Republican State Convention Call for South Dakota Delegates
The Republican State Central Committee calls electors to a Mitchell convention on August 24 1898 at 120 PM to nominate candidates for Congress governor secretary of state treasurer auditor superintendent of schools and land commissioner and three railroad commissioners. Delegates: two from each county plus one per seventy five votes for ringsrud in 1896. details include unorganized counties attached to Butte.
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South Dakota
Mitchell
S. D
Wenaneee
Ablican Party
A. O. Ringsrud
Hutchinson
Jackson
Butte
J. D. Elutiort
Republican State Central
BR. S. Person
State fair slated at Yankton this September
The event will run from September 26 to 30 in Yankton, featuring exhibits, contests, and entertainment for residents and visitors. Highlights include agricultural displays, midway rides, and regional food vendors attracting crowds daily.
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Yankton
Senator Davis Named Able Peace Commission Member
Senator Davis will join the peace commission as a capable member, contributing experience and leadership to the panel tasked with advancing diplomatic talks and conflict resolution. The appointment signals a measured approach to negotiations and regional stability.
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Davis
Peace Commission
Sioux Falls Press Targets Kit Tredge With Unclear Critique
Local newspaper coverage in Sioux Falls presents unclear, possibly sweeping remarks about Kit Tredge, reflecting a heated stance or erratic editorial tone observed by readers. The piece lacks concrete context or identifiable events.
Pickler's Lively Spirit Despite Repeated Burials
Pickler, repeatedly killed and buried in rumor and lore, remains notably lively in local memory. The strange tale of his resilience underscores a community habit of retelling sensational contrasts between death and vitality.
Counties To Present Candi dates At Mitchell Convention
Thirty-three of the fifty organized counties will present candidate dates at the Mitchell convention, outlining plans and schedules for the forthcoming gathering. The move signals broad regional participation ahead of the designation process and related deliberations.
Edmunds County Supports Pickler Over Burke Strikers
Edmunds County backs Pickler amid efforts by Burke strikers to cast the race otherwise. The clash centers on local allegiances and political maneuvering as supporters rally to the candidate they favor.
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Edmunds County
Pickler
Burke
State board of equalization minutes acknowledged
The Heronire acknowledges receipt of the minutes of the state board of equalization as prepared by Auditor Mayhew.
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Heronire
State Board of Equalization
Mayhew
Fargo Aspires to Be Capital City of North Dakota
North Dakota faces a capital removal debate with Fargo emerging as a leading candidate for the new seat of government. The discussion centers on relocating the capital from Bismarck to a more central or populous city in the state.
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North Dakota
Fargo
Republicans Focus On Strong Ticket For State Nominating
Republicans in the state shift from discussing the machine to prioritizing a solid ticket for nomination. The move signals emphasis on credible candidates and electoral strategy over organizational details.
Gamble Poised for Congressional Plum at Mitchell
Robert J. Gamble appears likely to win a congressional appointment at Mitchell. Supporters praise his qualifications and lament the possible loss to other candidates, noting his public service track record and community leadership.
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Robert J. Gamble
Mitchell
Three K names evoke Dewey’s Manila fleet reference
The remark links Knowles Jesley and Kyle to a historic naval comparison. It suggests that if the public gains a chance at these three K figures, they would deploy them with the same decisive impact as Admiral Dewey at Manila.
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Knowles
Jesley
Kyle
Dewey
Manila
Philip
Texas
Maine
Commodore Schley
Gridley
Commodore Dewey
Hamilton Fish
Rough Riders
Allyn K. Capron
The
Wainwright
Cervera
Prince Henry
Germany
Hobson
Admiral Sampson
Buckey O'Neill
Sigsbee
Terror
Schley
Santiago Harbor
Bob Evans
Olympia
Bill Anthony
Shafter
Corbin
Alger
Gloucester
Clark
Oregon
Board of Strategy
McKinley Passes Over Harrison in Paris Peace Panel
President McKinley has not considered Benjamin Harrison for the Paris peace commission a move that millions of Americans may come to regret. The omission signals shifts in influence amid postwar diplomacy.
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McKinley
Benjamin Harrison
Paris Peace Commission
War ends swiftly would hurt volunteers in Uncle Sam's army
Only the voluntary soldiers of the U S army would regret a rapid peace with Spain under McKinley’s terms. The remark frames the volunteers as the key stake in the outcome of peace negotiations and the future burden on military forces.
