Ackerman Wins Return Wrestling Match in Mitchell
Ackerman of Gann Valley S C defeated Ed Bisonnette in a two fall match at city hall for a $100 purse. First fall lasted 51 minutes 20 seconds, second fall in six minutes. Jack Guthrie refereed. Preliminary saw H Swenney beat Louis Drowen in two straight falls. Also noted the annual seed list for 1914 from the South Dakota Experiment Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Ackerman
Ed Bisonnette
City Hall
Mitchell
Ackerman
Bisonnette
Jack Guthrie
Gann Valley
S. C
Mitchell Lad
H. Swenney
Louis Drowen
Drowen
Genuine Santa Gives A Party
Mitchell has a dyed in the wool Santa Claus. Over fifty attendees enjoyed a Christmas celebration last evening at Dan West's home on Third avenue. A large tree with candles held candy bags fruit and nuts. Music by the West daughters Clara Genivieve and Loretta. Violin and vocal selections followed by Santa Claus giving each guest a Christmas package of candy and fruit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Dan West
Third Avenue
Mr. West
Clara
Genivieve
Loretta
Mather Addresses Congress on Road Building in South Dakota
Vermillion S D The Good Roads Congress at the University of South Dakota closed with talks by K C Gaynor Sioux City on road surveys and mapping J M Brown of the university on sand clay roads and H B McGowan on concrete roads and pavements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermillion
S. D
Good Roads Congress
University of South Dakota
K. C. Gaynor
Sioux City
J. M. Brown
Civil Engineering Department
University
South Dakota
Brown
John D. Kress Dies in Mitchell Leader of Harness Firm
John D. Kress, president of the Mitchell Harness Company and early Mitchell settler born September 1855 in Minnesota, died at his home 817 East Fifth Avenue after a four year illness due to heart disease. Survived by wife Anna and sister Mrs. Bates. Funeral set for next Saturday at 2 PM at the First Church of Christ Scientist with firm pallbearers.
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John D. Kress
Mitchell Harness Company
Mitchell
East Fifth Avenue
Mr. Kress
South Dakota
Sioux Falls
H. W. Kress
Wabashaw
Minn
Kress
California
Wallace- Smith Saddle Company
Milwaukee
Anna Kress
Horace Kress
H. L. Bates
Gettysburg
S. D
Fifth Avenue
First Church of Christ Scientist
O. J. Mater
Mrt
Dodge
Mater
Kréss
H. C. Bates
Tegan
M. D
Teachers Plan Northern South Dakota Meeting in Aberdeen
A committee of teachers from northern South Dakota prepared the program for the Northern South Dakota Teachers Association annual meeting in Aberdeen from March 25 to 27. The agenda includes business sessions and addresses by CG H Lugg state superintendent Is Lindley Indiana University Miss Mabel Carney St Paul rural school official W F Jones South Dakota University and F H Koch North Dakota University along with other South Dakota educators.
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Aberdeen
S. D
South Dakota
Northern
Teachers’ Association
CG. H. Lugg
Profesor
Is. H. Lindley
University of Indiana
Mabel Carney
Minnesota Department of Education
W. F. Jones
University of South Dakota
F. H. Koch
University of North Dakota
Kimball Brief: Richards Injured After Horse Accident
Frank Richards fell from his horse while driving ponies to Kimball and broke the small bone in its right leg. At the joint installation of the Masons and Eastern Stars this week, numerous officers were inducted and a fine banquet followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treas
H. C. Smith
Sec.y
A. Bowles
O. H. Wright
Geo, Bray
J. D
C. E. Smith
Gus Ronning
J. S
G. . Rose
Tyler
Myrtle Smith
W. M
Dr. Willy
W.P
Bertha Oshsner
Ass’t. M
Mary ’ Willy
Sec’y
Pearl Truesdell
Nellis Novetny
A. M. Boyles
Ethel Griswold
Marshall
Mytinger
Ada
Flora Bowles
Ruth
Pearl Colby
Esther
Anna Harker
Martha
Caroline Roining
Hleda
Etna Reynolds
Sentinel
Masons
Lot hotel hosts brief lodge speeches
The Lot hotel featured short speeches from several lodge members, highlighting varied perspectives and roles within the organization. The event showcased fellowship and community ties among attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lot
Cholera Schools Produce Results for South Dakota Hogs
About 125 farmers attended hog cholera schools this year run by the state livestock sanitary board. Held in Mitchell Redfield Aberdeen Madison the free sessions teach sanitation vaccination and prevention with lectures demonstrations and quizzes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklisy 8. D
State Livestock Sanitary Board
Madison
South Dakota
Frank R. Cook
C. G. Lipp
State College
The
Livestock Sanitary Board
Lipp
Mitchell
Redfield
Aberdeen
Commercial Club
Helgerson Declines State Board Candidacy
Pierre dispatch reports Gus Helgerson a three term Davison County legislator will not seek appointment to the state board of charities and corrections. His backing declares he cannot give the time the post demands, reducing applicants for the seat to one likely nominee. Warren Green of Hamilton County is expected to be reappointed. A second vacancy draws twenty eight applications. Regents seats for Dwight of Sioux Falls and Hitchcock expire in March with many applicants and no clear picks yet.
