Pierre Notes on Bonds Snowfall and Divorce Reform
Pierre reports discuss state finances with calls to issue bonds to fund gold purchases as the reserve dips to 56 million dollars. Snowfall in the Rockies suggests potential carryover effects on crops. Coverage covers Taylor defalcation inquiries, examinations of bank officials, and impact on Public Examiner Myers. Also notes proposed divorce law change and irrigation office debate amid recent legislative bills.
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Oscar Tenny
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Aldrich
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Kingsbury
Missouri River
Aplin
Melville
Aplio
Railroad Legislation Sparks Debate in Pierre
The legislature debates a pending railroad bill modeled on Iowa law to curb discrimination. Black Hills counties seek equal local and through passenger rates, while banks and officials push for state printing, tax measures on banks, and range stock taxation. A personal tax deferment bill passes the house, with confusion over a repeal clause.
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South Dakota
Iowa
Black Hills
Pierre
House
Senate
Municipal ownership urged for water light and street cars
The piece argues cities should not grant corporations control over essential services. It cites Kansas City Omaha Denver and Austin as examples where private franchisees caused poor service and high tariffs. It advocates city monopolies for water power and transportation to ensure fair rates, legal working conditions, and unified systems.
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Kansas City
Omaha
Denver
Austin
Texas
Water and Light Company
Brooklyn
State Fair Board selects J Kelly as secretary
The State Fair and State Board of Agriculture elect J Kelly of Aberdeen as secretary. Location decision for the fair is deferred to March, with a bill proposed to empower ten-year site selection between Mitchell and Sioux Falls. Dowdell's probe into Commissioner Ruth passes unanimously in the House.
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Sherrard
Sioux Falls
Hebel
Duel County
Gary
State Board of Agriculture
J. Kelly
Aberdeen
Mitchell
Pierre
House
Dowdell
Ruth
Senate
Lpin
North Dakota legislature eying tax and irrigation measures
The senate backs a constitutional convention bill and contemplates adjusting debt and tax limits. Audited plans shift census costs to counties. Aplin irrigation proposals would empower township wells and cut costs, while a bill on Melville bond rules faces fixes. A census cost estimate tops $20,000 with annual reports about $2,000. The legislature’s demographic mix shows 22 US born senators and 31 US born reps with several foreign births.
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Hipple
Controversy Over New Pastor Strains Andover Church
Dresven January 29 The Andover theological dispute centers on Rev Dr John P Coyle newly installed pastor of First Congregational church He questions Christ divinity and full scriptural inspiration yet council approves his installation Rev Addison Blanchard proposes church withdrawal Myron Reed resigned after criticism over calling Christ an anarchist Meanwhile national debate on metal railroad ties and forest preservation leads to a percentage report in Washington Also: furs stolen in Dakota and a mining school scheme in Virginia Minnesota Colombia unrest and meat packing price cuts in Dusvquoie Iowa.
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Myron Read
Dresven
Denver
John P. Coyle
North Adams
Mass
First Congregational Church
Addison Blanchard
First Congregational Society
Myron Reed
Coyle
Christ
Nellie Bly Visits Nebraska Suffering County
Miss Nellie Bly of the New York World is touring Burtt Nebraska and Gregory County South Dakota to survey the plight of residents. She says funds could relieve all needs if properly directed and that New York City is eager to provide relief.
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Nebraska
Burtt
Neb
New York
Gregory County
South Dakota
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