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Spain
McKinley
Uncle Sam
Spink County Valuation and Local Political Tactics
The state auditor lists Spink county total valuation at 4,216,423 and the poor in the county are not worsening if assessors' books are accurate. Joe Green campaigns to lead the Brule county delegation to Mitchell, while Cham berlain caucuses break even and rural districts face the task of resolving the contest.
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Spink County
Joe Green
Brule County
Mitchell
Chamberlain
Solomon Wenzlaff Criticized For GOP Harmful Actions
An editorial note alleges Solomon Wenzlaff does more harm than good to the Republican Party while he claims to be a faithful Republican. The piece warns that inconsistency undermines the party within the editorial workshop.
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Solomon Wenzlaff
Solomon
Calamities Delight Populist Wealth Critics
A satirical remark notes that a genuine populist prefers to hear of great calamities harming wealth producers. It cites poor crops destructive hail storms falling wheat prices and wage reductions as events that provoke celebratory glee from such figures.
Republicans to Convene in Mitchell for Nomination Rally
One week from today the Republicans will meet in convention at Mitchell and unite in nominating a ticket which will command respect and poll a majority of the votes cast in November.
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Mitchell
Corley Nominated for County Superintendent of Schools
The county republican central committee nominated S. F. Corley to replace Prof. Dukes who resigned. The committee expects broad approval and predicts Corley will be the next county superintendent of schools.
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County
Republican Central Committee
S. F. Corley
Dukes
Corley
Gov Lee Under Fire Over Delayed Payment Probe
The public notes that Dowdell and Hipple delayed paying the state, both taking several months, yet Governor Lee did not press charges. The writer asks why the governor will not explain the decision to the public.
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Dowdell
Taylor
Hipple
Gov. Lee
War Slogan Targets Secretary Alger's War Leadership
A critical assessment accuses Secretary of War Alger of incapacity harming the war effort. The writer laments his tenure and suggests an older replacement would have been preferable to current leadership and the volunteer army's fortunes.
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Alger
Rumor of Ex Senator Kingsbury's Retirement Sparks Debate
Rumor says Ex Senator Kingsbury plans to retire from the Press and Dakotan, with calls that Geo. Kingsbury should prevent it. Supporters urge restoring the paper to its former status as the leading Republican daily of the state.
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Kingsbury
Press
Dakotan
Geo. Kingsbury
John Kean Cited as Lieutenant Governor Candidate
John Kean of Woonsocket is presented as a lieutenant governor candidate. A veteran figure described as a war horse of Sanborn county, he is credited with notable past actions and shown as capable to preside over the state senate with dignity.
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John Kean
Woonsocket
Sanborn County
Dowdell
Pierre
Kean
Senate
State board raises railroad assessments across lines and firms
The state board of equalization increased railroad assessments by 100 per mile. Milwaukee main lines now 4500 per mile, branches 2100. C N W main 4200, branches 2700. Dubuque and Sioux City up 200 per mile. Express companies up 21000, Western Union telegraph 22978, total corporate property rise 238000.
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State Board of Equalization
Milwaukee
Dubuque
Sioux City
Western Union Telegraph Company
State case against Blume dismissed after trial
Justice Kemp dismissed the case against Helen Blume after hearing the evidence. No link was found between Blume and the sale of beer at the brewery and the suit wasted county funds. The Horonite condemns frivolous prosecutions and urges restraint by the state’s attorney.
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Helen Blume
Kemp
Blume
Horonite
Resolved Republican congress endorses Town railroad law
The First circuit Republicans at their annual convention declare that major transportation firms have discriminated against residents, harmed farmers, and slowed city growth. They affirm state power to regulate common carriers and praise Republicans who backed the Town railroad law passed per Aberdeen convention, claiming unity on the measure.
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First Circuit
Republican Party
Aberdeen
Republicans Pledge Support for Law Enforcement Amendments
The passage asserts that Republicans in the circuit will back the enforcement of the law and mobilize their power to secure necessary amendments to ensure its success. It presents a political pledge emphasizing unity and action to uphold the statute.
