South Dakota W R C reports on unit work and generosity
The South Dakota Woman's Relief Corps notes active chapters at Sedgewick W R C Salem with 21 members and ongoing recruitment. It highlights funds raised for supplies and the Soldiers' Home, joint installations, receptions, and charitable gifts, plus a New Year report from Ransom W R C Mitchell with a large treasury and a plan for continued patriotism and social events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sedgewick
Department
Iield
Baker W. R. C
Lake Preston
Tagic
G. A. Ro
Jobo
Benster
Aryson
Box
W. R.G
Heylin
G. A. R. Hall
Offcers
Phil Kearney
Yankton
Ransom W. FR C
Mitchell
Helen Kibbe
Lily Patterson
Kibbe
The
W. Ro
The Case As Usual
A Vermillion Republican item describes a traveling woman selling linen wares in town. She disposed of much material, but buyers later learned local merchants offered similar goods for 20 to 40 percent less. The agent had no license.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermillion Republican
Poultry Show Closes After Highly Successful Week
The Poultry Show at city hall closed Friday evening after a record week with about 2,500 attendees and admissions up to 135 dollars in a single day. Over 1,000 birds were exhibited by two exhibitors, led by Barred Plymouth Rocks and Wyandottes in buffs and whites. Pinkerton Co donated a Queen incubator to the association, given to retiring secretary Wm. Scallin. Prize winners expected to be published by Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plymouth Rocks
Pinkerton Co
Wm. Scallin
Hereford cattle sell high at South Dakota sale
Four Raymond herd cattle at the South Dakota Improved Live Stock Association sale averaged 151.25. Dixie bull 180, Dixie Grove 160, cows Viola 150 and Stella 125. The Raymond animals made the best showing for any single owner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
C. F. Raymond
Dixie
Dixie Grove
Viola
Stella
Raymond
Capital Town for Most Purposes
Vermillion Republican notes Mitchell remains state capital town for most purposes. Three gatherings last week drew hardware dealers, retail merchants, and stock men with strong county representation. E. D. Wawkins became president of the State Hardware Association and a national meeting delegate. Ex Gov A B Lee and J W Grange led the retail merchants meeting, aiming to counter catalogue house competition by unified action. state has over 1500 retail dealers poised to organize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermillion Republican
Mitchell
E. D. Wawkins
State Hardware Association
A. B. Lee
J. W. Grange
Advertised Letters From Mitchell Post Office Feb 7 1906
The list of uncalled letters includes E A Bradley Esq Anderson C E John Darety M J Doyle Ed H Lower James O Rourk Charley Rodell Charley Tallman Jess The notice instructs callers to say advertised and warns letters unclaimed after two weeks will be sent to the dead letter office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Bradley
E. A. Esq. Anderson
C. E. Darety
John Doyle
M. J. Lower
H. O’rourk
James Rodell
Charley Tallman
Jess
Cead
H. L. Bras
P. M
Quiet City Council Session with Limited Quorum
Mayor Silsby held a sparse meeting as Aldermen Duncan Curtis Wallace Hannett and Wells attended while Koch Kings and Reeves were away. Reports showed January receipts of 24.60 for the weighmaster and a light arrest count of four for Justice McKinley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silsby
Duncan
Curtis
Wallace
Hannett
Wells
Messrs
Koch
Kings
Reeves
McDonald
Justice McKinley
M. Boice
Boice
Lewis Shuster
Memorial Hall
University
T. J. Spangler
Palmer & Co
Milwaukee Road
City Hall
City Hall Committee
Lixo
Liko
Gleason
Fire Department
Finances Look Good at South Dakota Anti-Saloon League Meeting
The headquarters committee of the Anti-Saloon League of South Dakota met in this city with full attendance to review finances. Treasurers’ report showed improving contributions from across the state, including a $200 draft and other sizable gifts, boosting optimism for upcoming legislative efforts led by Acting Superintendent Carhart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League
Carbatt
G. KR. Malone
Lowa
J. Tf. Close
J.H. Booth
Miller
Pp. A. Baker
Columbus
Ohio
National Anti-Saloon League
South Dakota
Anti-Saloon League of
N. P. Carson
Scotland
A. C. McCauley
Bridgewater
I. W. Long
Huron
J. EB. Booth
A.H. Carhart
C. BR. Hager
I. W. Seaman
Thomas H. Briggs
Mitchell
Davison
M. Briggs
Thomas Eecaged
Poultry Fanciers Elect Dakota Poultry Association Officers
South Dakota Poultry Association held its annual meeting Thursday night electing officers. A. J. Keith of Sioux Falls named president, J. E. Redding of Beresford vice president, Raymond Thompson of Mitchell secretary, J. N. Crow of Mitchell treasurer. Executive and auditing committees listed. a legislative committee formed to seek state aid. Mitchell hosts next poultry show. 26 new members joined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota Poultry Association
A. J. Keith
Sioux Falls
J. E. Redding
Beresford
Raymond Thompson
Mitchell
J. N. Crow
F. E. Dodge
Redfield
W. S. Snyder
Ethan
J. ¥. Reinelt
Huron
Wm. Scallin
J. Keith
F. H. Winsor, Jr
Carl Stair
Geo. W. Law
Russell
Ellison
State Board of Regents
Death by own action cited in inquest ruling
The body was found after a hunter saw a ghastly scene near Mr. Fenner’s hogs. A .32 caliber revolver lay nearby and a bullet wound in the mouth suggested self destruction. Sle disappeared Sept 19 and an inquest by Cordner White and Sheriff Prim found death by own action.
