Mitchell conference unites GOP factions in South Dakota
The Mitchell meeting between Burke supporters and a Cummins side led by State Treasurer Ewert produced a plan to divide the South Dakota delegation and back the state’s primary choice. Delegates vow to support the nominee in good faith, remain flexible if Cummins cannot win, and seek unity with other candidates if needed.
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South Dakota
Cummins
Root
Hughes
Repiblican
Ewert
Grantine
Why a War with Germany Divides U S Opinion
The Chicago Tribune weighs the case for and against entering war with Germany over rights on the seas. It argues national honor matters less than practical aims, warns against sentiment-driven war, and notes cabinet splits between prowar and peacemaker factions.
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The
Chicago Tribune
Germany
the Tribune
United States
Lusitania
Chicago
Congress
Ralph Wheelock Adop ted by Cat
Minneapolis Journal reports Ralph Wheelock a member of the State board of control has been adopted by an Angora cat. The cat roams to his home at 1924 Colfax avenue serenading and singing beneath his window. Police advised indoors at night. Wheelock denies ownership and asks the cat be kept away.
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Minneapolis
Ralph Wheelock
State Board of Control
Wheelock
Colfax Avenue
John Hart
Mr. Wheelock
State Indians Are Scientific Farmers Meet Held in Pierre
A farmers meeting in Pierre South Dakota presided by Walter Swift Bird was recently held at the ranch home of Te. The gathering focused on scientific farming techniques and agricultural improving methods for local Native American communities.
Indians Discuss Farming and Soil on Cheyenne River Reservation
Henry LeBeau leads a Cheyenne River Reservation gathering with Henry Hodgkiss on better farming and Harry Turtle Necklace on better horses. Each presenter reflects study and effort in key regional topics.
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Henry LeBeau
Cheyenne River Reservation
Henry Hodgkiss
Harry Turtle Necklace
G O P Conference Names Delegates In South Dakota
The South Dakota Republican conference selected ten national delegates for the May primary, split between the stalwart and progressive wings. Delegates include Gov. Frank M. Byrne and Sen. Thomas Sterling with regional choices across districts. Burke urged end to factionalism while noting Willis Cook as a neutral national committeeman. The group debated convention timing and urged fair representation for Indian reservation areas.
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South Dakota
A. B. Cummins
Iowa
Hawkeye Solon
Chicago
United States
Thomas Sterling
Charles H. Burke
Burke
Harmony
Cummins
Willis C. Cook
Sioux Falls
Cook
Frank M. Byrne
Faulkton
Sterling
Vermillion
C. N. Herried
Assembly
Civil Service
Congress
Old
Corn Palace
Republican
St. Louis
J. H. Scriven
Winner
Mr. Scriven
Resolutions Condemn Wilson Administration at South Dakota Meeting
The Republicans of South Dakota met in Mitchell to denounce the Wilson administration and urge harmony in state and nation. They call for a Republican victory to restore protectionist policies and address perceived national inefficiency and extravagance.
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Wilson
South Dakota
Mitchell
South Dakota Republicans Call for Fair Delegate Selection at Primary
Journal excerpt shows South Dakota Republicans endorsing a preferential presidential primary and equal voter voice in selecting delegates. The statement urges delegates who reflect state sentiment, pledge loyalty to a nominee, and support a candidate who can secure victory in November. Signatories include J. F. Halliday CG, M. Harrison, J. B. Yule, A. G. Granger, W. E. Milligan, and J. P. Sullivan.
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Lfe
South Dakota
J. F. Halliday
M. Harrison
Spy Agustissy
J. B. Yule
A. G. Granger
W. BE. Milligan
J. FP. Sullivan
Chas Boreson Seeks Senate Nomination in May Primaries
Charles Boreson a leading Davison county farmer and active Republican, announces candidacy for state senate from Davison county. He previously served twice as state representative and was county GOP choice in 1910. Boreson is among the oldest residents, farming since 1883, a noted livestock breeder, with no declared competitors as Dr. C S Bobb declines to run.
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Charles Boreson
Davison County
Boreson
Goreson
C. S. Bobb
Aberdeen seeks league offices move to Aberdeen
Charles A. Howard of Aberdeen, head of the Aberdeen Gas and Street Railway, promotes moving the South Dakota Anti Saloon League headquarters from Mitchell to Aberdeen. He argues Aberdeen’s status as the state’s largest dry city would bring in greater financial backing and plans to raise the issue at the next board meeting.
