New Primary Law Is Introduced At State Session
The legislature takes up a new primary bill proposed by McMaster, repealing Richards law. The house approves a joint committee to investigate state accounting and public funds expenditures with a report due by the fortieth day of the session.
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Sirus van Will
Senate
Nlusree Library Commission
Peckham
Ptt
State Securities Department
Morris
Andersen
The
State University
Richards
House
Birch
Hoase
Hamlin County Ends Thirty Year Seat Fight in Election
A special Hamlin County election set for Tuesday will close a three decade dispute over county seat location. The vote seeks to authorize a $60,000 issue for construction in Hayti, finalizing the long running county reform effort.
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Hayti
S. D
Hamlin County
Ion
County Seat Battle Ends With Hayti Victory
After a thirty year fight Clifrent towns saw Hayti chosen as the county seat by voters. Citizens then moved county records and property from Castlewood to Hayti amid the lasting dispute. The cost over decades nears $30,000 as plans for a permanent county court loom if approved.
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Sti
Cially
Hayti
Castlewood
Mayti
Mitchell High Defeats Emery In Basketball
Mitchell High defeated Emery in a home game with Mitchell piling up most scoring in the first half. Key players included May hard, Eli, and team captain Shelby with several substitutes seeing time as the lineup shuffled through the match. The next Mitchell games are slated for Thursday and Friday against Sioux Falls and Vermillion at designated prices.
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Mitchell High
Riday
Mitchel
Wifery
Tamery Boys
Eli
Mayhard Wis
steNur
Iit Wn
Mekinis
Grace
Haiht
Winiery Noland
Ditlmann
Bonk
Fahy
Wriscon
Lieten
Hanlon
Pierson
Mitchell Imam
Sioux Falls
Vermillion
Conflict over high school debate plans with Aberdeen
Mitchell high school is said to have been dropped from a triangular debate with Aberdeen and Turon over the Monroe Doctrine. The Aberdeen News reports a dispute about a verbal agreement and whether Mitchell remains in the three cornered event set for February 26 under the state interscholastic league.
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Wilichell High School
Aberdeen
Turon
Aberdeen News
Mitereil
Heigh Senadi
Lettre
Mitehetl
Lindsey
State Interschoulastic Debating League
Siitehell
Mittehell
State League
Pierre
Hwu
Snow Blankets Big Area Across Midwest and Plains
A severe cold wave drove temperatures to 30 below in surrounding counties and six to eight inches of snow covered areas from the Mississippi River to Pennsylvania. The storm pushed a large workforce to clear streets as unemployment rose and essential services experienced disruptions. The U S Weather Bureau noted the system moving east with improving conditions in the west as temperatures fell.
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Deadwood
S. D
Clic
Dake
Ohio Valley
Mississippi
Pennsylvania
United States
Ce Bureau
Woerth Bound Over On Rad Check Charge
In Chamberlain South Dakota Emil J Woerth faced a preliminary hearing in justice court before T J Campbell on a forged check case. The state showed other checks allegedly forged and passed by Woerth in Kimball. One witness could not attend.
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Woerth
Chamberlains. D
Justice Court
T. J. Campbell
Chamberlain
S. D
State of
South Dakota
Emil J. Woerth
Kimball
Trial delayed in Brule County circuit court
The case trial is postponed to the next Brule county circuit court term. Mr. Woerth is bound over to appear at the next term. The community awaits the outcome with interest.
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Brule County
Woerth
Marriage Trick Ends in Insanity and Incarceration
The two Amondson sisters of Bridgewater once lured by a persuasive con man known as Curley were forced into a sham marriage. The fake ceremony ruined their lives, driving both sisters to insanity and confinement in Yankton asylum after years of broken trust and displacement.
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Bridgewater
Julia
Annie Amondson
Yankton
Amon Amondson
Limp Lane
Cuel
Curley
Clhrpy Tian
Cnd
Geensiongs
Canada
Erie
Tate
Tian Cyr Bay
Bus
Towa
Historic Dakota Society meeting draws many state leaders
The Historical Society in Pierre held a well attended session in the evening. B A Cummins opened with remarks on the society’s work. Governor Norbeck shared memories of early Yankton trips and artesian wells that influenced his career in well drilling. Senators Ainsden, Odland, and Ziebuch recalled Dakota Territory days, with Representatives Thompson and Withee adding prairie recollections. Officers for the coming year include P L St McClure, Col S B Farr, Charles H Burke, Isaac Lincoln, and Miconning.
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B.A. Cumaiins
Wade
Norbeck
Yankton
Ainsden
Grant
Odland
Turner
Ziebuch
Buffalo
Dakota Territory
Dakota Prairies
Thompson
Innehaha
Withee
PL St. McClure
Pierre
Col. Si. B. Farr
Chas. H. Burke
Isaac Lincoln
Aberdeen
George W. Nash
Mi Miconning
Thirteen Days Work To Get Into Safe Bank Stalled
In Belle Fourche South Dakota a bank safe remained sealed after an official failed to start the time lock. A visiting safe expert drilled through the steel at a rate of a quarter inch per day working two shifts as authorities supplied support and the bank stayed secured.
