Patriotism and neutral stance in a divided nation
The piece argues against labeling as unpatriotic and promotes armed neutrality under President Wilson. It praises his calls for peace without victory and a nonpartisan stance amid pro German and pro British pressures, urging citizens to support national interests over faction.
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United States
Senate
Europe
H.itente
Ines
America
Wilson
Washington
Wilson moves to arm merchant ships in defiant policy
President Wilson acts on his own authority to arm defensively American merchant vessels. He prefers solo decision making to awaiting Congress and says a later special session could show unity of the people in defending their rights.
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Wilson
Congress
United States
A Most Desirable Reform in Postmaster Appointments
Postmaster General Burleson proposes removing postmaster appointments from politics after April 1. Competitive civil service exams will be used for first class city postmasters, aiming to place these offices under civil service control. The move provokes consternation in congress as critics warn of shifting political influence.
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Congress
White House
Post Office Department
Andrew Jackson
Wilson
Burleson
Wilson’s 1819 Act Guides Arming of U S Vessels
The article reviews the 1819 federal act cited by President Wilson to arm American merchant ships. It explains the law allowed self defense against attacks by armed vessels not allied with the United States and questions whether Germany is in amity, a factor shaping the president’s authority.
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Wilson
Congress
United States
Germany
Paris Revue de Deux Mondes
Degouy
Europe
Deutschland
America
Mysterious Supersub Marine Debate in Sioux Falls Press
The Argus Leader and Mitchell Republican clash over a state packing plant and milling subsidies as farmers seek safeguards while opposing consolidation. The debate touches constitutional amendments, independence of private ventures, and the broader aim to aid farming in the state.
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Sioux Palls Argus-Leader
Mitchell Republican
Argus
League
South Dakota
Argus Leader
Farmers League
Sioux Falls
State owned pouring mill urged to aid South Dakota farmers
The passage argues for a state owned pouring mill to reduce high industry costs and distance barriers for South Dakota wheat and milk products. It claims outside buyers exploit the state, while the Farmers League program aims to rebuild the economy, reduce reliance on distant mills, and promote growth and prosperity within the state.
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South Dakota
Pas
Leaceo
Northwest
Horse's Kick Serious Bruce and S D Gust Bjorkland
A well known farmer living west of town named Bruce faced a serious injury after being kicked by a horse. Gust Bjorkland reported the incident near his farm.
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Bruce
Gust Bjorkland
Horse kicks man leaves him seriously injured
A man sustained severe injuries after a horse kicked him with both hind feet. His jaw was broken, several teeth knocked out, and he was bruised and in serious condition.
Pioneer Farmer Henry Montgomery Dies After Stroke
Alexandria, SD Henry Montgomery aged about 60, an early county settler and respected farmer, died Thursday evening from a stroke suffered near his farm. He left home to travel to his farm, collapsed near H A Gingles residence, and despite weeklong medical care did not recover. He came with his family from Columbus Wisconsin in 1904 and leaves a widow and seven children. Albert Montgomery, third oldest son, serves in the national guard and was recalled from Ft. Crook to aid his father’s condition.
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Alexandria
Henry Mont.gomery
Montgomery
H. A. Gingles
Gingles
Columbus
Wis
Albert
National Guard
Ft. Crook
Company I
Mitchell Stuns Huron In 36 to 16 High School Basketball
Mitchell dominates Huron with a strong opening run and steady defense. Scallin scores nine, Coughlin and Wiltse add key baskets as Mitchell’s guards control the pace. Huron struggles with substitutions and foul trouble as Mitchell advances toward the state tournament with a 36 to 16 win.
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Huron High School
Mitchell
Focal Five
Huron Quint
Mitchell Guards
Huron
Scallin
Coughlin
Wiltse
Riley
Hughes
Daum
Jones
Brock
Herman Riley
Herman
C. S. Hall
Webster High School
Wheatley
Burr Wiltse
Glenn Hughes
Vern Riley
Carlo Scallin
Leo Harmon
Herbert Watson
Carrol Wallis
Harmon Bro Sterling Tipton
Henry Stevens
van Alexander
Marotd Grunland
Prizes for Best Lawns and Garden Work
Summer gardening projects will start under Prof Joseph Hamilton for Fifth to Seventh graders. Students grow home gardens with thrift ideas, with 30 prize dollars from a National bank via savings accounts. Eight graders can earn advanced high school credit. Supt J W McClinton awards two lawn prizes for improvement and overall excellence at Western.
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Joseph Hamilton
National Bank
Supt
J. W. McClinton
Mitchell voters face bond issue for city auditorium plan
Campaigning begins for a Mitchell auditorium and adjoining facilities including a national guard armory and fire station. The proposed bond issue ranges from 75 000 to 100 000 with two thirds state funding up to 20 000, aiming to create a 125 000 building to host conventions and large gatherings.
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Mitchell
National Guard
Auinnal
South Wakota
Kelong Leet
Oette Nereig
GaeAcree Ute CO
Mast Third Avenue
Limwler Street
Manhattan of Company
M.C. A
South Dakota Educational Association
Sioux Falls
Lukens Funeral Held at First Baptist Church
Funeral services for Mrs. Clara A. Lukens were held at the First Baptist church at 2:30 PM with Rev. J Schroder officiating in the absence of the pastor. Survivors include her brother Leonard B Rowley and other relatives. she was active in church and various societies. Interment followed at Graceland Cemetery. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers listed.
