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Two-Statehood and Delegate Campaign in Dakota
Advices from the country indicate the people s ticket scheme meets little favor this year farmers favor a straight party ticket. Mathews of Brookings County seeks GEORGE A MATHEWS for two statehood delegate to Congress with Sullivan of Aurora County for council 33 and Powell of Davison County with Greene of Brule for Representatives. The Ruralist backs Mathews while Cleveland appoints Boyle to Washington territory as associate justice. The Argus Leader backs Grigsby, and wheat prices rise with a bumper corn crop and Harrison near assured victory.
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Cleveland
Boyle
Pennsylvania
Washington Territory
Ben Harrison
Dakota
Democrats in Davison County Back Straight Ticket Push
In Davison County and the fifth district Republicans press for a straight ticket. Democrats announce a unified slate confident of victory and expect to elect a large portion. The straight issue is seen as central to the contest.
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Davison County
Fifth
Gratz Testifies on Cotton Bag Trust Origin
Mr Gratz of St Louis heads a western branch of the cotton bag trust and told the senate tariff sub committee that the Mills bill created the organization and without it the trust would not exist. He said the manufacturers united to preserve mills and machinery amid tariff pressures.
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Washington
Gratz
St. Louis
Cotton Bag Trust
Senate
Dakota board to host farmers institutes at Mitchell fair
The Dakota district No 1 board of agriculture plans morning farmers institutes during the Mitchell fair with top talent from Wisconsin and Iowa. They may feature occasional livestock judge lectures using exhibited animals as illustrations, led by President Bliss, hoping exhibitors back the plan as beneficial to the public. The note also criticizes city papers for cash in advance subscriptions and misaligned rural notices.
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Dakota Board of Agriculture
Mitchell
Wisconsin
Iowa
Bliss
Edgerton Faces Bias in Watertown Convention
A Wieness Press review accuses South Dakota judges and politicians of switching sides for bandwagon gain during the Watertown convention. It defends Judge Edgerton and Davison county, criticizes Pioneer-Press Lakota coverage, and calls for fair treatment of Edgerton Moody Kanouse King Campbell and others.
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Edgerton
South Dakota
Central Dakota
Beadle
Mathews
Capitol Commission
Yankton
Campbell
Wieness
Watertown
Gifford
Davison
Davison County
Heali
Pioneer- Press
South
Judge Edgerton
Moody
Kanouse
King
Pioneer Press
Mathews defended over capital commission record in Argus Leader clash
In a heated exchange, Wheelock of the Mitchell Republican defends Mathews against charges tied to the capital commission. The Argus Leader and Mathews’ supporters dispute motives behind endorsements and party loyalty, noting Mathews’ prior council leadership and voter backing.
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Rgus
Wheelock
Mitchell Republican
Capital Commission
Mathew
Mathews
Dakota fifth district republican ticket printed for November victory
The article extols a Republican slate for the fifth legislative district and urges a large party majority in November. It argues Dakota’s push for statehood and condemns the Democratic party, governance by an imported governor, and the last legislature, claiming legislators will defend community rights against rapacity.
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Dakota
Fifth Legislative
Republica
Friends of Statehood
Congress
East
Democratic Party
Northwest
Vote for Harden for congress despite flaws and bombast
The Canton article condemns Major General Harden as unfit for Congress, listing a string of disparaging motives and insinuations. It argues he lacks merit, hints at political manipulation, and urges voters to reject him, labeling him a nonentity used as bait for diverse groups.
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the News of
Canton
Harden
Congress
Jay Gould
Iarden
Antichurch Democrats win Minnehaha county convention
The anti-Church Democrats captured the county convention in Minnehaha and selected a legislative delegation that could hinder the ambitions of Goddard of the Argus Leader to join the council.
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Minnehaha
Brother Goddard
Argus
Southeastern Dakota Reports Show Big Corn Crop Prospects
Reports from across southeastern Dakota indicate a rapidly ripening and very large corn harvest. Observers note wheat prices rising due to shortages in the eastern States and Europe, signaling a broader supply squeeze rather than a mere market fluctuation.
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Dakota
All About Diamonds
The Minneapolis Journal article titled All About Diamonds discusses diamond topics but omits any mention of the central Dakota brand recently found at Water town. The piece focuses on general diamond knowledge without noting the Water town discovery.
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Minneapolis Journal
Central Dakota
Watertown
Major Edwards Face Trial in Legislature Test
If his opponents think him dangerous they should send him to the next legislature where he would seize every chance for corruption. If he is truly a disinterested statesman he promised reforms and his constituents will deserve the thanks of Dakota citizens. Give the Major a trial. It will make or break him.
