11 Jun 1909
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Newspaper
Kingsbury County Independent
Location
De Smet, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1909
Page
1
An old cry surfaces as tariff controversy reveals how many senators have multibillion fortunes from manufacturing and monopolies. The public should expect scant tariff justice from lawmakers with strong vested interests in industry.
The article humorously reports Roosevelt riding a South African locomotive, suggesting either fatigue or taming of the craft for the stunt. It mocks the idea of an ex president choosing to ride the pilot of an American locomotive during its regular stunt.
Dispatches from Pierre report Geo. W. Egan the disbarred Sioux Falls attorney filed a supreme court petition for reinstatement. The piece notes politics in the disbarrment and doubts the chance for reinstatement, regardless of merit. It also covers railroad express rate cuts ordered 20 percent effective July 1 and questions whether classifications will offset the loss, hinting at possible legislative action next session.
The passage argues that transportation firms bypass state regulations by reclassifying operations and that state action is limited. It contends only federal congressional regulation can effectively curb such practices given current congressional membership.
The Argus Leader questions why Governor Vessey may rethink Basford’s reappointment. It suggests Basford’s fate hinges on political pressure from the insurance combine and notes pressure from the A L and allies to oppose Basford. The paper urges Vessey to act on his own ideas like Charles E Hughes.
Senator Sovage argues the Republican claim against downward tariff revision is false and cites President Taft's campaign stance as supporting reductions on excessive tariffs. He warns that if Aldrich becomes law, the next House may not be Republican, and Democratic actions offer little improvement.
The passage argues the public will punish tariff aggressors and elect Democrats in many close congressional districts, asserting a partisan shift driven by economic discontent and perceived government overreach.
The sun will undergo a total eclipse across the United States on June 17 except the far south. It will start about 6 10 AM and last beyond sunset, recalling the 1869 total eclipse near Civil War era memories. Residents of South Dakota expect a memorable rare event.
Excursion rates announced for Aberdeen South Dakota home-coming June 16 to 18, 1909 via the North Western Line. Tickets on sale the 15th to 17th, with return valid June 19. Inquiries to any North Western Line ticket agent. Also private sale of household goods including furniture, rugs, dishes, stoves, buggy, cutter and harness.
Musicians are invited to join violin and mandolin classes every Tuesday at Mrs. H. C. Hunts on Third Street. Paul Benthin of Huron College oversees.
Special low round trip rates via the Chicago and North Western to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Glenwood Springs and other Colorado points to the Yellowstone region. Travel offers limited and may require routing through Chicago.
National Park to San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Tacoma Seattle Vancouver and other Pacific Coast points offered with finest train service and convenient schedules. Low rates allow outbound and return travel with liberal stopovers and return limits. Great chance to visit the Seattle Exposition and more en route. Inquire at Chicago North Western ticket offices for details and free maps itineraries.
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