Political slate for South Dakota offices listed in full
The document lists candidates across multiple statewide offices including United States Senator I Crawford and governor R S Vesley with other positions such as State Treasurer C H Cassis Secretary of State S C Polley State Auditor John Hirning Attorney General S W Clark Superintendent H A Astrud Commissioner O C Dokken Railroad Commissioner F C Robinson National Committeeman Thos Thorson and congressmen Philo Hall Brookings and W S Glass Watertown.
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United States
H. A. Asttrud
Sioux Falls
O. C. Dokken
Toronto
2Nd
Dist
F. C. Robinson
Groton
Thos. Thorson
Canton
Editorial Uniformity Across State Press Cited
Last week’s issue mirrors a statewide pattern with canned editorials from the Kittredge press bureau widely used, reflecting centralized editorial influence. The note highlights recurring practices in editorial sourcing and response across multiple outlets.
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Stalwart
Kittredge Press
Endorsements in South Dakota Senate race favor Kit Treudge
Senator Nelson and Senator Teller back Kit Treudge for the South Dakota senate seat. Twenty-three of twenty-five stalwarts pledged to back him have not yet appeared to publicly endorse.
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Nelson
Great Northern
Senate
Teller
Colorado
Kittredge
South Dakota
Kitt
Vessey Seen as Likely Republican Nominee After Primaries
The piece notes Vessey, praised as a clean state leader, is expected to win the Republican nomination by a large majority after the June 9 primaries. It mentions local papers asking about how he harmed rivals, then shifts to confidence in his nomination.
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Vessey
Progressive Republicans Endorse State Ticket for Reform
The piece argues the state ticket's importance alongside the senatorial race. It urges voters to mark primary ballots only for candidates representing progressive principles, warning that a stalwart victory could bring back railroad–controlled convention practices.
Local Reader Denounces Slander and Pledges Honest Election
The Lake Preston Times rebuts a claim that voters will cross party lines on June 9. It rebukes allegations of reform legislation praise by Kitt and notes the employers liability law Kitt helped draft was struck down by the Supreme Court.
Stalwarts Add Anti-Graft Motto as Burkes and Martins Tangle
The passage notes a political motto update amid scrutiny of mileage theft involving Burke and Martin, implying the anti graft stance aims to curb corrupt practices. It suggests ongoing internal conflict over ethics standards within the group.
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Burke
Martin
Kittrepage Critics Railroads Valuation in 1907
The piece rebukes Kittrepage for opposing a railroads assessment rise in 1907 while noting rail value growth under his long control. it questions his view of farm land values and implies a bias amid prosperity. The narrator notes farm land values increased slightly in 1907 and mocks the notion that improved farms fetch low prices.
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Kittrepage
Kitt
South Dakota
Political Debate Over Farm Land Assessments
The Crawford administration denies ordering higher farm land values to cut state costs. County auditors met in Pierre to discuss 1908 assessments, voting by majority to adjust valuations. Brookings auditor Murphy led a movement to raise rates in some areas, while Crawford claims no involvement and accuses the press of deception.
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Crawford
Lake Preston Times
Pierre
Brookings County
Murphy
Why Not Tell It All The Railroad Tax Debate
The Kings Parker Press Leader argues railroads spent thousands on campaign literature and ready made editorials while avoiding comparing taxes under Kittredge rule and Crawford. It notes taxes rose from 338 762.47 in 1906 to 560 486.02 the next year, a $221 723.55 increase, urging voters to see the motive to oppose Crawford.
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Kittredge Press
Pierre
Kittredge
Crawford
Kings
Parker Press Leader
When Martin Went to See Hughitt
Eben W. Martin faced a pivotal chance to aid the republican cause but withdrew, leaving Jim Munn’s 1904 congress bid to fade quickly. The Deadwood Telegram frames the tale as a cautionary account of political timing and alliance with Crawford.
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Martin
Hughitt
Martin Tridge and Railroad Interests in 1904 Hills Fight
Insurgents expected Martin to join Crawford. Kennedy and the Kittredge railroad group pressed Jim Munn. Martin visited Omaha and Chicago, then railroad leaders shifted to drop Munn and back Martin. He abandoned insurgent pledges, prompting debate on corruption and reform.
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Martin
Kittredge
Kennedy
Crawford
Jim Munn
Reform
Omaha
Ben White
Northwestern
Chicago
Marvin Hughitt
Hughitt
MR. White
Tareze
Epigrams from Memorial Sermon 1908 on Patriotism and Faith
Rev. H. Preston delivers a memorial sermon urging remembrance of Civil War sacrifices. He links religion and republic, notes decay signals declining piety, and recalls how the Grand Army of the Republic shaped national spirit and civic memory.
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H. Preston
North Western Line Announces Winona Milwaukee Service
New schedule begins Monday May 18 with a Pullman drawing room sleeping car leaving Winona at 9 40 p m arriving Milwaukee 7 45 the return departs Milwaukee at 7 45 p m arriving Winona 7 00 a m Dining car service runs between Winona and Sleepy Eye Direct connections at Winona with Pullman sleeping cars to and from Mankato Tickets and full information from any ticket agent The North Western Line
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Winona
Milwaukee
North Western
Pullman
Mankato
Sleepy Eye
North Western Line
Warren Announces Candidacy for Kingsbury State's Attorney
Wo H Warren declares his candidacy for a second term as State's Attorney of Kingsbury county South Dakota He states his aim to enforce laws impartially and fulfill all duties if Republicans elect him in the June 1908 primaries Supporter notes indicate a reaffirmation of reform and duty.