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Belle Fourche
S. D
Butte County
Turon College to Meet Northern Normal Here Next Monday
Aberdeen South Dakota reports Turon college basketball will play Northern Normal and Industrial School here next Monday evening. Huron team travels to Ellendale to play Ellendale normal school and will stop here for a game. The city school faculty led by Superintendent Johnson forms a basketball team and challenges Northern Normal. Fenimore Council U C T plans its mid winter picnic February 6 with supper at 6 29 PM at the K C C hall and a program of speaking music and dancing.
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Aberdeen
S. D
Turon College
Northern Normal and Industrial School
Huron
Ellendale
Ellendale Normal School
Theigh School
Johnson
Schiors
Northern Normal
Fenimore Council
Knights of the Grip
K. CC
Mitchell to Host 1916 Tri State Bowling Tournament
Mitchell will host the Tri State Bowling Association’s annual tournament in 1916 after a late-night session at Sioux Falls. Ray L. Branson was elected president, with A J Arnwebor vice president, Walter A. Noll secretary, and Gratt Wells treasurer. Local bowlers praised arrangements and alleys as well as courteous handling.
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Mitchell
Tri-State Bowling Association
Sioux
Ray L. Branson
A. J, Arnwebor
Mitulie
Walter A. Noll
Sioux Falls
Gratt. Wells
Mitchel
Mitchell Howlers
Sioux Inn
South Dafont Stars
St. G. Seharu
Weber
Western Brews
Sioux City
South Wakotans
Berdeen
Supreme Court Opinions From Pierre Dated Dincisions
In South Dakota the supreme court handed down opinions affirming several cases. Bessie V Pettigrew versus the city of Sioux Falls affirms the validity of paying ordinances. Culhane Adjustment Company versus Richard D Wharton and Preadle also affirmed. Jennie Hicly versus J T Jorgenson sheriff Hamlin affirmed.
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Pierre
S. D
Supreme Court
Ty Whiting
Bessie
Pettigrew
City of Sioux Walls
Minnehaha
Culhane Adjustment Company
Richard Db. Wharton
McCoy
Jennie Hicly
J. T. Jorgenson
Hamlin
Suffragette Hen Exhibited At Central South Dakota Show
The first annual poultry show of the Central South Dakota Poultry Association draws birds from across the state. Over five hundred birds of many breeds are on display and a famed suffragette hen, a game variety, attracts attention for keeping her mate calm by living apart in a coop.
Probing Liquor Sales Uprisings in Wessington Springs
Wessington Springs South Carolina sees multiple arrests expected after an illicit liquor ring investigation. State Anti-Saloon League leaders including President Holsapte assist, with one defendant bonded at 200 dollars awaiting trial. Citizens form a law enforcement group and raise funds, offering 75 dollars for evidence leading to arrests.
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Wessington Springs
S. C
Oroof
Holsapte
State Anti-Saloon League
Ihe
Guy Sianire
Incal Anti-Saloon League
Ig Weesinetan
Tiga
Squire
Vernon Roy Wins Intercollegiate Oratorical Contest
Vermillion hosts the fourth annual oratorical contest with Vernon Roy winning the state title and earning a shot at the interstate contest in Sioux Falls. Notable finishers include Hi C Meperle Pierre Gleine Simons Julius Sayser Norwood Brigance, praised for their strong preliminary speeches.
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Vermillion
J. AL Tonssu
Mt. Vernon
Sven
Sioux Palls
Johanson Bayeoe
Poti
Mar Aohasey
WeyVaara
Todit Fits
Horners
Niet
Hi. C. iMepperle
Pierre
Gleine Simons
Sioux All
S D Boy Loses Life in Africa
A letter from Central Africa describes S D Boy killed near Angolk land during a minine prospecting expedition for Beinsuim capitalists Fred Johnson and Will McVey. The death of an Ameri car prospector named Decker and the escape of Newport after two days without food are noted as fear rises over impacts on the venture amid Belgium’s finances.
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Spearfish
S. Wein
Central Africa
Beinsuim
Fred Johnson
Will McVey
Angolk
Decker
City School of Mines
Bey
Wire Fitsi O Valiey
Newport
Ean Johnson
McVey
Belgium
Africa
Unii
Ives
Farmers Endorse Serum Treatment in Hog Cholera Fight
Davison County Veg Growers Protective association meeting in Mitchell endorses serum as the sole preventative for hog cholera. Dr. J. M. Smith and colleagues from the U S Bureau of Animal Industry and state veterinarians attended the session. A motion urged barrel-spray pumps in four sections to disinfect livestock sheds. The group praised the federal and state eradication campaign and pledged continued support.