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Warren Green
Hamilin County
Board of Regents
Dwight of
Sioux Falls
Hitchcock
PAYS FINE ON INSTALLMENTS
A Clark county case yields an unusual judgment for Ray Back. Convicted of a criminal offense, he may pay his fine and costs in installments over five years, starting with 150 dollars per year in quarterly steps and later 25 dollars per quarter, then 150 annually, with later payments of 37.50 per quarter. Also noted is a brief local family visit from W. F. Conner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark, S. D
Ray Back
Clark County
R. R. Extension Rumored to Reach Mellette County
Rumor says the Chicago and Northwestern will extend westward from Winner through Tripp and into Mellette County in the spring. The line would open a railroadless region, bringing growth to small towns, homesteads, and ranches and boosting crop prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colome
S. D
Rosebud
Chicago & Northwestern Railway, Company
Winner
Tripp County
Mellette County
Meleltte County
Third fire at Tom White building causes heavy loss
Belle Fourche South Dakota reports a third blaze in a few weeks at the Tom White building. The fire started in the White restaurant, destroyed the building, and damaged the G S Small clothing store. Loss estimated around twenty thousand dollars. Partial insurance on the buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belle Fourche
S. D
Tom White
McKinley Spence Edge In Tight Mitchell Bowls Match
In a close Mitchell bowling night at Scharnweber alleys El ton McKinley and Bill Spence outscored Ray Branson and H G Scharnweber by two pins across five games. McKinley totals 989 and Spence 960 with team scores 1889 for the paired duo as Babson and Scharnweber also posted strong figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Scharnweber
Elton McKinley
Bill Spence
Ray Branson
H. G. Scharnweber
McKinley
Spence
Mac
McKkinley
Holsaple Returns From Washington After Prohibition Debate
R N Holsaple superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League reports from Washington that the Hobson prohibition resolution failed to reach two thirds but temperance forces see progress. Burke and Dillon voted yes while Martin was absent. A third annual Anti-Saloon League field day is planned January 3 in local churches with Dr P Baker invited to speak at both morning service and evening mass meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. N. Holsaple
Anti-Saloon League
Washington, D. C
Congress
Hobson National
Holsaple
Burke
Baker
Busy Day in Municipal Court Adultery and Loitering Charges
In municipal court this morning George Erwin and Bya Burnett were bound over to the District Court on adultery charges. Godfrey Lundeman and George Nichols were fined $10 and costs for loitering. D. D. Dorr was fined $5 and costs for driving without a license.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Erwin
Bya Burnett
Godfrey Lundeman
George Nichols
D. D. Dorr
Slayer of Helm Found Guilty in Manslaughter Verdict
In Fort Pierre the jury returns a verdict of manslaughter in the second degree against A. P. Helm for the murder of O. C. Hunter, the Midland railway station agent.
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Helm
Despondent Immigrant Ends Life in Sioux Falls Hotel
Leonard Beldon 42 who arrived from Illinois about a year ago killed himself in a local Sioux Falls hotel with a revolver. He left a farewell note to his brother, sister and other relatives.
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Sioux Falls
S. D
Leonard Beldon
South Dakota
Ilinois
Christmas Gatherings At Wesleyan Campus And Community
University events fill a holiday stretch with campus and local society. President Seaman hosts a Dak Wesleyan Christmas party for 30 attendees, while a Daedalian Philomathean event honors debaters and features toastmasters, music, and a two course luncheon. The Social Hour club meets at the Wildman home for book sales and a year end dinner, followed by other society gatherings and toasts. A surprise party greets Miss Bernice Frost, and Miss Lena Gammill receives a mixed shower. Marriages include Martha Radmer to Oscar Oleson and Ira Good to Erma Foster, with weddings held near Mitchell and farm life ahead for the couples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota Wesleyan
Kappa Phi Pi Literary Society
Methodist Episcopal Church
Kappas
Philomatheans
Erskine Robertson
Wesleyan
Harold Smith
Ernest Smith
Howard Harris
Clinton Anderson
Lloyd Thompson
Irving Mumford
S. D. van Boenthuysen
John Chapman
Corde Kirkpatrick
Florence Brodstrup
Philo Quartette
Cora Cocl
Lucile Burns
Fern Potter
Nellie Johnson
Wildman
C. C. Wildman
Perry Township
Club Exchange
Leteher
M. P. Bates
A. L. Snider
Miss Gammill
Lena Gammill
Eskel Carlson
Hoffman
Miss Gamill
Esker Garlgon
Olive Hammer
Ruth Hoffman
Elaborate Xmas program at First Methodist church delight crowds
The Sunday school Christmas program at First Methodist Episcopal drew a full house on Christmas Eve. Over 150 children staged scenes of shepherds, wise men, angels, and nationalities as the audience enjoyed choruses solos and carols. Santa distributed 300 stockings of nuts and candy to every child present.
