U S policy shifts loom as Congress debates session scope
A turbulent view of early 20th century politics shows Congress split over measures urged by the President. Discussion centers on ship purchases, Philippines self-government, rural credits, and conservation amid opposition to some bills. Analysts warn an extra session may be needed to advance urgent actions.
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Gimien
Peeulea
Con ‘Gress
Tome
Petson
Philippines
Oeston
Guéas
W A Fraser Passes Away Pioneer Badger Farmer
William Alexander Fraser a pioneer farmer in Badger Township Davison County died at 6 this morning after a two month illness. Funeral at his Fraser home ten miles NW of Mitchell at noon Sunday. Born January 21 1855 in Wau-shara County Wisconsin he married Mary Ros and moved to Davison County later to Beulah Township. Survived by wife and four sons William Eben Ira J George L Roy Fraser. He was a member of the A C U W and the Degree of Honor.
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William Alexander Pacer
Badger Township
Innis
Fraser
Mitchell
Oon
Wau ‘Shara County
Wisconsin
Decorahia
Mary Ros
Davison County
Snadger Township
Beulah Township
Mr. Waser
William Eben Fraser
Ira J. Fraser
George L. Fraser
Roy "Fraser
Railroad Politicians Play Friars and Frat Names in State Race
Pierre joins a sprawling report on political maneuvering as Charles Gardner of Ree Holgats seeks the chief clerk seat in the house. Alumni and officials from Lake Prose tic, Brown, Rapid City, Brookings and others circulate petitions to push for a statewide initiative to place voters on a constitutional measure, while the legislature stalls on the measure.
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Pierre
Charles Gardner
Ree Holgats
AL Albethy
Lake Prose
Perry Po Fre
Brown
C. B. Sweet
Rapid City
King
Brookings
Rasistant Superinengent Oe
Roads Tax Totals Reach Over Million in State
The year 1314 saw road taxes of $510,048 and bridge taxes of $116,688, totaling over $1,000,000 for road improvements. Lawrence County contributed about $100,000 of the road tax, while Minnehaha led in bridge levies at around $100,000. Several counties including Hamlin, Grant, Meade, and Sully showed notable but incomplete bridge and road tax figures.
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Pieste
Fonmieg
Tawrence
Wiste
Minnehata
Hamlin
South Dakota Counties Go Dry in 193? Prohibition Update
Figures show 15 counties in South Dakota are dry this year with 114 incorporated towns and 20 unincorporated areas not allowing liquor sales. Saloons exist in only 15 counties while counties such as Hand and Roberts shift status by recent votes.
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Hand
Niger Rau
Mallett Stinne
Roberts
Spink
Sully
Chay
Mand
Ther
Mareh
Perkins
Brooks Bought Off Police in South Dakota Murder Case
Testimony shows Brooks offered bribe to officers in the South Dakota murder inquiry. He was arrested in Wynore on October 2 after allegedly conspiring to influence the investigation. Lawyer Crawford and others discuss the noted case amid confusion about the crime and location.
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Brooks
Blanco Slava
Slow
Igst
Muter
Abs Catia
Altonen
Inter
Wymore
N&h
Brooke
Birtender
Monald
Nicara
Sile
Geddes affair drives Brooks case through Platte county
Testimony links Brooks to a murder scene at the Padtey hotel and Geddes inquiry as Crawford admits hoping a reward share. Witnesses place Brooks near Geddes and Platte city after the crime, with inconsistent stories from Brooks and Sheriff Rifle.
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Vein
Haysmore
Crawford
Brooks
Amin
Farmers” Elevator
Mesaliie
Iegle
Tred Knorr
Matte
Platte
Walter
Ines Hinik
Col
IF. H. Morse
Tyndall
Morse
L. W. Rifle
Taxes Quarter Million in 1915 Tax List Summary
Davison county property owners taxed for 1915 total about 606 marked as saved. half of the levy around 814 due after the holiday. the second half to be collected November 1. Mitchell city taxes about 146,172.02. countywide taxes include county, state, district school and township road levies. The tax roll, prepared by County Auditor R A Zanale and deputy Crampton, details assessments for individual owners and calls for computation of each owner’s sum.
