Alliance circular seen as harm to Ohio Republicans
The article notes hints that Foraker is overtaking Sherman in Ohio legislative nominations, a development seen as easing Republican gains. It cites the Lake County Independent criticizing an Alliance circular, calling it a Chicago wheat traders’ device, while suggesting Alliance leaders in Washington may have helped draft it to avoid harm.
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Foraker
Sherman
Ohio
Lake County
Alliance
Chicago
Independent
Washington
McKinley Act Seen as Boost to U S Prosperity
The St Paul Pioneer Press critiques the McKinley law but prints an excerpt from the Philadelphia Press noting the act could spur substantial US prosperity. The paper marks this as a strong indicator of economic momentum.
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St. Paul
Boss Loucks Attacks Rival Editor in Congress Bid
The editor condemns bossism and urges supporters to remove any man seeking the nomination. The statement calls such actions a rank exhibition of control and argues that even GOP members would object to the tactic.
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Loucks
Congress
G.o. P
Trade Rivalry Over Territorial Claims Near Mitchell
The piece weighs the Milwaukee firm’s likely triumph over Omaha for a vast western territory spanning Douglas and Charles Mix counties. It questions whether Omaha can sustain the push and whether Minneapolis and Sioux Falls, via Mitchell, can afford the loss of trade to closer rivals.
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Milwaukee Company
Here
Douglas
Chas
Mix
Chicago
Sioux City
Minneapolis
Sioux Falls
Mitchell
Aberdeen fair planned by Brown County association
The Brown County association announces a Aberdeen fair September 20 and October 1 and 2 under its auspices. T E Camburn of the state board of agriculture serves as president and C A Howard as secretary. Crops in the region are ahead of expectations and a successful exhibition is likely. Premium lists will be issued soon. Capt Lucas and J M Greene of Bruise county are mentioned as possible congressional candidates, while Sullivan pursues similar aims. Democrat sentiment is split among McClure Taylor and Ziebach after Judge Tripp declined the preferred honor.
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Aberdeen
Brown County Association
T. E. Camburn
State Board of Agriculture
Chas. A. Howard
Capt. Lucas
J. M. Greene
Bruie County
Sullivan
Cayisor County
Bret Loucks
Black Hills
P. F. McClure
Gen. Taylor
Ziebach
Tripp
Prohibition Debate: Kimball Example Held as Well Enforced
Editors of the Chamberlain Register and Kimball Graphic clash over prohibition efficacy. The Graphic argues well enforced means no open saloons or holes in the wall, citing Kimball as a model. They contend full nationwide enforcement is unrealistic, signaling Kimball as a practical standard for good citizens.
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Chamberlain Register
Kimball Graphic
Brule County
Kimball
Tinan
Chamberlain
Armour
Yankton
Sioux Falls
Huroh
Kyndall
Two Meetings in Huron Unite Republican Forces
The Republican State Central Committee met in Huron with most members present. Editors gathered at the new hotel for a joint session as delegates planned resolutions urging party unity, primaries, and broad club organization ahead of the September 29 convention.
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Republican Central Committee
Republican State Central Committee
Huron
Geo. Ashy
Davison County
Haney Aurora
L.C. Taylor Hanson
J. B. Long Brule
J. E. Hipple Hutchinson
Bugaboo
Major Pickler
Old Soldiers
St. Lawrence
Aberdeen
Madison
Hutchinson County
P. m
South Dakota
J.C. Adams
Webster
Paul Dutcher
Brookings
R. W. Wheelock
Republican
Caldwell
Sioux Falls
McManima
Northwestern Progress
Mayhew
Letcher Blade
Lyon
Watertown
Hopkins
Henry Independent
Schlosser
Aberdeen News
Shannon
Haro
Sage
Nash
Canton News
Person
Howard Press
Patterson
Pierre
Jones
Pierre Journal
Dutcher
Brook
Central Committee
S.econd
State Central Committee
Beneft
Richness for You in South Dakota Independent Party Split
The South Dakota Independent movement faces internal strife as editors warn against dictating candidate sources and localities. The Gazette insists on honest, nonpartisan selection and criticizes attempts to impose party controls, citing recent political tactics and misused motives.
Ruralist Denies Attacks on Republican Paper
The Ruralist rejects claims that Independent or gans persistently attack a reputable Republican paper with abuse and innuendo. It notes Brer Loucks calling Redfield Journal Sioux Falls Press and The Republican liars, while arguing editors skew motives of the Republican press as bought by money power.
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Ruralist
Brer Loucks
Redfield Journal
Sioux Falls Press
Republican Liars
Sioux Falls mayor adopts Sioux City plan for monthly prohibition
The Sioux Falls mayor declares a city plan to enforce prohibition on a monthly basis. If saloons refuse to pay, they will be closed by city fiat. The move relies on local enforcement rather than state law, highlighting a clash between anti-prohibition arguments and practical policy.
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Sioux
Sioux City
Unity in SD GOP May Shape 2nd Mississippi Nominee
Aberdeen News notes a hopeful tone in South Dakota politics as Republican papers avoid backing any single candidate. The piece argues unity hinges on selecting the best man for the role, regardless of faction or locality. If fit, the nominee can command united party support from any region.
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Aberdeen News
South Dakota
Missouri
Catholic Parish School Joins Public System Over Tax Dispute
Fargo Argus notes that in Faribault Father C relinquished control of the parish school to the public system. He states parishioners cannot bear the burden of sustaining both schools and sectarian influence.
