Odd Fellows Mark 89th Anniversary Celebration
The Odd Fellows celebrated their 89th anniversary in the I O O F hall with about 150 attendees. Grand Secretary H J Rice and Chief Patriarch J L Foxton gave speeches on the order’s principles and global achievements, followed by musical selections and vocal solos. the evening closed with a dinner and dancing until 1 30.
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Odd Fellows
I. O. O. F. Hall
H. J. Rice
J. L. Foxton
Odd Fellow
Odd Fellowship
Grace Gibbs
Alice Shulmner
Eva Willis
Lydia Ritschlag
Dane
Tobacco Tags Bring Some Fine Presents
Reports from local tobacco dealers show a surge in saving tobacco tags as the American Tobacco Company offers valuable presents in exchange. Brands like Standard Navy Spear Head Tinsley Eglantine Sailor's Pride Bridle Bit Tenpenny and others participate with offers including an English steel razor for 50 tags. Dealers stock up to meet demand while some tag savers mail in for a catalog and selections.
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American Tobacco Company
Standard Navy
Court in Chambers Reviews Preston Separation Case
Judge Whiting heard Preston vs Preston to annul a December 31 1907 separation. The court denied Mrs Preston custody and barred Mr Preston from selling the homestead without her written consent. Children remain in Huron. custody per separation contract. The license vote in Wolsey was adjourned for two weeks for more testimony.
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Whiting
Preston
Huron
Wolsey
Electric Bitters Restored Man From Edge Of Death
Nine years ago C Farthing of Mill Creek Indian Territory faced a near fatal decline. A druggist recommended Electric Bitters and the product revived his health giving him strength and a new lease on life.
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Mr. C. Farthing
Mill Creek
Ind
Electric Bitters
Dannie
Select committee probes paper price hearings in Washington
In Washington on April 28 the House select committee on paper prices heard the American Newspaper Publishers Association complaint. Chairman Mann announced a letter from International Paper offering to provide officials and full information and said the firm could testify after publishers. John Norris listed 202 newspapers with paper price increases ranging from 2 to 17 dollars per ton over two years.
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Washington
Select Committee of
The
House
Cannon
American Newspaper Publishers’ Association
United States
Mann
Burbank
International Paper Company
Telegraph
Publishers’ Association
John Norris
Political Speech in House Attacks Bryan and Democrats
In Washington on April 28, Rep. Rodenberg assailed the Democrats and William J. Bryan in the House. He argued Republicans lack a single leader, defend their principles, and reject dynastic control. He contrasted Roosevelt as a practical statesman with Bryan as an impractical dreamer.
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Washington
William J. Bryan
House of Representatives
Rodenberg
Rep
Ill
Republican Party
Bryan
Roosevelt
95 Percent Water Statement at Metropolitan Inquiry
Thomas F. Ryan told a special grand jury that about 95 percent of stock in old railroad and industrial corporations never cost a dollar. Jerome questioned the claim, having reviewed testimony beforehand. The remark reflects the era's speculative finance climate and initial small capitalization.
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New York
Thomas F. Ryan
Metropolitan Street Railway Company
Ryan
Mr. Jerome
Mr. Ryan
Pushing Toward Fez In Moroccan Civil Conflict
Tangier reports Mulai Hafid leading his army through the Chaouia mountains toward Fez and Mequinez, alarming Abdel-Aziz supporters. Fez is said to face bands of fanatics roaming streets and threatening to sack foreign consulates, signaling a grave political crisis.
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Tangier
Mulai Hafid
Chaouia
Fez
Abdel-Aziz
Mequinez
Lures Woman to Her Death in Chicago Chase
Giuseppe Crea of St Paul hunted a former lover across miles swearing vengeance. He lured the woman to Halstead and West Taylor streets in Chicago where he mortally wounded her after a long pursuit.
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Chicago
St. Paul
Guiseppe Crea
Halstead
West Taylor
Excellent Company Man Brings Accident Policy to Huron
Bob French arrived from the Black Hills on Friday and will stay to promote Western Union Accident Insurance Company of Pierre. The firm has operated three months, selling many accident policies with clear terms and straightforward promises. Rates start at eight dollars, with $1000 paid for accidental death and losses of hands or feet or eyes, plus weekly disability benefits. French can explain policy features to interested residents.
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Bob French
Black Hills
Western Union Accident Insurance Company
Pierre
Huron
French
Great Northern Hearing in Huron on Train Case
Northern hearing officials George Rice and others arrived in Huron to examine the Great Northern passenger service between Huron and Willow Lakes. Protests followed after service was discontinued, prompting a state railroad commission hearing set for April 23 with testimony to be taken and a decision expected soon.
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George Rice
Dougherty
Dick Smith
Stanley
Board of Railroad Commissioners
Huron
Great Northern
Willow Lakes
Watertown
State Railroad Commission
Apostle of Personal Liberty Highlighted as Merica Icon
The statement lauds an unnamed figure as the era’s foremost proponent of personal liberty, noting Merica’s role in presenting this emblem to the world and framing the figure as historically prominent.
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Merica
Bad April Storm Hampers South Dakota Settlements
A severe April storm swept most of South Dakota from last Saturday through Monday. Snow fell heavily, melted quickly in the east and south, but lingered and drifted in the north. Stock loss was limited, though some stock was affected. range areas saw little snow and no losses.
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South Dakota
State Board Returns From Willow Lakes After Hearing
The state board of railway commissioners returned from Willow Lakes to Huron after concluding the Great Northern passenger train case known as the Huron Water town passenger case. The board withheld a decision, citing the case's importance and the voluminous evidence.
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State Board of Railway Commissioners
Willow Lakes
Huron
Great Northern
Huron-Watertown
Rail line upgrade planned pending Huron connection
Secretary Stanley of the state board of railway commissioners announced that Great Northern and North Western will install a connecting track, the "Y," at Huron. Shippers urged action earlier, and officials say the work will begin soon.
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Huron
Stanley
State Board of Railway Commissioners
Great Northern
North-Western
Dakota Central Telephone Advertises Long Distance Rates
Long distance service offered with a rate of $1 to the Twin Cities and connections to all points in North Dakota South Dakota Minnesota Iowa Nebraska and as far east as Chicago provided by Dakota Central Telephone Company.
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Up Central
Twin Cities
North Dakota
South Dakota
Minnesota
Iowa
Nebraska
Chicago
Dakota Central Telephone Company
Special China Sale Offers 20 Percent Discount
Big china sale advertises twenty percent off all chinaware with dates listed as 23 and 24. Includes sale at a fancy shop. Items highlighted include Chinaware across categories.
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Eale
Oie Mers
Eminent Authority Endorses Simple Home Kidney Remedy
A nostrums column promotes a fluid extract dandelion half ounce compound karyon one ounce compound syrup sarsaparilla three ounces mixed and taken after meals and at bedtime to relieve backache kidney trouble and urinary issues. A local druggist supports its safety and potential efficacy describing it as harmless and easy to prepare.
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New York Daily
Clean Town Plan Begins May First With Free Cans
The Board of Health announces a garbage removal program starting May 1, 1908. Those with regulation cans 15 by 26 inches will have their waste emptied free of charge, while others must dispose of garbage at their own expense. Cans cost $2.50 at hardware stores. Only one load of manure per place is allowed at a time and streets must be kept clear.
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E. B. Taylor
J. O. VanSycxter
P. Matong
Board of Health
French Coach Stallion Unanima to Stand at Third Street Barn
Noted French stallion Unanima will stand the season at a barn on Third Street between Idaho and unnamed cross street. Details on services or stud terms awaited.
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Unanima
Third Street
Idaho
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