Unclear stay leads to minor damage in Aberdeen residence
A person broke out in the residence of Senator Kyle in Aberdeen during the night of the 26th and was hustled out with little injury. Governor Sheldon will occupy rooms at the Wells House as the capital building is expected to be vacated similarly. The Century magazine previews its January issue with a grand table of contents and notable contributors including Twain and Whittier.
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Senator Kyle
Aberdeen
Overnor Sheldon
Wells House
Capital
Mr Twain
Elizabeth Stuart Phelps
Barton Harrison
John G. Whittier
Sherman Brothers
Christmas Tree Plots and Holiday Advice From Local Notices
Shannon and Lonastarr proprietors urge planting Christmas trees and gift giving guidance. A lively shooting on the Avenue at Pierre is noted as local commentary. Cleveland’s names are alphabetized with one entry read as Hill B-D-. The text emphasizes advertising to cities and keeping children happy through holidays.
Volkmar Denies Candidacy for Milbank Postmaster
Volkmar says he is not running for Milbank postmaster and asserts Volkmar should know his position.
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Volkmar
Milbank
Christmas on Sunday Promotes Deep Significance
The piece argues that Christmas falling on Sunday offers a fitting chance to teach the holiday's real meaning. It frames the day as a good opportunity for lessons on faith and reflection within the community.
Bless Heaven and Growth Hopes in Pierre Journal
An upbeat clipping notes Governor Mellette in poor health as term ends, praises the Dell Rapids Times boom, questions Ward Bro’s, and forecasts South Dakota growth per the Pierre Journal. The Pierre Journal seeks longevity alongside the city, praising its own early start.
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Dell Rapids Times
Ward Bro
Miss Canada Cold Feet Hint in Uncle Sam Gesture
A playful line notes Miss Canada ready to drop her head on Uncle Sam's shoulder while reminding that her feet are frequently cold. The remark blends national personification with a light European tone.
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Miss Canada
Uncle Sam
Prohibition Clause Rethink Urges Public Vote
The White Lake Wave argues the question of resubmitting the prohibition clause should be decided by a vote of the people.
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White Lake
Aberdeen News backs restoration of immigration commissioner
The Aberdeen News favors restoring the office of immigration commissioner. It notes the legislature will proceed slowly on new offices after addressing the world’s fair matter.
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Aberdeen
South Dakota Divorce Law Concerns Raise Child Welfare Questions
The Canton Advocate reports confusion among youths and guardians about South Dakota divorce laws. The quotes suggest worries over which parent will gain custody, reflecting parental dispute impact on children.
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South Dakota
Shannon
Canton Advocate
Notable Illness and Political Echoes In South Dakota
J W Harden lies gravely ill at his Jerauld County home after a stroke. The Press and Dakotan notes signs of strong growth ahead for South Dakota. The Mitchell Republican reports on its libel case loss and hints Johnny Pease may shift to work. Hon John Dukes, recently deceased, served Beadle County in the last legislature and was widely respected.
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J. W. Harden
Jerauld County
Press
Dakotan
South Dakota
Mitchell Republican
Johnny Pease
John Dukes
Beadle County
Sioux Falls Census Counts Women in Prostitution Trade
Report notes a census of allegedly bad people in Sioux Falls with an estimate that between one hundred and two hundred women are earning livelihoods through prostitution. The wording reflects period language about vice and city concerns.
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Sioux Falls
Real Estate Boom Rumors In Iroquoie Neighborhood
Hon Carl Gerner reports unusual real estate activity in Iroquoie with farms sold to buyers from other states. Prices range from six to ten dollars per acre, but each sale shows a tendency to push prices higher in coming quarters.
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Carl Gerner
Iroquoie
Horrific Railroad Death At Sleepy Eye
Corbin, a brake man on the Chicago and Northwestern, met a fatal end at Sleepy Eye while coupling railroad cars. A rail pierced his head between the cars, killing him instantly. his family, including his father the North Western mail agent, reside here.
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Corbin
Chicago and Northwestern
Sleepy Eye
Northwestern
Sioux City Journal notes lack of top figures in state legislature
Pierre correspondent laments few prominent names in the legislature with Dollard and Sol Star among earlier figures. In the house no member has wide reputation. speaker candidates listed are Lawson Aberdeen Packard Redfield and Everitt Beadle. Everitt would have prestige but is a prohibitionist and may be moved to the floor if resubmission advocates control the house. Resubmission is the central issue.
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Sioux City Journal
Pierre
Dollard
Sol Star
Senate
Lawson
Aberdeen
Packard
Redfield
Everitt
Beadle
Pm Central Question
South Dakota land push urged for cheap buys now
Judge Conklin of Dako tian calls eastward to seize prime real estate in South Dakota, noting lands east of the state are cheaper than ever and likely to rise, while prominent figures and editors are urged to back a statewide real estate and railroad development meeting to organize investors and attract the World’s Fair market.
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Conklin
Southakote
Heaton Attacks South Dakota Votes as Farce
F M Heaton of Washington City denounces the election returns comparing South Carolina and South Dakota. He cites 70 492 votes for South Carolina and 70 481 for South Dakota with differing congressional totals and calls the result a farce in a Washington Post note.
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F. M. Heaton
Washington City
South Dakota
South Carolina
South ‘Dakota
Ashington Post
Eorror Post
Congress
Washington
Epworth League Historic Growth and Global Reach
The Epworth League, formed by merging Methodist youth societies, rapidly grew from a four year old movement to about 600000 members in nearly 8000 chapters. Originating in Cleveland in 1889 as Epworth League, it spread across Europe Asia Africa and island communities with a global presence and recent Omaha conference recognition.