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John Fenner
Verdict for Frank Redford in Aurora County case
Jurors award Frank Redford a judgment against Geo C Duffy for 450 dollars plus two years interest at 7 percent totaling about 515 dollars. Redford claimed a commission for aiding the sale of Aurora city electric light plant to J B Mikesell. T J Spangler represented Redford. Preston and Hanett represented Duffy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aurora County
Plankinton
Frank Redford
Geo. C. Duffy
Ripon
Wis
J. B. Mikesell
Plankitton
Duffy
Mr. Redford
T. J. Spangler
Redford J
Mr. Duffy
Preston & Hanett
Yankton Welcomes G A R Department Encampment Leaders
Department Commander J. B. Wolgemuth of the G A R plans the department encampment in Vanston June 19 to 21 with headquarters at the Pierce hotel. He notes Yankton has not yet produced a department commander and urges local posts to select a candidate and support him for the honor. Milbank Canton and Sioux Falls have announced candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yankton
Werald
Wolgemuth
Mitchell
Department
Vanston
Pierce
Herald
Springtiled
Canton
Watertown
Sioux Falls
Milbank
Soo Falls
Ghastly Find In White Lake Discovered Body Nearby Farm
Maj D E Garver announced the accidental discovery of George Ryan's body near a straw stack about 400 feet from the Fenner residence, causing a wave of excitement in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White Lake
D. E. Garver
George Ryan
Fenner
Mitchell Market Report Highlights Mixed Livestock Prices
E R Storer, stockbuyer, reports levelled prices at Mitchell market. Hog cattle and heifers traded from 2.75 to 3.40 dollars. stock cows ranged 2.25 to 2.65. stock steers 2.75 to 3.50. beef steers 3.60 to 5.90. house prices noted 84.65 to 5.00 in the report.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Department OF South Dakota Woman's Relief Corps
C. Moulton
Bee
Faulkton, S. D
Committee of
South
Dakota Poultry Association
Redford
Mikesell
Sters
M, Taubert, Dresser & Din
Bryan Ave
Minneapolis
Minh
the Foster Robe
É. Ayarine, Co
5Th St. S
Minnesota
Gen. Wolgemuth
Mitchell Market Report
E. R. Storer
Loomis State Bank
Looms
Total
T. W. A. Shurtleff
W. A. Shurtleff
Resources
John P Lindahl
H. B. Anderson
John P. Lindahl
Davison County
Anin Annate
Cuuliuy
Pierre
C. J. Bach
Anna M. Briggs
Carl H. Briggs
Gladys M. Briggs
S. Evelyn Briggs
Thomas H. Bees
W. Abbey
Cattrell ' Lerk
Boyden & Welch
Mt, Vernon, S. D
Letcher
S. D
Kuhlman CO
Dept. Patlas Block
Chicago
Harry L. McDonald
Beckwith Block
A. J. Buffaloe
Bellvue Hospital Medical College
C. E. Vermilyon
Mitchell, S
A. E. Porteous
Here Brewing Co. Co
St. Paul, Minn
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