18 Sep 1908
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Newspaper
Kingsbury County Independent
Location
De Smet, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1908
Page
1
A national brief notes William H. Taft for president and James Sherman for vice president, listing Taft Sherman as the ticket in the state context. The fragment reflects historical political alignment without additional details.
A newly issued democratic campaign book coincides with the release of a democratic record from the same source. The items appear as paired publications aimed at detailing party positions and campaign progress.
The coal carrying railroads owning about 90 percent of the country’s anthracite secure an unconstitutional ruling against the interstate commerce law section that blocked road operation of mines. The coal trust gains court approval.
The text argues for raising the attorney general salary to 1809 while others in state office earn more. It notes broad support for a divorce law change increasing residence from six months to one year. It also reports several U S circuit court cases in Deadwood and Philadelphia involving horse theft, liquor sales, and railroad fraud, criticizing the court rulings and public redress.
The National Bar Association criticizes the public for lacking confidence in the courts while noting that corporate interests prevail regardless of how single car shipments are used.
A fatherly admonition urges constant labor across all tasks to build character and future security. He warns against excessive rest, notes the dangers of long hours, and argues that hard work yields appetite, sleep, and holiday satisfaction while lauding the value of contributing to the world.
In three key states Ohio Iowa and Indiana local temperance fights dominate the nascent national campaign. Ohio's anti saloon league grew from local roots and pressured party bosses, while Indiana's governor Hanly pushes temperance laws amid machine politics and a looming Republican primary.
The Minneapolis Journal notes Democrats face pressure as Republicans hope to curb losses in Missouri Tennessee and Oklahoma where Democratic rule draws backlash. The piece stresses the high stakes of state results for party control.
Sunday sermon reflects on hardship as a force for character, noting divine love tempering trials and offering escape through nature, intellect, brotherhood, and religious hope. The church, sacraments, and song uplift the soul amid sorrow.
The Minneapolis Journal argues federal power cannot halt coal price manipulation by railroads. It notes the intersate commerce law fixes max rates, but warns railroads can profit by selling coal cheaply while freight costs stay high. It cites Standard Oil as precedent and urges prohibition to break the monopoly.
The Sioux Falls Press argues that railroads cannot invade any industry via monopoly and urges either constitutional limits on railroads to common carrier duties or public takeovers to regain sites and control.
In Kingsbury County South Dakota Daniel Boose deceased Anna RB Boose files for letters of administration hearing set for September 22 1908 at 10 o clock a m in De Smet court house all interested persons may appear to show cause why petition should not be granted.
The attorney general shall receive the same annual salary as other state officers under Article 4, Section 12. The measure will appear on the November 3, 1908 general election ballot with Yes and No options, instructions, and a state seal.
Executor James Christie issues a four month claims notice to creditors and claimants against the estate of P L Peterson Deceased. Claims must be presented with vouchers within four months after first publication to the executor at his Volga Brookings residence dated September Lat 1908.
Notice is given by F. M. Andrews administrator of the estate of Amelia M. Reider deceased to creditors and all persons with claims to present them with vouchers within six months after publication to his De Smet National Bank office in De Smet Kingsbury County South Dakota dated August 26 1908.
In Kingsbury County South Dakota Amelia M Ruth filed for letters of administration on the estate of Thomas H Ruth deceased. The hearing is set for Tuesday September 15 1908 at 10 o clock a m at the county judge office in De Smet. The petition requests that administration be issued to M Andrews of De Smet South Dakota. Dated August 26 1908 at De Smet. RE F Green County Judge F A Carpenter Clerk Warren and Warren Attorneys for Petitioner.
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