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Edwards
Dakota
Watertown Ambition Highlighted by Gen Ward’s Campaign Role
In Watertown Gen Ward of Grand Forks emerges as a dark horse candidate praised for his floor presence and speaking polish. As South Dakota forces face pressure, backers consider him a rallying figure whose Jamestown convention performance impressed divisionists. Ward is slated to speak during the campaign.
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Watertown
Gen. Ward
Grand Forks
South Dakota
Ward
Democrats and Republicans push for separate conventions
The county and district Democrats plan separate conventions and seek collaboration with certain candidates. The text stresses that this year demands straight Republican success and calls for perfect township organization and tireless effort through to Election Day.
Dakota district No 1 to hire expert livestock judges
The Dakota board of agriculture district No 1 will employ expert judges in livestock departments. The action is praised because exhibitors with good animals will be credited for their merits and dishonest methods in competitions will be deterred. An expert judge, being paid as such, should perform duties carefully and honestly.
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Dakota Board of Agriculture
Mitchell South Dakota Fair Exposition Effort Urged
Less than six months remain to prepare for the Mitchell Davison County fair which aims to excel past predecessors. The board of directors pledges full effort and expense and urges citizen support, with local committees to arrange entertainment decor and exhibits for thousands of visitors.
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South Dakota
Mitchell
Davison County
Dakota Statehood Debate Fears Two-State Division Risk
The article argues that strong Republican turnout across all Dakota counties is essential this fall to influence whether Dakota enters the Union as one or two states. A reduced Republican majority could be cited in Congress as a reason to deny Dakota its right to two states, leaving the choice as one state or none.
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Dakota
Delegate Gifford leaves for Washington after election
Delegate Gifford departed Tuesday night for Washington to resume congressional duties or new tasks from constituents. He spoke to an Elk Point rally Monday, signaling continued support for Dakota focused legislation. He has pushed nine bills for Dakota, with remaining aims including division and admission bills and a bond limit expansion for Dakota cities. He is praised as honest faithful and indefatigable in pension land and other services for Dakota.
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Gifford
Washington
Judge Gifford
Elk Point
Iie
Dakota
Pension
Congress
Senate critic airs grievance on civil service foes
Senator West lamented the civil service feature of the current administration in a speech and warned that if Grover Cleveland loses it will be due to the party adherents he has kept in office. He suggested Cleveland’s defeat would be secured by democrats he appointed.
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West
Grover Cleveland
Missouri
Cleveland
Prohibition party resources rely on Fisk over Brooks says Vio neer Press
The Vio neer Press reports that Dr. Brooks does little real work for the prohibition party and spends most of his time denying ever glorifying rebellion. The campaign then hinges on Gen. Fisk, who reportedly fears harming Cleveland's chances if he acts.
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Vioneer Press
Brooks
Prohibition Party
Gen. Fisk
Cleveland
Butler's Return To Republican Aid Stirs Debate
The St. Paul Globe questions Republican uproar over Ben Butler rejoining the party. The piece notes Butler's 1884 candidacy was a sideshow to Blaine, yet asserts his votes in New York City and Brooklyn helped Grover Cleveland win.
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St. Paul
Ben Butler
Blaine
Ben
New York City
Brooklyn
Grover Cleveland
Hatelline Bell Seeks Legislation Seat in Sioux Falls
A bid by Hatelline Bell to enter the legislature shifts to the Sioux Falls district for consideration. The suggestion was respectfully referred to the district by the reviewing body.
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Hatelline Bell
Palmer
Sioux Falls
Big Republican Vote Shapes Territorial Representation
A strong GOP showing in the county and district could boost representation in territorial affairs, signaling heightened influence for party and regional interests within governing bodies.
Treasury balance and reduced tax levy in Yankton County
Yankton County reports a treasury balance of 16000 dollars and a tax levy reduced by three mills, reflecting adjustments in fiscal policy. The information indicates ongoing efforts to manage public finances while maintaining service levels.
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Yankton County
Crops of Southeast Dakota Best in Territory
Crops in southeastern Dakota outpace all other parts of the territory, marking the region as the leading agricultural area. The statement highlights superior yields and extensive harvesting across farms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southeastern
Dakota
Territory
Sioux City's corn palace opens on the 24th
Sioux City's Corn Palace opens on the 24th with a grand exhibit promised. Indians sign the Sioux agreement slowly but steadily as events unfold this season.
