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Newspaper
Philip Weekly Review
Location
Philip, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1908
Page
1
The excerpt reports a real estate transfer of 240 acres near Kadoka, mentions a Hayes area claimholder’s brother elected Nebraska lieutenant governor, and cites varied local anecdotes from The Philip Review to Fairplay. It notes civil war veteran claims, a stolen horse case, a fatal Dingman home fire, and political commentary on Taft, Bryan, and state conventions with regional vote counts.
The state has long attracted divorce seekers due to lenient laws. Voters recently approved an amendment requiring longer residence, seen as protecting the family. Critics note residents benefited financially, but supporters claim stronger home values and safeguarding stability.
The Philip Livery, established in June 1907 and managed by W B Jamison, offers twenty five stall teams, a large corral, metal roof, tight side walls, ample hay and water, plus windmill and tank. It promotes comfort for horses and ties into a broader era of farm prosperity and rising farm property values, citing rising returns and wealth among farmers.
The last session considered creating a state immigration department but only moved to appoint the secretary of agriculture as land commissioner without salary or funds for advertising. Another effort is planned when winter sessions meet, as neighboring states already benefit from such departments.
In a reflective American editorial voice, the piece weighs victory and loss after a hard fought campaign. It ponders what true success means for leaders like Bill and the nation, noting pride, anxiety, and humility. The author laments partisan politics and calls for measured power and restraint.
An advice item suggests preparing for family injuries and recommends Chamberlain's salve applied to a soft cloth to relieve pain quickly and promote healing without scarring. Sold by all druggists.
Presbyterian church schedules services Sunday morning at 1 and Sunday evening at 7 30 with a Lake Andes minister presiding. Sunday School starts at 10 sharp and seeks teachers while eyeing Chalk Tall System adoption. A Non denominational Christian Endeavor formed last Sunday with fourteen youths meeting at 6 30 this Sunday led by Miss Harris. Also includes a testimonial for Electric Bitters and homesteader notice guidance.
A British peerage claim brings M. O. Fitzmaurice to trial for criminal libel at Pomeroy Washington. He earlier led a sensational Idaho to Washington kidnapping and was arrested in Lewiston Idaho after a forceful crossing of the Lewiston Clarkston bridge witnessed by hundreds. He posed as a clergyman and held church roles before drifting to new towns along a western railroad, then vanished into mining and further troubles. Thanksgiving Proclamation by Gov Crawford dates November 26 1908 urging gratitude, prayer, and virtue amid social tensions. The notice concludes with ads for Dr Shoop’s Cough Remedy.
The Milwaukee Journal recalls a ninety year life spent eschewing common pleasures. He never traveled or joined groups, avoided hotels and restaurants, and spent little on transit or tickets. For forty years he did not vote, did not smoke, and died with 1.5 million in wealth, a fortune earned by denying worldly comforts. He contributed to national upbuilding, yet his “game” of wealth did not align with the candle of common happiness.
A reader is invited to send 25 cent stamps for four late issues of The Pacific Monthly. The issues promise fully illustrated articles on dairying fruit growing poultry raising and general farming conditions in Oregon Washington and Idaho. Address Pacific Monthly Portland Ore.
Seven Years of Pross and Wray highlight real estate bargains and livestock trading. Dr King’s New Discovery touted as cure for coughs and lung diseases with trial bottles offered. A Rawson family move to Alexandria included household effects and horses as part of a freight car shipment.
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