Capital move discussion gains momentum for Mitchell
Mitchell's capital proposal strengthens at home and abroad while Dr. Royer again leads the Alpena Journal and expands to eight pages. Brown county delegates to the state convention lack instruction but favor McCoy. An effort seeks Fridge Tripp to head a Democratic push for governor. Milwaukees system towns would benefit from Mitchell as capital. The non partisan prohibition committee denies Aberdeen Appeal as its organ.
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Fridge Tripp
One House Idea Defeated at Bismarck Convention
editor Hackett of the Parker New Era cites Mr. Gifford as in no political combination but seeking congressional nomination on merit. Mitchell vies for capital location, Sioux Falls housing tense debate, and Dakota counties redraw legislative apportionment with varied senator and representative counts. The Davison County Gazette and The Republican clash over prohibition stance.
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Hackett
The
Parker New Era
Gifford
Congress
Lis
Committee On
Sioux Falls
Jerauld
Buffalo
Davison
Hutchingon
Douglas
Charles Mix
McCook
Sanborn
Brule
Lake
Bon Homme
Lincoln
Minnehaha
Brown
Davison County Gazette
Republican
Inpublican
Gazette
South Dakota editors meet at Watertown mark new era
The Watertown gathering of South Dakota editors drew about one hundred members amid lavish hospitality. President Hopp’s annual address was well received. Officers elected include George W. Hopp as President and N. C. Nash as first vice president, with K. W. Wheelock and others filling posts and delegate spots for the national convention.
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South Dakota
Watertown
Caesars
Lak Kampeska
Hopp
George W. Hopp
Brookings Press
N. C. Nash
Canton
M. Evans
Milbank
L. Henry
Redfield
C. Barrett
Aberdeen
W. Brown
Hiurley
J. H. Bushell
Tnelu
P Jon
Redfield Dispatch Criticizes Land Office and Probes Local Politics
The Redfield Dispatch accuses the Huron land office register of sending final proof notices to partisan channels and attacks Republican papers for political manipulation. It questions efforts to delay opening the reservation, notes Chamberlain voter suspicions, and references Mitchell and local papers in a heated bid to expose perceived bias.
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Redfield Dispatch
Register of the
Huron Land Office
Dispatch
Prohibition Skeptic Francis Murphy Sees Limits in Dakota
Francis Murphy argues against nationwide prohibition in South Dakota noting dispersed populations and natural fermentation of fruit. He contends only individuals can quit drinking, not laws, and questions the practicality of enforcing bans in rural areas.
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Francis Murphy
Dakota
South Dakota
Sage of Rosedale Joins Aberdeen News Staff
The Aberdeen News welcomes the renowned Sage of Rosedale to Aberdeen journalism as The Pioneer changes its management Col. Drake is succeeded by A J Parshall who says he is well known by South Dakota’s prominent citizens and aims to lead as a Republican.
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Aberdeen News
Rosedale
Aberdeen
Pioneer
Col. Drake
A.J. Parshall
South Dakota
Brother Marshall
Hamlin County Delegates Back Mathews at State Convention
The Castlewood Republican reports delegates elected from Hamlin county intend to back Mr. Mathews in the state convention. It notes no evident McCoy following in Hamlin county and says it cannot quote all delegates but many replies show support for Mathews.
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Castlewood
Hamlin County
Mathews
McCoy
The Power of the Press at Dakota Territory Meeting
President Hopp urges the Dakota press at Wa ter town to celebrate its role in statehood. He praises journalism as civilization’s touchstone, calls for stronger union among editors, warns of trusts, and stresses public service and unity. The address links press power to future two Dakota states and public prosperity.
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Hopp
Watertown
Dakota
Commonwealth
Sisterhood of States
Prand
Knights of Leader
Capital Talk on Mitchell Entering Race for Keeps
The Alexandria Journal notes the Mitchell Republican argues few territorial papers favor capital location but may shift support to Mitchell now that she has entered the race. The piece questions whether papers will flock to her.
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Alexandria
Mitchell Republican
Mitchell
Woonsocket Capital Investment deal eyed by voters
The Scotland Citizen reports rumors that the Woonsocket Capital Investment Company may handle funds from 15000 or 2000 votes to be sold to the highest bidder for the capital, according to circulating reports.
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Scotland
Woonsocket Capital Investment Company
Douliver
Mitchell
Mitchell Enters Arena for Capital Race in Earnest
Mitchell has entered the arena for the capital race with strong intent and belief in winning. He is described as a live city candidate likely to make a significant bid for the prize.
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Canton
Mitchell
Egg-throwing incident sparks editorial overreaction
Sioux Falls papers say they magnified a local egg throwing incident to use against prohibitionists for votes, arguing the outrage was amplified beyond its initial significance.
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Sioux Falls
Price and Mathews as Congressional Team Backed
The Coward Press endorses Col. Price for Congress and suggests uniting him with Geo. A. Mathews as a political ticket. The paper, citing a personal acquaintance, argues the new state could do better or worse than such a pairing.
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Col. Price
Coward
Geo. A. Mathews
Mitchell man seeks capital move to make home run
W. UH. Les Wig of Mitchell visited Plankinton on Tuesday to push the capital relocation effort. He reported that work has begun in the capital fight and they expect to secure a decisive victory.
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Plankinton Standard
W. UH. Les- Wig
Mitchell
Unscrupulous Wire Pullers
Woonsocket News decries the dis gusting practice of political wire pullers not the politicians, focusing on the men who manipulate outcomes behind the scenes. The piece critiques underhanded influence in local politics and calls for reform.
