Porto Rico tariff debate and Iowa reply covered in senate talk
The Porto Rico tariff bill draws senate amendments as Iowa's Lacey explains the need for local taxation and interim funding. He outlines three plans for revenue during transition, notes press focus on the tariff, and contrasts with Hawaiian local tax systems. Also reports Sioux City mayoral result, Admiral Dewey tour, and baseball spring training in the south.
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Senate
Lacey
Iowa
Porto Rico
Irlands
Congress
United States
Treasury
Littlefield
Richardson
House
United States Treasury
Hawaii
Mawaii
Fusionists Fretting Over Sioux Falls Mayoral Bid
Sioux Falls fusionists grow nervous as their mayoral candidate appears doomed. Senator Pettigrew had promised to aid but as reports say he will not return for the campaign due to the Republican victory outlook and a trip to Cuba lasting at least two weeks.
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Sioux Falls
Pettigrew
Washington
Cuba
Prosperity under parties shown by per capita circulation
A historical note argues prosperity favors republican administrations. It cites per capita circulation figures: under Cleveland from 1804 to 1805 it fell from 24.28 to 22.05, and to 21.60 in 1809. Under McKinley in 1897 it rose to 24.49 and in 1905 to 24.71, with 25.00 in 1899, claiming prosperity returns with the Republican rule.
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Cleveland
McWinley
Seesa
Bryan’s Possible Texas Move Stirs Newspaper Circles
Ivis reports that if William Jennings Bryan is defeated again he plans to move to Texas. The tone suggests Texas statesmen would not welcome his arrival, implying packing up might begin soon.
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Ivis
William Bryan
Texas
Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Rep Report Claims Large Campaign Sum Tied to Puerto Rico Bill
A Washington paper quoted a Republican House member saying the National Campaign Committee earmarked a vast sum for campaign purposes against trusts and tied the Puerto Rican tariff bill to the deal. Chairman Tanna denounced the claim as malicious and doubted any representative spoke such words.
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Washington
House of Representatives
National Campaign Committee
Tanna
Driving Park plans matinees and a big July meet in Mitchell
The Driving Park club in Mitchell schedules its first May matinee on May 2 limited to members with prizes as presents. A big July 3 and 4 meeting aims to attract crowds with large purses. Local racing talent from J M Wood, J K Smith, C W Johnston and Frank Williams boosts hopes for close races. There is talk of a national holiday celebration and a local promotion for ladies with cosmetic ads from Cole's Carbolic soap.
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Driving Park Association
Mitchell
J. M. Wood
J. K. Smith
C. W. Johnston
Frank Williams
Fred Klce
Parker
Driving Park Club
Prohibs Name A Ticket In Davison County
Davison county citizens were nom inated for state offices on the prohibition ticket at a state convention held in Huron. J Sykes Wilson of Badger township was named as a presidential elector. Geo H Grace principal of the city schools was named for superintendent of public instruction. Brookings native J Carlisle was the gubernatorial nominee with no attorney general nomination made. The platform backs morality questions tariff and money issues and direct vote for president and U S senators. The prohibitionists will endorse John L Pyle for attorney general.
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Davison County
Prohibition
Huron
J. Sykes Wilson
Badger Township
Geo. H. Grace
J. Carlisle
Brookings
United States
John Li. Pyle
Dakota University Notes Highlight March Term Start
The spring term opens Friday March 31 at Dakota University. Reports cover I. T. Underwood’s Sunday sermon, staff changes in the science department, visiting students, a new Penny Club, and revival work at Mt. Vernon. State officials and Y M C A delegates praise DU's religious activity, noting 105 male members and strong Bible study and missionary efforts.
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I. T. Underwood
M. E
Yankton
T. M. Pratt
Fulmer
Bruce McVay
Mr. Miller
Fred Smith
D. U
C. W. Williams
Williams
Mies Quigg
Mt. Vernon
I. K. Collins
D. A
Miss Swickard
Miss Lee
Miss Anderson
Miss Williams
Quigg
New Men's Debating Society
C. G. Paulson
L. Miller
W. Mallory
R. R. Robinson
The
State University
Agricultural College
Huron College
Yankton College
Dakota University
Dakota University Students Foster Mission Work and Y M C A
At Dakota University in Lake Geneva last year the college community supported missionary efforts with funds for India and future foreign service. The Y M C A and Y W C A groups held devotional and mission study meetings, with strong attendance and a growing library. The report notes $125 appropriated for the year to cover travel, missions donations, and incidental costs, while Dr. J Newton Hathaway advertises an electric belt in Sioux City Iowa.
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Lake Geneva
India
Dakota University
Department of Bible Study
Y.M.C. A
Christian Associations of
D. U
South Dakota
J. Newton Hathaway
M. D. Commercial Block
Sioux City
Iowa
Allen's Foot-Ease Promises Fast Foot Comfort
Allen's Foot-Ease powder cures painful smarting feet and growing toenails, eases tight shoes, and relieves sweating calluses and aching feet. A daily use offers instant relief. Sold by druggists and shoe stores, 25 cents by mail. trial package free from Allen S. Olmsted, Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Allen S. Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
Weather Summary for Week Ending March 29 1900
Observer Huyck presents a tabulated temperature statement for the week ending March 29 1900. Data lists daily readings, showing the pattern of daily highs and lows across the period.
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Huyck Hands
Agricultural Implements and Farm Machinery Catalog Displayed
A catalog listing farm equipment including Eclipse Stone Dodger sulky, Monitor Disc Harrow and spading harrows, Van Brunt grain drills, eleven foot seeders, Old Reliable Fuller Johnson corn planter, Aermotor wind mills, feed grinders, DeLaval cream separators, sewing machines, and an expanded harness room showing a broader selection than before.
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van Brunt
Superior
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Mitchell Capital
Admiral Dewey
South
Daily Papers
J. H. Ferris
Mitchell Printing Co
Prohibitionists
Uneeda
Jinjer Wayfer
Uneeda Biscuit
National Biscuit Company
the Gillis Shoe Co
Eclipse Stone Dodger
Fuller & Johnson
Tors
Imperial Bicycles
Agai
E. B. van Alstine
Corner Main and Railroad Sts
Yourn
Alex Dumas
J. E. Wells
Mitchell, S
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