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Newspaper
Philip Weekly Review
Location
Philip, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1908
Page
2
The readable text references Harvard University and mentions a militia topic and a mild form of Bed related incidents. Names like Longworth and Hick appear as fragments, with unclear roles and dates.
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Castaways from the Avon, stranded near a coral reef, endured privations and rebuilt a small cottage for Mrs. Patrick and her nurse. Rescue arrived as the Manuka reached Christmas Island with mail, stores and fresh water, while Mrs. Patrick and her children, and Mrs. Riddle, were taken aboard the Avon.
A 14 year old Brooklyn boy Benton stole a microscope an eyepiece and bacteria slides to pursue science. Police report he gathered deadly germs including typhus diphtheria and plague like samples to study. Authorities note the boy’s ambition led to thefts and he showed remorse at headquarters.
In exile in the south for a quarter century Fleming the original of Ste vensen's character The Wild Beoch- Sian arrived in San Francisco aboard Asrobis. He traveled with his escort and electric conveyances among others before joining a Marshall group trader at Arne inland. At sixteen he left Paistey Goatland to sail Feney ape when the quiber visited the aota.
The Well Informed favor a simple pleasant liquid laxative, the Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna, made by the California Fig Syrup Co. It is promoted as wholesome gentle yet prompt in action and sold by leading druggists for fifty cents a bottle.
A quirky, alarming advisory piece cites drastic measures such as permanent limb removal for Denny Minis and cruel tricks with powders and nitroglycerin. It jokes about spurious home cures and unsafe potions sold cheaply, including bath oils, labeled by Tatodn Binde.
A report notes Professor F. Bock’s finding that telegraph and telephone wire hum can forecast nearby weather. Observers should monitor humming twice daily around 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. to aid short term forecasts, with promising results cited by meteorologists.
The Belle Fourche district faces a smaller cattle and sheep shipment this season due to a dry summer. Last year saw over 1 700 head sent to market from the area, but 1 200 is the estimate this year. Western South Dakota totals rise as more towns become shipping points aided by expanded rail service.
Dallas bursts with young lawyers as Tripp County land opening spurs a large influx. A census estimates 150 to 200 lawyers permanently or temporarily based in the town, most recent graduates seeking a less crowded field. Many view the surge as a joke, while others anticipate impact on local practice.
Jury convicts Charles Hayes alias William Dunn of murdering Frea Samuelson at Spaerish. The ten year gap ends as Dunn is found guilty in the first degree with a recommendation of hanging after a sensational trial where Lena Schaar testified. Public sentiment was against Dunn amid jealousy over the 16 year old’s affections.
After months of negotiation the Northwestern Telephone Company part of the Bell system sells its Yankton exchange to the independent company. The transfer ends the franchise dispute with the city council and the two exchanges will be consolidated into a new facility with the Northwestern exiting. The price is 1000 dollars and the sale includes a portion of property. A child accident and a fatal horse incident are also noted in town reports.
In a Tuesday special election voters approved adopting the Galveston plan for Sioux Falls city government after last year defeating it. The total majority reached 604 with 353 votes against. The commission system will take effect at the next April city election when a mayor and four commissioners replace the current officials.
A dog leaped into the front seat of a running auto as owner F. B. Roberts began driving. The vehicle sped away with the dog clinging to the wheel, rammed a gutter, and overturned, injuring Roberts slightly while the car and dog escaped unharmed except for damage.
Attorney General Clark advised the secretary of state that the Democratic petition filed under Good Government is in proper form and will be placed on the ballot. Independent party petitions in similar form would also be accepted. The ruling answered whether a ticket could be accepted versus individual nominations.
Deets, allotting agent for the Cheyenne river Indian reservation, was in Pierre last week to oversee the eastern line allotment as activity starts on the main reserve. The field force will stay as weather permits. Burglars stole stamps and a handcar from Estelline postoffice, escaping toward an eastbound train with no trace. Presho voters approve $6000 water system warrants for fire protection. construction to begin promptly.
Mrs. Rose Thayer of Britton was knocked unconscious when a lightning bolt toppled her buggy top while driving into town. The startled horse ran wild until she regained consciousness and continued to town. A separate incident reports John Graber of Rose Hill fatally injured by a pitch fork handle after it was jerked from a belt on a threshing machine.
D. H. Smith of the state board of railway commissioners says the board has directed the putting in of a crossing in Huron between the Northwestern and Great Northern roads. The application had been under consideration for some time.
An annual Homestake Mining Company event in Lead attracts many top workers. The day includes exercises by new miners and other staff amid a strong turnout and community interest.
A seasoned correspondent details the surge of American settlers to Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta. He describes vast grain yields with high per acre harvests, rising rail and elevator infrastructure, and the belief that free homesteads remain abundant. He notes 60 000 Americans already relocated and predicts rapid uptake of remaining lands in the near term.
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