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Newspaper
Philip Weekly Review
Location
Philip, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1912
Page
3
The item states D. Rainey Méllor and Publisher are designated as second class matter at the Philip South Dakota post office on August 2, 1907 under the 1879 act.
rates shown for yearly, half yearly, and quarterly subscriptions with a discounted $1.00 annual rate available for advance payments. The offer outlines pricing tiers and conditions for prepayment.
The editorial urges residents to unite and push for new highways across the state converging at Philip. It notes state planning, county aid, and impending federal funds, urging a delegation to Deadwood for the convention and signaling possible Taft era federal support.
A Teutonic gentleman quips that if the cold wave continues it may kill some Germans, a wry remark reflecting humor about harsh weather and national character during tough times.
Dick Richards announces candidacy for the Senate, framing the move as a chance to remove a lingering health issue from the political scene. Observers note the decision could shift campaign dynamics and public focus.
President Taft endorses Post Office official Hitchcock on government ownership of telegraph lines. Congress will be asked before year end to adopt the plan as an administration measure.
A column retells Governor Vessey’s misstep about his teeth and jokes about an alleged incident with his secretary. The Pierre Dakotan quips the teeth story is an advertising scheme by Cataract to justify linen changes.
A satirical missive laments unpaid dues from subscribers. It contrasts old sturdy pants with patched ones, urging readers to send in their mite to avoid losing all dignity when a March disaster strikes. The piece blends humor with a call to action for timely payments.
Sioux Falls Journal notes minimal state and local action to lure homesteaders. Printing offices, real estate men, and immigration funds show little organized campaigning. Despite record corn yields and high prices in 1912, quiet efforts persist while millions of acres await development.
F G Gates of Aberdeen related a weather tale as a traveling man found dead on the streets amid 46 below zero. Unidentified, with lodge pins, the man was buried after a funeral in a lodge room. Ground too hard to dig, Milwaukee furnace used to cremate. unexpectedly the man reappeared living amid ashes, claiming warmth in Aberdeen.
Soldiers at Fort Meade criticize Sturgis dances and uniforms. South Dakota profits from forest reserves near $15 000. Seed grain relief aids drought plains with railroads hauling free grain. Canada emigration doubts homeseekers. Holiday trade strong, Aberdeen fire prompts brick redevelopment. The Black Hills Journal, 34 years, Gossage pioneer publisher. Aberdeen fire clears frame buildings for better main street future.
Mobridge January 17 report notes post reservation settlement driving cattlemen from South Dakota farms toward new ventures. Four renowned Cheyenne River cowboys died of old age and others prepare to leave for Galveston to sail to Brazil seeking ranges with Murdo McKenzie in South America.
Murdo McKenzie president of the Matador Cattle company plans to open large cattle ranges along the Amazon. The party includes Clavence Wilson Paul Anderson Dick Holder and Snoop Edwards as they seek employment and new work opportunities in the expansive cattle country.
Henry Hudson Manila rancher returns from Rapid City area after his father's death at ninety. Old gentleman spent years at the ranch and made many friends who regret the passing. Reed of Brushie country in Meade county now in Cohagen Montana visits Fairplay business. Rex Terry returns to Mankato Minnesota to reenter commercial college after holidays, plans to return after early April.
A Sioux City Tribune notice asks for George E. Calkins of Bonesteel South Dakota, believed heir to a deceased relative. George A. Calkins, a Fruitdale rancher near Pierre, recognizes the description and thinks he may be the person sought.
Subscriptions list of transfers showing buyers and sellers across numerous parcels. Names include Hayes, Frank R White, E C Sprague, Belle M Snyder, Arthur H Hickman, Ida B Braden, Gaylord E Sumner, Myrtie Dupree, Anna H Kronen, United States to Grant Shuck James Sklenicka Carl Greb Fred Riggle, Nancy M Cotton and many others with parcel descriptions and prices, mainly in Cottonwood and nearby townships. Transactions cover lots, blocks, and partial interests with values ranging from 10 to 3200 dollars.
Fragmentary note notes difficulty obtaining a medication or device for men and mentions possible harmful action at a pharmacy. Details are sparse, with no clear event, date, or responsible parties identified.
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