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Aberdeen
South Dakota
Anti-Saloon League
Mitchell
South Dalfota
Charles A. Howard
Aberdeen Gas Company
Aberdeen Street Railway Company
League
Woman Avoids Deportation in Immigration Hearing
Sioux Falls reports Mrs. Schultz, resident near Marion, dodged deportation after U.S. Immigration Agent TF W Stearns led an exhaustive inquiry. About twenty witnesses testified she is a hard worker with a good reputation and unlikely to become a public charge, aided by her capable son.
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Sioux Falls
S. D
United States
TF. W. Stearns
Minneapolis
Lead City appoints new welfare officer
Lead South Dakota moves to appoint a welfare officer to aid youth discipline. Miss Carrie Veigt, secretary of the local school board, is named and sent to Minneapolis to study welfare work there before assuming duties.
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S. D
South Dakota
West
Carrie Veigt
Veigt
Minneapolis
Baby Week in Davison County urges welfare drive
Plans outline May 1 to May 6 as Baby Week with sermons starting April 30. Mitchell clubs and churches organize fund drives, enrollment opens April 15 for babies six months to three years, and exhibits, lectures, and free programs blend with city hall displays.
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United States
Mitchell
B. A. Bobb
Fred Redline
Alpha Club
Mitchell Art Club
Pythian Sisters
Newman Club
South Side
Order of Western Star
Social Hour
Today Club
Altruist Club
Longfellow
Political Economy Club
Twentieth Century Club
Mitchell W. C. T. U
Lincoln
Women’s Relief Corps
Round Table Club
Shakespeare Club
City Hall
British West Indies
Saskatchewan
Children’s Bureau
United States Department of Labor
Valdez
Nome
Alaska
John Burns
Missionary Society Meeting at First Methodist Church
The Standard Bearers a Ladies Foreign Missionary society met Tuesday evening in the parsonage with about 50 members present plus visitors. Ferne Potter led devotions. Margaret Card led Brethorst offering. reports on Minneapolis missionaries were shared. Four new members joined. next meeting set at Mrs J J Waynes home.
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First Methodist Episcopal Church
W. W. Reams
Anna Haynes
Turon
Dakota
J. D. Westbrook
Hoagland
J. J. Waynes
Bashful farewell marks departure and parting ritual
The program participants displayed bashfulness during the closing moments as they prepared to leave home and the required farewell ritual was performed in a subdued manner.
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Bers
Honor Miss Carhart in Sewiety club shower
The Sewiety club honored Miss Virdella Carhart with an aluminum kitchen shower for her April 25 marriage to Mr. Arthur Manky of Aberdeen. The surprise event featured original verse, games, a reading by Miss Irene Thiese, and a luncheon served by Miss Misse Snow and Miss Olive Manheim.
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Sewiety Club
Virdella Carhart
Arthur Manky
Aberdeen
Irene Thiese
Misse Snow
Olive Mansheim
Social Evening for Al pha Club at Mrs Kings Home
The Alpha Club held a social evening during the regular study hour at Mrs Bert Kings home 28 East Fifth avenue Monday. Mrs Kings Miss Anna Haynes and Miss Mae Smith planned amusements including informal music and games followed by a buffet supper. Rooms were decorated with yellow daffodils and wild crocuses first of the season.
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Masonic Hall
BE. J. Haynes
Elbert Jackson
George Benedict
Mitchell Art Club
G. H. Rew
Newnan Club
W. H. Fritz
East Third Avenue
L. J. Welch
O. J. Andres
Alpha Club
Bert Kings
East Fifth Avenue
Kings
Anna Haynes
Mae Smith
Rosy Korner Klub An Event At Mrs Ortmayer Home
Mrs Louis Ortmayer hosted members of the Rosy Korner Klub at her home 912 Contra Merrill Friday afternoon. The event was socially pleasant with fancy work and a late afternoon dainty recess.
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Rosy Korner Klub
Louis Ortmayer
Miss Sadye Whittle Speaks at Today Club
Members of the Today club heard Miss Sadye Whittle from the high school domestic science department discuss domestic science problems. The gathering began with dinner at Fowler Drug company and moved to the Redline home where she was awarded flowers in appreciation.
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Today Club
Sadye Whittle
Domestic Science
JF. A. Redline
Fowler Drug Company
Redline
West Fourth Avenue
Miss Whittle
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