Republican State Convention Call for South Dakota Delegates
A call to Republican electors for a delegate convention to be held at Cotchell on August 7, 1898. It invites voters to unite to elect delegates for offices including Lieutenant Governor Secretary of State and more. Representation is apportioned by county with two at large delegates plus one per seventy five votes for Ringsrud in 1896. J D Elliott chairs with R S Person as secretary.
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South Dakota
South Dapate
Cotchell
Enceier
Congress
Giorney General
Ican
A. ©. Ringsrud
Diabbas Acess
Aurora County Backs Pickler for Congress
Aurora County residents express support for Pickler in the congressional race, signaling local backing and campaign momentum for the candidate.
Yankton County Delegation Led by Robert Gamble
Robert Gamble leads the Yankton county delegation in a regional gathering. The meeting focuses on local governance issues and county priorities.
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Robert Gamble
Yankton County
Roddle Faces No Opposition for Re nomination
W H Roddle will run unopposed for re nomination in the upcoming race confirming his continued position. No other candidates have filed or declared against him, ensuring a straightforward ballot for supporters and constituents.
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W. H. Roddle
Gamble backed by Yankton Gazette push for state treasurer
Fall River county endorses John Burke for state treasurer while the Yankton Gazette carries a valiant editorial in Gamble's favor. Mark Hanna takes a vacation in Yellowstone National Park.
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The
Yankton Gazette
Gamble
Fall River County
John Burke
Mark Hanna
Yellowstone National Park
Counties Showcasing Candidates in Mitchell Event
Thirty five counties will present candidates to Mitchell, outlining local contenders and regional interest in the event. The gathering highlights county representation and the progression of candidates through early stages.
Danforth Withdraws From Turner County Race
J. E. Danforth of Turner County has officially withdrawn from the electoral contest, ending his candidacy and triggering adjustments to the upcoming county race slate.
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J. E. Danforth
Turner County
Greeley Named Candidate for Lieutenant Governor
M. F. Greeley of Duel is now mentioned as a candidate for lieutenant governor. The notice places him among contenders in the political contest and outlines his candidacy within the current election context.
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M. F. Greeley
Duel
Captain Clark of the Oregon Sick List
Captain Clark of the Oregon is on the sick list with hopes for a speedy recovery.
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Clark
The
Oregon
Phillips for governor and Gifford for congress
A voter asks how the pairing of Phillips running for governor and Gifford for Congress would come across, prompting discussion of political dynamics and potential cross-endorsement effects.
Reed Renominated for Congress amid House Speakership Talk
The text states Thomas B. Reed has been renominated for Congress and will be the next speaker of the house. It asserts the Republican Party needs unselfish leadership at Mitchell and that the campaign is won. It notes the Spanish American War has been bloodless from an American view.
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Thomas B. Reed
Congress
House
Republican Party
Mitchell
Rumor Afoot Van Cise Eyes Congress Seat Against Local Pulse
Rumor says Van Cise plans a congressional bid despite his home county backing Phillips. The report notes local sentiment and potential party dynamics shaping the race.
McKinley Signals Steady Hand in Wartime Demands
The statement asserts the government will not pause its war effort until its legitimate demands are met, with President McKinley maintaining firm control over policy and actions.
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McKinley
Pennington County Endorses Two State Ticket Candidates
Pennington County backs both contenders for the state ticket in a swift show of support. Endorsements highlight shared goals and local backing for the slate.
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Pennington County
Ex Governor Sheldon Named Aide-de-Camp to G A R Commander
Former governor Sheldon joins the staff as aide-de-camp to the commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, marking a ceremonial appointment within the veteran organization.
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Sheldon
Commander In Chief of the
Grand Army of the Republic
Secretary Alger Rebukes Roosevelt on Volunteer Service
Secretary Alger issues a firm rebuke to Teddy Roosevelt while noting that the rough riders are not the only volunteers in service. The statement underscores broader enlistment beyond Roosevelt's unit.
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Alger
Teddy Roosevelt
Rough Riders
Sea Water Gold Man’s Fresh Haul Sparks Humble Scheme
A statement claims a man gathered a fine haul of fresh fish while criticizing the public for being misled by a large hoax. The referenced Bryan organized a scheme that succeeded only by a narrow margin.
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Sea Water
Bryan
Spain's Honor in Caribbean War Strife Deepens
The note suggests Spain may need more concessions before yielding the West Indies and hints at broad support for aggressive wartime measures against the region.
