South Dakota Capitals Debate Shapes State Split
Major Edwards of the Fargo Argus laments the prospective division of the territory into two states North and South Dakota. The piece cites editors from across the state praising fraternal ties yet arguing over the capital location and the future balance of power among cities like Aberdeen Sioux Falls Mitchell Watertown and Vierre with Major Barrett casting doubt on Major Barrett’s data and suggesting voting for Piero.
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Fargo Argus
North
South Dakota
Argus
Cal
Sioux Falls
Goddard
Argus Leader
Wheelock
Mitchell Republican
Williamson
Plandreau Enterprise
Bowen
Kingsbury
Yankton Press
Dakotaian
Major Barrett
Aberdeen Republican
O'Neil
Volkmar
Milbank
Nash
Lincoln
Hackett
Parker
Ixelley
Woonsocket
Kanouse
Ditto
Twin States
Northwest
Aberdeen
Vierre
Chamberlain
Mitchell
Frank Wettigrew
Pettigrew
Watertown
Hex Mcintyre
McIntyre
Barrett
Piero
Real Hoodoo in South Dakota Prohibition Fight
The Yankton Press flags the key statehood contest as the prohibition issue. It notes indications show prohibition may hold a majority, yet asserts certainty is elusive as the decisive vote will come from a large business segment whose stance is uncertain and will reveal itself at the ballot box.
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Yankton
Statehood
South Dakota
Census debate sparks tariff clash in local papers
The Argus-Leader reports on a census potter and a rabid protectionist urging figures next year to avoid harming tariff theory. Alexandria Journal editor McCrone denies Democratic ties and questions Wheelock’s Ohio office pursuit while condemning partisan coverage.
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Argus-Leader
Potter
Pease
Robert P. Porter
Mitchell
Editor Hopp Chastises Preacher Politician On Election Day
Brookings Press editor Hopp openly rebuked a preacher politician during voting hours. The exchange escalated as he delivered a firm response, illustrating the editors patience worn thin by ongoing political tensions.
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Hopp
Brookings Press
Governor Mellette selects veteran trustees for Soldiers' Home
Gov Mellette names a board of trustees for the Soldiers Home. The appointees include J J Kleiner Pierre S F Mam mond Ashton A Bones Webster Lucas Chamberlain Wine Phultps Rapid City all described as veterans and practical business men.
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Mellette
Soldiers’ Home
J.J. Kleiner
Pierre
S. F. Mammond Ashton
A. Bones
Webster
Lucas
Chamberlain
Wine Phultps
Rapid City
Constitutional Delegates Split Across Turner and Spink Districts
Republicans in Turner and Spink counties each secured all three constitutional delegates. Some localities showed minority representation.
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Turner County
Spink County
Ex Gov Church Returns to Huron in Warm Exchange
Ex Governor Church is said to be happy in returning to Huron and the town responds with equal warmth. The visit signals strong ties between the former leader and the community as they greet each other with cordial remarks.
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Church
Huron
Jesus Betrayal and Trials in Gethsemane Lesson Study
Commentary on Mark 14 43 54 and Luke 22 48 from Lesson VIII Second Quarter International Series May 26 focusing on Jesus in Gethsemane Judas betrayal the arrest and Peter's denial. It reflects on suffering patience and faith for followers.
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D. M. Stearns
Mitchell's Boom Promises Steady Growth
Mitchell shows a solid foundation and staying power as a regional performer, less flashy than neighbors but likely to endure.
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Mitchell
Cabinet reshuffle to keep trusted officials in place
The proposal says only officers who receive general satisfaction in their current roles will move to positions where they can be relied on to perform well. It argues the change maintains stability while swapping in capable hands.
Sioux Falls correspondent toys with senate, state card houses
A Sioux Falls correspondent for the Minneapolis Journal jokes about creating senatorial and state political schemes only to dissipate them, showing a knack for playful commentary on political machinations.
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Sioux Falls
Minneapolis Journal
Death of Allen Thorndyke Rice editor and minister to Russia
The North American Review editor and Russia minister Allen Thorndyke Rice died at 36. His loss is noted as the removal of a bright young literary and political figure from public life.
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Allen Thorndyke Rice
The
North American Review
Russia
Ile
Three Doctors Arrested Over Death Autopsy Case
The case centers on Washington Irving Bishop. Three physicians are in custody for conducting an autopsy prior to death, raising questions about medical ethics and legality in a high profile death investigation.
