Republicans Renominate Perkins as Sioux City Representative
The Sioux City district Republicans renominate Hon. Geo D Perkins for Congress. The Journal editor faced a tough challenge from Cox-Congressman Struble. Democratic chairman Ward sends the Republican call for the state convention in Sioux Falls on Sept 5. Davison county holds six delegates of 440 total. Senate politics show cross currents with Hill’s critical remarks and Pettigrew’s dealings in Sioux Falls. News columns reflect Populist leanings and national issues from the era.
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Davison County
Farmers Denounce Bill Favoring Other Groups
The piece notes Mr. Potter’s complaint about possible bias against farmers in a proposed bill and hints at Populist economists offering insight. It also reports editorials during convention week criticizing Editor Wheelock and praises The Republican for fair coverage while Dowdell objects to perceived insults about the convention.
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Webster
Worcester
Goodykoontz
Kennedy
Statesman
Dowdell
Not a Pettigrew Move in South Dakota GOP race
The Sioux Falls press reports rumors that Governor Sheldon backs R. J. Gamble for Congress with F. J. Washabaugh as running mate to unseat Capt. Lucas, aiming to block Maj. Pickler and clear Kyle’s path. Pettigrew denies any manipulative move, confirming no plan to dictate the ticket while pledging free field for Republicans.
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R. J. Gamble
Congress
Sheldon
F. J. Washabaugh
the Hills
Gamble
Wash
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Capt
Lucas
Sioux Falls
Webster
Pettigrew
Senator Pettigrew
South Dakota
Hill's Hard Fight Exemption Amendments Fail in Senate
In Washington on June 27 the tariff bill debate saw Mr. Hill's amendments fail as he attempted to exempt state, county and municipal bonds from income tax. A rival bid to exempt only state bonds also lost. The article also notes discussions on the government's financial condition, bank cooperation, and national credit, with figures on exports, gold, and available funds. Also listed are nominations to diplomatic posts and Morton’s travel plans amid other March of events.
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Nebraska
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Europe
P J McGovern sale and travel notes
P J McGovern headquarters for ladies shoes announces a pushing out sale to raise quick cash during the week and ends Thursday with a trip to the Two Harbors pre shipping docks. Flour production at head of the lakes drops last week to 387,888 barrels with 241,972 shipped. several plants restart after shutdowns. Striking Pullman workers in Ludlow Ky warned of dismissal. 28 return to work. Harden Mo reports a severe hailstorm damaging a eastbound Wabash train. Wisterman in Chicago fatally stabs his wife and injures two others before killing himself. Cedar Grove Kan cyclone demolishes a public school and more. river threats to crops and livestock. Coroner’s verdict in Allen-Clapp murder case finds Allen killed Clappp with no self defense opinion. Dundas Ill reports Albert Parsons killed after train fall. Clark S Rowe becomes land office register at Chamberlain Sd. Secretary Stone announces elevator dispute steps and new warehouse provisions. cheers erupt.
National Republican League Opens Convention in Denver
The National Republican League convened in Denver with about two thousand delegates and six thousand visitors. Resolutions favored the Minneapolis platform with restraint on silver and woman suffrage, while silver-state delegates sought free coinage. The New York and Illinois camps vied over presidential choices as delegates filled Broadway Theatre.
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Iowa
Iowa State Band
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