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Fargo Argus
Faribault
Father C
Organ objects to crop ads while railing at farmers
A local newspaper criticizes advertising of South Dakota crops and accuses farmers of lying about yields. It also argues the party's campaign plan remains intact despite reports of strong harvests and favorable crop prospects.
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South Dakota
State Fair Looms Over Dublin County Plans
With the fair approaching, officials prepare for Davidson County's expected share amid tight deadlines. Organizers aim to finalize allocations and scheduling before events commence.
Harvest home picnic and crop notes from Lisbon Township
Mt Vernon neighborhood bulletin reports Annis and Miller threshing near Ensley with yields wheat 20 to 30 bushels, oats 40 to 60, rye 26, corn largely out of frost. Harvest picnic Sept 17 at J E Greene's Grove and another on Sept 21 at M Dougherty's, with program and games. Andrew Stopfer threshes 1500 bushels. Wright expects 5140 from 300 acres. Community activity includes school, church, and fair preparations.
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Annis & Miller
Ensley
Robert Wilkinson
Lisbon
Christian Endeavor Society
Lisbon Congregational
Ethan
George Brown
Levi
C. PF. Drake
Levi Brown
S. H. Ramsbottom
Parkston
J. G. Anderson
Andrew Stopfer
A. H. Wright
M. E. Camp Nz
Erbey
Mutziger
South Dakota
Alice McConkey
Photographer Clark
M. Dougherty
Mt. Vernon
Doolittle
Renae
Alliance internal strife and duels threaten unity
In Minnesota and Mississippi the Alliance shows deep factionalism with quarreling leaders and blows among lecturers. Some Texas Alliances protest the sub treasury plan while others drift, leaving members bewildered by reform measures and divided loyalties.
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Minneapolis
Polk
Mississippi
Texas
Minnesota
Reformers seek a single fulcrum to move the globe
The speaker warns reformers fail by chasing many aims at once. They might move opinion or curb corporate power, yet concentrated focus was key to ending major evils like slavery. Third party efforts lack unity but serve as indirect checks on established parties.
Market Opens to American Pork With Strong Demand
The Sioux Falls Press notes that Germany's market opening will boost demand for pork by 214 million dollars. It questions how many more such men Mitchell can spare to develop the Pacific coast and suggests it is near time to impose a heavy export duty.
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Sioux Falls
Huggins
Mentzer
Hunter
Dillon
Mitchell
Pacific Coast
Lake County Independent backs Aberdeen on delaying special election
Expressed editorial support for postponing the special election in agreement with Aberdeen News. Poses a question about fear, implying hesitation about the move.
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Lake County
Aberdeen News
Independent
Republicans Clinch Stand Against Proxy System in Huron
At a joint meeting in Huron on Tuesday evening the Republican central committee and editors adopted resolutions with a rising vote condemning the proxy system and praising the late John R. Gamble.
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Central Committee
Republican Central Committee
Republican
Huron
John R. Gamble
South Dakota State Fair Promises Record Attendance
Notice urges full county participation in exhibits and attendance as the state fair date nears. It asks Davison County to take action and contribute to what is touted as the most successful fair in South Dakota history.
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Davison County
South Dakota
Independent leaders debate fusion with Democrat candidate
Independent Leader Geo Crose favors fusion on a Democrat and believes it will be achieved. Harden also backs fusion but doubts it is feasible. Independent Boss Loucks says nominees must align with Ocala and Cincinnati platforms and the office must seek the man, not block a fusion. Pease opposes fusion and won’t be crowded off the track.
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Geo. Crose
Harden
Loucks
Ocala
Cincinnati
Pease
Death of Representative Converse Sparks Indepedent Dispute
The Aberdeen Star recalls Representative Converse as fearless and independent in the last legislature. It says he was ostracized by fellow Independents, driven to self destruction for acting on his own convictions rather than following party bosses. The piece condemns the boss ridden reform party.
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Pia
Bardsley
Kentucky
Aberdeen Star
Converse
Party of Reform
Calamity organ critic questions farming profits and wealth origins
A columnist quotes local farmers near Mitchell who claim steady profit from farming over ten years. Names like John G. Helwig L. B. Millard and Oscar Cassem are cited as examples of wealth built from farming, challenging the idea that farming pays poorly. The piece asks where their wealth came from and if living profits exist.
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John G. Helwig
L. B. Millard
Oscar Cassem
Mitchell
Local papers praised as community investments and moral force
A metropolitan paper lauds local papers as investments benefiting the community and economy, arguing editors serve the public without moral pretension. The Flandrau Herald reports letters about Fidelity Insurance Company mismanagement and its impact on cash policyholders with no evident redress.
Per Capita Circulation in Nebraska Corn Output
The Lincoln Journal notes Nebraska will raise 165 million bushels of corn 2 million bushels of wheat and 65 million bushels of oats this year worth about 140 million dollars. Hay and staples add to market value, creating a per capita circulation enough to wipe state debt and start fresh next year. Springfield Union praises President Harrison for courteous firm leadership and conviction.
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Lincoln Journal
Nebraska
Springfield
Mass
Benj Harrison
Et Tu Anti-Corn Palace at State Fair
Huron Huronite calls readers to action at the state fair. The piece questions how to respond to the Corn Palace controversy and urges community involvement and vigilance.
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St. Paul Insurance Comany
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