The Solid South Crumbling in the Twentieth Century
The Minneapolis Journal argues the solid south is breaking apart as Northern viewpoints gain influence. It praises Virginia and Georgia voters who backed progressive ideas and Republican principles while noting Kentucky’s hesitation and a shifting political landscape. A miscast ballot on a divorce amendment muddled local elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Missouri
Maryland
West Virginia
Kentucky
Atlanta
Virginia
Georgia
Clark Howell
South
Republican Party
Tillman and Vardaman
Booker Washington
German Emperor Criticized by Reichstag and Berlin Press
A Berlin newspaper faces sharp rebuke as the Reichstag condemns the emperor over government questions. The piece recalls historic press freedom and compares it to American practices in political campaigning and civil service rules impacting a Seattle postmaster who was removed for soliciting campaign funds.
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Germany
Reichstag
Berlin
John Jones
Bill Brown
Civil Service
Seattle
Wash
George M. Stewart
Stewart
South Dakota Extends Residency Window For Divorce Actions
After a decisive vote on the amendment, South Dakota raises the outsider residency period to one year for filing divorce. Sioux Falls will be among the few towns notably affected by the change, as the state has long faced widespread publicity on the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Sioux Falls
Standard Oil Wins Second Battle Over $29 Million Fine
The United States Court of Appeals denied the government's rehearing plea, upholding the reversal of Judge Landis. It is reported that Attorney General Boneparte will seek Supreme Court review via writ of certiorari.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil Co
Landis
United States Court of Appeals
Boneparte
United States Supreme Court
Butte County Faces County Seat Battle and Long Rail Trips
Election judges in Butte County endure 650 mile rail journeys to Belle Fourche for ballot delivery. County seat fights flare with Geddes losing support while Wheeler remains remote, sparking calls for legislative action and possible county division. Governor Crawford issues Thanksgiving proclamation praising progress and spiritual values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte County
Belle Fourche
Lemmon
Johnson Faces Rival Democratic contenders for 1912 nomination
The piece notes Governor Johnson may not monopolize the 1912 Democratic race as Indiana’s Marshall and Ohio’s Harmon gain visibility by carrying states Taft won. It suggests Bryan’s influence, Tammany Hall’s likely role, and doubts Johnson can secure a win without addressing rivals and internal party dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Judge Taft
Marshall
Indiana
Harmon
Ohio
Friends of
Minnesota
Bryan
Tammany
Denver
Views of the Election and Economic Revival
Chicago Record-Herald and Kansas City Times report optimism after Taft’s election. Business sentiment improves across industries as confidence returns and large pending deals are expected to close. Analysts view Taft’s victory as signaling national leadership, stability, and a broader revival in commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Record-Herald
Tait
Board of Trade
Taft
Kansas City
Parallel Between Henry Clay and William Jennings Bryan
Kansas City Star notes James G Blaine called the Republican Henry Clay a perpetual candidate. It compares Clay's three defeats in 1824 1832 1844 to Bryan's political losses in 1896. The piece reflects on age differences 67 for Clay at defeat and 48 for Bryan and asks if the parallel holds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City Star
James G. Blaine
A. K. McClure
Henry Clay
W. J. Bryan
Clay
Bryan
J. Q. Adams
House of Representatives
Jackson
Polk
Ashland
Kentucky
A Democratic View on Taft Presidency
The St Louis Republic editorial argues Taft would lead without disturbance and urges him to assert independence from Roosevelt. It praises his intellect dignity experience and balance and calls for candor and firm possession of the presidency built on sturdy accomplishments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Republic
Mr. Taft
Taft
Roosevelt
Republican Recuperation in Taft Victory
The Inter Ocean cites Taft era triumph as the greatest for Republican principles showing recuperation after deep demoralization in major states. It notes victory over a united, confident opposition not seen in three prior national contests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Inter Ocean
Taft
Death of Judge H G Fuller in South Dakota State
Obituary notes the death of Judge H G Fuller in Pierre after a long career on the South Dakota Supreme Court. Born 1851 in New York, he built a storied legal life in Iowa and South Dakota, married twice, and raised eight children among four sons and four daughters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. G. Fuller
Pierre
State Supreme Court
Pierre Capital-Journal
Puller
South Dakota
Judge Fuller
Glenns Falls
N. Y
Maquoketa
Iowa
Eldora
Marie FE. Leonard
Union
Hardin County
Edmunds County
Fuller
Railroads to boost iron output after election delays
Idle mills in the east have started turning again as steel mills secure large orders with railroads for iron in the past week. Analysts expect next year to see a substantial increase in railroad iron laid across the country.
Izan to start daily Sioux Falls paper
George W. Izan plans to launch a daily newspaper in Sioux Falls to defend himself in the future. His friends in the city support with nearly enough funds to establish the plant. the Sioux Falls Press applauds Egan for backing the effort and keeping public support and finances strong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Izan
Sioux Falls
Egan
Opposition to Cannon Gains Momentum in Congress
The Cannon opposition is forming and the March session may see a shift. Iowa Congressman Smith emerges as a candidate representing a Republican faction unhappy with Cannon. Others in the House share the sentiment, making the Illinois statesman’s position seem more precarious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cannon
Congress
Joe
Smith
Iowa
Republican Party
Illinoiis
Auction sale by Johnson and Marshall at farm near Mitchell
In closing their partnership Johnson and Marshall will auction all stock and tools at Geo A Johnston’s farm two miles north of Mitchell. The sale includes milking cows and nearly 200 shoats and brood sows. Sale begins at 10 a.m. Friday November 20 1908 with one year credit.
