Mitchell cashier vanishes after large railway funds theft
Jimm Brusselle, cashier at the Ottmaly railroad in Mitchell, reportedly mislaid over 500 dollars amid mounting debt from his wife’s illness. He sold household goods, left a $50 bill as a casual lure, and disappeared with the funds as bill collectors closed in. Bond coverage is expected to reimburse the loss. officials from the head office to audit the accounts.
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Finnies
Jin
Nepossaly
Mitchell* Jin
Farnbler
Aerk
Jim
Des Moines
Des Moeines
Brusselle
St John’s
Minn
Edward Glennon
I Columbus College
Chamberlain
Lewis Shuster
O. Je
Tiana County
William Badihie
Miewell
Aldne
Bateer Township
New Head
Wedsa
Parkston
Lovinger
J. N. Carlson
Redfield
Carlson
Laura Saul
W. H. McMasters
Yankton
Theatenmann
Ethan
McMasters
Milwaukee
Sioux City
Wreight
Wirehell
Dakota Wesleyan Academy
Kuren
Huron Academy
Spear
Pugh
Butler Lynn
Nerguson Stereton
Hela
Kotrba
Downey
Todnem
Wlinbure
Bunk
Weeteth
Benhler
Gardner
Wold
Couch II
VI. Wilds
Mary Smith
Wessington Springs
Time to Plant Bulbs in Washington D C
Experts from the U S department of agriculture urge planting tulips hyacinths and narcissus before the first frost for spring color. Plant in light rich soil a depth of about 6 inches with bulbs 4 to 6 inches apart for narcissus hyacinth and 8 to 10 inches apart for narcissus types.
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Washington, D. C
U.S. Department of Mericulture
Robber fatally shot by own gun in Racine
In Racine Wisconsin a hold up man confronted two citizens with a revolver. He was overpowered disarmed and as he fled was shot in the back by the weapon he had dropped by one of the men. He died in a hospital days later after refusing to reveal his identity.
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Racine
Wis
Cows Bring Big Prices at Millian Sale Near Farwell
The A. A. Millian sale near Farwell Tuesday drew strong bids with cattle prices topping at $115 for a red cow six years old and $102.50 for an eight year old round cow. Other bids included a black six year old at $90 a red heifer two years old at $80 and a red cow seven years old at $100 plus two two year old heifers at $70. Average price reached $92 per head with Judge Bros. acting as auctioneers.
Obituary Notice for Mrs Louise Turneaure
Mrs Louise Turneaure widow of W H Turneaure died October 26 1916 at Coroneado California after two weeks illness. Cause listed as Brights disease and pneumonia. Six children survive.
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Louise Turneaure
Hh, Turneaure
Mitchell
Orrell
Coroneado
Cal
Jrichi
Nooze Indians Create Enemy in Federal Indian Policy
The piece quotes the federal commissioner of Indian affairs praising prohibition in Indian country and recounts efforts against liquor trafficking. It highlights support from federal judges, local officials, and Congress, noting a $10,000 increase in appropriation and new laws expanding liquor controls as crucial to education, industrial progress, and the survival of the Indian race.
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Sioux City
Jiquer
Great Britain
Joseph WW. Choate
Indian Affairs
South Central Association Session Closed With Notable Attendance
The South Central Association of Congregational churches completed a productive meeting with strong attendance from Loomis and Wessington. Key speakers included Dr. A. W. Thrall and Rev. A. C. Miller, addressing Sunday School efficiency and ministerial concerns.
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South Central Association of Conprepational Churches
Durie
Loomis and
Wessington
Wf. Thrall
A.C. Milter
Congregational Churches
Riev
J. J. Reese
Mitcheil
Soth MacCarthy
Chamberlain
Wey
Jt J. Keller
Mitchell Baptist
Tiftee Orlock
J. Bh. Miller
Michell
Association
Lett P
Miss Jamison
Weloek
Young People's Inn
Mitchell Church
A. EE. Kitenecel
J. WW. Latham
Wosrineten
Panhem and Gonree
Mitelell
Lb. Welsey
Lyman County Payoff Over Ballot Expressions
A dispute in Lyman County centers on how to submit the two county division plans at the forthcoming election. The auditor plans separate ballots, prompting questions about voters' ability to clearly express their choice and concerns over possible compelled or double voting.
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Pierre
Lyman
Batlet
Vital statistics report shows higher deaths than infantile paralysis
State department records for July and August list three times as many deaths from y.p. infections as infantile paralysis with fifteen to five. Drownings, personal crises, and seven homicides appear. Enteritis leads with 48 deaths, tuberculosis 45, cancer 43. population gains and birth/death totals are noted. Marriages total 275 and divorces 649 amid the reporting period.
