Tragic House Fire Claims Three Brown Children
A family tragedy in the Gareleas addition leaves Wilhelm F. E Brown, his wife, and their three children dead after a blaze destroyed a two room frame house. Neighbors and a local fire crew fought to reach the children but heat and smoke prevented rescue. The coroner and district attorney ordered an inquiry into parental neglect and the bodies were recovered from the debris with no insurance and few possessions.
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Nesonger
Dea
A.B. Murphy
Wilhelm Brown
Wilhelm F. E Brown
Mr. Brown
Abram Bloodood
Frank
J. B. Comer
H. 8. Blood
Will Spong
Thomas Blandy
Kntechbach
Manitoba
Johnny
Elsie
Polly
Brown
Undertak Boos
A Good Saloon Killer in Frederick County
A ruralist notes the last saloon in Frederick died of natural causes after months without support. He links the demise to a failing Alliance and urges quick funerals, suggesting several more corpses await disposal.
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Dakota
Frederick
Heavy Dakota Rains Spread Across South Dakota Regions
A heavy six hour rain swept parts of South Dakota from Watsttown to Clark, easing showery conditions. Farmers report soil moisture high and plan immediate seeding once the rain ceases, with outlook for seed prospects improved by the moisture.
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Dakota
Watsttown
Clark
Moisture Shines Hope Over Farm Harvest Prospects
A farmer faces improved moisture conditions and rising optimism about crop yields as sections of soil receive rain. Officials note precipitation boosts planting prospects and potential market impact for the coming season.
Dakota Rain Delivers Ideal Seeding Conditions
April rain drenches grounds across South and North Dakota. The soaking moisture polishes soil for seeding, described as the best in years. Farmers report persistent showers and excellent ground absorption aiding crop prep.
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Dakota
Railway officials meet in Yankton after rain visit
Mirewest and nearby Woonsocket and Chi lain reported heavy rain. South Dakota railway directors convened today, traveled to Yankton, and then held discussions this afternoon.
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Woonsocket and
Chilain
South Dakota Railway
Yankton
Gloomy political shifts shadow local picket lines
A Grand Army Man notes Representative Pickler and Major Pettigrew shaping Army post influence. Pettigrew of South Dakota is slated for appointment to bolster state representation on a committee while voters fear corruption and the smear of office.
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Pickler
Grand Army
FauxTon
Pettigrew
Wasmarox
South Dakota
Hand Shot Off During Hunting Incident
An accident while out hunting left a hunter with a severely injured right hand after his gun discharged when bumped. Three riders and drivers were nearby as the shot was fired, inflicting flesh wounds on one or more bystanders and causing a minor collision on a rough road.
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Harnoxp
Avril
Frank Spellman
Gifford Faces Harsh Trials in Congress
Canton News reports Representative Gifford endured a severe session with illness trials. He describes twenty days in darkness due to eye trouble, then wife and himself attacked, Mrs Gifford severely ill, their Bailey struck by a disease resembling diphtheria, and Gifford relapsed. Washington note says few survive long.
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Canton
Congress
Bailey
Diphri
Washington
Dnde c
Tax Aberdeen-Bd Off for Car Project
A tax Aberdeen Board decision halts the Mid Rift building project for a car facility. Officials cited financing and zoning concerns as the primary reasons for the delay or cancellation. Local residents awaited further clarification on future plans and potential alternatives.
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Aberdeen
Six Weeks for Sedding and Planting Plan
A brief notice outlines a six week period for seeding and planting tasks. It specifies timelines and the scope of work to be completed within the period.
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Onzx
Oldest Woman in the World Claims 1745 Birth Dates
A frail elderly woman in Freedmantown asserts a birth year of 1745 supported by a blue paper letter. researchers question the age while she recalls historic events and figures from Tennessee to Mississippi, Washington, and colonial wars as locals recount her life.
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Republic
Cape
Afrika
Lucretia
Col. Cole
Washington
Henry County
Tennessee
Thomas Waters
William Rabb
Mars Jef
Rabb
la Grange
Tex
Mississippi
Mars Waters
Mars Cole
July
Gen
Washton
Boston
de Torres
Louis Republic
Prolonged Passion Keeps Men in Horse Racing
An interview in the St. Louis Globe Democrat notes the enduring lure of horse racing. It cites Will Barnes, who sold his stables yet returned to buying yearlings, illustrating how the business attracts lifelong commitment and fascination.
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Will Barnes
Barnes
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
No barriers for a mechanic to join society
An optimistic note argues a mechanic can pursue music and court respectable life just as a salesman, saying societal doors should open equally. It praises self respect and social acceptance over class prejudice, reflecting Oliver Optic's hopeful view of mobility.
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Squire Tinsel
Oliver Optic
Peculiar Ballot Box From Hungary Attracts Attention
A Detroit News excerpt describes Hungarys voting as using enormous cask like ballot boxes and long ballot poles carried by citizens to cast votes for preferred candidates with notable fanfare. Ralph Disraeli, brother of Lord Beaconsfield, retires at 80 after fifty years in public service as deputy clerk of the parliament whom he was appointed by.
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Hungary
Detroit News
Ralph Disraeli
Lord Beaconsfield
the Parlia
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