Advertising rates and notices amid legislative updates
Advertising rates are listed for business cards and local notices with per line charges. Also reported are vetoes from the governor on bills, Senate sympathy for members, and Governor Herreid appointing C S Whiting to the ninth judicial circuit to ease Judge McCoy’s workload across Spink and Beadle counties.
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Staitless
Herreid
C. S. Whiting
DeSmet
Ninth Judicial Circuit
McCoy
Spink
Beadle
Mississippi River Rises Threatening Banks Near Flood Peak
The Mississippi river now runs within a foot of high water mark, causing widespread concern along its banks. Flooding covers large areas and threatens substantial damage as predictions indicate little chance of a drop in the river level for some time.
Navy retirees and Democratic hopefuls in flux
Admiral Crowninshield remains on the retired list while naval offices bustle around. The piece notes tensions among older sailors and shifts in the Democratic presidential race as William Jennings Bryan weighs his stance, still unsettled about backing Cleveland or Judge Parker amid party dynamics.
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Admiral Crowninshield
Bradford
Navy S Department
Navy
Bryan
Cleveland
Judge Parker
Nebraska
Changing Aims Reach Rural Farmers Through Media
The Topeka Journal notes three factors reshaping farmers lives: improved telegraph service, rural mail delivery, and daily newspapers. These changes, easing isolation from daily events, broaden farmer awareness and engagement, signaling a shift toward a more informed, connected rural class.
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Finany
Topeka Journal
Telene
Settlers Move Into South Dakota From Iowa and Wisconsin
A flood of settlers from Iowa and Wisconsin arrives in South Dakota pursuing land ownership begun by their fathers. They travel with stock and farming tools, starting anew as farming expands fast. The Dakota soil shows strong yields, and investment pays off in crops over recent years. Congressman Burke returns home to Pierre from Washington.
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South Dakota
Iowa
Wisconsin
Var
Dakota
Pierre honors congressman over public building grant
A large Pierre delegation and two brass bands greeted the congressman to thank him for securing a 170000 appropriation for a public building. Senator Cullom was reproved in the Senate for discussing public business in secret. a Jersey City preacher argues St Patrick was Baptist, not Catholic, baptizing converts as Baptists do.
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Pierre
Jersey City
N. J
St. Patrick
Baptist Church
Ireland
Church of Rome
Senate Debates Rule Change Proposal by Senator Allison
In the present senate session Senator Alison of Iowa presents a resolution to restrict debate and, if possible, limit it. He argues for faster dispatch of business and contends that one senator should not block the majority. The discussion reflects a push to end a long standing custom not aligned with the people’s progressive spirit.
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Cullom
Senate
Alison
Iowa
Allison
Joe
Cannon
Congress
Canton Leader Withholds Next South Dakota Governor’s Name
The Canton Leader still refuses to name the man it claims will be South Dakota’s next governor. It rejected suggested candidates Mayor Geo A Silsby and Hon Frank Crane, saying neither fit. After adjournment the editor vows to reveal the choice, keeping the public in suspense.
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Canton
South Dakota
Geo. A. Silsby
Frank Crane
Leader
Ten Greatest Men List From the Philadelphia Record
The Philadelphia Record notes Dr. J McSheen Catte lists Napoleon Shakespeare Mohammed Voltaire Eaton Aristotle Goethe Julius Caesar Luther Plato as the ten most eminent men based on selections from six encyclopedias. The method collected about six thousand names and ranked them by appearance in multiple dictionaries to yield the top ten and trailing names.
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J. McSheen Cattell
Napoleon
Shakespeare
Mohammed
Voltaire
Eaton
Aristotle
Goethe
Julius Cesar
Luther
Plato
Christ
Otho
Sertorius
Macpherson
Claudian
Domitian
Bugeaud
Shaving Among the Hindoo Widows and Hair Custom
An 19th century note describes Hindu hair customs with widows required to shave their heads under Brahmanical law. It details a single long lock left on the back, the ritual baldness, and the display of hair arranged in a coil with gold plating for the rich while the poor twist it with jeweled strands.
Emulsion claims cure for chronic weakness and appetite loss
An advertising slice extols Scott and Bowne Emulsion as a remedy for chronic illness and thin flesh, promising new strength and blood, with free dose offers. It pairs with a Newfoundland cod bank description and a curried spice roundup from Harper's, highlighting fish abundance, age, and origins, plus a note on Indian curry ingredients and preparation.
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Scott
Uninsured Treasures and Fire Precautions at Parliament
St James Gazette notes that while tradesmen’s shops may be insured, Britain’s Parliament and the British Museum lack insured value for their priceless holdings. They argue the cost of security is low compared to the potential loss and highlight the museum’s policy of no artificial light in its inner recesses.
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British Museum
Coram Street
St. James
Whitefield Pulpit Exhibited in New York City
A pulpit carried by George Whitefield two centuries ago during his preaching tours is reportedly on display in New York City. The exhibit recalls the famed evangelist's itinerant ministry and the crowds he attracted across the country.
Mitchell Printing hires Geo W Atkinson to canvass county
The Mitchell Printing Co. engages Geo W Atkinson to canvass the county for The Capital to gain new subscribers. Many newcomers have moved in recently and names will be sought. A liberal offer to non-subscribers appears on another page, promising the paper at no cost upon acceptance. Atkinson will start in the country this week.
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Mitchell Printing Co
Geo. W. Atkinson
Atkinson
Savings Bank Deposits Equal Triple National Debt
A bold comparison states that the deposits held by savings banks in the United States amount to three times the current national debt, highlighting a vast accumulation of private savings relative to public liabilities.
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United States
Phoenix Assurance Company financial statement 1903 South Dakota
The document reports total receipts 3 008 727 94 and expenditures 3 515 918 82 for the year, with premiums 6 008 73 and risks written 849 351 00. It includes officers salaries and commissions, taxes, printing, and other expenses. It confirms authority to transact fire insurance in South Dakota until December 31, 1903 and notes sworn statements by A D Irving, manager, and certification by H C Shober, Insurance Commissioner.
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U.S
Phoenix Assurane Co, Limited
London
Kingdom of Great Britain
South Dakota
Commissioner of Insurance
Ie Capital
U. S
Eee Ee Cas Ane Us
State OF New York
County OF New York
Ss. A. D. Irving
U. 98
Phoenix Assurance Co., Limited
United States
A.D. Irving
Notaria
O. Ruger
State OF South Dakota
Insurance Department
I. H.C. Shober
State of
Pierre
Department of Insurance
Great Britain
I. H. C. Shober
A. D
H. C., Shobar
Ansatince
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Washington
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Pearl St
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Swater
Labrador
India
Harper's
VNEW
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Tveseass
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Essex
H.C. Shober
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Sherwin-Williams Paints
L. O. Gale
Sorosis
Petticoats
A. T. McGovern & Sons
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