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Epworth League
Methodist Church
Cleveland
Ohio
Oxford League
John
Charles Wesley
Oxford College
Repworth
Epworth
Europe
Asia
Africa
Isles of the Sea
Omaha
Epworth on Rapid City Journal program notes
Epworth program highlights appeared in the Rapid City Journal with brief notes and updates. The entry lists event details and calls for attendance at the Epworth gathering.
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Epworth
Rapid City Journal
Too Prominent Misrepute Panics Hu Ron Figures
Fragmentary text notes misrouted speech by Hu Ron figures and concerns about placement of men in positions of power. The garbled lines suggest outspoken criticism of prominent names and potential political implications.
Petition circulates in county for signatures on resubmission
A draft note from county authorities reports a petition being circulated in every township seeking signatures. It asks residents previously in favor of resubmission to add their names to the effort.
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Yankton Press
Ipakotan
Endorsement and Alderman Election Reflected in Huron
Madison Leader notes Editor Bushnell of the Dakota Farmer is elected alderman in Huron and plans to address corruption. He hints at removing the police force at the next meeting amid reported vice and police issues.
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Madison
Bushnell
Dakota
Faraier
Huron
Ahe
Rai Ieenea
Ae — Abe
Brookings Urges Unity Over Agricultural College Issue
The Brookings community calls for local unity as administrators and residents discuss the Agricultural College dispute. The editorial argues for cooperation and a fair approach to state interests and the college’s future.
Fort Pierre Fairplay on South Dakota Divorce Law Debate
A Fort Pierre column questions the push for broader divorce grounds in South Dakota and argues that residency should not determine divorce eligibility, urging lawmakers to impose a ninety day waiting period. The piece critiques how moving to the state affects divorce rights.
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Fort Pierre
Fairplay
South Dakota
Lamed official nominee rumor denied by former secretary
The article notes Ardick returning from Hot Springs with lameness largely cured by treatment. He denies rumors of seeking bank examiner or other offices, saying he would be glad to resume his former post as secretary of the senate but will avoid any scramble for a new position.
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Ardick
Hot Springs
Ceat
Senate
Wheat as feedstuff interest in Iowa State Reporter
Professor James Wilson notes wheat as a cheap feed option in the Dakotas and urges consideration in market use. The piece argues plow output exceeds carpentry and cites storage limits as a constraint on wheat deployment. It warns that rising batter price and river wheat comparisons favor investing in wheat.
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James Wilson
Iowa State Reporter
Dakotas
Jim River
Tom and John Know. Iroquois Chief.
South Dakota editors basked ten days in Florida enjoying wealth and leisure. Brother Tom Bishop deems the South fit for a king except for beer being off color. John Longstaff praises Southern women, saying they brighten his path.
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Tom
John
South Dakota
Florida
Tom Bishop
South
John Longstaff
Agricultural college urged for state reform and oversight
The text argues the state has no single institution with broad public educational interest like the Agricultural college. It notes two years of influential machinery and a perceived need for a remedy. It calls on Gov. Sheldon to act and, if needed, for the legislature to provide assistance to achieve necessary changes.
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Pse
Agricultural College
Sheldon
McGrew Named Hot Springs Soldiers' Home Commander
J P McGrew of Howard elected by the bard to succeed Capt Lucas as commander at the Soldiers' Home in Hot Springs. The Sioux Balls Press notes his graph recommendation from Gen Lew Wallace. The Times questions the board's reliance on Wallace and hopes for improved leadership.
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Lew
Humphrey
Fant
J. P. McGrew
Howard
Lucas
Hotprings
Sioux Balls Press
McGrew
Lew Wallace
the Times
Jon Wallace
Too Much Stock in Hearsay in Our Present Trouble
In a colonial tone the piece laments reliance on hearsay among citizens. It questions sources and urges verification before forming judgments while noting Dakota winds as a seasonal backdrop. It references ex-college faculty members as informants and hints at seeking balanced views from both sides.
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Gur Pag
Henry Everitt of Beadle County Seen as Speaker Candidate
Beadle county's Henry Everitt is rising as a strong candidate for speaker of the next house. He is regarded as perfectly competent for the influential role.
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Henry
Everitt
Beadle County
Riggs Nominated as South Dakota Irrigation Commissioner
H. 8. Riggs of Frankfort is a man date for appointment to the office of irrigation commissioner. He is regarded as well posted and practical in irrigation matters in South Dakota. The obituary notes revival meetings in Omaha directed by Rev. B. Fay Mills causing widespread attendance across railroad offices and businesses.
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Omaha
B. Fay Mills
Mpluyes
Nooon
South Dakota
Mille
Sturgis
Black Hills
Judge Crofoot Skill Helps Acquit Highway Robbery Suspect
Willi Meehan faced highway robbery charges and was found not guilty by a jury. Judge Crofoot and defense counsel secured key witnesses and challenged the complainant's testimony. Reporter Henry T. Grigg was located to review earlier testimony, boosting the defense case.
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Crofoot
Sioux Falls
Willi Meehan
Te Foot
Beliving
Justice McAlister
Crofcot
Henry T. Grigg
Alpena
H O
Buy Land Buy Lani Sioux City Journal
The North Dakota South Dakota land rush waned yet buyers cross borders to settle. land is worth less in some states than others but potential investors move west for ownership. The Journal urges readers to buy land, noting rising prices and opportunities as farms attract new owners.
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Sioux City Journal
South Dakota
Northwest
Illinois
Wisconsin
Iowa
Lisworth
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