Campaign Push Seeks 640 Acre Homesteads on Sioux Lands
South Dakota leaders press for a congress bill to amend homestead law allowing entry of 640 acres in the ceded Sioux lands from the Missouri River to the Black Hills. They argue 160 acres cannot sustain a family due to low rainfall, and broader holdings would foster cattle raising and permanent settlement. The move has strong backing from the state delegation.
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Missouri River
Black Hills
Sioux City Journal
Sioux Falls
Mitchell Capital Committee
Congress
Ian
South Dakota
Pierre
Sioux Lands
Friends of the College
W. S. Graham
Nicholson
M. Jayne
Shurtlett
John L. Seaton
Jean Anderson
Illinois
Murphy
Memorial Hall
Mr. Frohock
Anti-Saloon League
Winpfield
Sioux City
O’mealy
Massachusetts
North Dakota
Minnesota
Iowa
Nebrska
Colorado
Pierre boomers and the question of progress
A speaker scorches Pierre’s boosters, asking where true progress lies amid abandoned properties, unpaid tax lots, and disputed bonds. He questions prosperity and accuses local promoters of exploiting gullible buyers, urging residents to reject the alleged misleading growth.
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Pierre
Hughes
Sully
Lyman
Stanley
Gumbo
Mitchell capital fight sparks South Dakota clash
The debate over the state capital centers on Mitchell and Pierre as backers tout economic benefits. Mitchell advocates corn palaces and transport incentives to lure residents, while Pierre emphasizes agricultural features and local industry including a flour mill and elevator questions.
Mitchell Corn Palace trains blocked by North Western
The corn palace committee sought special trains to Mitchell during corn palace week and connect with Omaha and North Western lines to Salem. North Western refused, allegedly to hinder Mitchell’s capital campaign and protect Pierre’s campaign, depriving the event of rail support. Mitchell’s effort aims to advertise South Dakota farm products despite the setback.
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Corn Palace Committee
Mitchell
North-Western Road
Salem
Omaha
North-Western
Pierre
South Dakota
Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea Promises Youthful Vigor
A vintage ad touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as reversing age signs with bright eyes rosy cheeks and good health. Priced at 85 cents for tea or tablets, offering a quick wellness boost.
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Hollister
American Tailored Buy Models Highlight City Style Sale
A sale showcases dreamer inspired American tailored suits with Parisian flair Riviera influence and New York craftsmanship. The event promises economy and elegance while adapting styles to individual tastes.
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