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Woonsocket News
Judge Edgerton Denies Senate Withdrawal Claim
A report claimed Judge Edgerton withdrew from a senate race to back Mr Pettigrew of Sioux Falls and accept a Supreme Court seat. The judge publicly denies the report, asserts he remains a Senate candidate to the end, and asks the people to stay true to him.
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Edgerton
Senate
Pettigrew
Sioux Falls
Supreme Bench
Daily Press
St John Attacks Prohibition in South Dakota
Alexandria Herald criticizes John P. St John predicting prohibition would fare worse with his involvement. The editorial argues against his influence and urges avoidance of his methods in shaping state policy.
Sioux Falls Press shifts stance on state Prohibition vote
The Parker New Era notes the Sioux Falls Press hedging toward supporting constitutional prohibition as South Dakota voters face the October 1 ballot. The paper cites a convention of state leaders favoring homes over saloons and hints the Press is realizing it has been on a beer keg rather than a band wagon.
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Parker
Sioux Falls
South Dakota
Sioux Alls
Edgerton and Moody Noted as South Dakota Senate Prospects
A Special to the Journal from Plankinton argues that Judge Edgerton of Mitchell and Judge Moody of Deadwood are the leading contenders for U S Senate seats in South Dakota. It credits Governor Mellett and Gifford for backing the push to admit the two Dakotas, praising the judges as justly entitled and broadly supported by Republicans.
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Plankinton
Journal
South Dakota
Judge Edgerton
Mitchell
Judge Moody
Deadwood
Mellette
Gifford
Dakotas
Edgerton
Moody
South Dakota sees excellent crops and large corn yields
Reports from South Dakota praise corn wheat oats and flax with expectations of a large yield of excellent quality. The text notes South Dakota advancing as a major corn state while North Dakota crops suffer, highlighting geographic distance as a factor.
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Sioux City Journal
South Dakota
North Dakota
The Way of the World on newspapers and city prosperity
An exchange notes newspapers expose corruption swiftly while praising cities in many languages. It argues no single factor drives a city’s prosperity like a vigilant newspaper, though some readers may remain unaware of issues.
Northwestern appointments and Montana capital clash at Deer Park
Secretary Windom and Postmaster General assistant Clarkson met with the president at Deer Park to discuss northwestern appointments and upcoming elections in new states. A plan aimed at patronage satisfaction may aid Republicans. Anaconda proposes moving Montana's capital and has captured the constitutional convention in its favor.
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Washington
Windom
Clarkson
Deer Park
Northwestern
Anaconda
Montana
Codington delegates back Mellette at state convention
Codington county delegates to the Republican state convention are unanimous for Gov. Mellette and non committal on other candidates. The decision signals strong support for Mellette while avoiding endorsements of rivals.
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Codington County
Mellette
Saul Chosen King Lesson Commentary
Long devotional on Samuel’s anointing of Saul as Israel’s first king. It traces God guiding Samuel to the future king, contrasts outward appearance with inner heart, and connects Saul’s selection to Christ as ultimate king. The piece links passages from I Samuel, Hosea, Luke, and John to exhort personal faith and reliance on God.
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H. S. Hoffman
Philadelphia
Samuel
Saul
Israel
Ephraim
Peter
Sanmel
Jesus of Nazareth
David
Jacob
Jesus
John
Zaccheus
Job
Isras
Imy
Benjamin
Jerusalem
Mount of Transfiguration
Christ Jesus
God
Christ
A.ce
Forms of Leaves Show Shape Reason and Purpose
An exploration of leaf forms and their reasons, from ground rosette strategies to narrow submerged leaves. Discusses glossy evergreen surfaces, wind protection by divided bough leaves, and the botany of leaf hairs including glandular, deterrent, and moisture-arresting structures.
Bear trained to ride Chowdy draws curious crowds
A California village saw a Chinese man ride a large black bear named Chowdy. Trained since cubhood, the bear draws a wagon and performs tricks, returning to its master as a well behaved pet. The sight of a man atop a bear astonishes bystanders as Chowdy accompanies hunting trips.
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California
Chowdy
Gas Powered Carriage Demonstrated by Munich Firm
A Munich company unveiled a three wheeled gas powered carriage with the motor hidden in the rear axle area. Benzine fuels a generator under the seat and a quart lasts about an hour. the gas is ignited by an electric spark and speed controlled by a hand lever.
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Munich
Detroit Free Press
The Silent Frontiersman and a Freeman’s Speech
An excerpt contrasts the frontier teamster with other voyagers, highlighting his silent grit on historic trails like Santa Fe and Oregon. It notes railroads narrowing his role and foreshadows his lasting biographical image amid legendary roads and early American mobility. It also recounts Congressman Billy Mason’s first speech making, where a missing watch mockingly clinched a suit with a dramatic dénouement.
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Siberian
Overland Trail
Mary Hallock Foote
Billy” Mason
Chicago Herald
Day of Prejudice Gone: Woman Preacher Seeks Marriage License
The St Louis Globe-Democrat notes Ohio activists protest limits on women ministers and officiating marriages in Ohio Michigan and Illinois. It argues women as teachers and preachers deserve equal rights and criticizes probate judges who cite Paul to deny wives equal duties.
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Detroit Free Press
Don
Ohio
Michigan
Ilinois
Paul
St. Louis
Globe-Democrat
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