Mail Clerk Arrested in $2000 Letter Theft Case
A railway mail clerk, Willis M. Williams, was arrested in Abercrombie by Deputy U S Marshal Robins charged with stealing a letter containing $2000 sent by a bank to Brookline. He was examined by U S Commissioner J J Adams and held to a federal term under $2500 bond. The case stems from a registered letter discovered missing funds in October.
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Vioredeen
S. J, Fee. Uy
W. Hy
Williates
Piuron
Goomrail
Pracy Brine
North Western Railroad
Aberne
United States
J. J. Adams
Wilms
TKR
Dalthiar
Brook- Wie
Tracy Aldh
Golensiy
Soverity
Delewes
Willis
Viblicus
Grand Visionary Says Shooting Prisoner Wat Strocious and Cald Bloocedt
A government official details plans and risks surrounding a prison shooting incident. Raymond We Weiter, described as a navigation expert, states a transport arrival next week and discusses potential actions by authorities. The report cites proposals to handle funding and site connections amid ongoing concerns.
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Sdap
Pca
Waveroralle
Paul EL Tee
Wuelks Iano
Ty Jill
Sini
Raymond We Weiter
Sovernment
Hte City
Destwood District Man Pleads Guilty in Thefts Case
Destwood resident Destwood Ss Is Dac 3y viedap Mion admitted stealing a team of ties from George Wenter of Rapid City. Judge Meriee of Rapidity presided. Moon claimed innocence and fault at the time of the deed. Judge Meriee imposed a fine and brief penalty. Harris is from a nearby area with further proceedings pending.
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Destwood
George Wenter
Evi Meriee
Rapidity
Moon
Judee
Troi
Rapid City
Harris
Wtav
Jude
Kimi
Areeouel
Local horse theft case and boxing match noted in county area
Sheriff captures Bilin Pauronhe near Glotdive Mont after a pursuit on a stolen horse. The report mentions upcoming boxing bouts in Butte County and a December 2 fight between Mustiia and Dini Huriey. Names and details reflect a busy eastern sport scene with notable fighters like Chis. Fierry and Martin Judge listed.
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Bilin Pauronhe
J. Tivshet
Prey Mustiia
Thisity
Dini Huriey
leMairs
Bath
J Frenver
Murles
Jeri Y
Chis.fierry
Milwaukee
Martin Judge
Philadelphia
Pure Seed Meeting Draws 600 Farmers to Groton
The Pure Seed meeting in Groton on December 27 drew over 600 farmers from Brown County. Speakers included M. I. Greeley editor of the Desmer, A. C. Johnson of the stern tilroad, and Professors Wheeler and Lsbrook. The event filled the Groton op House to capacity and the audience showed strong interest.
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Isordéen
Groton
Broynt County
M. I Greeley
Dasmer
A. C. Johnson
Stern Tilroad
Wheeler
L Srook
Port Arthur Engagement Highlights Russian Retreat
The report describes Japanese forces gaining on Port Arthur with heavy losses on the Russian side on December 22. It notes the Russian defense on hills east of Jukow Sungshu and Metis Mountain, captures by Japanese, several killed including a general, and wounded officers. It also mentions naval actions telegraphed from Mussina, with battleships Poltava and others crippled, a near-complete removal of enemy strength and ongoing blockade adjustments.
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Port Arthur
Ytoria
Midy ViSs
Issian de
Midi Neo
Wunother
Ford Mone
Nicolas Toro
Lore Arthur
Tago
Dpoltava
Vigil Yieda
Perseveit
Pashiada
Bivan
Sevastopol
Reina
Leas T
Fort Arthur
Miyako
Sayen
Yoshino
Mien
Czar Promises Reforms Amid Political Turmoil
The czar pledges reforms and press freedom though parliament is not in sight. Reports note ambiguous language in the decree, Moscow faces university closures and student demonstrations, while officials debate passports and civil liberties amid growing liberal pressure.
Meetings Must Stop Manifesto Forebodes Reform
St. Petersburg dispatch reports a government issued communication early this morning. It notes that in autumn of the year there was a manifesto foretelling limited reforms and urging an end to meetings. The message signals a crackdown with bleak prospects for real political change.
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Jnate
Uinent
Varios
Moscow
Social Revolution
Sergius
Universi0
Wytrey
Muropatkin
Prince I Wouky
Moscow Red Cross
Tit Skremlin
Grazhdanin
Japan
Werelen
Asia
Pereigay
St. Petersburg
Gemeryvos
Zemstvos
Piicee Sbotons
Thissia
WV Ieee
Wiv
Renttal
Imperial Russian reform plan gains favorable press reception
A report from St. Petersburg on the imperial reform proposal notes strong support in the congress and optimistic editorials. The Novoe Vremya and other outlets praise the move as a step toward liberalization, calling for progress, freedom of speech, and closer throne‑people cooperation for the fatherland’s advancement.
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Moscow
Prinmetzkoi
Alexis
Prines Nibs
Svintpotk Miirs
Dssurandes
Cooper
Thralitzkai
Wis
Lawson and Keene in Boston copper dispute tale
Boston reports detail a clash among Thomas W. Lawson and Charles Keene over Amalgamated Copper dealings. Keene allegedly promised a seven million loan in exchange for stock blocks, while Lawson accuses Keene, Rogers, and others of scheming. Tomorrow may bring a pivotal meeting with J Edward Addicks as maritime lawyer Imogene Carver seeks to erase Lawson’s name from a seven masted schooner sailing.
