Tarif trouble threatens to beg down at Washington
The article notes tariff disputes in Washington with Republicans anxious over potential third party actions. It predicts no Wheat advance, reports hog prices rising, and discusses South Dakota products gaining value as markets open. It ties repeal of the 10 percent state bank tax to support from southern Democrats for repealing the silver purchase law, linking to Cleveland’s platform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarif
Washington
South Dakota
Cleveland
Brother Wheelock and the old syllogism in local discourse
A fragmentary Argus-Leader passage critiques applying a syllogism to current events. It notes the town faces a hard time, a reaction is expected, and Mitchell may reap benefits as summer business patterns continue despite uncertainty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brother Wheelock
Republic
Ted
Mitchell
Republican blast and pension reform contrast at Plankinton
The Plankinton Herald discusses Republicans loudly criticizing Democratic rule while noting no Democratic legislation yet. It cites President Cleveland and Pension Commissioner Lochren, with Corporal Tanner challenged by Secretary Hoke Smith as pension decisions shift toward stricter standards. It argues veterans will face harsher scrutiny before proving innocence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plankinton
Democratic Times
Cleveland
Lochren
Corporal Tanner
Hoke Smith
Democratic promises promise prosperity after repeal
The Huron Herald-Democrat prints pro Democratic predictions claiming repeal of a bad Republican law will restore confidence and trigger a prosperous era under Grover Cleveland. It argues Democratic governance offers economic revival and urges credit for the prophets if forecasts come true.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huron
France Limits Silver Coinage Citing Parity Measures
The Republican cites France as a flawed bi metallic model noting it keeps silver at par with gold by restricting coinage. The Gazette financial editor argues France buys no more silver now, citing $15 per capita money and a shrinking population while the U S population grows rapidly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Brance
Free Coinage Debate and State Fund Scrutiny
The article argues for limited silver coinage and questions per capita wealth comparisons with France. It highlights Auditor Hipple gaining attention over financial bills and cites Attorney General Crawford on directing student incidental funds to the state treasury, noting past mismanagement and a push for stricter public fund controls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hipple
Parkston
Crawford
Freudenfeld
Ex-President Harrison Addresses Veterans in Indianapolis
Ex-President Harrison spoke Monday to about 50 soldiers in Indianapolis urging proper care for war veterans and favorable interpretation of laws aiding them. He urged lawful administration to protect veterans’ integrity and honor from harsh treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
Indianapolis
Grand Army
Congress
Democrats criticize Cleveland and react to Wilson bill debate
A Dubuque editorial argues the president should thank Republicans for backing free coinage in the Wilson bill and urges deferring to Republican supporters on federal patronage. It notes the unusual position of a Democratic president needing Republicans and questions party unity while reporting county business and a Madison Sentinel jab at a Mississippi appointee.
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Dubuque Telegraph
Dem
House
Senate
Col. Henderson
Cleveland
Ventleman
Dubuque
Congress
Judge K Wae Denies Candidacy While Reform Push Lingers
Yankton Sept 3 Judge Kellen Wae sought supporters for re nomination saying he would not run for the supreme bench. Rumors tied Judge Smith of Yankton to a future nomination but he stated he would not resign his stance before the convention. County commissioners approved a steam heating contract with E G Ledyard and arranged a 3900 warrant for October to cover boiler costs and related expenses. The L W Lewis farm lease was renewed for two years to operate with the poor farm.
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Sioux Falls
County General Fund
Judge Smith
Yankton
Kellen
Bar
Supreme Bench
Perris
E G. Ledyard
Mohr
L. W. Lewis
Threshing Outfit Fire Destroys Wheat in West Town
A De Witt threshing crew on Abe Reitzel’s farm six miles west of town suffered a major blaze when sparks ignited a stack near the engine. The separator and 175 bushels of wheat burned, along with a binder and small buildings. Loss on the separator set at $800 with total losses exceeding $21,000.
