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Newspaper
The Citizen Republican
Location
Scotland, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
2
The article surveys ivory sources from Africa and across colder regions, noting high value and vast tusk sizes. It also recounts archival curiosities about Napoleon and Talma, morganatic marriage terms, and historical medical practices, alongside university enrollment figures and various global notes.
An 1907 debate outlines a pending initiative in South Dakota to limit divorces for residents married outside the state. It proposes a six month residence, then a one year wait, with hearings at regular terms. Nonresidents face stricter rules, and Nebraska compares as a potential alternative.
A May 26 cablegram from Mme Alina Gould says George J Gould may consent to Anna Gould’s marriage to Prince DeSagan, weakening his opposition. Mrs George Gould and five children, who sailed to Europe on the Cecile May 12, diverted to Cherbourg then Paris, visiting Mme Gould at 22 Avenue Malakos after arriving last Wednesday.
In Des Moines Iowa May 26 police and newly organized vigilantes pursue a second Black man linked to a night time assault on Mrs W H Risser near a schoolhouse. Emil Kaufman encountered a wary Black man who tried to pick a fight but the man vanished as the search continued.
San Francisco reports say 18 year old Robert W. Pul Jertin son of a St. Laure millionaire was brought from Seattle by two detectives to answer a New York wronging charge. Superior Judge Seawall released him on writ of habeas corpus after hearing, while police debated fugitive from justice status. He was then taken from the courtroom by his attorney and remains at liberty.
A Captain Paul C. Hutter report from Fort Witham Hill notes that forty eight percent of the Alaska Native population suffer tuberculosis and nearly all children show signs of the disease. The text mentions a reward and a detachment of the Tenth Infantry, but the exact details are unclear due to OCR errors.
Huron records show Sheriff Younus serving notice on the Great Northern Railway to restore daily passenger service between Furien and Watertown. The move follows a local protest by Huron citizens via the Commercial Club over the company’s temporary service amid depot construction and street privileges. The railroad’s response is awaited.
The lone expected receiver's sale of the Missouri River & Northwestern railroad, known as the Crouchie, operating between tere and Myslio, was ordered by Judge McGee. The foreclosure action, requested by Cleveland Trust Company, follows a bond issue of $1,000,000 and sets June 22 as the sale date.
Deadwood South Dakota May 25 After 24 years on the federal grand jury here a true bill was returned against George F Horran the local cashier of the Hot Springs National Bank for the embezzlement of about 3.00 or more The defendant faces trial Wayne Ned May 25 Eph Anderson named commissioner to succeed R Russell who resigned
Lincoln Nebraska May 25. Governor Sheldon may grant clemency to a man charged with massaging another Indian’s cranium with a neck yoke in a case linked to South Dakota and Nebraska, listing a roster of alleged defendants including Eagle Hawk No Good and Medicine Whirlwind.
In White Plains supreme court Claude F. Day testifies against Mrs. and Mr. Turner of Malone, claiming they alienated his wife Hazel from him after the birth of their daughter Virginia. Day, a former Jersey City factory president, says Virginia provoked the couple to separate the couple. He sues for $100,000 claiming loss of consortium and marital harmony.
At Mohonk New Jersey on May 2 the Lake Mohonk conference on international arbitration adopted a peace platform. It commends The Hague conference and 59 international arbitration treaties in five years, praises educational and professional groups for war prevention, and notes the invitation to a future Hague meeting. Baron Kogoro Takahira, Japanese ambassador, delivered the principal address.
In East Cambridge a jury found for Professor Philipps Belknap Murton, formerly of Harvard, in a breach of promise case brought by Annie Manley. The plaintiff sought 25000 dollars but damages were denied. The judge noted the jury must decide if Murton promised to marry and whether her past life affected any liability. The court recalled the jury over remarks about Murton calling a court staffer "my old woman."
New York dispatches report a general tendency toward improvement despite inclement weather. Don's review tomorrow will reflect gains, with New York stock market activity more lively though other reading centers show larger foes, especially in the West.
The grand lodge of Odd Fellows and Rebekah Assembly in South Dakota conclude annual session in Shum Falls and adjourn to Deadwood next year. New officers named for three year terms include Grand Patriarch M. J. Sweetlue and Grand High Priest R. B. Jones. Rebekah Assembly installs officers led by Grand President Mary B. Bilinghuest and Grand Vice President Edna Lindquist.
Pier, S. D., May 21. Attorney General Clark has opened proceedings to forfeit charters and bar the Williams Brothers Lumber, Lampert Lumber, and John W. Tuthill Lumber companies for alleged price and trade agreements. Widespread public interest centers on restoring competition, with similar actions in other counties.
Sioux Falls May 24 A determined effort to block Logan Iowa from taking D P Hunter for forgery trial continues. South Dakota Governor issued a requisition but Hunter's bondman Joe Kirby posted 804 and filed a habeas corpus action against Minnehaha County Sheriff. A hearing before Judge Jones is set for tomorrow.