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Kingsbury County
South Dakota
Wo. H. Warren
Kingsbury County Judge Candidate Declares Run
EK F Green files notice as a Republican candidate for County Judge of Kingsbury County South Dakota subject to the June 1908 primary. The statement confirms candidacy and party allegiance with the election’s outcome to be decided by Republican voters.
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Kingsbury County
South Dakota
EK. F. Green
Goodwin Announces Democratic Sheriff Candidacy for Kingsbury
Thereby announce myself a candidate for nomination to the office of Sheriff of Kingsbury county 8. D. on the democratic ticket subject to the will of the voters at the June 1908 primaries. THOS P GOODWIN
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Kingsbury County
Thos. P, Goodwin
Crawford Declares Candidacy for State's Attorney
D A Crawford announces candidacy for State's Attorney subject to Republican voters of Kingsbury County at the June 1908 primaries. He signs the notice as the candidate seeking the office.
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Kingsbury County
D. A. Crawford
Armstrong Seeks Kingsbury County Representative Seat
R J Armstrong announces candidacy for representative from Kingsbury county subject to the Republican primary in June. He pledges to serve constituents and follow the majority on electing a United States senator if nominated and elected.
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Kingsbury County
United States
R. J. Armstrong
Endorsement for Coe I Crawford for U S senator
A statement urging Republican voters in the county to support Coe I Crawford for United States senator at the June 9 1908 primary, pledging to respect the state convention principles and the voters instruction if elected.
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Coe I. Crawford
United States
Barber declares for Kingsbury County race in June primary
A. N. Barber of Kingsbury county declares Republican support for re electing Senator A. B. Kittredge and the stalwart congressional ticket. He vows to govern by state majority vote and to pursue policies serving the people of the state.
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Kingsbury County
A. B. Kittredge
U. S
A. N. Barber
County Treasurer Nomination Bid Seeks GOP Primary Support
K Knudson announces renomination bid for County Treasurer and asks Republican voters for support in the upcoming primary.
State Senator Candidate Statement from Jacob Johnson
Jacob Johnson declares Republican affiliation and progressive faction support and urges election of U S Senator Doe I Crawford and Governor R S Vessey. He pledges to use best efforts to back laws in the state’s best interests if elected.
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Kingsbury
Doe I. Crawford
U. S
R. 8S. Vessey
Jacob Johnson
Endorsement by E J English in De Smet March 27 1908
Representative from De Smet endorses the Republican primary policy. He backs President Roosevelt and Governor Crawford and pledges to serve the people of the state and county to the best of his ability. March 27 1908.
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Republicum
Roosevelt
Crawford
E. J. English
Carpenter Seeks Republican Support for Clerk of Courts Nomination
F. A. Carpenter announces re nomination for Clerk of Courts urging Republican voters at the primacy to back his bid. The notice emphasizes experience and continuity in court records and administration.
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Merk of
F. A. Carpenter
Flanders Seeks Republican Support in Kingsbury County
Notice requests support fromRegister of Deeds candidates on the Republican ticket for Kingsbury County voters at the June 9 1908 primaries. J Flanders named as asserting candidacy and solicitation of votes.
Carroll seeks support of Republican voters in primary
P A Carroll appeals to Republican voters to back candidacy in the upcoming primary as he delivers his date to the office of County Auditor and emphasizes party support.
Olston Announces Candidacy for State Senator in Kingsbury County
At the request of many friends Olston announces as a Republican candidate for state senator subject to Kingsbury County primary on June 5. If nominated he vows strict economy, honest legislation, and adherence to party guidance for the U S senate race. The support of all Republicans is solicited.
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Bryan
Prohibition Party
Crawford
Lake Preston Times
Democratic
Prohibition
Kingsbury County
U. S
Olston
Henry Hinz Seeks Republican Sheriff Nomination in Kingsbury
Henry Hinz declares lifelong Republican loyalty and vows full dedication of time to sheriff duties if nominated and elected, as the June primaries approach in Kingsbury County. He asks Republican voters for their support.
Re-election Bid Cites June 9 1908 Primaries
A political notice by Stoner seeks renomination as state representative in the Republican primaries on June 9 1908. He endorses Hon Coe Tf Crawford for U.S. Senate and pledges to vote per statewide instructions, if re-elected. He pledges to serve county and state with best effort.
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United States
Coe Tf. Crawford
Tonany
State Bank
Stoner
Kingsbury County Sheriff Primary Campaign
A Republican candidate for Kingsbury county sheriff seeks voter support at the June 1908 primaries. The communicated letter from L B Larson of Iroquois urges participation and backing for the Republican ticket in the forthcoming election.
County Commissioner Seeks Republican Primary Support
Statement from the second commissioner district candidate in Kingsbury County pledging to run the county’s business in a businesslike and economical manner if elected. The candidate respectfully asks Republican voters for their support in the June primary.
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Kingsbury County
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Supreme Court
Washington
Deadwood
Eben W. Martin
Congress
Munn
Horizion
Grand Army of
Republic
K. Knudson
Register of Deeds of
J. Flanders
P. A, Carroll
Offi Henry
Hinz
Eld
L. B. Larson
Iroquois
McLaughlin
de Smet Mere
Co. Burdick & Co
F. Sehaub
G. Delvecchio
Iowa
Iron Gates
Laird Norton Yards
W. J. Hohler
Hazel
O. H. Hazel
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