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First Methodist Episcopal Church
Santa
van Benthuysen
Wilds
Miss Price
Miss Brown
Airs Vesta
Murray
Florence Brodstr
Gun Loaded Usual Result In Worthing Accident
Ernest Stengel twelve year old son of a Worthing farmer drove a wagon to gather corn fodder. A loaded shotgun in the wagon discharged from wagon jolt, wounding his hand and mangling fingers. Doctors feared more amputation of fingers and possibly the thumb.
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Worthing
G. D
Ernest Stengel
Coldest Christmas in Years Hits Eastern U S
A historic cold wave crippled the eastern United States from Omaha to the Atlantic, with temperatures plunging to record lows. Barre Vermont registered fifty two below zero, while cities from Albany to Chicago, Des Moines to Green Bay reported subzero readings and widespread wire breaks strained by frost.
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Omaha
Nebraska
Atlantic Coast
Manitoba
Barre
Vermont
Charles City
LaCrosse
Wis
Des Moines
Davenport
Mississippi River
Atlantic
Northfield
Albany
N. Y
Peoria
Ill
Florida
New England
New York
West Virginia
Michigan
Illinois
Missouri
Iowa
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Dakotas
Bruguier Captured After Year On Run In Corson County
Leo Bruguier, a Corson county fugitive suspected of grand larceny, was tracked to near Mahto by Sheriff Hayward and taken into custody. He has been jailed at Selby awaiting trial in Carson county circuit court and faces another prison term if convicted.
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Morristown
S. D
Leo Bruguier
Corson County
Hayward
Mahto
Selby
Carson County
Bruguiér
Sioux Falls
Maniac’s Rampage After Train Ejection At Conde
An intoxicated man identified as Soverson Knudtson was forcibly removed from a train at Conde depot. He sought help at the police station, then was housed at the Conde hotel where he smashed furniture, tore windows, and jumped from a second story. He sustained injuries and is under medical care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conde
Soverson Knudtson
Knudtson
Belle Fourche District Emerges as Major Sheep Feeding Area
Belle Fourche valley shows growth as 31 000 sheep fattening on local ranges. Heavy alfalfa supplies boost winter feeding attracting sheepmen. shipments to start in about two weeks. Jack Coughlin returns to St Paul after holiday visit with parents.
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Belle Fourche
Belle ‘Fourche
Jack Coightin
Mit
Jo T. Coughlin
St. Paul, Minn
the. Gwitt Packing Company
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Brookings
South Dakota Experiment Association
Agronomy
South Dakota State College and Experiment Station
Cottonwood
Eureka
Highmore
Vivian
Agronomy‘Department
Tree
Mather
Kimball
Helgerson
MT. Vernon
Charitins Board
OAE
Clark
W. F. Conner
Chas, Roddy
Boone
Conner
Zoe Conner
R. R
Wanner, S. D
Branson
Babson
Scharn
Weber
Holsape
Washington
Hobson
Seaman’s Entertain
University Place
Seaman
Thalian
Daedalian Literary Society
Thalian Society
Daedalian Society
Tll Thalian
Farwell
Tiamiel
Lee Hamiel
Hamie
Puckwana
Ray Woodman
Highcore
Ed. Eddy
J. T. Miller
Holls
Holly
Wesleyan College
Bernice Frost
Frost
Miss Frost
Radmer
Martha Marcella Radmer
Oscar Oleson
Charles Radmer
Robert Lincoln Kelly
First Baptist Church
Edith Radmer
Charles DeMeyer
Oleson
Groom
Ira Good
Erma Foster
J. S. Hoagland
Elmer Foster
Gladys Grouch
Farmer
Wanson County
Ella French
Roy Mathis
Robert L. Kelley
Baptist Church
Mrenth
William Mathis
William Loenning
Beaver City
Nebr
United States
Bruguier
Pt Aa
Gorson County
Maniac
Stranger
Code
Belle Fourche District
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