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Washington Irving Bishop
Capital Location in South Dakota Debate Sparks Train Talk
The Argus Leader notes cap ital investment firms claim to dictate the state capital site by majority vote. It suggests the move may spur a superior passenger train link between Sioux Falls and Mitchell, though tying this to Sioux Falls remains puzzling.
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South Dakota
Sioux Falls
Mitchell
Murphy Named U S District Attorney for Dakota
J A C Murphy, long time assistant in the Dakota U S attorney's office, receives appointment to the district attorney post. He has served five years, handling most of the office's work, and is described as well qualified. His status as a holdover and Republican affiliation are noted.
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J. AC. Murphy
U.S
Dakota
Death Reaper Names Clarkson Among Postmasters
A satirical column notes many postmasters being dismissed as the sun shifts from east to west, with Death personified as Clarkson the reaper taking their places in a grim caricature.
Rift Between McKenzie and Slughes Halts Senate Bid
The Bismarck Settler reports a rupture between Alexander McKenzie and Alexander Slughes with McKenzie refusing to back Slughes for the U S Senate. McKenzie supports Gov. Pierce and most North Dakotans appear to follow suit.
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Sioux Falls
Bismarck
Alexander McKenzie
Alexander Slughes
United States
McKenzie
Pierce
North Dakota
Silence follows Harrison win claims in Indiana report
The Indianapolis Journal notes the shift to discreet silence after asserting that Harrison failed to carry his own county. It accuses county poorhouse inmates of voting for Cleveland, implying a contested, inflammatory interpretation of election returns.
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Indianapolis Journal
Harrison
Cleveland
Capital Investment company sway felt in Aberdeen hotels
Aberdeen last evening buzzed with Capital Investment Company talks founded in Woonsocket as local leaders from Armour, Woonsocket, White Lake and Ipswitch met at Alliance offices. South Dakota Investment Company officials also visited, both pursuing capital location with hints of strategic rounds if the two firms unite. observers warned of fierce competition and a fall struggle.
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Aberdeen
Capital Investment Company
Woonsocket
Alliance Company
Geo
W. D. James
Artesian City
South Dakota Investment Company
Redfield
New Chattel Mortgage Foreclosure Law Sets July 1 Start
The new chattel mortgage foreclosure law takes effect July 1 and requires procedures when property is seized. Provisions outline notice, sale, and rights of parties, impacting creditor actions and borrower protections as the statute shifts foreclosure timelines.
Public Chattel Mortgage Sale Notice Requirements
The text states that chattel mortgage sales are invalid and no title passes unless a sale notice is published in a newspaper of general circulation in the county at least ten days before the sale and the sale occurs between 12 p m and 2 p m. It requires listing mortgagor, mortgagee, current owner, mortgage date, amount due, and property description in exact mortgage language.
Drunkenness law described in Minnesota statute
Alexandria Herald reports Minnesota defines drunkenness as a crime. First offense carries a fine between ten and forty dollars or 10 to 40 days imprisonment. Second offense ranges from twenty to fifty dollars or 30 to 60 days in jail. Third or subsequent offenses carry 60 to 90 days imprisonment. The paper notes interest in the law’s results.
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Alexandria Herald
Minnesota
Series of Accidents in Chamberlain Area
A string of tragedies hits Chamberlain and nearby areas. A five year old boy of Chas E Wedmire near seven miles south died after a rattlesnake bite. A six year old boy died when lightning struck M Dorsey’s house five miles away. Earlier a little boy of Thos A Stevens died after inhaling gas from a crank gasoline lamp.
McEwen Abduction Case Ends in Marriage Twist
A Mason City report notes the 16th district case of Fred H. McEwen versus Clara J. McEwen concluded with the defendant Clara J. McEwen marrying Vern D. Cutler. The divorce was granted to Fred H. McEwen due to undue intimacy between Clara J. McEwen and Cutler.
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Mason City
Fred H. McEwen
Clara J. McEwen
Vern D. Cutler
Huron Vote Figures Questioned by Yankton Press
The Yankton Press reports confusion over Huron election results with no clear accuracy. Officials fear the true inwardness of the Huron vote may not be revealed.
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Yankton
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