announce the district Woman's Christian Temperance Union meeting set for July 3 at Lake Kampeska city park. The event includes an annual picnic with state officers attending, led by president Mrs Flora Mitchell of Brookings. Details for the program are forthcoming.
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Watertown
Women's Christian Temperance Union
Lake Kampeska City Park
Flora Mitchell
Brookings
Second Wool Pool Shipped At Madison
A wool pool of about 15000 pounds was shipped from Madison this week. Lake county agent I A Ebertel said the clip was of better quality than average and unusually free from moths, though a large amount of grease and burrs was found. This shipment was the second made this summer.
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Madison Madison
Madison
I. A. Ebertel
Lake County
Madison Hospital Closes Good Year
A Madison stockholders meeting reviewed a year of work at New Madison hospital. The report showed 1,264 patients cared for during the year and a post expenses balance after dividends. KR S Westaby was reelected secretary treasurer, Dr D S Baughman reelected to the board, Walter Farmer added to succeed Paul Henke, and Rev FT Spieler was reelected president.
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Madison
New Madison Hospital
KR. S. Westaby
D. S. Baughman
Walter Farmer
Paul Henke
FT. W. Spieler
Canova
Milk Producers Call for Higher Milk Price in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS July 18 A meeting led by C F Eggers dairy in the region saw nearly ten producers demand 225 a hundredweight for milk testing 3.5 butterfat. They currently receive 2.75 for test milk with surplus used for cheese. Eggers seeks to cut distributors overhead to offset higher costs and hoping for a settlement. A committee was named to meet distributors and work out the issue.
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S. F
Sioux Falls
C. F. Eggers
Eggers
Progress Claims Old Fire Station in Mitchell
Mitchell public records show the city council voted to raze the old fire hall near the water works. The aging building once housed fire vehicles and stories of town volunteers, having been superseded by a newer station years ago and used as a storage and gathering space.
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Progress
Mitchell
Peedice
Resuch
Odety
Water Works Department
Vermillion Jail Cleared After Release of Inmate
Vermillion reports the Clay county jail is empty for the first time this year under Sheriff Howard C. Curtis. A former University of South Dakota student was released after paying 17.85 to cover a bed check and costs for several days in jail with Jailer George Chaussee while the case settled.
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Vermillion
Howard C. Curtis
Clay County
University of South Dakota
George Chaussee
Taxicab Meter Ordinance Repealed by Sioux Falls City Commission
Sioux Falls July 1 A city ordinance requiring taxicab operators to install taxi meters was repealed at an adjourned city commission meeting this week after a two to one vote. petitions sought a resident vote, but the commission chose to cancel the costly election and revoke the measure.
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S. F
Sioux Falls
Contracts For Ames School Work Thwarted By Town Meeting
A Ames town meeting at Heezen School authorized bids for cleaning three schoolhouses hauling coal and kindling and painting exteriors. Ben Heesen awarded cleaning duties, David Roblon fuel hauling, Ralph Rice painting Jane schoolhouse, and Wesley Palmer Jr. painting the other three. Teachers for next year include Mrs Leona Arbogast at Heezen, Ernest Alexander at Ross, and Beasle Campbell at Hobinson.
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Ames
Heezen School
Ids
Ben Heesen
David Roblon
Ralph Rice
Jane
Wesley Palmer,, Jr
Leona Arbogast
Heexen
Ernest: Alexander
Ross School
Beasle Campbell
Hobinson Schol
Redfield Bridge Set for Dance on Concrete Span
Redfield will dedicate a new concrete bridge on highway No. 212 with a two night dance. Mac's Golden Pheasants orchestra will perform July 24 and 25 on the cement roadway across the Jim River, eight miles east of Redfield.
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Redfield Bridge
Redfield
Mac
Golden Pheasants Orchestra
Jim River
Band Concerts On Courthouse Lawn In Redfield
Special weekly band concerts continue on the courthouse lawn in Redfield. Under director C.A. Urben the local band performs in new uniforms with soloists Fred Dodge and A. Monson on clarinets, presenting a charming evening of music.