Mrs. W. B. Sherrard wife of the South Dakota Children's Home superintendent died today in Sioux Falls. Death followed weariness from old age. She and her husband helped originate the home and she was active with the hose band in the early work of the institution.
The state Board of Regents chose G. G. Wenzlaff, Yankton county superintendent, to be president of Springfield Normal School and he has accepted. Wenzlaff was formerly a Yankton College faculty member and is described as a thorough school man.
Levi Moore of Fort Pierre traveled to DeGrey five miles down the river and identified the body found there as his son Frank a five year old who drowned here in March. The body was brought to this city and prepared for burial.
The second section of the Southern Pacific Oregon Express was wrecked by a broken wall at Pinele last night in Oakland California. One man was killed and four injured.
Pierre May 23 The capitol commission formally chose Thursday June 25 as the date for laying the cornerstone. Representatives will attend from all affairs adoration banners will bend sine to in the ceremonies Beadle of science will make the address.
In a 4 mile gale, the A L Van Osdel store at Mission Hill four miles north of Yankton SD was destroyed along with the adjacent bank. Van Osdel’s loss totals 29000 with 9000 insured. bank valued at 5000 with partial insurance. Yankton fire department fought the blaze. second fire at Van Osdel store in four years.
The appeal in the Kaufmann case is set for June 11 at Pierre before the supreme court. Attorney General Clark and state officials oppose the motion for a new trial, with arguments by Orr of Minnesota County, The Null of Huron, and Whiting of Woonsocket. Decision may take months.
The May weekly weather bulletin notes a dry stretch until Wednesday and Friday, with unsettled wet weather midweek and in the east on Friday. Heavy rain fell across much of the state, sunshine was scarce, winds were strong in the central and eastern counties, and no frost occurred. Temperatures ran above normal overall, with a high of 87 at Marion and a low around 34 at Kidder. Inflow exceeded an inch statewide, with some counties in the James River valley topping four inches. Mitchell, Davison County recorded 6.26 inches on the 13th and 14th, delaying rail traffic. In Huron contracts for city development, the Commercial Club and Municipal Service League of Chicago plan to provide city development guidance, viewed as a profitable investment.
In Hot Spring on May 22 Richard Craver died after Rob Stockton of Edgemont shot him in Cramer's shop as Charles Cramer and his son restrained Stockton. Stockton fled, was chased, and later arrested by Marshal Doran. The fatal shooting stemmed from a long standing feud between the rival blacksmiths.
A massive forest fire at Long Pine northwest of Belle Fourche began Friday night at Plum creek head, fanned by high winds, burning over 10 000 acres across ten miles by one to two miles wide, threatening residents until government crews extinguished it. The fire consumed young timber, mirroring a past blaze from twenty two years ago.
Trenton Ohio May 22 Colonel Evan S T Williams a leading attorney in southern Ohio died in the streetcar collision that also seriously injured Joseph Cloran when their buggy was struck by a street car.
In Grand Rapids on May 22 42 year old Michael Mogan died while dining at the Scent restaurant attempting to swallow a porterhouse steak whole. He choked and collapsed. an ambulance arrived but he did not survive.
A Chancery court ruling holds a Dakota divorce invalid for a British Columbia youth Richard Stir Ung. He loses Scotland estates worth 500000 dollars because George Smith was not domiciled in Dakota. The court also deems the divorce and Mrs. Smith's remarriage invalid.
Rapid City rushes a jury in the murder case of Mary Barbour accused of killing her adopted daughter Rose Tessa. After two hours of deliberation the jury could not reach a verdict and was discharged. Two jurors reportedly stood for acquittal.
Sioux Fells May 21 The people of Huron and Watertown and towns on the Great Northern between the cities win a victory as the state railroad commissioners order restoration of the discontinued passenger service. Also in South Dakota many incorporations filed in Pierre and Wessington Springs to add a high school course to the public schools.
Pierre S D May 21 The Northwestern Western Railway added a sleeper coach to the night trains running between Huron and the Black Hills, increasing comfort for travelers on the Monday service for capital visitors.
Clinton May 71 The second Snell will trial opens with jurors selected while Judge Philbrick probes immorality and scienceless women seeking Colonel Snell's money. The court is poised to allow evidence and letters allegedly written by Mabel Snell McNamara of Kansas City, previously ruled out in the first trial.
Freano Cal May 21 The Democratic state convention adopts a platform directing California delegates to support William Jennings Bryan for president.
Laporte Indiana May 21 Sheriff Simizer and Miner Schultz sifting debris of the Gunness fire recovered upper and lower plates from Mrs Gunness mouth both containing worn teeth identified by Dr Morton. The sheriff declared this proof beyond doubt that Mrs Gunness was burned to death in the fire.
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