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Spain
West Indies
Pickler Gains Ground In Mitchell County Support
J A Pickler is building a growing base with pledges from more counties than any other congressional candidate. The developing following indicates increasing influence in Mitchell.
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J. A. Pickler
Mitchell
Pickler
Candidates Planned for Mitchell Convention Entry
All the candidates likely to be presented to the Mitchell convention have been entered in the race. Delegates elected should now do a little thinking so when the time comes for action no mistakes will be made.
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Mitchell
Railroads Reassessed as Board Raises Value Per Mile
The Board of Equalization increased railroad assessment by $100 per mile bringing rail lines to parity with other property in the state. Authorities seek further steps to equalize property valuations across sectors and ensure consistent taxation.
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Board of Equalization
Populists Swing From Hatred to Admiration of Mayhew
Six months earlier the populists in the state despised Mayhew with bitter enmity. Now they praise him as a model and claim him as one of their own. The rapid shift in stance is striking and surprising.
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Mayhew
County Delegates and Local Rivalry Stir Political Moves
Sully county delegates to Mitchell are instructed for Pickler. The major is cutting into Burke's territory. Police expect charges that Burke and Pickler collude in support of the machine.
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Sully County
Mitchell
Pickler
Mr. Burke
Burke
Burke congress candidacy loses public favor at Mitchell
Burke's bid for congress fails to win broad local support as counties allied with Hughes oppose him. Despite some campaign strengths, the effort now seems stranded and unlikely to succeed at Mitchell.
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Chas. H. Burke
Congress
Hughes County
Burke
Mitchell
Homesteaders Serving in War Treated as Residents
Congress enacted a June 16, 1898 law declaring homesteaders who enter the army or navy during war shall be treated as residing and cultivating their tract for the same period. Registers and receivers are instructed to reject any contest filings in such cases.
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United States
Congress
Spain
Mitchell delegates urged unified ticket for strong Republican state
The text calls for a single strong Republican ticket for the state, urging delegates at Mitchell to drop personal ties, unite, and select capable candidates for the state and congressional offices. It argues the machine should accept the platform and antis should compromise, with Gamble, Pickler, Burke, Elrod, and Dollard as viable choices if qualified.
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Mitchell
Congressional
Washington
Gamble
Pickler
Burke
Elrod
Dollard
Treasury chief replies on revenue stamps for land office forms
N B Scott of the treasury answers Binger Hermann’s request for guidance on internal revenue stamps. The memo covers stamps required on documents tied to land office operations including registers certificates of entry receivers receipts and disbursement affidavits.
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N. B. Scott
Treasury Department
Binger Hermann
General Land Office
Revenue Law
Land Department
Internal Revenue
United States
U. S
Stamp Tax on Public Land and Receipts Clarified
The registers certificates and receivers receipts issued to public land purchasers may be exempt from stamp tax. Checks by U S disbursing agents and national depositories likely exempt. Affidavits before registers related to public land service may exempt certificates. Express receipts to receivers of public money should be stamped unless the express service is gratuitous.
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Public Land Service
U. S
Treasury
National
A Sensible Talk From De Smet News on Kittredge Ring
The De Smet News rebuts a Watertown Journal impeachment critique. It defends Mr Kittredge and Mr Sherwood against charges of wrongdoing, arguing misperceptions and party loyalties shaped postmaster appointments. It warns critics risk ridicule and calls the dispute both disastrous and honorable.
Contract Award Sparks Humorous Shipping Irony
The United States awarded a contract to a Spanish steamship firm to transport about 24 000 prisoners from General Sh after at Santiago. The decision, seen as a shrewd American move, shifts carrying and subsistence responsibility to Spaniards while saving government funds and highlighting wartime procurement irony.
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United States
Spain
General Shafter
Santiago
Ocean
Dewey
Manila
Humiliation in Transfer of Santiago Prisoners Reveals US Shortfalls
The dispatch to Spain highlights a humorous yet melancholy aspect as Uncle Sam relies on foreign vessels to carry Santiago prisoners home. No American steamship tender existed and no U S ships were available, exposing a stark gap in the American merchant marine and pride in delivering war captives aboard Stars and Stripes vessels.
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Uncle Sam
Santiago
Spain
Mote in Andy's Eye Critique of Governor Lee's Tax Record
The Argus Leader questions Governor Lee on property taxation urging review of Clay county goods and merchandise assessments. It cites 1896 auditor data showing Lee & Prentice store in Vermillion with stock valued over a hundred thousand dollars, suggesting underassessment if held at one third of value. The piece asks why not raise Clay county merchandise assessments and pay fair taxes.