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Davison
Ito
R.A. Zanele
Andy Depuny
Crampton
Agri
Mitchell Vil
Nthe County
Rae
Union Township Loses Its Case in State Supreme Court
South Dakota county commissioners have authority to alter ditch work specifications and assess costs on property owners. The Union township case began July 9, 1909, when petitions sought a 0.5 mile drainage ditch but the project extended to two miles, leading to disputes over assessments. The dispute, involving Union township trustees and county officials, spanned court rulings from circuit court to the state supreme court with a final affirmation of the circuit court before reversal.
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Era
Union Township Famiong
Eblout
Union Township
A. J. Curtis
J.C.” Lehman
Nels Jensen
A. J. Anais
HB. Rogers
Pound
Jwara Cornwall
J. P. Nicholatsen
Perank B. Smith
Elrouit
Supreme Court
iScangler & Haney
W. M. Herbbyth
A. E. Hitencock
Visitor 18 Honored At Mitchell Socials
Mrs. Alta Brown wore white serge and shadow lace at an informal gathering for the bride to be. Guests included Misses Tthel Clark Otto and Mr. Stone of Minnesota. The couple plan to farm in Tobin township, where the groom has worked for two years. A luncheon followed with several readings and music by Miss James.
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Stickney
John Stone
Minnesota
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Tthel Clark
Vilas
Otto
Tripp
Mitchell
Sioux Falls
Dacotah B. Grimm
Parkston
Eaward B. Lucius
Crimi
Winsorham
Saturda
All Saints School
Sioux Walls
Dacotah Imm
B. Lusius
Chicago
J. K. Brennan
Sioux Falls Episcopal Church
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A. F. Cooper
Britt, Town
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All Saints
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Carpenter Hotel
Pices
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Wints City
Saints School
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Europe
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Lucius
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Edna” Butterfield
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Ill Walrath
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Vernon
Christina
M. E
Orvis P. McMasters
Mae Burns
Leslie Burns
Mise Mae Burns
J.C. Burns
Milles
Here
Dakota’ Wesleyan University
McMasters
RE. Thomas
Afr Olive
Towe
Two State Banks Forced to Close in South Dakota
Pierre and Blunt see bank failures as Crocker State Bank and Hughes County Bank shut down Saturday evening. Crocker Bank reported about $10,000 in deposits at risk while Hughes County Bank at Blunt faced similar losses amid the turmoil. local officials promised orderly procedures and protection for depositors under state oversight.
Inauguration at Pierre Sets State Tone for Session
The Pierre inaugural events proceeded despite political talk of Tower bills as lawmakers prepare for a busy session. Old hands like Senator Ziebach are noted for restraint while new factions called Young Turks organize to press through legislation. Committee heads may be named late in the week as the house lines up its structure and timing.
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Pierre
Mattiauyy
House
Eben
Ted By
Stephens
Byrne
Ziebach
Buffalo County
House of Representatives
Capitol
Ned
Pierre Bankers Assess Liquidation for Large Posits
Report notes posits over $100,000. the latter was voluntarily turned out for liquidation and is considered by Pierre bankers to be able to meet obligations.
Indians Vote Contested by Trustee Claim in Bennett County
A contest filed by Molitor against Representative elect Molitor cites that 75 percent of Bennett County votes were cast by Sioux Indians under government trust, arguing noncitizen status. If valid, the legislature could unseat the elected representative and seat Molitor in the district.
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United States
Charles Weller
Pierre
Molitar
Candiate
Ee ‘Distr
Weller
Bennett County
Sir Molitor
Congress
Ijolitar
Sailor Killed in Boxing on Navy Ship in New York
Washington Caled Ott of Indianapolis ordinary seaman of the battleship Florida was killed Saturday night in a boxing bout aboard the ship at New York. Ott reportedly received a blow to the shin and died about a half hour later. His opponent, Waleh, is under technical care. The small son of W. Voss of Bridgewater underwent appendicitis surgery yesterday at St Joseph's hospital.
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Wayward Ott
Indianapolis
Florida
New York
Ott
Waleh
3. W. Voss
Bridgewater
St. Joseph's Hospital
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