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Boston
T . Keene
Mir Teene
Co Lawson
San
Kveene
Jen Hee
Ayashi
Atpateamy
Wik Turmed
Dik
Rogers
Ikeene
Keene Wold
Lawson
Reenie
Mawson
Weene
J. Edward Addicks
Addicks
Imogene Carver
Carver & Blodgett
Vhomas W. Lawson
Bishop Lillis Consecrated in Kansas City Service
Bishop Lillis was today consecrated in Leavenworth with bishops and abbots attending the ceremony in Kansas City. The event marked a significant moment for the local church and its leadership.
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Kansas City
RP. Lillis
Leavenworth, Kan
Pather T
Ated
Blizzard Strikes United States as Storm Worsens
A sweeping winter storm spreads from the Northwest into the Southwest and Atlantic coast. Heavy winds and freezing conditions halted traffic in New York and Philadelphia, with rail lines, telegraph services, and streetcar systems severely disrupted.
Severe snowstorm shuts St. Joseph streets and paralyzes services
A heavy snowstorm began last night in St. Joseph causing rail and street traffic to halt. Snow drifts blocked sidewalks and utilities were disrupted as residents faced widespread travel paralysis and cold conditions.
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St. Joseph, Des
Live Stock Figures Show November Gains Across Markets
November stock arrivals at Chicago Kansas City St Louis St Joseph and Sioux City markets rose compared with 1904 figures with cattle hogs and sheep leading the gain. The report notes heavier receipts offset by higher prices and records the movement of live stock cars through Denver and surrounding markets. A related note places Bouton in the Albany hotel alongside a man registered as Bouton during May to July, suggesting a link to the Cutler mountain murder case.
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Tote
Chicago
Kansas City
Ha St
Outs
St. Joseph Acceres
Sheen Largy Noel
T He and Vila
St. Louis
St. Joseph
Sioux City
Bessie Bouton
Denver
Der
F Bouton
Cutler Mountain
Albany
Bouton
East
Markets Across Sioux City and Iowa Stockyards
Sioux City and nearby markets report mixed cattle hogs and sheep prices with strong activity. Cattle steady to higher, hogs and lambs showing robust demand, with bids and quotes across multiple yards including South Omaha and nearby towns.
Grain and Provisions Market Quotation Report
December 28 grain and provisions prices listed include wheat No. 2 spring around 0.85 to 1.05 per bushel. corn No. 2 yellow about 0.46. soybeans around 1.70 to 1.75. oats near 0.36. timothy seed prime. clover reduced values. lard butter cheese and wines noted with varied prices. Market details show differences by grade and location with several items marked at specific cents per unit.
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Vellow
Local Cash Prices Reported For Grain Traded
Minneapolis notes closing cash grain prices with numbers for No 1 north No 3 white and other lots. figures include 1166 1 north 1081 411 0015 899540 and 2c details reflecting market rates.
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Eapolis
Bread Meat Vegetables and Fruit Cost More in England
A historical report notes that bread meat vegetables and fruit priced higher in England than in the United States. The comparison underscores cost of living differences between the two regions.
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England
United States
South Banota Writer 13 Honored in South Dakota
South Dakota poet Chiles W. Moles of Sioux Falls received a high honor with an invitation to appear before the Chicago Culture Club on February 1. The Sioux Falls club has hosted writers like J Whitcomb Riley and Opie Read, and the event marks the first time a South Dakota poet is thus honored. The reception for Mr Holmes is planned to match those given to the noted literary figures.
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Milous Dvil
Chiles W. Moles
Wpclind Culture Club
Ain
Welk
South Dakota
Hiner
Chicago
Ma. Hohnes
J. Whitcomb Riley
Musene Ware Cilronquill
Opie Read
Mr. Holmes
Trappers Report Beavers and Mushrats Decline Near Lake Andes
The article notes many mushrats captured around Lake Andes and recalls former abundance of beaver along the Missouri region. It laments declines in beaver and deer populations since early settlement and immigration, with beaver dams once common on Whetstone Creek and nearby tributaries.
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Lake Andes
S. 1
Missouri River
Whetstone Creek
Herreid Pardons Two Prisoners This Christmas
Governor Herreid granted pardons to two inmates at the penitentiary after a favorable recommendation from the state board of pardons. Michael Connelly of Deadwood, jailed for arson, has served three years and nine months. A C Nelson of Turner County, jailed for forgery, has served two years and ten months. Both petitions were signed by the sentencing judge, the prosecuting attorney, and local supporters.
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A. C. Nelson
Turner County
Severe Storm Strikes Pierre And Surrounding Areas
Severe winter storm hits Pierre with zero degree temperature and driving drifting snow. Plankinton plans a rural telephone line to connect farmers with local businesses, improving regional communication. In Sioux Path area Thomas Perry, a former employee, is charged after stealing money and a fur coat, pleading guilty and receiving jail time plus a $100 fine. Wagner gains a new weekly paper, the Wagner Leader, with S R Graybill as publisher.
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New York
Hiavoc
Ihs
Pierre
Plankinton
S. D. Oe
Aurora
Pruro
Hooper
Phankinton
Proposses
Sioux
Thomas
Perry
Millin
Syderson Bros
Colton
South Dakota
Sioux Falls
Mus, Isi
Wagner
Warner, S. 1
Wagner Leader
S. R. Graybill
Ar@mour
D'Torgid
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