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Clara A. Lukens
First Baptist Church
Robert Lincoln Kelley
Schroder
Pierre
William Gordon Brackett
Clara Abgail Rowley
Caton
Stuben County
New York
Philo J
Abigail J. Rowley
Leonard B
Charli Lj
Baptist Church of
Chicago
Mantino
Illinois
Thomas W. Lukens
A. B. Rowley
Lodee
Eastern Star
Rebecca
Macabee
Graceland Cemet
F. Hewitt
Geo. W. Law
W. Sprague
W. Gillis
W. H. Webster
J. W. Broadbent
W. RR. C
Milter
C. H. Hedden
Julia Bowerman
O. E. Browne
Maud Palmer
D. L. Tenney
Bernstorff Leads Party From Christiane to Copenhagen
The steamship Frederick VIII departed Christiane Norway for Copenhagen with Count von Bernstorff former German ambassador to the United States and his party aboard.
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Christiane
Norway
London
Frederick VIII
Copenhagen
Count von Bernstorff
United States
Three Cheers for Old Glory Amid War Call
A wartime broadside urging defense of the flag frames the call with chants for Old Glory. It extols valor, honor, and unity while invoking Fatherland imagery and calls to defend freedom amidst threats from rival nations. Signed Alpena March 422 197.
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Sammy
Cc. J
Aisenbrey Alpena
Federal highway officials visit Pierre to review route
Federal road experts from Washington led by Warren Allen and Hathaway visited Pierre to study highway sections. They discussed how federal aid allocates funds across states, noting South Dakota would receive about a quarter of a million dollars. The work will be phased to connect into a continuous interstate system over years, not as a single stretch.
Danforth Resigns as U S Commissioner in Sioux Falls
George J. Danforth longtime United States commissioner at Sioux Falls resigns due to other business pressure. The resignation takes effect April 1 with headquarters in Sioux Falls. A successor has not been announced. Danforth is a prominent Sioux Falls attorney.
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Danforth
Sioux Bulls
S. C
George J. Danforth
United States
Sioux Falls
Elliott
United States Court
Big Grove Sold In Wessington South Carolina
Eli Huddleston purchased the Merritt grove known as Lake Merritt on Sand Creek for 40 dollars an acre. The 240 acre farm traces to early squatter rights and a later 1884 exchange involving Lafe Merritt. The grove, famed as Natural timber between the James and Missouri rivers, hosted social political and religious gatherings.
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Wessington
S. C
Lake Merritt
Sand Creek
Merritt
Crove
Dr. Hobson's Hexema Ointment for Eczema Relief
Painful spring eczema is promoted relief with Dr. Hobson's Hexema Ointment. The antiseptic remedy is said to be promptly effective on pimples, blackheads, acne, tetter, dry scaly skin, and other eruptions, with druggists carrying guaranteed stock.
President Wilson Recovered Holds Two Conferences
President Wilson in Washington DC today announced full recovery from a recent cold after several days in bed. He met with Senator Martin the new Senate Democratic leader and with Secretary Lansing to discuss matters of state.
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Washington, D. C
Wilson
Martin
Senate
Lansing
Sloan's Liniment Promises Quick Relief for Strains
An advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as a fast acting liquid for strains sprains bruises and muscle soreness. It claims easy application without rubbing and quick penetration for relief.
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Sloan
Dolled Up for Breakfast Lace Trimmed Trousseau Fashion
This description highlights a lace trimmed trousseau cap and negligee inspired by a handmade product. It notes a jacket suitable for combining lace widths simply and shows full lace flounces on silk and satin petticoats.
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Machine Mide Pointe
Linimens Promise Quick Relief For Aches And Pains
Linimens does not stain the skin or clog pores like mossy plasters or ointments. For chronic rheumatic pains neuralgia gout and lumbago it is well known and handy. For the grippe and after strenuous work it gives quick relief. Sold by all druggists 25c.
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Grippe
Reltier Ag
Drusc
Sterling Gets on Judiciary
Washington D C Important assignments were given to South Dakota senators yesterday in the organization of the new Senate. Sterling was named to the judiciary committee while retiring from pensions and District of Columbia panels. Senator Johnson kept his existing assignments including the chairmanship.
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Washington
P. C
South Dakota
Senate
Ratory Sterling
Pensions
District of Columbia
Johnson
Foreclosure Notice for Davison County Real Estate
Notice of foreclosure under South Dakota law. Mortgagors Anna Spears and James Spears defaulted on a mortgage to M. J. Webber of Mitchell. Property in section 10, township 103, range 60 west, 8 acres, Davison County. Sale at Mitchell Courthouse front door March 1 at 10 a.m. Attorney Herbert Hitchcock represents the mortgagee.
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Thortearre
South Dakota
Anna Spears
James Spears
M. J. Webber
Mitchel
Momerses
Pake
Peceds
Davison County
Mitchell
Lease of state lands in Davison County offered for public auction
Notice announces that on March 19 2017 all unleased state lands in Davison County will be offered for lease at public auction from 10 a m to 4 p m at the courthouse. Dated Pierre January 11 197 N Knight Commissioner of school and public lands.
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Davison County
Said County
Pierre
Knight
School
Une Public Lands
Dr King's New Life Pills Claim Clear Skin
An old advertisement urges spring cleaning for skin by using Dr King's New Life Pills to cleanse the body and improve complexion. It promotes the product as a remedy for dull skin after winter and suggests purchasing at druggists for 25e.
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Hanson County
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Hpal Mepchell Nedss
State
Lukens
Bernstore PF
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der Hans
Drie
Fritz
Nick
Petrogriid
Prench
Turk
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Sollenson
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