State Capitol Dedication in Pierre Highlights Grand Design
Pierre S D Thursday the capi tol was dedicated under auspicious circumstances. The ceremony drew hundreds who toured the building amid praise for its interior beauty and commanding exterior. Edward H Blashfield praised the project noting it rivals eastern capitols in finish and artistry while the commission led by Governor Vessey and others secured the best work for the money.
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Samuel C. Polley
John Hinning
O. C. Dokken
Mural depicts 1823 Ashley expedition prayer on Dakota soil
The painting by Charles Holloway in the house chamber shows General William Ashley’s 1823 Missouri River journey. It portrays the moment after a fight with Indians with Jebediah Smith kneeling in prayer before guiding a rescue through hostile tribes, claimed as the first white man prayer on Dakota soil.
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Stock Market Slumps Deeply Amid Widespread Declines
A sharp market drop in New York sent prices down across sectors with heavy selling and record lows. Steel and Union Pacific led declines as investors reassessed values amid rumors of high finance meetings and a broad retreat from overextended credit. The day closed with some recovery and a total of 1,515,775 shares traded.
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Roosevelt Taft Reunite Warmly in Beverly Cottage Meeting
In Beverly Massachusetts Roosevelt and Taft meet after sixteen months apart. They greet with heartfelt smiles and a warm embrace on the Evans cottage veranda. Tea is served as Senator Lodge and Secretary Norton join, and crowds cheer the former allies returning to cordial ties.
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Death of Davison County Deputy Bard from toxic poisoning
John O. Bard deputy sheriff of Davison county died in the sheriff’s room at the courthouse from toxic poisoning affecting the heart after a severe attack of tonsillitis. He had a history of varying episodes of the disease and grew ill Friday evening. Doctors held a consultation Wednesday as his condition worsened.
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Local sheriff described as active farmer with new ties
A man about 40 years old known as the sheriff of the area died after a period of illness aided by stimulants. He remained conscious until the end. The deceased, once a farmer between Mitchell and Exandria, had many local friends and was recently active in the community.
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