Attack on Burke Spurs La Follette Critique in La Follette Magazine
In a La Follette magazine critique Senator La Follette attacks Burke's campaign record, citing votes on the Roosevelt rate bill pure food bill and other measures. The piece contrasts Burke's actions with Lorimer's bribery scandal and notes political alliances and accusations of insincerity amid calls for reform.
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Charles H. Burke
South Dakota
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Utah Indian Reservation
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Postoffice Department
Washington
Lorimer
Illinois House
In Defense of Johnson Campaign Critique in Pierre Paper
The piece defends state treasurer George Johnson against insurgent attacks in 1908 1909. It details deposits from January to May 1909 and notes June July interest, arguing funds earned interest after depositary law passage and criticizes the state board of finance for delay.
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George Johnson
Neigh
State Board of Finance
Ballinger Vows To Continue Snake-Killing Campaign
Ballinger insists he will press on with his snake extermination push despite occasional snake bites, noting the dangers but affirming his commitment to the effort.
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It Is Sometimes Unsafe Even in Moais to Give Bribes
A cryptic note asserts bribery risks in Maoi contexts, warning of dangers when offering payments. It emphasizes caution around unethical exchanges in remote or historical settings.
South Dakota Boy Receives Harvard Lecturing Offer
Allan Young son of Col and Mrs S E Young of Plankinton SD has held the chair of political economy at Leland Stanford for three years. He has been invited to lecture at Harvard University next year and granted a one year leave with a $4000 salary. The 30 year old is praised for the honor from a top institution.
Prominent Dane Gilbert Thoreson Dies After Illness
Sioux Falls South Dakota reports the death of Gilbert Thoreson son of Dell Rapids township after a pneumonia battle. He was a well known Scandinavian figure in the county and previously served in the legislature as a senator with another senate bid this year.
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Armour Mayors Enjoined Over Retail Liquor Licenses
An injunction served on Armour Mayor C E Fleete and the city council bars them from issuing licenses to sell intoxicating liquors within Armour. The election gave wets a 17 vote edge, but drys found petition signers lacked land in the city. The case goes to circuit court in the city next Tuesday.
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