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Sioux City
Advocate Dakota Admission by State Conventions
The Argus argues for a two state solution by authorizing state constitutional conventions for North and South Dakota. Conventions draft constitutions, elections are held for state officers, congressmen and legislators, then legislatures elected senators join with governors to seek admission. The plan hinges on public support and proper legal steps.
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Parge Argus
South Dakota
Mathews
Harrison
the Argus
North
Washington
Dakota
Blaine critiques third party in Maine speech
Farmington Maine September 4 James G Blaine addressed a crowd mainly on tariff and prohibition He argues Maine has benefited from prohibition but warns a new party aims to join with Democrats to undermine Republicans He defends temperance reform and urges Republicans not to waver.
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Farmington
James G. Blain
Maine
Texas
David B. Hill
New York
Republican Party
Reservation Prospects at Crow Creek and Brule Agencies
The Crow Creek agency reports 110 Indians signed for opening and received certificates, none opposed. About 175 Indians have not signed, and Indian agent Anderson expects Brule agency to show high participation. Commissioners aim to secure the required number of signers and plan to return to previously visited agencies.
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Chamberlain
Crow Creek Agency
Brule
Crow Creek
Anderson
Republican Platform for North and South Dakota Union
The convention denounces federal Democratic rule as tyrannical and proclaims support for admission of Dakota as states. It condemns the territorial governor, welcomes General Harrison and Levi P. Morton, urges fair rates, anti monopoly policies, revised taxation and usury laws, tariff reform, equality for workers, and veteran protection, while endorsing local option to end saloon influence.
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North and
South Dakota
Washington
Ireland
Republic
Union of States
Ltarrison
Dakota
Levi P. Morton
New States
Union
United States
Congress
North Dakota
Northwest
Ninoth
National Democratic Party
South
Confederacy
Foreign Service
Chicago
Republican Central Committee Members Listed by District
A long ledger of names appears as Republican Central Committee members organized by district. The roster includes Harrison Allen of Cass, George K. Farmer of Miner, P. J. McCumber of Richland, W. M. Smith of Aurora, and many others such as C. M. Harrison Beadle J. McCoy Brown J. Haggart Cass Budd Codington Alex Hughes Burleigh Kt Wallace Stutsman Fred Snorr Benson C. W. Stafford Day A. Dodge Grant C. Stoward Spink J. McManima Inghes EB. Y. Sarles Trail John M. Gennett Barnes Hi. W. Coe Morton P. J. McLaughlin Grand Forks John A. Percival Ramsey John L. Turner Bon Homme T. F. Mentzer Davison D. W. Driscoll Walsh L. E. Booker Pembina E. A. Sherman Minnehaha Seth Bullock Lawrence Kirk G. Phillips Lawrence A. J. Pruitt Potter FP. A. Sebring Eddy William G. Lockhart Dickey William T. Coach Pennington A. O. Ringsrud Union J. I. Baldwin Hand Frank Parsons Hamlin Jacob Hager Bottineau P. Mellugh Cavalier A. W. Howard Yankton.
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Harrison Allen
Cass
George K. Farmer
Miner
P. J. McCumber
Richland
W. M. Smith
Aurora
C. M. Harrison
Beadle
C. LT. McCoy
Brown
J. E. Haggart
Bi. Budd
Codington
Alex Hughes
Burleigh
Kt. E. Wallace
Stutsman
Fred Snorr
Benson
C. W. Stafford
Day
BB. A. Dodge
Grant
C. T. Stoward
Spink
Bottineau
P. Mellugh
Cavalier
A. W. Howard
Yankton
Davison County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
County board met September 8 1888 approving levies for 1885 taxes and approving contracts and road work. Financial motions include bridge work grading and miscellaneous bills, with adjournment to 1 pm and reconvening at 10 am.
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Board of County Commissioners
W. W. Gardner
John Cook
J. G. Malmsberry
H. McCormick
L. W. Adams
Territorial
Mitchell Township
Lions of the Times on farm prosperity and railcar demand
The article notes rising farmer prosperity in Mitchell with eight refrigerator cars needed for butter and eggs this year, up from three. Freight business is growing along the line, and railroads may be strained when wheat moves. Businessmen expect further wheat price gains.
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Mitchell
Merchants Brace for Unprecedented Postholiday Trade
AGI L connects with merchants who anticipate strong business from now through after the holidays as stockpiling begins and customers flood stores. The note highlights a buoyant outlook for the season and urgency to meet demand.
