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Newspaper
The Citizen Republican
Location
Scotland, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1907
Page
2
The Inner Hebrides island Ranaay, linked to Skye by a mainland connection, failed to attract buyers at a $225,000 upset price. Its estate includes a mansion and grounds with Brochel castle ruins nearby, tied to the McLeod lineage and referenced in literature.
Fragmentary clippings recount diverse notes from history era: Mary Won of Oregon claimed as oldest living person born Knoxville Tennessee May 20 1787. scattered items discuss army rations, ferry workers hiring stenographers, potato disease in North Wales, actress Modjeska memoirs, Korean graft payment anecdote, Democratic ticket jokes in Cleveland, and various oddities about postage and machinery production.
In the James valley area, Beadle and neighboring counties report no green bugs in fields. Agriculture officials say the so called green bug is likely native aphid—not damaging crops. Kansas City crop experts found insects are harmless, grain shows strong growth, and corn prospects remain uncertain but promising as weather improves.
Secretary of War Taft arrived in Strsix Monday afternoon to an enthusiastic crowd after a late train caused by stops at Hot Springs and Rapid City. He received gifts including a handgor handsaw toma hawk in Rapid City and a silver named hair bridle in Sturgis. He spoke about Port Meade and regimental posting, reviewed Fort Meade, and attended a reception at Colonel Alex Rogers residence before heading east at 7:45. About 160 from Deadwood and Lead joined excursion trains to Sturgis for the event.
Aberdeen South Dakota June 19 three men died and another was critically injured when a steam plow outfit boiler exploded four miles west of Selby. Oscar Baker Wash Koehler Sam Baker and owner W H Curle were connected to the machine. Oscar Baker was blown 60 feet and died instantly. Koehler died later and Sam Baker died during examination of injuries. Carlo is not expected to live.
Yankton South Dakota June 11 1914 a fierce storm Saturday night blew the Steel Catholic church twelve miles north of Yankton to pieces. The building and contents were worth 7000 dollars with no other serious loss reported.
Two young children drown in separate mishaps near Mason City Iowa and Pierre South Dakota. An 8 year old girl in Pierre was blown into a small stream and drowned before aid arrived. In Mason City a 5 year old boy slipped from a bank into a creek while his older brother swam nearby and died.
In St Louis a case linked to green wallpaper is under review after examinations by City Chemist Thomas A Buckland and follow up by Miss Tosa Reavis. A peculiar skin rash and illness arose after extended exposure in the home parlor, with details evolving as doctors treat the patient.
The former editor and publisher of the Chicago Chronicle has accepted a position in the investment department of a St Louis publication. The move reflects continued involvement in journalism and editorial writing within the regional press landscape.
Flandreau SD June 18 The defense in the Kaufmann murder trial wore 14 8¢ Saturday to its apparent entire satisfaction and believes material progress has been made in proving Mrs Emma Kaufmann guilty of the cruel murder of her young domestic Agnes Poireis The witness Moses Kaufmann husband of the accused gave a dramatic account of relations with Mrs Kaufmann and Agnes Poireis and the incidents before the girl was taken to hospitals where she died The cross examination concluded and Dr Albert Ryder and Dr L C Mead testified on diabetes mellitus and blood clots The trial grows in interest with many spectators filling aisles and court edges as sessions run long. Judge Smith postponed Gregory county term due to the proceedings. both sides remain eager and active
Yankton South Dakota residents debate a local oil find after Samuel Leuenberger brings water from a spring west of town. The incident sparks curiosity about a petroleum belt and whether the area could become a major oil site. Local reaction grows as details remain sparse and speculative.
The report details witness testimony about Agnes Kaufmann and her illness and death, noting German language use and the suspect’s statements, the hospital visit, and lack of money offers to pay for care. It also covers Black Hills Soldiers' and Sailors' reunion plans in Hot Springs with a detailed June program, plus civic beautification efforts in Watertown and prize incentives.
Spanish grafters target Americans with swindle letters and fake fortunes. The American minister in Madrid warns readers to ignore circulars and not send money, noting multiple cases across Iowa New Hampshire Montana and Ohio. The article urges local papers to publish details to halt the scheme.
In Pierre South Dakota June 17 a U S court awarded Charles E Furman of Rochester $3000 plus interest on bonds issued by St Lawrence township to fund an artesian well for irrigation under the Melville irrigation code. The town has largely declined since and several related securities remain unpaid as residents resist principal payments and the township’s growth waned. In Sioux Falls Saint All Saints School under Bishop Hare closed for the year with commencement exercises and a portrait of Bishop Hare unveiled in the chapel alongside diploma awards and remarks from Bishop Tuttle.
Wagner D. June 17 The incorporators of the Wagner Lake and Armour Traction company held their first regular meeting at this place. Officers elected include President John Abshe Vice President John Stedrowsky Secretary E P Wanzer Treasurer A Amundson Auditor A H Peare. Arrangements were made to take over the electric light and power plant at Wagner to build the power house at Armour and place orders for machinery at once. Estimated cost about 25000.
Sioux Falls saw a scare as a fire and strong winds endangered the Getn restaurant on South Phillips avenue, a frame snack building next to the Norton-Murry block. Fire crews protected the structure, with estimated damage about 2500 dollars to the building and contents.
Pierre S D June 18 Charles King the Scotland bank wrecker pled guilty to twelve counts including false reports to the comptroller misapplication of funds drawing ratto without authority false entry and abstracting of funds. He was sentenced to five years in Leavenworth federal prison. He broke down in court and his lawyers said he acted to save the bank and did not profit personally. He remains in custody for the case.
A report notes that the Indian known as Yellow Boy is charged with murder and the fate of both him and another involved will be decided, with potential transfer to Leavenworth together if convicted.
Huron South Dakota June 18 Over 200 bankers attended the state association meeting. Next meeting will be in Deadwood next summer. Officers elected H I Sheldon Waters Town president J Platt Clark secretary Ed J Miller Huron treasurer. Executive committee P M Brooder Deadwood J R Hughes Gettysburg C H Burrell Vermillion Isaac Lincoln Aberdeen F C Dun-
Fourth in wheat, third in cattle, second in gold, and first in tin production, South Dakota is hailed as a peerless state. RH. C. Issenhuth, retiring president of the South Dakota, cites the state’s standing as emblematic of national pride. The remarks reference leaders including Parker, H. R. Dennis, M. J. Chaney, Drew, Highmore, A. W. Bowline, Springfield, and Sioux Falls, with Wakonda noted among cited locales.
At the bankers convention in the city Mr Issenhuth cited figures showing wealth rising faster than population. Bank deposits averaged 107.50 per capita with 418.58 of new wealth produced per person in 1896. South Dakota population is 465,000 and 1896 product wealth reached 146,812,524.20.
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