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Newspaper
Philip Weekly Review
Location
Philip, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1909
Page
2
The article recounts Abdul Hamid II's deposition by the Turkish parliament and the proclamation of Mohammed Reşad as the new sultan. Soldiers and crowds celebrated as the power transfer was formalized, with ceremonies at the war office and Dolmabahçe Palace marking the end of Abdul Hamid II's reign and the start of Mehmed Reşad's rule.
Arrangements are nearly complete for the International Marathon, a major 10 000 prize race inviting top long distance runners worldwide. The event runs on May 6 at the Polo grounds and may crown the world champion for the classic 24 miles 308 yards.
Parliament approves 100000 for earthquake victims as Portus 1 war disturbances end. King Manuel leads firemen and doctors to assist Salvaterra and San Stefano where villages were wiped out and 128 people are missing. Reports say two fishing boats foundered with 38 crew lost.
Adele Boas, year-old daughter of Arthur Boas, is back with her parents in New York after a voluntary, self planned journey to Boston and New England. A physician reports she is in perfect health and the outing stemmed from a childish wish to see the world. She left Boston on her own accord and decided to return after learning police were seeking her.
The king leads a national subscription for earthquake victims in Portugal. Officials report 12 000 homeless and 46 dead with many injured. Survivors camp on the countryside facing hunger as rescue efforts continue. Six additional bodies recovered at Buena Vista amid continued disaster.
Judge Hart prepared his opinion on the murder trial of Col. Duncan B. Cooper and Robin Cooper for the death of former Senator E W Carmack. The decision on the motion for a new trial was delayed due to Judge Anderson's absence and will be rendered Tuesday. If appealed, the supreme court ruling is not expected for about a year.
The towboat Eagle of the Louisiana Petroleum Company sank about forty miles south of New Orleans with eight dead and seven initially aboard escaping. The ship went down around 430 PM while asleep, breaking in half as the oil barge separated. the cause remains a mystery with no explosion reported.
A high speed five mile event at the Los Angeles motor cycle track ended with a rider being thrown over the fence into the grandstand. Freddy Huyck of Chicago led before colliding with Earhart of Los Angeles. Earhart was hurled and his impact fractured the skulls of Howard Pipper and Charles H. Henry, causing serious injuries.
At a meeting of the executive and financial committees of the state federation of commercial clubs with Gov in Pierre the plan to raise funds for an immigration bureau was discussed after the legislature refused an appropriation. Deadwood and Pierre sessions authorized steps to fund an office at the state capital to aid advertising resources and coordinate with state officials. One proposal is a booster button sale with proceeds funding the bureau while another seeks railroad support to launch the movement. The effort expects several thousand dollars for staff and printing, aiming to start before the next legislative session. In Aurora county Louis Knigge faces trial on a serious charge regarding his 11 year old daughter. He was arrested after threats to kill, and will be jailed until circuit court. His wife died two years ago, leaving 11 sons and two daughters. the youngest is 8.
Mrs. Ross from Sioux Falls, editor of the S90 Critle, travels from Vermilion after Omaha testimony. She expects Miss Laura Turner to be indicted for pursuing her husband J. A. Ross and criticizes a local schoolteacher blamed for the editor’s troubles.
Yankton sees rapid rail development with the Yankton and Norfolk line stock rising as carloads of material including pile drivers and 40 foot timbers arrive daily. Promoters claim the Midland Continental line from Winnipeg to Edgely ND is under construction with English capital secured to reach the Gulf of Mexico. Chief promoter C Truax and contractor J T Adams discuss plans to use the local bridge for ongoing work.
Pelicans arriving from the south at Lake Andes in Charles Mix county trigger a userful fishing fight as local sportsmen seek to drive the birds away to protect thousands of lake fish. Expectation is the birds will soon depart north to nesting grounds.
Jury acquits Anson Wagar former U S commissioner at Dallas of embezzling funds from homesteaders. Mrs Wagar weeps with relief as verdict is announced after a long trial ending in acquittal. Also notes state capitol grounds survey for park planning and clemency recommendation for John Taunton in a separate matter.
A historic farewell gathering took place on Charles S. Brackett’s ranch in western Lyman County. Cowboys and ranchmen from across the region attended to reminisce on the days before homesteaders moved in. The program included horse branding, bronco riding, roping contests, and an immigrant train scene attacked by Sioux warriors from Lower Brule. Dr C B L Murray, famed as the cowboy preacher, was among the speakers.
Range W Adj Gen Englesby visits militia companies to inspect life range work. Government subsidies support state rifle practice and encourage target work among troops. Civilian groups gain similar privileges and range access but must reimburse the government for ammunition costs.
The Belle Fourche land office will open next month as settlers on the irrigation project prepare fields. Only ten farm units are currently open with land values rising as Dig ranches divide. By August about 10 000 acres may be opened for entry, with many newcomers from Wisconsin bringing stock and goods, while feed prices climb.
A busy schedule in Sioux Falls features about fifty masons advancing through degrees starting Monday, with the thirtieth second degrees enacted Thursday and Friday. Scottish Rite members from several states attended as El Riad temple wrapped up its semi annual ceremonial at the Masonic temple with scores of Shriners present and around seventy candidates. A monster banquet marked the close with plates set for 400 guests.
Milwaukee executives A. J. Barling B. W. Megenna E. D. Sewall and H. F. Hunter with contractor George McIntosh toured Aberdeen Wakpala and Dickinson ND then planned a sweep into Belle Fourche SD to invade Northern Pacific territory. They announce routes into North Dakota and southwest toward Burlington and Northwestern territory crossing Indian reservations as work begins.
Wolf bounty claims filed to date reach 7 000 dollars with a total of 7 900 dollars in claims noted up to now this year. The legislature appropriated 13 000 dollars to cover all claims with prorated payouts at year end. Hunters remove wolf pups around fiscal year close enabling rapid collection.
James R. Barton pleaded guilty in a Friday court session to murdering his father in law Stephen Tucker near Edgemont on March 29 and was sentenced to life in prison by Judge McGee. The wife’s mother murder charge remains unresolved. Barton, 27, faces prolonged imprisonment and will be taken to Sioux Falls.
Red Fifty members prepare to attend the Elks national convention in Los Angeles from July 11 to 17 traveling by special train via Union Pacific to Omaha and onward by Burlington. The Sioux Falls contingent leads an anticipated thirty to fifty travelers with many more from across the state joining. They assemble in Omaha July 8 and depart around midnight for the coast.
The meeting featured George Gould urging caution on railway issues. He argued reform is hard to satisfy all groups, and told a joke about a commuter angry at service changes illustrating public sentiment.
Clarence teases a young man in the parlor about a written permission to walk tonight. The man, hinting at an exit, hints he will not wait, while a stray ad for eye salve appears in the closing lines.
A Philadelphia Ledger item notes a committee spokesman urging audience support for a clean stage. The theater manager quips that most plays open with a girl dusting everything, reflecting a light backstage exchange amid an ad for a free remedy offer from Ren Company in Minneapolis Minnesota.
A New Orleans Times Democrat item describes a man betting on a turtle head staying alive 24 hours as a turtle head opens its mouth and appears to snap at a dangling piece of steel. A bystander Gus Schmidt claims victory while the oyster opener pockets winnings.
An Georgia physician recalls personal recovery after using Grape-Nuts, claiming the cereal rebuilt nerve and brain tissue and restored strength and weight. He describes severe illness, a mountain retreat, and rapid improvement after two weeks, urging others to try the food.
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