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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1908
Page
5
Knute Nelson praises U S Senator A B Kittredge as energetic and reform minded. He notes Kittredge’s solid service on the Judiciary Committee and his broad liberal stance on people’s rights. The column mixes political tribute with light reference to college fashion and social scenes.
A letter from Senator Nelson of Minnesota dated April 2 1908 defends Senator Kittridge. Nelson states Kittridge supported key administration measures including the railroad rate bill and aligned with the president on reforms.
Local papers portray a fierce clash over tax claims with critics calling a higher levy a deceitful ploy while supporters urge voters to accept lower rates. Citizens debate the financial impact and philosophy behind tax policy.
The readable text outlines a committee meeting discussing a candidate for secretary of state. It notes concerns about honesty of intention and the need to find a viable alternative, with a deadline or timeframe implied for presenting a new option.
A Huronite analysis says Mr. Crawford has run for office in almost every South Dakota campaign and has aligned with reform factions to stay in favor. It argues his legislative and attorney general records, plus his ties to major rail interests, tally against him while his only merit is a pleasing voice.
A fragmentary text discusses a long career beginning in 1889 as a Temuna candidate and evolving through roles as attorney and dispenser. It notes resignation, later work with service corporations, and reflections on his legislative service. The piece hints at a cautious, candid observer’s view of the man.
John W K Todd of Delphi Indiana challenges a county treasurer in South Dakota over a tax bill increase cited as 125 percent from 1906. He references a prior receipt showing 11.96 with 24 cents penalty and mails a draft of 25.48 disputing a sudden rise. The exchange hints at political speeches influencing tax views.
Charles Wilson of Hying in the western part of Sisseton SD reports twenty years of kidney disease with rheumatism and crutches. After using Doan's Kidney Pills from Pulang Drug Store he gained relief in secretions and reduced pain, with rheumatism fading. sold by all dealers at 5 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY as US agents.
Notice of election to be held in Slasoton on the third Tuesday in April 1908 for City Treasurer for two years and three Aldermen from wards one to three. Also to vote on selling intoxicating liquors retail. Judges listed for First Ward Second Ward Third Ward. Polling places named. City Auditor O. C. Kxarren signs.
The article criticizes Crawford for breaking an oath to oppose a bill that would restrain trusts and for killing a soldiers home bill in Dakota that would be located in Pierre. It contrasts Crawford with Senator Mills, highlighting their divergent records to guide voters on whom to trust.
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