King Edward to be crowned August ninth report
The issue notes King Edward will be crowned on August 9 if doctors approve the date. It mentions Harvard President Charles W. Eliot as the new National Educational Association president, succeeding Beardshear of Iowa. It questions Aguinaldo’s safety among Filipinos and comments on Cleveland's 1904 presidential bid prospects and Tilden club activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward
Eliot
Harvard University
National Educational Association
Mr. Beardshear
Iowa
New England
Tracy the Oregon convict terrorizing the countryside
Tracy, an Oregon convict, has terrorized much of the countryside as he evades officers. He subjugated a family, forced one man to buy ammunition for him, and threatened to kill the family if alarms were raised. He reportedly even coerced borrowing money to aid his flight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tracy
Oregon
Tacoma
H. Sceallin
Populist papers shift to Democrats as reorganization looms
The populist press is moving toward the Democratic ticket after some hesitation. The Gazette notes it will back the party whose principles align with its view as the populist brand wanes, but warns that reorganization at the national convention could push reformers away. Democrats in South Dakota must block reorganization to hold populist support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Gazette
Brer. Johnston
Peoples Party
Gazette
Democrats
South Dakota
Democratic Party
Juror Questions Ames Bribe Handling in Montana Case
A juror in the Ames bribery case stated the jury was not convinced Ames accepted the $25 bribe and doubted a high official would take so small an amount to shield criminals for six months. He believed the state must prove a larger sum. Minneapolis reacts to the trial’s outcome, with stronger evidence than Gardner’s showing Ames collusion with the big criminal element.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames
Minneapolis
Gardner
Thirteen Figures Mark June Debt Drop and GOP Nominations
The public debt statement shows a 13 million dollar decrease in June. Robert LaFollette appears likely to win the Republican gubernatorial nomination in Wisconsin as he leads a strong political machine. Senator Beveridge will not seek the 1904 vice presidency, cheering Senator Bailey who would oppose Indiana in the Senate leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert LaFollette
Wisconsin
Beveridge
Bailey
Texas
Indiana
Senate
Chicago freight handlers strike settled without concessions
The Chicago freight strike disrupted western lines but is practically settled with no railroad concession. Freight leaders sought 30 percent wage hikes, while railroads offered 20 percent. President Curran said he accepted the railroads’ offer under pressure from strikers who agreed to return at 20 percent. The strike failed to secure union recognition by the railroads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
West
Curran
South Dakota Census Bureau Reports Agricultural Totals for 1900
The census bulletin shows South Dakota in 1900 with 52 622 farms valued at 220 133 190 and spanning 19 070 616 acres. Farm livestock valued at 65 173 324 and farm machinery at 12 218 680, totaling farm property at 297 595 302. Prices have since risen, doubling in many cases, and the bulletin may understate current value and resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Census Department
Census Bureau
South Dakota
Corner Stone Laid for New Masonic Hall at Chamberlain
A corner stone ceremony was held Thursday evening for a two story 32 by 52 foot frame Masonic hall in Chamberlain, intended as the future home for local Masonic orders. Delegates from Mitchel Masons including C. W. Adams and W. A. Fowler attended with visiting Mason Fowler. A lodge room on the lower floor required a dispensation from the grand master as per lodge rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Masonic Orders
Mitchel Masons
C. W. Adams
H. B. Rogers
John Gilfillan
H. H. Motley
J. L. Nelson
F. A. Bidwell
A. B. McKeel
J. L. Hurst
C. E.fox
W. A. Fowler
Grand Lodge
Grist mill project planned by McKinley and Eddy
McKinley and Eddy have dug the basement for a brick rear building near the old fire department house, now owned by James McKinley. They will erect a building for a small grist mill with elevators and high quality setup. An engine will be placed in the basement and machinery on the first floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley & Eddy
Fire Department
James McKinley
Chamberlains Pain Balm Endorsed For Strains
Deer Park merchant F H Wells recommends Chamberlains Pain Balm as the best liniment for strains. He recalls rapid relief from a winter side strain and cure observed after use. Sold by L O Gale druggist.
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F. H.wells
Deer Park
Long Island
N. Y
Married sixty years in Mitchell gentle couple admired by all
Mrs. Curtis recalling youth recalls a phrenologist prophecy of a quiet life. Mr. Curtis born 1819, 53 years in Odd Fellows, G A R and Daughters of Rebekah. she joined after Colfax resolution. Both active in lodges, in good health, fond of early married days, hoped for a diamond anniversary.
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Odd Fellows
Curtis
The
Daughters of Rebekah
Order
Supreme Lodge of Odd Fellows
Doan's Kidney Pills Combat Backache Claims
A Fargo resident testifies that back pain came from kidney trouble and improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He recalls buying them in 1898 and credits the product with curing backache and lumbago caused by disordered kidneys. Sold 50 cents a box. Foster-Milburn Co. of Buffalo, NY, sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Buffalo
N. D
J. H. Welch
Eighth Street South
Fargo
Dean
Wilsor
Mr. Collins
Foster-Milburn Co
N. Y
United States
Doan
Change of Federal Jury Draw Improves Randomness
The recent congressional session standardizes federal juries by drawing from all parts of the state rather than a district. Previously Sioux Falls and Deadwood terms used regional juries, but the new bill expands the pool statewide. Citizens viewed serving as a pleasant, affordable trip and an opportunity to see country areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Congress
Sioux Falls
Deadwood
Honeymoon cloud haunts newlywed as husband forgets wife
A Kansas City Independent item recounts a newlywed couple on their wedding trip. The groom jokes about the fog of excitement causing him to forget his wife on the train. He had to reassure her for hours that he still loves her, amid lingering doubt.
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Kansas City
The Habits of the Robin Observed by Parents
A reader notes how the father robin differentiates by darker plumage and repeats a fixed approach to the nest while the mother uses a lighter color and alternate route. The piece, by Ernest Harold Baynes, reflects on birds forming rigid habits similar to humans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Harold Baynes
Cora
Panion
Remedy Cited For Summer Colic By Lansing Journal
The Lansing Iowa Journal notes a family case where Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy cured a summer illness. The writer urges every home keep a bottle, as access to a physician may be limited in hot weather. For sale by local druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Lansing
Iowa
Journal
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Mitchell Capital
the Mitchell Printing CO
W. Downey
Suivey
Ecsyear
Official
Aguinaldo
Philippines
Grover Cleveland
Tilden Club
Chamberlain Masons
Mitchell
Rue de la Paix
Paris
Corr
Lawn Alowers
Goschs
Jewett Bros
Jewett's
Peach
N. Main St
Hendricks & John’s
Mitchell, S. D
L. Indra
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