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Newspaper

Kingsbury County Independent

Location

De Smet, South Dakota, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1908

Page

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Mr Kittredges Favors Railroad Emergency Currency Bill

The text notes Mr Kittredge supports a railroad emergency currency bill. It presents his stance as part of a broader legislative discussion.

Kittredge Post Wobbles Around State

The newspaper asserts Kittredge remains at his post but notes the position appears to wander across the state rather than stay stationed in Washington.

Kittredge Washington

Kittredge’s Paper Supports Emergency Currency Bill

The article notes Mr. Kittredge’s new paper favors the Aldrich railroad emergency currency bill and suggests the silent gentleman backs the abortive legislation. It asserts railroad and corporate interests must be safeguarded to restore confidence.

Political editorials cross the party line in early 1900s papers

The Huron Journal-World comments on Democratic editors clipping from Republican sheets while The Argus Leader notes Kittredge paying his campaign expenses. It contrasts government pay to campaign work and criticizes tax comparisons between 1905 1907 and upcoming 1908 levies.

Pukwani Press Harry Wentry Democratic State Committee Huron Journal-World

Two-Chance Debate Cited In Legislative Proposal

In a debate on legislative rules, supporters argue the plan affords two chances across two preceding years, while critics say it doubles the workload and weakens accountability. The discussion centers on how opportunities are counted and applied to current decisions.

Roosevelt Must Stop Writing Messages to Congress

The item argues that if President Roosevelt aims to avoid staying in the presidency beyond four years, he should cease issuing Messages to Congress. It frames the act as a political mechanism linking speeches to tenure.

Roosevelt Congress

Kittredge Fund Campaign Expenses Questioned

The Argus Leader notes Kittredge would cover his own campaign costs. It states he earns just over $20 daily as a senator while campaigning, raising questions about funding.

Argus Kittredge

Browne Backed by McLeod as House Speaker Power

The machine press say Browne harbors no further ambition but allege his record contradicts that claim. They argue under McLeod Browne acted to strengthen his position as speaker, effectively making McLeod the power behind Browne’s potential governorship.

Machine Press Browne McLeod

Kittredge backs 2 cent passenger rate amid legal doubts

The article notes Mr. Kittredge favors a 2 cent passenger fare and frames it as a late shift toward regulation. It argues such a rate is unconstitutional in several supreme courts for failing to provide just value, questioning the wisdom of endorsing a low fare as a reform measure.

Kittredge Supreme Courts Supreme Court of Pennsylvania

Kittredge Seeks Wagon To Victory In SD

Mr. Kittredge aims for victory in South Dakota and counters the 2 cent fare idea. The dialogue frames his push as a bid for political support against unpopular fare plans.

South Dakota Mr. Kittredge

Canton News Calls Tax Campaign Unwise and Pettifogging

The News denounces the current tax campaign as unfair and unfounded. It urges abandonment, arguing taxes are not higher this year and that campaign material relies on false pretenses regardless of which faction holds power.

Canton News

Aberdeen News Editor Disputes Debt Claim From Crawford Era

The Aberdeen News editor McLeod denies leaving a public debt for the Crawford administration to pay, while records show Senate bill 107 funded a 1574.62 deficiency for printing and binding public records. The Canton News argues state taxes are not high and predicts a surplus, noting a proprietor’s $3000 annual grant from the Crawford era.

McLeop Aberdeen News and Machine Leader Elrod Crawford C. J. McLeod Aberdeen News McLeod Canton News Brookings Press George Nash Aberdeen Normal School

Nash and the machine in politics and education

Nash is described as a machine man placed in a school to create a vacancy for another worker. He is considered a decent educator, but the Crawford administration protects such appointees, extending civil service beyond prudent limits. Nash’s paper funds Kittredge against Crawford, drawing opposition to Crawford.

Nash Mike Crawford Civil Service Kittredge

Aldrich currency bill faces opposition from graft concerns

The Aldrich railroad emergency currency bill draws opposition as graft fears rise. Critics argue bonds used as security for currency require four percent dividends for five years, a standard vulnerable to current traffic declines and watered stock. Senator Daniel of West Virginia cites Seaboard Air Line's recent receiver status to illustrate potential losses if many railroads fail.

Aldrich Daniel West Virginia J. Pierpont Morgan Seaboard Air Line

Railroads Faces Supply Crunch and Dividend Controversy

An editorial condemns speculation and watered stocks in railroads over seven prosperous years. It notes 12 to 14 percent of freight equipment idle while power shortages last year and warns that a proposed measure would be a major graft, threatening sound investments and national finance.

Seaboard Air Line Daniel Senate United States

Eben W Martin Praised But Criticized As Congress Candidate

In Mitchell a large crowd heard Eben W Martin praised as a statesman by supporters of Kittredge who call him a likely congressman. Critics oppose Martin calling him a pliable tool and advocate Burke as the preferable choice for office.

Eben W. Martin Mitchell Black Hills Congress Argus-Leader Mr. Martin Kittredge Martin Burke

Hard Fighter in Congress Stands for Pierre Allies

The speaker contrasts a hard fighter in Congress who champions Pierre and political allies with Martin, claiming the former's effort exceeds what Martin has achieved for their interests.

Congress Pierre Martin

Browne backs governor bid but opposes repeal claims

C J McLeod's candidate Browne promises not to repeal progressive laws if elected, yet his record as a machine legislator shows he opposed them. Supporters doubt any pledge, noting he fought adoption of the laws and would not retain them if he could repeal.

Browne C. J. McLeod McLeod

Teachers Meeting in De Smet February 22

A De Smet area teachers meeting is set for February 22 in the court room with a forenoon session. Attendees receive credit for full participation and completing tasks. Those not asked to prepare papers must read chapters 9, 10, 11, and 13 of Among Country Schools, or substitute chapters 5–8 of Mathematical Geography. Program to be announced by A H Seymour, County Superintendent.

de Smet A. H. Seymour, Co

Foley's Honey and Tar Cures Coughs and Colds

An old advertisement proclaims Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy for obstinate coughs and colds with mild laxative effects and a guarantee. The text also mentions a yellow package and Sasse's acy in faded lines.

Foley Sasse

May Interest You Kidney Cure Claim

In a short notice an ad proclaims Foley's Kidney Cure will stop irregularities and cure kidney and bladder trouble not relieved by medicine. It suggests immediate relief and a broad claim, typical of sensational medical ads.

Foley Sasse’s Macy

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