Democratic county convention names ticket and officers
A county Democratic convention opened at 2 p m with Ss Eh Goongkountz in charge. D W Collins and J H W Field were named chair and secretary. Credentials and resolutions committees reported endorsing national and state platforms. The ticket includes M J Dougherty for Sheriff Jacob Koch Auditor Jack Althen Jr Clerk of Courts H C Greene County Judge S Jolson States Attorney Wm M Herbert Coroner Dr A Y W Daniels Surveyor Israel Greene and Second District Commissioner Newell Blackman. State level offices were left to the executive committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ss. Eh. Goongkountz
DD. W. Collins
J. HW. Field
St. Paul Globe
Young
Kke
Wdeeds
M. J. Doueh
Ertiy
Jacob Koch
Jack Althen, Jr
Central Committee Named to Lead County Campaign
Democrats appointed a county central committee to direct the campaign for the coming year. After the convention delegates selected the slate and D. W. Collins was chosen as chairman. It remains unclear whether remaining vacancies on the ticket will be filled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Wima
Craig
Perry
Tobin
John Hohn
Baker
Karl Knappe
Mitchell
Jacob Willkomm
Qdb
Collins
L. C
Wanted Seed Got a Squash Mrs J Moore Receives Seed
Mrs Moore admired the Lincoln county exhibit squash and asked for seed. M Gerber of Lennox shipped a whole squash by freight with a note offering seed to friends and praising Mitchell as a capital friendly to Lincoln county folks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Moore
Lincoln County
Cori Palace
M. Gerver
Moore
Mitchell
Head About to Burst From Severe Bilious Attack
Mr J W Smith of Juliff Texas says a free sample of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets cured his severe bilious attack. He took a dose after supper and the next day felt like a new man. The tablets are promoted for biliousness stomach trouble and constipation at 25 cents and available from all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
J. W. Smith
Juliff
Texas
Swiss watch with phonograph hour plate
A new Swiss watch uses a tiny hard rubber phonograph plate to announce the hour loudly enough to be heard from twenty feet away. The recording can include tones of a dear friend or family members to add sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Mitchell supporters recount Pierre visit and capital move
A traveler and several locals describe a Sunday trip to Pierre the temporary state capital. They note large crowds and free transport by the railroad, criticize Mitchell for seeking the capital, and praise Mitchell for development without state aid while urging a vote to keep the capital in Mitchell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre
Scotty Phillipps
Buffalo Ranch
Pwentlemian
J. D. Lockhart
Mitchell
Lockhart
Pierre Bribe Goes Up a Jackpot in Kimball Poker Caps
In a quiet Kimball poker game a Pierre heeler tossed a 1000 mile Northwestern mileage book into a jackpot. The book now sits in a Mitchell man’s private drawer as railroad bribe chatter grows. If Pierre pushes continue, Mitchell boys may secure costly rides at Northwestern’s expense before Christmas.
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Kimball
Pierre Heeler
Northwestern
Mitchell
Pierre
Holteran Piano Contest Vote Reveals Top Entrants
The Holteran piano contest results show AVP tae Ura Vistar as a leading entry with 4081 Dakota University listed among participants. Other notable entries include 2956 TASSes and 71 NeWPERA with several church and civic groups also represented.
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Holteran
Holy Family Church
Dakota University
Tonor
Rogqen Entrees
Eyres Crimitcleservietts
Mitchell Fire Department
Episcopal Church
Baptist Church
eAong Han
Sailva Glonma
Pythias
Lady Maccabees
Deepest Mourning at Party Revealed by Elderly Woman
Nashville Banner reports a recollection from an old colored woman detailing a party scene. She names Willie Billie Nez Kate and the Wid der Jones as attendees while noting the widow mourned loudly after her husband had died.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jenny
Wellum
Duar
Billie
Kate
Blotting Paper Early Desk Convenience Traced to Dusting Sand
The article notes blotting paper dates to 10th century practice with fine brown paper used to prevent blotting when ink dried. It cites Townsett's Preparative to Pleading and a Chicago antiquary describing silver sand kept in a perforated cruet sifted onto wet ink. The sand remained white and reusable without staining.
