Prohibition Party Lacks Primary Ticket In Prohibition Era
The piece notes the Shei prohibition party has no candidate in the primary, while constitutional prohibition renders the prohibition party ineffective. It also details a state selective draft call of 1040 men starting May 25 and a training course at Dunwoodie Institute in Minneapolis for various mechanical trades. Hutchinson county is set to provide eight men for mechanical training and eighty for regular service.
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Shei Prohibition Party
Prohibition Party
Dunwoodie Institute
Minneapolis
Lon Bamme‘county
Hutchinson County
State fuel administrator cites coal shift and smoke vision limits
W C Bickelhaupt says government will massively increase anthracite coal use for stations and domestic allotments will drop. He notes tests show soft coal smoke is visible by periscope at 26 miles while hard coal smoke is seen only six miles.
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W. C. Bickelhaupt
Minneapolia
Ocean
Yankton Students Rally In Patriotic Display After German Texts Seized
Students at Yankton high school staged a patriotic protest during a week of activities. About 25 youths entered the school, confiscated German text books, formed a parade to the Missouri River, sang the Star Spangled Banner, and disposed of the books in the river before marching through city streets with patriotic hymns.
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Yankton
Missouri River
Finley argues excess war profits tax critique
Avon Clarion columnist Jas C Finley defends nonpartisan league resolutions and attacks claims that business interests drove the war. He notes wartime needs forced manufacturers to invest heavily, with government urging production and workers aiding the war effort despite future profitability concerns.
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Jas. C. Finley
Avon
Avon Clarion
League
Mr. Finley
England
Anappes
Germania Herald retracts three year misperception on England war
The Milwaukee based Germania Herald concedes it was misled about Germanys stance as England entered the present war. An editorial retracts all prior claims echoed from German minister Prince Lichnowsky. Confession, though late, questions the papers judgment from the start.
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Germania Herold
Milwaukee
Germany
England
Prince Lichcowsky
War letter from France chronicles roads and farming life
Dr Leighton writes from France in March 1918 describing war conditions, weather, and road networks. He compares French and American farming practices, noting crushed rock roads, hilly terrain, and limited use of vehicles. He mentions village life, farming methods, and hopes to return to America after harvest.
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France
Lorenzo Hebbert
Wartorn
Nebraska
Yankton
Misouri
Dakota
America
Gerd Bf Abel
Cain
Coupons on Liberty Bonds Due and War Savings Plan Push
Coupons on Liberty Bonds will be due the 15th of this month and other coupons mature on June 16. Efforts aim to have coupon holders accept War Savings Stamps in payment, helping the government and reinvesting the proceeds in interest bearing securities.
Yankton asylum inmate proclaims himself king of the world
An Argus Leader report notes a Yankton asylum inmate believes he is king of the world. His delusion is described as harmless compared with the Kaiser’s, who has a nation following his lead.
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Argus
Yankton
Kaiser
Mitchell recruit claims first Mennonite to enlist in U S Army
Bridgewater officers announce Robert Kleinsasser of Free man aged 20 as the first Mennonite to volunteer for service in the United States Army. He heads to camp saying it is God's fight. Kleinsasser is a known figure in Bridgewater, having spent Sundays this spring with friend Joe Wipf.
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Bridgewater Thibune
Mitchell
Robert Kleinsasser
Freeman
Kleinsasser
Bridgewater
Joe 8
Wipf
Vote for Congressman G. H. Dillon May 28
Congressman C. H. Dillon backed all war measures and progressive bills. He has served constituents diligently, making him the experienced choice. This ad urges voters to support G. H. Dillon on May 28.
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C. H. Dillon
G. H. Dillon
War Saving Stamps Sales in Bon Homme County May 11 1918
Weekly and total War Savings data for Bon Homme County listing town by town sales for the week ending May 11 1918. Scotland Tabor Tyndall Kingeburg Banning Water Springfield Ayn and Bootland show multiple figures with a county total of 15148.58 and grand county totals up to May 11 including towns and partial entries.
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Bon Homme Co
Scotland
Bootland
Tabor
Tyndall
Ronzing
Rae Ater
Springfield
Christopherson Congressional Club Formed in Sioux Falls
Friends of Charles A. Christopher son organize a Christopherson Congressional Club to run activities aimed at securing the nomination of the Sioux Falls attorney at the primaries on May 28.
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Charles A. Christopherson
Christopherson
Congressional Club
Sioux Falls
Bushfield Seeks Attorney General Post on Experience
Harlan J. Bushfield of Miller campaigns for attorney general citing long state residency since 1883 and fourteen years of successful law practice. He faces several younger attorneys, but argues his practical experience would benefit the state.