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Lee
Clay County
Vermillion
Lee & Prentice
Republican Nominations Certified for Beadle County
The Republican Central Committee canvassed the July 8 1898 primary results naming E H Vance as State Senator A W Wilmarth John T Baker as State Representatives Geo E Mahaffy as Treasurer J C Klemme as Register of Deeds Edwin Dukes as Superintendent of Schools Frank A Munson as Auditor Asher F Pay as Clerk of the Courts Edwin H Aplin as State's Attorney F E Grant as Judge of County Court Adam McConnell as Sheriff John S Vanderburg H A Vandalsem A E Curtis as Justices J B Coomer as Constable L Woodworth as Coroner John H Miller as County Commissioner Third Dist and agreed to continue the primary system They also nominated additional candidates where names were missing on filing and named House Smith of Hitchcock and Henry Meyers of Richland township for constable.
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Republican Party
Beadle County
G. W. Cook
Mr. House of
Wessington
Smith
Hitchcock
Henry Meyers
Richland Township
Hills for Phillips Bolsters Black Hills Governor Bid
Rapid City Journal endorses Kirk Phillips of Lawrence county for governor. As state treasurer he is praised for business sense and leadership. The piece argues he is the sole Black Hills candidate for a top state post and would strengthen the GOP ticket and ensure a full statewide victory.
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the Hills
Phillips
Rapid City Journal
Kirk Phillips
Lawrence County
Black Hills
Republican Party
Must Move the Capital Amid Railroad Push
The Mitchell Gazette notes a planned railroad line by Milwaukee to connect Pierre and the Black Hills. It predicts growing state fatigue with Pierre retaining the capital and suggests the next legislature will move it to more central, civilized territory.
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Mitchell Gazette
Pierre and Black Hills
Milwaukee
Pierre
Tax notice on billiard tables due by August first
Deputy Revenue Collector W S Howland reports a Omaha head office notice requiring all billiard or pool table owners to file returns and pay a five dollar tax per table before August first or face penalties. Returns must be on form 11 and filed on time to avoid fifty dollar penalties. Blank forms available from Mr Howland at the government building.
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Howland
Harvest prospects brighten for state wheat and oats
USDA weekly summary for the week ending August 8, 1898, notes very favorable conditions for wheat and oats harvests with fair to copious rains. Southern counties faced delays and sprouting in shocks, while central and northern areas advanced rapidly. Corn and potatoes progress well, flax doing well, millet benefited by rains, and overall expectations favor a very good wheat yield and quality.
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Missouri River
State Counties Note Seasonal Grain Conditions
Aurora Rainy conditions favor corn and late crops with no grain damage. wheat oats rye barley show good quality. Beadle harvest near finish with corn potatoes and gardens thriving. millet promising. Bon Homme small grain in stock or shock with no rain damage except uneven shocks. corn in roasting ear stage. Brookings wheat harvest underway. flax turning. corn vigorous and well formed. Brown wheat harvest progressing. grain turning out well and flax corn good. Brule wheat harvest and stacking delayed by rain but nearly complete.
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Butte
Charles Mix
Codington
Davison
Douglas
Edmunds
Fall River
Grant
Hanson
Hutchinson
Hyde
Jerauld
Kingsbury
Lake
Lawrence
Lincoln
McPherson
Pennington
Roberts
Sanborn
Walworth
Yankton
Aurora
Bon Homme
1898 Bicycle Prices Cut to Five Dollars
Advertises Sears Borsack Co offering new 1898 model ladies and gentlemen bicycles at as low as $5 with easy credit terms. Other models priced at $13.95 $19.95 and $22.50. payment after delivery. Free 1898 bicycle catalogue and full details upon request to Chicago address.
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Sears, Borsack & Co
Chicago
Pintsch Gas Liti Trains Spark North Western Line Popular
Pintsch gas lit trains and first class equipment along with a smooth roadbed and fast service make the North Western through line a favorite with travelers. The combination enhances comfort, speed, and overall appeal for passengers.
Omaha Exposition Excursion Tickets On Sale Daily
The North Western Line offers Ex cursion tickets with flexible rates for longer or shorter sojourns. The exposition is promoted as a great educator and should be seen by everyone. For more information contact Chicago and Northwestern Ry agents.
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Chicago & Northwestern R’y
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