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Davison County
R. M. Ward
J. J. Hartman
Vey Valentine
Frank. Cook
Pierre
South Dakota Livestock Sanitary Bar
C. Shelby
Smith
Lr. Cook
Federal Bureau
South Dakota
United States Bureau of Animal Industry
Sleeper Sets Bed On Fire In Kimball Motel
A man named Nitivall S Riggs living about 15 miles northeast of Kimball narrowly escaped death when a pipe fire in his room at the Perido cafe ignited bedding. The fire was extinguished with no serious injuries or damage. Also noted: Ole Swansen Company members arguing over Friday opera house show and a Kimball women’s basketball 18 to 6 win over White Lake at Richards Hall.
Nighttime Farm Fire Sends Family Into Freezing Snow
In Glaremont South Carolina near Tennessee a hired man on the farm attempted to light something with gasoline but used kerosene causing an explosion that burned the man Garrett and the Nietert household. Mrs Nietert escaped in night clothes through the cold to a neighbor. Garrett suffered severe burns and was hospitalized in Aberdeen. Mrs Nietert and their baby were unharmed but exposed to -25F temperatures ouside.
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Glaremont
S. C
Rerete Garenei
Tenn
Anni
Fugitive Heebner’s Cash Heist Traced To Divorce Case
A missing Devel county settler reportedly fled with between 7000 and 48000 in cash from multiple banks to avoid his wife amid a divorce suit. Judge Sherwood granted Mrs. Heebner absolute divorce, custody of two children, $6000 alimony, and the home. Heebner faces possible contempt if he returns to South Dakota.
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Cupar Lake
S. 1
Clear
Wake
Castlewood
Isielling
Rank Heebner
Devel County
Tur
Pieebner
Sherwood
State Circuit Court
Hieebner
Eagle
Froehner
Dover
Heebnes Folts
Meebner
Titoo H
Southahkota
Llechner
State Census To Be Taken With No Special Enumerators
The third state census will be taken on May 1 by assessors in each district. Assessors receive a per diem from their district for time spent on the assessing and enumerating, while county auditors act as county superintendents of census ensuring full and accurate enumeration of population and agricultural statistics.
Old Well Flows Again After Italian Earthquake
The Artexian well owned by farmer W. W. Swan near Rankfort ceased to flow after an earthquake in Italy. A new well was sunk and days after the quake the old Swan well began to flow again giving him two good wells.
Sudden revival of artesian well linked to earthquake
A farmer notes a sudden revival of an artesian well on his land and questions whether the recent earthquake caused or influenced the renewed flow. He remains uncertain about the connection and seeks observation.
Honeywell Converts Reach 275 At Aberdeen Tabernacle
In Aberdeen South Dakota 275 converts were made at the Honeywell Tabernacle over Saturday and Sunday, totaling over 500 since the evangelistic meet began. The morning collection of 2200 funds tabernacle construction and meeting expenses, with no further weekly collections planned.
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Aberdeen
S. D
Honeywell Tabernacle
Watertown Publisher A W Ransom Takes Educator Role
A. W. Ransom, longtime Watertown Public Opinion publisher, becomes secretary and treasurer of Educator School Supply in Mitchell, succeeding ill health retiree L. A. Pope. He leaves Watertown after years as publisher and newspaper veteran, with public good wishes accompanying his move.
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A. W. Ransom
Watertown Public Opinion
Treasrer
Educator School Supply Company
L. A. Pope
Becau
St. L. Ransom
Ranstom
Citizens of
Watertown
South Dakota
NrItre
Ublic Opinion
Oidavce Comorgen ‘Huccess If
Ransom
Watertown Printing and Binding Company
Watertown News
Educator Supply Company
Mitchell
Anotther
Aong
South Dakota Poultry Show Opens With Heavy Participation
Over 1 000 birds enter the South Dakota State Poultry Show held at the city hall auditorium. Chickens lead with about 750 entries followed by pigeons 200 geese 50 ducks 50 and 25 turkeys. Judges A B Shaner and F A Shellabarger began judging this afternoon with awards expected by tomorrow.
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South Dakota
Ap Sor Iou
City Hall
A. B. Shaner
Lanark
F. A. Shellabarger
West Liberty
Jerauld County Raises Funds for War Victims in Corn Drive
Weesington Springs reports 519.85 dollars raised for war relief from a county corn collection. Corn was solicited countywide and the proceeds were sold and delivered to aid victims, per secretary Theurer of the Weeesington Springs Commercial club.
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Weesington Springs
SL. D
Jerauld
Rebe
Weeesington Springs
McCook County Farmer Awarded Damages in Runaway Team Case
A McCook County farmer received damages amounting to 17.50 for injuries to his farm residence. The award follows a runaway team belonging to Henry Mich that struck the house, causing damage to the exterior while being driven.
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D.H. P. Poppmaker
McCook County
Henry Mich
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