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Redfield
C.A. Urben
Natiy
Fred Dodge
Bo. A. Monson
McCullough Removal Question Ties to Faulty Original Appointment
Pierre July 13 The Sioux Falls Democrat D. A. McCullough faced questions over his removal from the rural credits head post amid claims his 1927 appointment was irregular. Gov Green could have replaced him earlier under a faulty emergency clause, with Democratic and Republican forces debating the legality and effects of the 1831 and 1927 reorganizations and a recent overdraft at year end prompting further political contention.
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McCullough
Green
Supreme Court
Bulow
Senate
McCulrough
Firal Credite Department
Walter Willy
Mitchell
Jime
Democrata
A.C. Goodhope
Democratic Board
Many Sheep Are Sent To Aberdeen From Montana
Aberdeen July 18 large number of Montana sheep arrive daily to join about 1200 already sent for feeding. Milwauk ree railroad reps said shipments likely continue until the 75 080 deed allotment for the district is used. Agricultural Credit Corp and First Nations Bank of Miles City handle distribution with in Aberdeen area. Shipping to South Dakota helps dispose of surplus feed and gives Montana raisers a chance at profit. Better housing and feeding in South Dakota are noted compared to Montana ranches.
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Aberdeen
Montana
Milwaukee Railroad
Bennett
Agricultural Credit Corporation
First Nations Bank of
Miles City
Mont
South Dakota
South Dekota
Work On Bridge At Presho Is Rushed
Workmen make rapid progress in building a bridge across Medicine creek east of Presho Abutments at both ends are finished and center piers are underway The contractor promises completion by August 15 Some grading crews have left the area and remaining highway work near the bridge will be done with horse power instead of tractors
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Presho
Medicine Creek
Amplifiers Sought In S F Court Room
In Sioux Falls on July 1 the court seeks acoustic amplifiers to improve sound in the main circuit courtroom. The move aims to enhance clarity for proceedings and benefit attendees and participants. Officials expect bids and specifications to be issued soon.
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S. F. Court
Sioux Falls
Courtroom hearing woes prompt speaker system upgrade
Commissioners consider funding from the 1332 budget for remodeling to install a 10 loudspeaker system. The improvised acoustics make it hard to hear proceedings, worsened after painting. Without action, the circuit court may move to another room to hold sessions.
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Cireuit Court
Lack Of Rain Dims South Dakota Road Conditions
Pierre July 18 Dust and corrugation plague gravel roads as drought persists. State highway commission reports mostly fair to good main roads with detours for construction. U.S. 12 U.S. 22 U.S. 14 U.S. 16 roads listed with varying gravel conditions from good to poor and detours across multiple towns and counties.
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Pierre
South Dakota
State Highway Commission
Nerth
U. S. 12
Yellowstone Trail
Minnesota
Milbenk
Marvin
Summit
Bristal
Bristol
Greton
James River
Aberdeen
Ipswich
Mobridge
Mclaughlin
Thunderhawk
North Dakota
U. S. 22
Goodwin
Hemis
Watertown
Henry
Clark
Redfield
U.S. 14
Brookings
Arlington
de Smet
Iroquois
Cavour
Huron
Wessington
Miller and Pierre
Hayes
Rapid City
Custer Battlefield
Sioux Falls
Delmont
Lake Andes
Benesteel
Dallas
Winner
Okreek
Burkes
Mission
Rosebud
Martin
Martin West
White River
Edgemont
Wyoming Line
U. S. St. Meridian
Yankton
Dalton
Salem
Madison
Eravel
Freeman
Hayts
Tyndall
Mitchell
Dettour
Doland
Sisseton
Leola
McPherson County
Armour
Plankinton
Wolsey
Hedfield
Frederick
North Dakota Line
Peever
Wilmot
Milbank
Colman
Dell Rapids
Renner
Harrisburg
Beresford
Ele Point
Stowe City
Cottages Planned Around Lake Mitchell Sale of 40 Lots Approved
The Mitchell city council approved selling 40 lots at Lake Mitchell. Several cottages are under consideration as lot sales progress rapidly, with many residents from Mitchell and nearby areas seeking property to build summer cottages.
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Lake Mitchell Mitchell
Lake Mitchell
Mitchell
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