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de Witt
Abe Reitzel
Reitzel
W C T U Convention Set For Huron In May
Mrs Emma Cranmer of Aberdeen president of the South Dakota W C T U issues circulars announcing the annual state convention in Huron on the fifth, sixth, and seventh. Delegates receive free entertainment and visitors can get board at reduced rates. Mrs Clara Hoffman Missouri state president and national figure will attend two days.
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Emma Cranmer
Aberdeen
South Dakota
Huron
Clara Hoffman
Missouri
Sioux City
Abdeen
Harris
Star Fair Association
Charles Keith
Assistion
World Sea
Altdeen
Vermillion
Yautton
Mitchell
Grain Palace
Doctor Sheehan Purchases Centerville Residence
Doctor Thomas J. G. Sheehan a Trinity College Dublin graduate and Royal College of Surgeons physician has bought a home in Centerville and plans to practice there. He has over twelve years of general practice in Ireland and Buffalo New York and comes to Dakota with strong recommendations. He is the brother of Reverend Dean Sheehan of Hurley.
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Thomas J. G. Sheehan
Trinity College
Dublin
Ireland
Royal College of Surgeons and Physicians
Centerville
Buffalo
N. Y
Dakota
Dean Sheehan
Hurley
Neighbor Arrest Warrant in Lisbon Shooting Case
Robert Livingston of Lisbon secured a warrant for neighbor Daniel Thomas on a charge of shooting Livingston’s son Frank with a shotgun Wednesday afternoon. Thomas had been bothered by melon theft from his patch. Dr. Baker found a heavy shot wound in Frank’s neck but expected no serious outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Livingston
Lisbon
Daniel Thomas
Frank
Thomas
Baker
Public examiner forces county to hire deputies
The public examiner told the county commissioners to provide deputies for the auditor and treasurer or face legal action. The board agreed to comply after previously refusing salaries two months ago, causing neglected work. Also included is a farm sale note offering horses and a colt with long term, low interest terms from Mrs Jennie T Mayes near Mitchell, South Dakota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yankton
Mitchell
Mitchell, S. D
Jennie T. Mayes
County Apportionment On Express Companies Noted
County Auditor Robinson was informed by Auditor Hipple that express companies in the state were assessed on property valued at 48000 dollars and Davison county's apportionment would total 3512 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davisunty
Robinson
Hipple
Davison County
University Institute Progress and Local Visits Highlight County News
Professor Quigley attended opening exercises as Dr. Graham of Dakota University promoted the county institute. Teachers, students from Dakota University and local residents visited sessions while examinations for first and second grade certificates continued. Volunteers and visitors filled the campus as enrollment neared 120 with notices of upcoming graduations and plans for the Corn Belt Exposition.
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Quigley
Graham
Dakota University
Davison County
Mitchell
Anna Knutson
Plankinton
June Connor
Hutchinson County
Yoder
Mary
Jennie West
University
R ON. Kratz
Cross
Davison County Institute
County Institute
Wm. Smith
Jas. Grady
Edith Gill
Ira Snyder
Tillie Kingman
Sadie Pingry
Court House
Bras
Stout
Madison
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Ute
W. C. T. U. Convention
Lee P
Hysician
Amanda M. Bowdle, Pres
W. Seaman, Y. Pres
the Security Bank
H. R. Kibbee
TR. Atlee
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Castie
County Institute Notes
Alice McCon
Anna Bushnell
Colgie Potter
Will Snow
Wm. T. Smith
Bridgewater
Mr. Smith
Skinner
Wheeler
W. A. Barber
Lillian Teall
Kittie M. Althen
Mr. Teall
Miss Tenney
Nellie Maguire
Prof. Duncan
RK. N. Kratz
Chris Holbrook
Alexandria
Bernard
Carrie Rolph
Mt. Vernon
L. A. Stout
C. B. Clark
Bradley
Miss Webb
Graves
Cuddie Boggs
Miss Bates
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Frank Mayes
Ruby Rolph
Stevens
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Michaels
Woonsocket
Kimball
Teacher Institute
Jas
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Keystone Watch Case CO
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