War’s First Causes and Powers in Europe 1879 Essay Recap
A 19th century analysis surveys frailty and racial tensions fueling Great War prospects. It weighs Germany Austria Hungary Russia France Britain Italy and Japan, comparing standing and reserve armies, naval power, and potential outcomes amid shifting alliances. The piece cautions against definitive forecasts, noting Britain’s decisive naval role and Italy’s ambiguous stance.
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Germany
Great Britain
Austria
France
Russia
Italy
Brule County Fair Promises A Busy Spectacle
The Brule County Fair organizers aim to stage a standout event with fast pacers, state racing stars, and a schedule including baseball, exhibits, and a night show by Dr J Bell. The fair site in Huron offers exhibitions and a crowded program highlighted by a long tradition at the county fair.
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Fiel
Bix
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Bell
Huron Wae
Tower
Ota
Summer Coughs Signal Danger On Course
A vintage health advert warns that summer coughs and cold are dangerous, urging timely treatment with Dr. King's New Discovery. It promises fast relief and cautions against delay, touting quick comfort and affordable pricing.
Urges Changes in City Schools for Mitchell District
Superintendent J W McClinton urged a major reform of Mitchell public schools. He favored a junior high, reallocation of grades from Central, and a no July classes plan with May June August September half days. He noted 1311 current enrollment, 1107 average daily attendance, and 96 percent overall attendance with 46 teachers last year and 15 new hires next year.
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Mitchell Public Schools
J. W. McClinton
Board of Education
McClinton
Boyr
Dakota’ Weseyan
H. R. Foster
Clara Bruce
Whittier ‘School
H. Zitsch
C. T. Litchfield
W Heyler
A. B. McKeel
Earis
Peatiay
Sanne
Trasurer
Dfscash
A.B. McKeel
Grain Yields Reported From Sully County Ranch
Pierre Aug. 4 Thresher reports from the Steele and Gowdy ranch in Sully county show 20 bushels per acre on 160 acres of winter rye and 30 bushels per acre on 160 acres of oats, noting the averages for both fields.
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Pierre
Steele and Gowdy
Sully
War expectations cited by German residents in Mitchell
Mitchell residents recount German expectations of looming war with Russia and France as Germany seeks territory to sustain its dense population. Reports quote Gustav Woelfel and others noting mobilization readiness and nationalist unity despite socialist strength. An unrelated farm accident near Gann Valley injures a farmer, with delayed medical aid and eventual transfer for treatment.
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Germany
Europe
Mitchell
German Empire
John Michels
Russia
France
Mr. Michels
Cologne
Strassburg
Gustav Woelfel
William and
Hilmer Tcher
Mitchell Nathon
Pibank
Mitchell Faces War Nearby As Residents Abroad
Mitchell residents watch global conflict unfold while relatives abroad report progress. Names include Gottlieb Scheurenbrand and Miss Marguerite Anderson among others, with families noting routes from Switzerland to Stuttgart and England to avoid or endure travel disruptions. Several plan to return once safe, including Rev. Barnett from Oxford and Chicago visitor Miss Georgia Kober.
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Gottlieb Scheurenbrand
Scheurenbrand
Germany
Mitchell
Switzerland
Stuttgart
Wittenberg
Lillian Bately
S. S. Bately
England
London
J. T. Morrow
Marguerite Anderson
Helene. Bassett
Aberdeen
Windsor Castle
Longon
F. .B. Barnett
S. Mary’s Episcopal Church
Barnett
Oxford
Cambridge
D. Anderson
Georgia Kober
Chicago
Europe
Alice Hocking
Cunand Line
New York
Farm Runaway Leaves Man Badly Hurt In Valley
Henry Klindt of Gann Valley was badly hurt when a farm vehicle ran away and cut him while he was mowing. The incident occurred as his team allegedly became frightened, according to S D Kimball.
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Gann Valley
Buffalo County
Brule County
Mr. Klindt
John Wells
Klindt
Kimball
Mitchell
July rainfall in Huron sets near normal records
July in Huron South Dakota brought 0.96 inches of rain, far below last year’s 3.82 inches and well under the 1900 July record of 5.59 inches. Temperature ranged from 52 to 101 degrees, averaging 76, with 22 clear days and 16 percent more sunshine than normal, winds southeast at 9.1 mph.
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Huron
S. D
S. W. Glenn
Federal Weather Bureau
More Wool and High Prices at Belle Fourche
Receipts of wool this year exceed the past four years and prices paid are higher. In 1914 total receipts reached 1,606,000 pounds at an average of 17.5 cents per pound, totaling $281,050 versus 1,336,000 pounds and $267,098 last year. The top price paid was 20.58 cents per pound. Wool quality improved though quantities were light, and with over 20,000 more sheep on the range fed to Belle Fourche, next year’s crop is expected to reach 2,000,000 pounds.
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Belle Fourche
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Auditor and Treasurer Detailed Exhibit 1914 Davison County
Official accounting record showing receipts and disbursements for the county treasury ending June 30 1914. Includes funds deposited location and totals. County seal and sworn affidavit dated July 18 1914 before Clerk S. Cattrell.
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H. B. Rogers
S. Cattrell
Auditors Exhibit Details Warrants and County Finances
Davison County Auditor and Clerk Sworn Statements Show warrants issued in quarter and assets liabilities listed. Treasurer exhibit details school money bonds cash items and money loaned secured by mortgage. totals total warrants issued and in hand.
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First National
Mitchell National
Western National
Mt. Vernon
Ethan Banks
South Dakota
Davison
Hull H. B
Davison County
Axnet
Morty
Fiissap
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Black Hills Austrians Won’t Enlist in War
Homestake Mining in South Dakota employs about 2,800 workers including 100 foreigners from Austria Servia Russia and Germany. Company officials report only two requests to return home and a survey shows few would respond to a war call. The plant has long encouraged foreigners to become American citizens and settle in Pierre.
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Black Hills
Pierré
Indians and Whites Clash After Interior Celebration
In Lead City a drunken clash between Indians and whites followed a city celebration. Reports say six people died after a fracas as foreigners and Servians faced possible war involvement. Sheriff investigations noted all races involved, with multiple injuries and skinned noses.
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Bration
Interior
Lst
Stanley County
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