Real estate assessment to rise nationwide under new taxation
The state real estate assessment will rise about seven thousand dollars more than last year as lands are taxed under new methods. Increases are largest in western counties with final proofs and Indian lands, notably Stanley Perkins and Tripp, each seeing million dollar rises. The Pierre Capital Journal notes minor rises elsewhere and cites Mayor Dumas of Cass Lake, a doctor, amid a Pinkerton probe accusing him as a firebug king.
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Stanley, Perkins and
Tripp
Dist
Pierre Capital
Journal
Finance reform praised by Minnesota paper sparks debate
The Minneapolis Journal praised a Financial System aimed at preventing deficits, noting its success in Minnesota and doubting other papers share the enthusiasm. It recalls South Dakota’s ten year old adoption by the Board of Regents where no coverage appeared, while old stalwarts now doubt public expenditure honesty and prudence.
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis Journal
Board of Regents
South Dakota
Sam Y Gordon Seen as Likely Republican Governor Candidate
At Browns Valley the writer met Sam Y. Gordon editor of the Inter Lake Tribune and lieutenant governor of Minnesota. Gordon is described as a long time successful publisher and a logical candidate for governor on the Republican ticket next year.
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Browns Valley
Sam Y. Gordon
Inter-Lake Tribune
Minnesota
Gordon
Secretary Cogan Calls Summer Meeting of Press Group
Secretary Cogan of the South Dakota Press Association urges attendance at the annual summer meeting in Sioux Falls on July 13 14. He stresses no excuses will be accepted and that presence is required, affirming determination to attend.
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Secrentary Cogan
South Dakota Press Association
Sioux Falls
Bro. Gogan
I River Valley
Oregon
North America
H. H. Lampman
Asbestos
Jackson
N. B
South Dakota Bank Record Highlighted At Convention
At the annual South Dalous Bankers Association meeting it was noted that no bank failed in South Dakota over the past year. There were four attempted robberies, all culprits captured. The state roster lists 636 banks, including 102 national and 634 state banks.
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South Dalous Bankers’ Association
South Dakota
Monument location debate on Kittredge memorial
The Aberdoun News backs placing the late Senator Kighredge memorial in Pierre over Sioux Walls. Sioux Malls faced criticism for depriving the state of his services and for moving the memorial to a capital location tied to a lowered stature, per the Big Stone Headlight.
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Aberdoun
Kighredge
Pierre
Sioux
Kittredge
Stacy
Thirteenth annual assent Ty of the Big Stone Gate Chant
The thirteenth annual event will be held on July 1 with an excellent program arranged. Attendees are assured of an enjoyable outing.
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Usmal
White Rock Journal praised for first-class reporting
Editor Johnson of the White Rock Journal is praised for his hustling and effort to provide a first-class newspaper for the community. Local readers are urged to appreciate his work and dedication to quality journalism.
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Johnson
White Rock Journal
White Rock
Value of South Dakota farm lands climbs since 1900 census
The 1910 census records show farm land value in South Dakota rising by 376 percent over the 1900 census figure. The report highlights marked growth in agricultural property as the state develops economically and expands farming activity.
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South Dakota
We Hope the Front Page Pleases Readers This Week
The note from the editor addresses readers in a friendly tone, promising improvements and a customer-focused approach. It signals ongoing efforts to enhance layout, content quality, and overall newspaper appeal for the coming issue.
Zenith Club Annual Banquet Pleases Members and Guests
The Zenith Club and their husbands held the annual banquet Thursday at Mrs. J. A. Mc Keever's home. Refreshments were served outdoors with Mrs. Parker, the club president, as toastmaster. Each member took turns performing an "etunt" to create an entertaining program, and the event was enjoyed by all.
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Zenith Club
J. A. McKeever
Parker
Public Benefactor Question in Dakota Real Estate Dealings
An eastern paper asks if a man can be a Christian and a real estate dealer at the game time. The Dakota lam fests agent asserts he is a benefactor, per the Argus Leader.
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Dakota
Argus Leader
Booth Dakota
Pleasant Party at East Town Home Delights Guests
Mrs Erick Erickson hosted a pleasant Thursday afternoon gathering for several ladies at her east side home. Dainty refreshments concluded the agreeable social event.
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Erick Erickson
Death of Infant Child in Local Family
Infant child of Mr and Mrs Lee died after whooping cough. Funeral services set for Saturday at 2 o'clock at the residence.
