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Newspaper
The Citizen Republican
Location
Scotland, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1920
Page
1
Revered global and domestic news notes report Indiana becomes the 26th state to ratify the woman suffrage amendment while ten states remain. Editorial commentary debates railroad rate guarantees versus farmer profits and the courts’ stance on railroad net profits.
The death of Dr L C Meade, longtime head of the Insane Hospital at Yank ton, last week Tuesday from a hardening of the arteries, is noted as a serious loss to the institution and to the state. He was recognized as an authority in his field and his replacement will be difficult.
A Dakota Republican editorial argues those not working rely on others' labor and that workers must be convinced a strike is justified. It asserts the burden of proof lies with men who quit and idle.
Intercollegiate referendum shows colleges nationwide split on ratification. Totals: rejection 13 933. Lodge reservations 27 950. compromise 49 653. in favor 27 970, yielding a 63 566 majority against acceptance. State Univ Vermilion results mirror mixed stance with 12 against, 35 for Lodge reservations, 61 for compromise, and 66 for adoption without change.
J. J. Murphy, state railroad commissioner, urged Grain Dealers' Association to resist federal control proposals. He argued that interstate commissions would usurp state powers, harm competition, and fail to justify guaranteed dividends. He warned that uniform rates without consolidation would raise costs for short lines and hurt farmers and rural communities.
Last week at Mitchell a large crowd attended the stock and hog sale though prices were not as high as a year earlier due to overall market weakness. 93 cattle averaged over $225, with cows in greater demand and Scotch Bloom a top cow at $470 sold by J M Dunmire & Sons of Scotland. Officials elected include Dr M W Myler president, with vice presidents Harold Tommey C W Stanley Roy Eagle and I H Hamm. J C Holmes (Brookings) named secretary.
Rear Admiral Gary T. Grayson and other officers receive the navy cross for distinguished service while some who fought on the battlefield are ignored. The distribution of honors prompts indignation among actual service members over perceived favoritism and favoritism.
The American Federation of Labor president Mr. Gompers now opposes the proposed sedition law. Evidence builds that his $10,000 salary hinges on radical alien labor union members, suggesting his financial interest outweighs loyalty to the country.
Dr. George C. Adams, longtime assistant to the late Dr Meade, was named superintendent of the In sane Hospital at Yankton. The Board of Charities and Corrections also appointed George Jameson as warden of the penitentiary to replace Dr G C Redfield who recently resigned.
J. Walter Mee the former register of the land office at Rapid City has been named internal revenue collector replacing James Coffey who resigned.
In Hillsboro Illinois a church sermon on Better Church Attendance blamed the Ford car for drawing people from worship. An elderly parishioner praised the Lord and joked that the car makes round trips, predicting the godly will return from hell.
Mitchell Army Recruiting Officer announces a large Ordnance exhibit from February 16 to 22, 1920, featuring rifles, grenades and war trophies. Inducements include special enlistment assignments to camps in the U S and opportunities in China, Hawaii, the Philippines and Panama. Regular courses for new peace time army recruits.
J A Dvorak and family moved from Fremont Nebraska to Tabor last Saturday and purchased the Independent building. Dvorek will continue to publish the Independent, after previously buying a Fremont studio. He cites health reasons and medical advice for the move, promising renewed pungent writings for the newspaper fraternity.
Floyd Nellis of Scotland, nephew of Mr and Mrs Jeff Mathewson, takes a wire man post at Tripp depot. Tony Diehl buys half interest in the Swift Tonsoria Parlor and seizes his half shares Monday. Mr Wiedman planned to return to Canada at Christmas but stays, and he rode as a passenger last week for Yankton. Tripp barbering picks up from one artist to four skilled barbers. Grandma Philipp Schmidt dies at her daughter Mrs Avil Woll’s home in Kaylor at 78. She emigrated from South Russia in 1842 and came to America in 1875 settling near Scotland. Funeral at Missouri Lutheran church near Kaylor with Rev Gerike. burial in church cemetery.
Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Wagner left this morning for the South expecting a six week stay in a milder climate. They will visit several winter resorts before returning. Mrs. Serr underwent an operation in Rochester, Minnesota and is recovering while Mr. Serr fared poorly as doctors were unable to relieve his suffering.
A report notes an individual left Tuesday morning for Excelsior Springs Missouri seeking relief. The fragment provides no further context on who traveled or the purpose of the trip.
A Victorian style baking note outlines festive treats to suit family tastes. It lists Orange Cake Cranberry Cake Chocolate Potato Cake and Eggless Fruit Cake with quantities and steps for layering beating baking and icing. The text emphasizes a cozy season with sweets for youngsters and gatherings.
Oscar Roesen envisions a future newspaper setup without presses or typesetting. A central room with telegraph lines connects to subscribers via underground cables and home bulletin boards, printing overnight on each reader's page. News flashes to twenty thousand subscribers as it arrives.
Visitors to Bath watch a golden carp trained by Mr. W. Page respond to a dinner call. The fish darts to the surface on disturbance, snatching ants eggs and other dainties, while remaining still near the surface and taking food from the trainer’s fingers.
The document presents a balance sheet with liabilities and assets including capital stock, deposits subject to check, time deposits, and U.S. government securities. It lists a total of liabilities and shows reserves with the Federal Reserve Bank and notes of the bank. The page contains signatures and a solemn oath by J. Wilson as cashier on January 15, 1920.
Notice states that on March 15 1920 all unleased state lands in Bon Homme County will be offered for lease at public auction from 10 a m to 4 p m at the courthouse Pierre South Dakota dated January 1 1920
Repairs and custom furniture notes mention orders and pricing with mentions of chairs and seats. The fragment references a shop offering made to order items at a stated price and selection options.
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