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Johnson & Marshall
Geo. A.johnston
Mitchell
The Tactful Doctor
A Northern Michigan physician forgets names while writing a patient receipt. He asks a visitor to spell her name with an er, prompting a smile from the visitor who corrects him with My name is Hill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Hill
Community notes from Ethan area with visits and events
G P Grosz family moved to Parkston last week. Mrs M J Cathout and Mrs Joe Craig visited in Ethan. Albert and Paul Wocknitz returned from Canada. Bryants and Tobeys traveled to Mitchell. Dr Warne and Dr Howard were in town. J L Donahue and James Carlow visited Mitchell. M W A held a meeting for a large class initiation. Ladies Aid hosts Cob web Social on Friday Nov 13 at J W Tyler home. Charlie Tyler celebrated a birthday with local children.
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Ethan
G. P. Grosz
Parkston
M. J. Cathout
Joe Craig
Tulare
Albert
Paul Wocknitz
Canada
Bryant
Mitchell
Fred Tobey
Warne
Howard
J. L. Donahue
Mike Bracha
Wm. Craig
Father Brones
James Carlow
Ladies Aid
J. W. Tyler
Charlie Tyler
Riverside Social and Local News Roundup
Clarence Wallis visited relatives in Riverside as Geo. Conrad sold his Farwell farm and bought near the schoolhouse of Joseph Harker. Mrs. Delia Patterson and baby daughter visited relatives. Mrs. Nourse went to Mitchell for a week's stay. Andy Beller bought a gasoline engine in St Paul. Nina Ellsworth and Mrs. Witherby returned from Adrian. Church services held Sundays at 11. Rev. Stahl is pastor. Edith Corcoran and family from Mitchell visited A. E. Albee. Mill at stockyards repaired after July storm. Conrad entertained Farwell neighbors Sunday. Ellis Curtis called on W. L. Wallis. Wallis family hosted dinner, with his mother from Oelwein.
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Nina Ellsworth
Witherby
Adrian
Minn
Stahl
Edith Corcoran
Mitchell
A. E. Albee
Geo. Conrad
Farwell
Ellis Curtis
W. L. Wallis
Oelwein
ETHAN Note on Neighborhood Movements and Sales
Residents report moves and new housing in Mitchell linked activity. Tremaine Bracha and Loy McKeel return from Mitchell. Bracha and McKeel built a barn for George Fuller who moved from the farm. Arthur Drake travels to Nebraska. Scheich moves into new Main Street home. Drakees travel to Missouri. Mrs Tobey to Canada. household goods sale. Albert Schmidt plans spring building. Art Pierce house moved and improved for rent. Housing demand rises. Jud Annis sale yields strong horse prices. Ladies Aid meets at Mrs Ottman. parcel shower for Annie Coyne.
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Ehan
R. L. Tremaine
M. A. Bracha
Loy McKeel
Mitchell
McKeel
Bracha
George Fuller
Arthur Drake
Nebraska
Joseph Scheich
Main Street
C. F. Drake
Missouri
J. W. Tyler
W. B. Tobey
Canada
Albert Schmidt
A. C. Drake
Art Pierce
Wedding Bells Ring Again as Carpenters Rush to Finish
The text notes a marriage during Thanksgiving week to Mr. Peter Clark and describes carpenters rushing to complete jobs while plasterers work on the house of an unnamed Gunn. It ends with optimism for further weddings and better weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Clark
Wennie Gunn
Local items under Prosper note several movements
Prosper notes Mrs. Miller traveled to Washington Iowa for the winter. Farmers attended Jud Annis sale in Rome township. Miss Elizabeth Wilson left for Des Moines Iowa. Jake Miller, who has been out west on a claim, returned home.
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Miller
Washington
Towa
Rome Township
Elizabeth Wilson
Desmoines
Jake Miller
Toland School guarantees higher pay for low earners
Toland School promises to raise salaries for students earning under 75 per month. It claims more graduates are employed and earning higher incomes than all other South Dakota schools combined, with written job guarantees for those who excel. Free catalogue offer from Toland's School, Sioux Falls, S. D.
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Toland Business School
Toland
South Dakota
Tor
Sioux Falls
S. D
Great Live Stock Exposition Chicago
The Great Live Stock Exposition in Chicago runs November 28 to December 10 and will surpass prior shows in attractions. Northwestern Line offers Mitchell to Chicago round trip at 19.20 with sale dates November 29 30 December 1 2 7 8 and return by December 12 1998. Contact C B Wilt Mitchell SD for tickets and information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North-Western Line
Mitchell
Chicago
C. B. Wilt
S. D
Rich Without Money and Its Enduring Wealth
The passage urges valuing inner wealth over material fortune. It argues character, serenity, and unselfish service outlast disaster and death, offering true dignity beyond money. It questions why people chase wealth that can vanish in an instant while neglecting riches of manhood and culture. It ends with a prompt to act via a want ad.
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Fie Mitchell Capital
Crawford Hhus
Charles Mix
Geddes
Platte
Lake Andes
Als
Wheeler
Oliver
Hutchinson County
Doctor
Riverside
Jud Annis
Ladies Aid Society
J. W. Ottman
Robert Coyne
Annie Coyne
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Ting
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