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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1908
Page
2
A South Dakota editorial voices doubt about reformer Crawford amid a history of rail tie abuse and tax battles. It contrasts Crawford with Roosevelt, accusing Crawford of broken pledges and aiding railroad interests while praising Roosevelt's consistent public duty.
Mr. Crawford's printing press at Huron has run day and night as electors in South Dakota brace for a possible backlash. Supporters accuse him of evasive replies while critics say his campaign pace slows toward defeat.
Rev. Mr. Ware, imprisoned in federal penitentiary for a crime similar to Crawford’s Walworth county case, is likely to seek a pardon. Meanwhile Crawford is advancing toward a seat in the United States Senate.
In Sioux Falls a speaker faced questions about his loyalty to state interest graft and whether funds were used to advance his senatorial campaign. The remark raised scrutiny of his political ties and motives.
A political statement argues that voters will not confuse progressive graft with progressive republicanism, asserting clear distinctions in party values and public policy. The comment emphasizes public discernment amid evolving ideological labels.
A garbled utterance from a source fragment quotes Mr Crawford pleading for aid amid a discussion of grafters. The incomplete text hints at a dramatic appeal but lacks clear context, participants, or setting.
The Salem speech lauds a two cent flat passenger rate and criticizes railroad managers for opposing reform. It notes Governor Crawford’s ties to rail interests and predicts Kittredge influence will push such legislation in the next legislature.
Iowa and South Dakota taxpayers face higher levies as assessments rise. The Sioux City Journal notes税 increases accompany higher valuations, with Iowa’s treasury showing a small surplus under the governor and South Dakota’s net state debt increasing after one year. The 1907 reform legislature spent more than ever, driving up taxes for railroads and farmers while offering little apparent benefit, prompting criticism of the Crawford reform.
Senator Kittredge delivers a Decoration Day speech in Woonsocket urging the nation’s young men and women to adopt sobriety, industry, frugality, and square dealing as essential to character and national success, viewing the commandments as guiding living principles.
The record states no report that Mr. Crawford asked the land department in Washington to view its official documents about the Crawford land fraud deal in Walworth county during his recent visit.
A critical appraisal argues Crawford's power is fading as auditors question the record on Walworth county land deals and broken promises. The piece likens his shift from vigor to withdrawal, noting silence on his actions and legal exposure.
Harry Thompson argues Gov. Crawford misused land deals in Walworth County. He cites federal officials deeming the move a defraud attempt and notes a grand juror’s shift to oppose Crawford. The piece portrays ongoing criticism of Crawford amid calls for accountability.
State Treasurer Cassill faces an anti graft campaign claiming the electorate will repudiate the interest graft by voting against re election. The caller urges a Johnson vote to end the alleged steal and stop the state earning interest on its funds.
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