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Harlan J. Bushfield
Miller
Territory
Bushfield
Green Operated For Strangulated Hernia In May
Siegle Green underwent an operation Monday May 6 for a strangulated hernia. Doctors Hollingsworth Berry and Klima found extensive bowel gangrene and the outlook is very doubtful. Friends remain hopeful for his recovery. W L and R R Robinson and wives came from Tyndall to visit. They recently returned from Texas in a new Kiseel car and plan to go to Wyoming to work for the Tyndall and Wyoming Oil Co.
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Siegle Green
R. R. Robinson
Texas
Wyoming
Tyndall and Wyoming Oil Co
Notice to Creditors in estate of James Sardeson
State of South Dakota Bon Homme County In County Court In the matter of the Estate of James Sardeson deceased Notice to Creditors presents claims verified by law to executor J L Meigher Scotland South Dakota within six months from first publication All claims not presented will be forever barred Dated this day of May 1918
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James Sardeson
Smid
J. L. Meigher
Scotland
South Dakota
National Guger Refining Co of New Jersey Earnings 1917
The National Guger Refining Company of New Jersey reports 1917 earnings of 4,046, but 1916 earnings were 324,064. Net profits for 1917 exceed those of 1916 by a notable margin. The text notes existing low taxes and an excess profits rate near 82 percent. Congressman Dillon advocates materially higher excess profits taxes.
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Eamings
National Guger Refining Company of
New Jersey
Dillon
Bachfield for Attorney General in experience and service
Supporters highlight Harlan J. Bachfield as the experienced capable choice for Attorney General. The ad stresses proven service and ability to lead the office effectively.
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Harlan J. Bachfield
Hiim
Ady
Bon Homme County Treasurer Candidacy Announcement
Chas. E. Bixby announces his candidacy for county treasurer of Bon Homme County on the Republican ticket, subject to the party voters in the May 1918 primary.
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Bon Homme County
Chas
Bixby
Hinman Seeks Bon Homme Register of Deeds Nomination
Ted A Hinman announces his candidacy for Bon Homme County South Dakota Register of Deeds subject to Republican voters in the May 1918 primary. He states he will seek the office if the party wills it.
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Register of Deeds
Puckett Opens Bid for Bon Homme County Judge Seat
G C Puckett announces candidacy for County Judge of Bon Homme County subject to Republican voters in the May 1918 primaries. The statement names the office and party and sets the timeline for the election.
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Bon Homme County
G. C. Puckett
Schroder seeks Bon Homme Register of Deeds post
In a formal notice to voters in Bon Homme County the announced candidate PL Schroder says he seeks the office of Register of Deeds subject to Republican support. He states his candidacy is officially filed and ready for ballot consideration.
John W Slater Seeks Register of Deeds in Bon Homme
The Register of Leeds candidate John W Slater announces his bid for the office of Register of Deeds of Bon Homme County. Primary election day is in May.
County Sheriff Candidacy Announcement in Bon Homme SD
County official announces candidacy for sheriff of Bon Homme County South Dakota subject to Republican primary vote in May 1918.
Stanley Kramar Announces Candidacy for Bon Homme County Auditor
County candidate Stanley Kramar declares his bid for Bon Homme County Auditor subject to Democratic voters will. He thanks supporters and signs his name in a formal notice.
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Bon Homme
Stanley Kramar
Address FJCHENEY Sold by all drameieiep Téc
Gail's family faces a string of events as a new sale listing shifts ownership and prompts local inquiries. Officials and brokers remain tight lipped while residents await clearer details on who holds the deed and what the transaction entails.
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Gail
Lawrence Wagner Seeks Bon Homme County Sheriff Nomination
Lawrence Wagner announces candidacy for Sheriff of Bon Homme County South Dakota subject to Republican primary voters in May 1918. The announcement frames his bid as aligned with the will of the GOP electorate.
Democratic candidacy for Clerk of Courts at 1918 May primaries
The candidate announces run for Clerk of Courts on the Democratic ticket in the May 1918 primaries. Voters are urged to support the campaign.
State Senator Candidacy for Bon Homme County
J H Stephens announces candidacy for State Senate to represent Bon Homme County in the upcoming legislature subject to Republican voters at the May 1918 primary.
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Bon Homme County
J. H. Stephens
Stodderd Announces Candidacy for Clerk of Courts May 28 1918
CG E Stodderd announces as Republican candidate for Clerk of Courts at the Primary Election May 28 1918. He thanks voters and mentions Congressman C H Dillon.
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