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Chicago Antiquary
Battle Standards From Bible Times and Ancient Fields
The article traces battle standards from 1490 B C citing Numbers 11 2 where Israelites pitch by their standard. It notes flags and banners used to direct troops across civilizations from early Roman straw symbols to animal emblems and eagles, tied to national honor and trophies of victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Israel
Aaron
Boots and Spurs Shaped to the Fore Sole in 1630 Ratisbon
A manuscript account from 1630 during Gustavus Adolphus's invasion notes Hungarian cavalry wearing spurs fixed on the boot sole rather than the heel. The description, deemed difficult to credit, suggests spurs projected from the fore part of the military boot. The text also claims painted manes tails and feet for Hungarian horses.
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Ratisbon
Ferdinand II
Gustavus Adolphus
Sweden
Germany
Frederick von Baumer
Origin of Dutch guilds in drinking brotherhoods
An authority argues that Dutch guilds originated from drinking guilds. These drink brethren existed from ancient times until late 16th century when their excesses led to suppression. The idea is that working men who drank together formed the primitive club that evolved into the guild.
Hose of Olden Time Described as Nether Stocks
The article notes that in ancient times hose were long and reached to the waist with pockets on the sides. During Tudor and Stuart eras variety in material and color was vast, and for the wealthy hose were richly trimmed and costly, earning the name nether stocks.
New Orleans Vimes-Democrat Letter Sparks Debate
A provocative exchange from the New Orleans Vimes-Democrat features a critic and a writer clashing over candid opinions of verses. The dialogue suggests tension between criticism and reception, highlighting the stubbornness of both parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Vimes-Democrat
Singular and Plural Barber Banter Cited
A Philadelphia press quip notes changing barber chatter about hair as a man grows bald then fuller again. The joke highlights shifting perceptions of hair growth and loss with humor.
Notice of License Application in Mitchell South Dakota
Notice releases that R. vs. Martin filed an application for a permit to sell intoxicating liquors at retail at Lot 11 Block 18 original plat First ward Mitchell Dav ison County South Dakota. City Council will hear on October 2 194 at 3 o clock p m at Council Rooms any objections. J G Markam City Auditor dated September 26 1904
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Vs. Martin
Mitchell
County of
Davison
South Dakota
S. D
J. G. Markam
Notice of Election in Davison County Precincts
Election set for Tuesday in November at multiple precincts across Davison County including Perry Badger Blendon Mt Vernon Beulah Mitchell Kasper Lisbon Union and Rome townships plus Mitchell city wards. Voters choose presidential electors representatives governor and state officials with constitutional amendments on the ballot. Polls open 8 am to 5 pm. Dated October 5 1904. County Auditor D Stearns.
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Davison
Perry Township
Badger Township
Blendon Township
Mt Vernon
Mt. Vernon
Beulah
Mitchell Township
Kasper Township
Lisbon
Union
Baker Vownship
Tobin Township
Rome Township
City of Mitchell
John Roths Plumbing
Winsor & Hager’s
John Colvins
Crow's
Mitchell
Congress
Supreme Court
D. Stearns
Montane Standard Mining Company Assessment Notice
Trustees levy one quarter of one cent per share on capital stock payable by September 15, 1904. Delinquent stocks on September 11, 1904 will be offered at public sale October 20, 1904. Secretary W H Lindsay 106 West Granite St Butte Montana. Extended notice records reset to October 15, 1904 and sale to November 16, 1904 if unpaid.
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State of
South Dakota
Davison County
Oultice
Mitchell
S. D
Haynes
School House
Tosenquist & Sheeder
Drake
Soultawese
Ob Sl
South East
Northrey
Torough
Wong
Sud Wagon Road
Stud Quarter
UDF
Butte
Montana
IMM
W. H. Lindsay
West Frranite Street
W. J. Lindsay
Granite Street
W. H. Linbdsay
Rranite
Proposed Amendment to South Dakota Constitution Seat of Government
The Fighth Legislature proposes a constitutional amendment to Article Twenty to move the permanent seat of government to Mitchell Davison County. The amendment would be self executing from December 15 1904 and voted on at the November 1904 general election with Yes or No options. Dated Pierre August AD 1904 Secretary of State D C Berg.
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South Dakota
Pierre
Senate
State of
House of Representatives
Mitchell
Davison
A.D
D. C. Berg
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Ell
Preas
Beast
Thortheast
Nidit Norheast
Mupchels
He Awler
John Lawler
Rowley
University Adutt
Spangler and
Swindler Ae
Burr
Ouley
Guernsey
D. Scott
Vernon
Applegate
Foss
Mizener
Hager
West
Patman
Johnston
Peases
Warner's
Sevhan
Scott
Montane Standard Mining Company
Montana Standard Mining Company
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