Peace after war brings Spain to surrender and U S triumph
The article discusses the end of the war with Spain, noting Spain’s losses and the United States gains from Manila to Santiago. It outlines peace terms including Cuba, Porto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines, and mentions praise for President McKinley and the U S Navy. It also covers a Redfield Journal opinion on initiative and referendum reducing lobbying and enabling voter control of legislation.
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Spain
Phillippines
United States
Cuba
McKinley
Manila Bay
Santiago Harbor
Porto Rico
West Indies
State's Attorney Case Draws Fire in Blume Dispute
In the State vs Helen Blume case the verdict hinges on whether Robert Blume acted as his mother's clerk or employee at the brewery. The letter argues the state's attorney should pursue zeal in prosecuting the alleged minor drinking incident, while noting costs and challenging editorials. It blends community notices about college fundraising and local gossip with references to Chappy and Cholly, Huron College, and Professor Dukes.
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Helen Blume
Robert Blume
Blumes
H. S. Mouser
Chappie
Cholly
Huron College
Yale
Princeton
Dukes
Beadle County Republican nominees listed after July primary
The Beadle County Republican Central Committee canvassed July 9 1898 the results of the July 8 primary. Nominees include E H Vance for State Senator A W Wilmarth and John T Baker for State Representatives Geo E Mahaffy for Treasurer J C Klemme for Register of Deeds Edwin Dukes for Superintendent of Schools Frank A Munson for Auditor Asher F Pay for Clerk of the Courts Edwin H Aplin for State's Attorney F E Grant for Judge of County Court Adam McConnell for Sheriff John S Vanderburg H A Vandalsem A E Curtis for Justice of the Peace J B Coomer for Constable L Woodworth for Coroner John H Miller for County Commissioner Third Dist The committee also notes a special nomination for one of the Justices for G W Cook and confirms House Smith and Henry Meyers as constables from respective towns.
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Republican Party
Beadle County
Frank A. Munson
Asher F. Pay
Edwin H. Aplin
F. E. Grant
Adam McConnell
John S. Vanderburg
H. A. Vandalsem
A. E. Curtis
J. B. Coomer
L. Woodworth
Henry Meyers
Richland Township
Gro. A. Ressenden
Republian Central Committee
Epigrams of the War from the Minneapolis Tribune
A compilation of wartime quotations from officers and sailors praising courage and resolve. Notable lines include Dewey, Schley, Sigsbee, Hobson and others urging action, restraint, or national resolve during the Spanish American War.
Wheat and oat harvests advance in South Dakota counties
U S Department reports for week ending August 15, 1898, weather mostly favorable for harvesting. Wheat and oats nearing completion across northern to southern counties, corn and potatoes strong with adequate rain. flax promising though some local needs rain. Reports from many counties note very good to excellent yields and quality, with some light crops in southern regions and occasional need for rain in central areas.
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Campbell
Charles Mix
Codington
Davison
Douglas
Edmunds
Fall River
Faulk
Breuth
Grant
Hamlin
Hanson
Hughes
Hutchinson
Hyde
Jerauld
Kingsbury
Lake
Lawrence
Lincoln
Marshall
McCook
Pennington
Roberts
Turner
Walworth
Society announces reduced excursion rates to Omaha event
The Society of American Florists and Ornamental Horticulturists holds its annual conven tion in Omaha August 16 to 19. The Chicago and North Western railway offers excursion tickets from all stations on August 14 and 15 at reduced rates. Apply to agents for full particulars.
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Omaha
Chicago & North-Western Railway
A Child Enjoys The Pleasant Flavor Of Syrup Of Figs
The advertisement promotes Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children and for costive or bilious parents, claiming it is the best family remedy and urging every family to keep a bottle. It states California Fig Syrup Co. manufactures the product.
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The
California Fig Syrup Co
Harvest reports show strong wheat and oat yields statewide
Extracts indicate Aurora Wheat and oat harvests finished with very good crop quality and promising corn. Cadle reports most wheat and oats harvested with stock remaining, corn in roasting ears but some areas need rain.
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Aurora
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Dakota
John Longstaff
Sioux Falls
Kittredge
Ladrones
Redfield Journal
Minneapolis Tribune
Colonel Wood
Washington
U. S. Dept. OF Agriculture
the Weather Bureau
Society of American Florists and Ornamental Horticulturists
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