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Newspaper
The Citizen Republican
Location
Scotland, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1910
Page
2
A long passage covers diverse topics from bread bleaching experiments in South Dakota to court cases and social notes. It mentions Irene Osgood and Margaret Tittiner, and discusses law, punishment forms, and a Shanghai newspaper item, with scattered references to mining in Chili and a coal mine project.
A damaged OCR item notes a proposed CE plant to serve the Black Hills region. Mentions individuals Tide City Chel and Pasex Hike with unspecified roles. Details are unclear due to illegible text but imply a regional industrial project and expected supply outcomes.
Two men face charges after authorities say a gang stole a whole car load of cattle from the Se toe region. The hearing for one accused conspirator is set for June 8 as local officials pursue ongoing investigations into organized cattle theft across the Missouri River tributaries.
Fire of unknown origin destroyed Ratley barn at midnight near Fort Dodge. Two valuable horses perished in the blaze. The wreck occurred not long after Ratley, recently married to Mia, relocated from Wisconsin to Mount Horeb.
A ceremonial dedication in the state capitol is highlighted as a historic event in honoring statehood. The piece notes attendees, rituals, and community reverberations tied to the occasion.
An unknown shooter wounded two men after a street confrontation near Deweed and OL lane last night. One victim likely fatally injured. police believe the incident began from a street altercation involving a teenager from Joho Tembijunovack and others. Authorities continue to investigate the motive and identify the suspects.
Brookings and Sioux Falls Railway Company sales indicate rights to a Winnipeg Gulf line across Sioux City to Fargo and through Rutland Webster Watertown Brookings and Fenn. Survey for the Winnipeg Gulf relin e is near completion between Sioux City and Fargo. The Brookings project includes an electric railway connecting Winnipeg and Gulf via intermediate points.
Two strangers James Bush aged 50 and Badie Mick aged 30 were arrested after a sharp-eyed clerk halted a clothing theft at Jensen store. Pursuit by Jack Walsh and Edward Clark ended in Vilas. both men pleaded guilty and face sentencing in Sioux Falls. Old Settlers and soldiers’ union meet in Oncoma on June 17 and 18 with large turnout expected. Viborg man killed in runaway accident when a fear-stricken horse ran into a wire fence. coroner’s jury finds accidental death.
A passenger was killed when he fell between a passenger tender and baggage car on a Saturday run toward Alexandria. Coroner Gifford and a jury ruled accidental death as parts were found scattered along the track. Tenant A N Rymer had seen a man on the tender hours earlier.
Niles Swenson, a 7 year old farmer in Clay County, was convicted last October of murdering his daughter in law Bertha Swenson at their Al ac a farm by poison on July 7, 1909. He has been granted a new trial by Judge Tripp amid defense claims. The case also centered on an accusation that Bertha stole $600 from Swenson, who had kept $2,000 in gold in a granary.
Ranchers report anthrax among Angus and Hereford stock along the Lawrence Meade county line north of West Wood. C F Smith alerted authorities. State Inspector S E Cosford arrived as drastic measures begin to contain the outbreak. No spread yet but cattle deaths reported.
May 21 report from Oye Pas details Monroe Michigan plans to unveil a memorial statue to General George A. Custer on June 4 with President Taft present. It recalls Custer and his troopers 1876 battle on the Little Big Horn, where 265 were killed and 52 wounded, and notes the battlefield now draws increasing tourists.
Peter Meier of Codington County dies at 103, reportedly the oldest man in South Dakota. His daughter Mrs Nicholas Husvick of Hamlin County dies two days later at 83. Both deaths attributed to old age after long farming life and later residence with his daughter.
State and government forces coordinate in the Missouri valley to enforce dipping laws for scabbies. Several herds in Hughes Sully and Potter counties show effects and are monitored to prevent spread. A prior statewide quarantine and dipping campaign reduced cases, but laxness led to renewed concerns.
Yenkton South Dakota May 91 E N Mc Callum a smooth worker in worthless checks is in jail here for trial and the list of banks he has worked is increasing rapidly Banks at Tabor Utica Centerville Mission Hill Scotland Delmont Kay lor and others all cashed checks for McCallum to the extent of 20 each within the past few days He was using an auto in his operations.
Aberdeen June 4 Judge McNulty will sentence W. Roycraft on June 6 for second degree assault of 16 year old Ethel Wilson. Roycraft's Wisconsin relatives funded his defense, but evidence was strong against him. The penalty ranges from five to 12 years in prison. A new trial will be sought.
Watertown June 4 State game warden W F Bancroft announced all dams on streams in the state must include fishways. He will test the plan at Sioux Falls if opposition arises. Dam owners on the Big Sioux at Sioux Falls were asked to build fish passages or face court. The program aims to keep the Big Sioux open from its mouth to Lake Kampeska while urging similar action on other major rivers.
South Dakota National Guard officers gathered at Fort Meade in the Black Hills for two weeks of officers' school starting July 2. About 70 officers participated under Captain Farrand of the 19th United States Cavalry as instructor. The program covered a wide range of military tactics to prepare officers to train their units and annual encampments.
Murdo South Dakota report of a new cement block manufacturing plant under promoter C M McDonnell. The plant will build a 25 by 49 foot two story basement building to demonstrate product quality. Also notes Memorial Day services, Methodist Church program by Dr C Murray, and reorganization of the Murdo Commercial Band.
Fire at Henry and destroys King’s livery barn in Yankton South Dakota. Nine horses perish as bucket brigades save nearby buildings during a gale. Other brief items note McClymonds scholarships at Huron College and local marriages and church developments.
Wessington Springs South Dakota June 4 1914 two features mark the Jerauld county Old Settlers celebration a children oratorical contest for entrants under 16 with cash prizes and a schedule of sports for the thousands expected at the June 16 event.
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