Local News Bits From Huron and Nearby Areas
Local notes report sewing machines for sale and film circuit activity by Laemle Films. Lost pocketbook restored. Aberdeen State Band to perform at upcoming convention. Woodmen of America delegates chosen. gas plant replacements advertised for sale.
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John Con Jr
the Unite
Mr. Connors
Chicago
Elmer Lyon
Aberdeen
Modern
Woodmen of America
Commercial Club
Madison
S. C
M. L. “Pobin
Huron
A. M. Chenoweth
Wolsey
Platform of Principles for City Election
Platform pledges by candidates for mayor and aldermen to enforce laws tax reduction municipal ownership of telephone system complete efficient sewerage funded by property assessments water mains extension from water rents seek expert advice to improve pressure ensure equitable treatment for all citizens Nem McKay for mayor H R Griffith for 1st ward alderman C E Bryant for 2nd ward Grover W Wright for 3rd ward S L Foorr for 4th ward
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Nem McKay
H. R. Griffith
C. E. Bryant
Grover W. Wright
S. L. Foorr
Review of Huron Receipts and Expenditures to April 1
City of Huron shows excess receipts over expenditures of 1 096.52 with bank balance 83. In 1998 Huron failed to collect 10 200 annual interest. rate cut from 6 percent to about 3 percent. Bond extensions reduce costs and save funds. Council cut tax rate from 20 to 12 mills in 1907 and reduced debt by 4 000 while funding a new jail water mains and streets. The city’s assessed value and per capita tax noted. finance committee led by G. E. Bryant and TC. N. Meicvage listed.
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Huron
Ince
Pierre
Rata
Political feuds shadow post primary duties and bills
In Groton and Claremont reports critics say after the primary governors and senators will ignore routine duties. The governor focuses on the popular vote while the senator delays legislation to aid a political rival and prepare remarks on Bristol Smoot Taft.
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Groton
Co Ss
Capitol
Bristol
Smoot
Taft
Claremont Recorder
Former congressman tied to Swift meat trust probe
State records link ex congressman Martin to representing Swift & Co in South Dakota during investigations of the meat packers trust per Kingsbury County Independent report.
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Martin
Packers’ Meat Trust
Swift & Co
South Dakota
Kingsbury County
Insurance Combine Forces Against Kittredge Supporter Holmes
Charles E. Holmes of Sioux Falls, State Agent for a New York City insurer, has been ordered by the home office to cease his Progressive Republican campaign work. Two of Kittredge's campaign healers demanded his recall, and the order followed. The Canton Leader notes this as evidence of Kittredge's interests.
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Kittredge
Charles E. Holmes
Sioux Falls
New York City
Home Office
Holmes
Adot
Canton
Doane Robinson Praises South Dakota Legislature Reform Record
A public sentiment piece cites Doane Robinson praising the 1907 South Dakota legislature for meeting pledges in the 1906 platform and exceeding its reform mandate. The letter contrasts wage history and saving habits, arguing that thrift builds independence and future employment rather than wage increases. Dakota Farmer.
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Doane Robinson
South Dakota
Pierre
Centerville Journal
Attorney for Milwaukee Railroad Question Debated
A debate between Kittredge and the state auditor over whether he has always served as the Milwaukee railroad's attorney is described as an interesting event by the Arlington Sun.
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Kittredge
State Auditor
Milwaukee Railroad
Arlington Sun
Drunken Americans Halt South American Regiment
The battle line stalled as General Blanco failed to move his regiment after an aide reported drunken Americans blocking the advance. The commander shouted for his troops, while Blanco’s forces remained behind, delaying the attack.
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South American Republic
Blanco
Fry
Bryan Dominates Iowa Democratic Convention in Cedar Rapids
In Cedar Rapids on March 26 the Democratic state convention chose delegates to the national convention. The gathering was heavily attended and Bryan sentiment dominated with iron clad resolutions binding the delegates. Attempts to block instructions in some districts were decisively defeated. The resolutions followed the Nebraska platform.
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Cedar Rapids
For sale Good mare four years old
For sale a good mare four years old weight 1300 pounds offered by A. M. Urquhart.
Two New Printing Presses Arrive for Office Use
The office receives two presses a two revolution Campbell seven quarto and a Cottrill drum cylinder six quarto. Both are installed and connected to the engine and ready for demonstration at the office.
Costain Brothers advertise sewing machines for sale and rent
The Costain Brothers offer Old Reliable Singer and Light Running New Home sewing machines for sale or rent. Also available are other machines for rent.
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Costain Brothers
Singer
Conover
Chickering
Beadle County Sheriff Candidate Snyder Seeks Primary Support
Dan W. Snyder announces candidacy for Beadle County sheriff and asks voters for support at the June primaries. He issues the political notice to Beadle County voters.
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Beadle County
Dan W. Snyder
Sheriff Nomination Announcement in Beadle County
Lam candidate seeks Republican nomination for sheriff subject to Bea die county voters at the June 1908 primary. W. D. Lows announced candidacy and branding as a party contender.
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Beadie County
Candidate for City Clerk Seeks Support
1446 M Schoenert announces candidacy for city clerk. Support requested from voters and community members.
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M. Schoenert
Candidate for City Clerk Announces Spring Election Bid
The speaker announces candidacy for City Clerk in the upcoming spring elections. No further details about platform, background, or endorsements are provided.
Beadle County Sheriff Candidate Announcement
JOAN W. Boxe announces candidacy for Beadle County sheriff on the Republican ticket and asks for support at the June 9 1908 primary election.
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Beadle County
Joan W. Boxe
Beadle County Becomes Campaign Scene for State's Attorney Bid
C S Hagen seeks Beadle County State's Attorney on the Republican ticket. He pledges square fair play, economy and honesty, and says his duty is to serve without prejudice or malice. He details his career from Grundy county Illinois to Huron and Chicago law education.
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Beadle County
Paris
Beadle
Grundy County
Ilinois
Law School
University of Wisconsin
Kent College of Law
Chicago
Illinois
Morris
Tlinois
Huron
Beadle Countty
C. S. Hagen
Monument and Cemetery Supply Sale Notice
Notice announces 30 day reduction on monuments headstones and cemetery supplies from Hvron Granite and Marble Works Noli and Cole, proprietors. Includes spring sale details and contact for orders.
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Spring Ee Hvron
Granite & Marble
Noli & Cole
Seed wheat and flax seed for sale in Huron South Dakota
Notice announces sale of good seed wheat No. 1 hard and No. 1 flax seed in Huron South Dakota. Contact Joan H. Minar at Huron for details.
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Huron
S. D
Joan H. Minar
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