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Lee
Fos
Sisseton Defeats Browns Valley 5 to 0 in Fast Game
Sisseton wins 5 0 over Browns Valley on Browns Valley grounds. A Coffan pitched superbly for Sisseton and backed by strong defense held the Minnesotan team scoreless in nine innings. Peaster entered in the third for Browns Valley and pitched well but Sisseton’s batting proved decisive.
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Browns Valley
Sisseton
Fast Valley
A. Coffan
Minnesota
Coffan
Peaster
Minneapolis
Sisseton Sluggers Triumph Over White Rock 13 to 4
Sisseton Sluggers defeated White Rock 13 to 4 after a slow start. A Coffan pitched six innings before C Eastman relieved, striking out six in three innings. Loffhagen starred behind the plate as White Rock failed to hold off a late Sisseton rally.
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Sisseton
White Rock
A. Coffan
C. Eastman
Eastman
White Rockets
Loffhagen
Hanson
French
Camerud and McCallum
White Rock Second Team Beats Diamond 14 to 8
White Rock's second team traveled to Diamond last Sunday and defeated Diamond 14 to 8 in an afternoon game. The Lake Traverse squad showcased aggressive base running with an ice wagon style. Diamond shows strong material but cohesion and baserunning are lacking.
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White Rock
Diamond
Lake Traverse
Graceville Next Hosts Local Games This Weekend
Graceville locals will face Graceville on Graceville grounds Saturday and Sunday. Games look set to be hotly contested with many Sissetonians planning to travel to the Minnesota village to support the team.
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Graceville
Minnesota Village
Bad Break In Local Sisseton White Rock Game
The White Rock Journal reports a contentious Tuesday game at the local grounds ending with Tin Heapice up ten and money involved. Umpire N H Nelson, long-time resident and respected gentleman, is described as upright amid the dispute.
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White Rock Journal
Tin
N.H. Nelson
Saori
Printer's Apprenticeship Wanted at The Standard
Wanted to learn the printing trade. One who will tick and toil must apply at The Standard office for apprenticeship.
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Buy
Priter
Hughes County Launches 1911 Tax Deed Plan
Hughes County officials invoke the 1911 law to seize unde rpaid tax property. Notices will run in the Capital Journal the Dakotan and Free Press warning deed issuance within sixty days. The county gains title first, then distributes proceeds to state, school districts, cities, and subdivisions.
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Hughes County
Capital Journal
Dakotan
Free Press
Mughes County
Pierre Capital Journal
School Endowment Fund Distributes Record Sum
The sem annual distribution of the school endowment fund totals $948,504.44, the largest ever. It equals $3.22 per student. Minnehaha County receives the largest share with 26,478 students, Browns County next with 23,391. The annual distribution is nearing one million dollars.
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Minnaehahla County
Browns County
Unopposed slates in city school race elect two officials
No contest in the city school election held Tuesday. J. A. Robertson was the unanimous choice for member of the board of education and John Swanberg Deity was elected treasurer without opposition. The total votes cast were 21.
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Thee
J. A. Robertson
Board of Education
John Swanberg
Advertised Letters Unclaimed for Week Ending June 17 1911
Postmaster May A Knappen lists unclaimed letters for the week ending June 17 1911. Names include Theo Anderson Charles Reed Fredrick Baumgartner John Hoppis C A Hadtroth Mrs Mary Hagen Miss Florence Lund Hazen Wilson Daniel S Wilson and Gerald Ti. If not called within two weeks they are sent to the dead letter office.
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Anderson
Theo, Reed
Charles Baumgartner
Fredrick Green
John Hoppis
John H. Hadtroth
C. A. Hagen
Mary Krispenson
Lund
Florence Wilson
Daniel S. Wilson
Hazen Gerald Ti
May A. Knappen
A Monster Circus Arrives in Britton on June 29
The Yankee Robinson Shows arrive in Britton on June 29 presenting Hipodrome circus Avary museum horse fair and menagerie in one admission price with monster railroad trains. Early morning arrival by rail offers a view of trained staff unloading the vast enterprise and a midday street parade promises a kaleidoscopic pageant of dazzling beauty for spectators driving miles to attend.
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Britton
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Dumas
Cass Lake
Minn
Pinkenton
Tie ‘Taft Sdeministration Has
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Stanton
Monighan
Peaster and Kinkel
Davis
Copenhagen
American Snuff Company
Fifth Avenue
New York
N. Y
Yankee Robinson
Teli
Orise
Earth
McKeever
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