Tax comparisons spark Beadle county railroad debate
The Huron Journal-World questions rail tax assessments in Beadle county highlighting the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul and Chicago Northwestern lines in Wolsey. It cites higher valuations elsewhere and argues the North Western pays a smaller share, suggesting favoritism and a broken square deal by the administration.
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Huron Journal-World
Chimwago & North-Western Railway
Wolsey
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway
Seadle County
Northestern
Milwaukee
Crawford
Beadle County
Journal-World
Aberdeen
Taft Bandwagon Gains Momentum Across the West
The Taft campaign rolls through the West with support from Towa and South Dakota as the secretary of war leads favorable sentiment nationwide. Analysts doubt another candidate will be seriously considered on the first ballot.
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Towa
South Dakota
Bryan Critiques World Support For Johnson Movement
The article notes William Jennings Bryan accuses the New York World of backing Governor Johnson of Minnesota to aid special interests against his presidential bid. It mentions Bryan’s belief the paper is sincere only in opposing his third-term ambitions and that Johnson’s wave is gaining traction beyond its origin. South Dakota Democrats pledge to Bryan through the state central committee, regardless of rank and file preference.
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Bryan
New York World
Johnson
Minnesota
Nebraska
South Dakota
State Central Committee
Taft Support Debate Highlights South Dakota Stalwarts
The Aberdeen American frames its coverage as a clash between Taft loyalists and insurgents in South Dakota. It emphasizes Senator Kittredge on railroad legislation as a base to argue the stalwarts oppose Secretary Taft, while noting Governor Crawford’s record in comparison.
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Aberdeen American
Taft
South Dakota
Kittredge
Stilwats
iGovernor
Crawford
Political pressure affects North Western ties in South Dakota governor race
The text notes lingering ties between the North Western road and political factions as the race for South Dakota governor unfolds. It suggests the American should avoid pushing as a candidate on the political shrine and instead confront stalwarts on a different issue.
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North- Western Road
South Dakota
South Dakota Winter Warmer Forecast Promises Mild Return
South Dakota reports kept mild by contrast as cold snaps linger elsewhere. Officials assure residents and transplants they will not freeze this winter, noting below zero temperatures have occurred only sparingly and are unlikely to recur.
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South Dakota
Pacific Coast
Stand It No More Reform Debts and Higher Taxes Pushed
Sioux Falls editorial attacks reform administration for higher taxes and a growing state debt. It cites a $400,000 deficit in two years, per-county costs from $85,000 to $25,000 annually, and criticism of spending under reform. It urges voters to back Crawford for senator and an insurgent governor candidate to halt debt rise.
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Sioux Falls
Reform Administration
Crawford
Treasury
Northwestern Railroad
Senate
Insurgent Republicans Weigh Convention For South Dakota Delegates
Sioux City Journal reports Sioux Point Elk Point and Yankton figures say South Dakota Republicans will use caucuses to pick delegates for the national convention. Insurgent leaders led by Ringsrud and Gamble challenge Taft while Roosevelt is favored. state committee plans a central meeting and April convention.
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Sioux City
Sioux Falls
Mitchell
South Dakota
China
O. Ringsrud
Elk Point
State Central Committee
Ringsrud
Senator Gamble
Washington, D. C
Yankton
Roosevelt
Ringsrnd
Taft
Gamble
Chaiirman Cook
Central Committee
Iowa
Bristol special attorney issue ends as president withdraws
The Bristol case ends with the president withdrawing the Oregon attorney from public office. He felt the attorney was not sincere or honest in prosecuting land thieves. Despite Bristow’s retirement, Sioux Falls press continues with old history of the case.
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Bristol
Orevon
Bristow
Sioux Walls Press
Insurgent Papers Spark Bristol Matter Without Damage
Insurgent papers served a purpose in the Bristol matter, proceeding without inflicting any damage on anyone. The text reflects a cautious assessment of their role and impact in the broader context.
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Bristol
FORGED CHECKS ARREST OF FRANK RYAN NEAR KIMBALL
Frank Ryan was arrested at Kimball on charges of uttering forged checks against several individuals. Bound over to circuit court, he had been working on a farm near Kimball. He had passed three or four small checks before a local business owner exposed him. He was held in the city jail for two days and nights after the city marshal briefly left to obtain food.
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Frank Ryan
Kimball
Young Ryan
Sprintild
Alain
Liu
Jail Breakin Sparks Townwide Hunt in Killbull
A prisoner escaped when the jail lock was broken and a ball and chain were removed. Ryan fled on foot but was chased by villagers and recaptured. He’s under heavy guard until Sheriff from Chamberlain takes him. This is the third jail breakout in recent months. Authorities plan to compel an arresting example to deter further liberations.
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Ryan
Chamberlain
Killbull
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad and Household Furniture Pitch
An old advertisement offers a $100 reward for an uncured catarrh with Hall's Catarrh Cure by J J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio. It includes endorsements from Walding Kinnan Marvin and local druggists, mentions internal cure and testimonials, with price 75 cents per bottle. Separate line promotes Wall's Family bills for constipation and a furniture ad noting space-saving ideas.
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Kk. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
O. We
F. J. Chenney
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
Wall
Rainfall records show growing season droughts and crops
The editor presents twelve years of county rainfall data, noting three fourths of yearly moisture falls in April through August. Examples from 1904 and 1905 illustrate how growing-season totals correlate with crop success, and the piece suggests clipping the data for future reference.
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Times
The
Republican
Lsgg Eere
Sioux City Commercial Club to push grain rate case with Milwaukee
The Sioux City Commercial Clubwill contest Milwaukee rates before the Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington aiming to secure a grain rate into Sioux City. A club official traveled to Chicago to push for favorable terms, claiming an agreement existed but was rejected when sought for implementation. Sioux City plans a large grain business with one big elevator and seeks parity with St Paul Minneapolis and Omaha to compete for regional grain supplies. The club passed strong resolutions endorsing the commissioner’s action and authorized pursuit before the ICC.
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Sioux City
Commercial Club
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Omaha
Milwaukee
Interstate Commence Commission
Advertising Push Eases for Yearly Property Sales
The report notes a lull in advertising demand making this season the most favorable for selling property. Real estate experts say lower promotional costs increase listing appeal and shorten time on market, with buyers showing steady interest through the current period.
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Republican Party
Kimball Business
H.D. Butterfield
Enitt
Bastop
Biel Ouar
Ney
Scallin Bros
Hall
Davison County
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