Sage Tea and Sulphur Hair Darkening Remedy
An old time at home formula claims Sage Tea and Sulphur darken gray hair, restore natural color, and make hair appear thicker and glossier. The ad promotes Wreth's Sage and Sulphur Compound as a ready to use preparation, noting no disease cure intended.
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Joantt
Wreth
German Actor Hero At Front Receives Fifteenth Iron Cross
Berlin reports Carl Clewing of the Royal theatre, now serving at the front, has earned his fifteenth Iron Cross decoration. He stands among Germanys most decorated actors, with only Ludwig Barnay and Sigmund Lautenburg said to have more. Most honors cited are for histrionic merit rather than battle deeds.
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Berlin
Germany
Carl Clewing
Royal Theatre
Ludwig Barnay
Sigmund Lautenburg
Federal aid road act rules govern highway plans
The article explains how the federal aid road act guides state highway projects. It details required project statements, funding shares, and regulatory steps administered by the secretary of agriculture. States must submit plans and obtain federal approval before construction funding.
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Cooperatia
Lotan Waller
Leche Uy Worls
Publ
Houston
Department of Agriculture
Secretary of Culture
California
Connecticut
Bend
Library News Highlights Child Reading and Gifts
Miss Edla Laurson reports that home reading among children rose last week and non fiction dominates 40 percent of total. Daily average reads 104. 23 youngsters attended Halloween story hour. Magazines gifted by Werbert W Witchcock and forest Jahiyson support the library. Recent purchases include Davis Old Athens and Finn Good Form for All, plus Mother Fortes by Matt Lindsey.
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Waa
Werbert
Witchcock
Forest Jahiyson
Davis
Florence Howe Finn
Sions
Rei
Mrargartt Lynn
Garland
Plaines
Mirkin
Pita
Matt Lindsey
Secretary Ensures Adequate Means for Provisional Expenditure
The secretary confirms adequate methods prior to bid acceptance and notes no deviations in construction. It states sufficient opportunity for the Office of Public Roads to send a representative if desired.
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Office of Public Roads
Plan to Dig a Huge Ditch in South Carolina
Arrangements completed for spring start on a massive drainage ditch draining 2.50 nerves of land across Lake and Moody counties. Estimated total cost 93 666 dollars. Ditch will empty into Bachelor creek in Moody. Project aims to boost crop productivity for farmers in the two counties. Construction to finish by end of next year.
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Madison
S. C
Lake and
Moody
Lake County
Bachelor Creek
Cnaim Tsui
Toy Sunie
Three Die In Auto Crash Near Minneapolis
An early dawn crash near Minneapolis killed G. Nelson and two others, with four more seriously injured. Victims include Nabel Siesiad, Ida Sigsiad, and Frederick Brandt of St Paul. Nelson survived briefly before being found in a semi conscious state. A widow, Ives Brandt, is listed among the survivors.
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Minneapolis
Mini
Nelsen
Meaneapolis
Ida Sigsiad
Monneapolis
Prederick Brandt
St. Paul
Nolin
Etisalat
Nelson
Ives Brandt
Relief Fund Exceeds Five Dollars For Armenian Relief
The Relief Fund has surpassed $533.05 with pledges expected to rise as more contributions are redeemed. Donations are sought through local banks this week, per Treasurer C. J. McGrew, with various individuals listed among donors and church baskets contributing.
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Mitewells
Mii Neonleas
C. J. McGrew
Iss
Geartsa Vics Ea
Leicester Robbins
Lillian Headley
Ethan
Baptist Se
Oak Ee
Cab Kobeh
Woonsocket Fire Destroys Local Hospital
The Woonsocket hospital in Woonsocket South Carolina was nearly destroyed by a fire early Wednesday. The head nurse was ill and no patients were present. Building and contents were mostly insured. Mayor J R Dalton pursued a liquor violator, securing evidence leading to arrest. A jail escape occurred with recapture within 24 hours. Predictions favor Hughes and Norbeck to carry Woonsocket and Sanborn County.
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Woonsocket
S. C
Woonsocket Hospital
J. R. Dalton
Hughes
Norbeck
Sanborn County
Skunk Deodorizing Dilemma Reaches School Boards
State education officials review a southern county report from Hughes County where teachers described two boys trapping skunks and arriving at school without proper deodorization. A later SOS request to relocate skunks under a school is noted as a safety concern requiring action.
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South
Pierre
S. D
Hughes County
Letters From Germany Claim British Seizure Delays
L G Well of Mitchell reports to The Republican office that three registered letters from a German cousin were sent but not received by him. The messages claim British authorities seized American mail and opened others, with one letter arriving after censor review. The German correspondent notes manpower and shortages but asserts U boats and policy hinder quicker war end.
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Herother Packaghs
United States
L. G. Well
Mitchell
Germany
Well
Kolberg
M. Well
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