26 Jun 1908
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Newspaper
Kingsbury County Independent
Location
De Smet, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1908
Page
1
Pierre June 20 The state treasurer issues a call for 126000 of outstanding general fund warrants for June 26 This reduces general warrants to under 100000 and with no bonded debt the state is in strong financial shape The statement contrasts prior campaign talk.
William H Taft secured the presidential nomination at the national convention last week on the first ballot. The party praised Tafts qualifications as the best choice before the convention and reported universal Republican satisfaction with the nomination. Sherman named for vice president as a concession to New York to hold the state in line, while western Republicans favored Dolliver or Cummins for balance.
The Pierre Capital Journal notes continued factional campaigning ahead two years. It states Burke's control despite defying Glass at the primaries and claims Crawford’s majority rested on Democratic votes, while few Democrats crossed party lines. The piece argues voters acted by choice, urging Republicans to back nominees including Burke regardless of personal preference.
The piece calculates William Howard Taft’s possible age at inauguration at 51 years and six months. It notes the national average age for presidents at taking office 50.6, Taft’s legal background, Unitarian faith, Yale ties, and a career path from assistant prosecutor to Cincinnati judge and U S circuit judge before becoming president of the United States.
The profile lauds William Howard Taft as a disciplined, direct leader favored by President Roosevelt for his firm, practical approach. It portrays him as a strong, cautious executive who rejects flashy rhetoric, aims to balance big business with public protection, and upholds the square deal.
The coal roads filed demurrers to the government’s suit enforcing the commodity clause of the rate control law. They argue the act exceeds congressional power, violates due process, and imposes class-heavy penalties. One company warns enforcement would harm public supply in other states. Sioux City Tribune notes the protracted legal fight and ongoing coal prices.
The Bryant and Madison professional teams were advertised for a key game last Saturday but started late due to a Bryant player’s delay. The first inning ended scoreless for both sides, the second saw Bryant score twice, while Madison was shut out. The narrative notes the third inning as Madison’s turn to respond.
Rev H Preston argues on Children's Day that children have rights to moral health, education, and a natural childhood. He urges fathers to pass on clean reputations, warns against premature toil, and calls for reverence to God as essential to a complete education.
A daughter speaks gently to her father about a quarrel with Julius. She says there will be no fighting as Christmas nears, showing tender concern for family harmony. The tone is warm and private, reflecting holiday relief and reconciliation.
Very low round trip rates to San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Tacoma Seattle and other North Pacific Coast points from Chicago via Union Pacific and North Western Line. Travel daily June 1 to September 15 with liberal return limits and favorable stop over arrangements. Apply to any ticket agent The North Western Line for full particulars.
Notice is given for the annual meeting of the Farmers Co operation Association of De Smet to be held at the De Smet opera house at 2 PM on Saturday June 27 1908. Elections of officers for the ensuing year will occur and other business may be transacted. Attendance of every stockholder is desired. Dated June 8 1908. W J Ryan, President F W Wriant, Secretary.
Balthasar Voegeli sues the State of South Dakota and multiple executors and heirs to quiet title to the southwest quarter of section 3 in township 111 range 56 west. The complaint seeks determination of all adverse claims and liens on the property and demands service with thirty days to answer. Court located in De Smet, Kingsbury County.
The State of South Dakota serves summons to multiple defendants in De Smet Kingsbury County. The complaint seeks to quiet title and determine adverse claims to the northeast quarter of section 28, township 112, range 57, containing 160 acres, per government survey. Defendants must answer within thirty days. default leads to relief sought.
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