Pleasant Ridge notes of social events and school openings
In Pleasant Ridge Mrs Wright hosted a tea party August 31 with over seventy attendees and music by Carlota Moyer. The Pleasant Ridge day school opened September 3 led by Carlota Moyer, with several families starting or expanding local schools and threshing ongoing. Farmers report cane, broom corn, and field corn growing well as W Griffith harvests broom corn.
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Carlota Moyer
Wright
Transon County
Pleasant Ridge
Leslie A. Pine
Charles Wright
Vane Green
Payette
Iowa
A. J. Annis
W. Griffith
A. Nabinger
Willie
Jim River
Capital Possibilities in South Dakota Politics
The Argus notes that Spink County eyes division while Mitchell, Pierre, and Huron shape the two state movement. Huron’s blunder and Campbell’s defeat in his own county deal a severe blow, as Aberdeen gains political leverage from the setback.
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Ashton
Spink County
Argus
Mitchell
Huron
Pierre
Aberdeen
Campbell
Mitchell fair access questioned by reporters
Let Us Hope Not. Kimball Graphic wonders if newspaper men must “whack up” to enter the grand stand at the Mitchell fair again this year, probing whether access restrictions will be enforced as in prior seasons.
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Kimball Graphic
Davison County Republican Nomination Announces Candidacy
D G Wrst announces candidacy for county attorney subject to Davison County Republican convention action.
Morse declares candidacy for Davison county register
B Morse of Prosper Townsair announces his candidacy for the office of register of deeds for Davison county South Dakota subject to the decision of the republican county convention dated August 28 1888.
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Ihereby
For Rent Notice From Spencer House in Dakota
For Rent. From Sept 14 1888 the Spencer house at Spencer Dakota. Enquire of C Amoades P O Box 474 Mitchell Dak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer
Dakota
C. Amoades
P.O
Mitchell, Dak
Money to loan for city property and brick blocks
Davison Bros. and Seaman advertise loans on city property with special low rates for long terms on brick or stone business blocks. The ad also promotes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children, claiming it relieves pain and cures dysentery, diarrhea, griping, and wind-cold with a 25 cent bottle, endorsed by a leading nurse and physician.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davison Bros. & Seaman
Shilohs Cure promoved by S. H Scallin remedies
Shilohs Ca larrha remedy offers relief for catarrh diphtheria and canker mouth while Shilohs Vitalizer is marketed as a cure for indigestion constipation dizziness and loss of appetite The ad promotes immediate relief from coughing with Shilohs Cure priced at 10 cents 50 cents and 1 dollar sold by S H Scallin
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S. H Scallin
Shiloh
S. H. Scallin
Farm loan offers from Davison Bros and Seaman
Davison Bros. and Seaman advertise they always have money on hand to loan on improved farms at low interest. Call and see them if you want a loan.
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Davison Bros. & Seaman
Castoria Baby Remedy Slogan Recount
An old ad jingle recalls Castoria as the remedy used through stages of a child’s life from infancy to motherhood and beyond highlighting a trusted product for generations.
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Castoria
Miss
Castoris
Copy for the Editor in Pencil Copy Debate
The Writer notes editors dislike pencil copy for readability and desk workflow. It urges using pen and ink, citing newspaper paper as unsuitable for anything but paper, with size limits. It argues neat, legible copy aids handling, while uncertain markets benefit from cleaner presentation.
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the Mitchell Printing CO
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Hetadete Rest shanOe E Club
Harrison and
Morton
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George A. Mathews
Brookings County
Council
U. Sullivan
Aurora County
D. M. Powell
J. M. Greene
Brule County
Dakota Ruralist
Exspeaker Crose
House of Representatives
Ruralist
Alliance
Grigsby
Eudora
Kansas
Republican
Argus- Leader
Europe
the Republican Platform
Republican Central Committee
J. J. Mohr
West Side
M Peck
Geof Clark
Dr. Daniels
A. M. Bowdle
James J
Adams
Hanson County
Annmberonan
IL McCormick
Fullertenders
Samuel T. Green
Dakota Bell Publishing Company
Warrant Books
W. McKinley
RL Robinson
O O Stanchfield
O Walace
Sen Pru Dea
T He Perry
N. L. Bras County
Saby
HS Levey
Marvins
East Side
Jas. Poster
J. II
Perry Township
James River
ASP Latners Lee
County Board
W W Gardner
Ela
EC Malmsberry
Meerreeren Ieee
TL McCormick
Si McCormick
Lions of the Times
D.G. Wrst
Farmoans
Prina
Nt Jaro
Erst
Cere
Druj
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