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Newspaper
Philip Weekly Review
Location
Philip, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1908
Page
8
Fragmented text comments on seriousness in politics and society, cites Emma Goldman and John W. Kern, then shifts to promotion of Campbell Brothers Big Consolidated Shows touring Philip with horses, riders, Cossacks, and elaborate parade acts. Mentions Dr Shoop pills and health claims amidst ad-like content.
A family of eight month old lions captivates crowds as Campbell Brothers Great Consolidated brings a baby lion exhibit to Philip on July 28. Carlotta the mother now has three cubs born July 4, drawing families to the street parade and animal show. Dakota Farmer notes broader debate on government aid and services in neighboring Canada including postal savings, rural delivery, creameries, and proposed pork packing plants.
A Yankton nursery advertises a cautionary message about widespread losses from worthless stock sold at high prices. The piece urges readers to join the State Horticultural Society, send to Prof Hansen of Brookings for membership, and obtain a 36 page catalog to learn proper practices and protect orchard and garden investments.
Notice outlines a planned government land opening in Tripp County eight district likely October 1 exposing about one million acres to settlement. Rosebud extension of the Chicago and North Western Railway serves the area with Dallas as near terminus. Readers urged to request a descriptive pamphlet and learn how to secure a quarter section free on application to P R C and North Western ticket agent.
Notices record that Philip South Dakota landholders Brice, Kinutton, Gates, and Thompson file intent for final homestead and commutation proofs, with witnesses named and dates set before U. S. Commissioner Byron L. Clow in Philip. Public notices list witnesses and claimants, and announce contest procedures for entries and proof deadlines.
A string of contest affidavits filed in the United States Land Office at Chamberlain and Pierre South Dakota recount numerous homestead entry disputes. Contestants allege abandonment of tracts, lack of residence, and failure to meet cultivation requirements. hearings set before notaries public and registers in various towns with dates and locations.
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