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Newspaper
Journal World Spirit
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1908
Page
2
Secretary McIlvaine extended an invitation to Governor Johnson of Minnesota to speak at the coming state fair. The speech is set for Tuesday September 8, the first day of the fair, with expectations of a warm reception due to his popularity and notable accomplishments as Minnesota's chief executive.
A special Elks train left Huron Thursday at 9 15 bound for Watertown to aid the Watertown chapter dedication of new headquarters and club rooms. About 100 Huron Elks joined the trip stopping at Cavour Iroquois DeSmet Arlington Lake Preston and Brookings to pick up members. The party traveled with three city physicians and two pharmacists for safety and returned Friday morning.
James Whalen died Saturday morning at his home after a Friday incident at his Wisconsin street shop. A belt and flywheel injury caused a fatal skull fracture. He had been cheerful before the accident and was a Congregational church member. burial followed at Riverside cemetery.
High school pupils achieved an average scholarship of 90 percent or higher for January 17 to February 28. Class listings include D Class Harold Baker Chester Kerr Hazel Peek Otho Youngs, C Class Dorothy Beach Martha Davis Elsie Lampe Bessie Lynn Mildred McEwen Edith McGarvey Catherine McKay Oscar Olson Grace Roberts Gertrude Rother Anna Zell Lena Zell, B Class Earl Anderson Lydia Bonesteel Marguerite Jones Lizzie Lauters Cora Lynn Emily Schulze Cleata Thorpe, A Class Gertrude Abel Hazel Baker Frank Hibbard Maude Kester. For sale 160 acre farm well improved with 130 under cultivation. For particulars call or write Broadland State Bank.
R. R. Commissioners meet to discuss way bill shipments and returnable cans with a joint rate requested by Redfield Creamery Co for routes on the Minneapolis and St. Louis line. Hearing adjourned to April in Sioux Falls. Interstate Commerce Commission to hear in Chicago April 20. Attending: Chairman D H Smith, W H Stanley, Geo Rice, and railroad reps from Northwestern, Milwaukee, Chicago St Paul Minneapolis and Omaha, and Minneapolis and St. Louis.
The Pierre band leader O Hanlon faced pressure to switch engagements from the Egan to the Burke meeting. Threats were made that his salary would be cut by the City Council if he broke the engagement. He chose to resign rather than abandon his work, demonstrating decisive character.
A varied slate of new titles arrives including Luther The Mastery and Luther Between the Dark and the Daylight by W D Howells Edith Wharton’s My Merry Rockhurst Gilbert Parker Under the Southern Cross Robins Stories of Symphonic Music Gilliman Natural History of the Ten Commandments and multiple works by Conrad Valletta Phelps Mareia and more. Readers can explore fiction by Jane Austen and Edith Wharton alongside biographies and histories among the fresh shelf additions.
Numerous campus items include Prairie Rose Lodge initiates eight new members and a special dispensation for their charter. Debates between Philomathians and Blackburnians about naval policy, a minstrel show, and a vaudeville program receive praise. Athletic teams train for state meets in Mitchell and Madison, with track, gym, and cross country activity noted.
Rev. Leonard Kingsley Smith was ordained a priest of the Protestant Episcopal Church at Grace Episcopal Church. The Rt. Rev. F F Johnson presided with the laying on of hands. Sermon by Rev. M F Montgomery. Attended by Rev. John B Van Fleet and others including Very Rev Edward Ashley. Large congregation, litany and Holy Communion observed.
A field guide recounts Custer’s last stand with vivid details of the deaths and markers. The writer notes how every trooper followed his leader and describes lone white stones marking fallen men. He weighs Reno’s actions and the lack of artillery due to bad roads, amid a solemn landscape.
We extend heartfelt thanks to kind friends who assisted us during the recent death of our loved one. Your support and condolences brought comfort to our family.
We present a wide range of low shoes and Oxfords in many shades and styles including Patent Kid and Vici Kid. Oxford Ties, Sailor Ties, Pumps and Strap Slippers are offered. Please call to arrange a showing of these styles.
Fragmentary text references James Valley Bank and savings growth. Indicates saving incentives or seed funds. Details unclear due to OCR errors but centers on bank savings and encouragement to start accounts.
Dan W. SxypER announces his run for Beadle County sheriff and seeks support at the June primaries. He frames his bid as a public service and asks voters for backing.
Beadle County voters will decide in June 1908 whether W D Lown secures the Republican nomination for sheriff. He submits his candidacy for the party’s primary election.
The candidate announces intent to run for City Clerk at the upcoming spring election. Signed by M Hochzenert and B Morley.
Joan W. Borun announces candidacy for Beadle County sheriff on the Republican ticket and seeks support at the June 9, 1908 primary election. The message presents a political campaign declaration with dates and party affiliation.
Household goods for sale all items must be sold within ten days. Call to view them on the east side of the street between 9th and 10th streets.
Wanted: farm or small to medium size property for sale in a good prosperous locality. Owner should respond at once to the publisher at 984 Rochester.
One way tickets at special low rates on sale daily in March and wet period. Fares from The Hesth Angeles Portland and Puget to western sites. Personal conduct by tourist agents and managers listed. Contact nearest ticket agent for details.
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