Supplement to Huron Huronite Ballot Slate for State Offices
Supplement from Huron South Dakota lists candidates for U.S. Senate and Congressional seats as Ed B. Kittredge and Eben W. Martin, for Governor J I Browne, Lieutenant Governor John F Schrader, and state officials including Waltner Jr, Blewitt, E Warner, George G Johnson, Mathias D, Ilton M. Ramer, Hans D Wickre, and Hans M Finnerud as national committeeman.
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United States
ED B. Kittredge
H. Burke Eben W. Martin
J. l. Browne
John F. Schrader
George G. Johnson
Mathias D
Ilton M. Ramer
Hans D. Wickre
Hans M. Finnerud
Progressives in retreat over land deals and rate bill
The records show the Crawford administration defeated the two-cent enger rate bill and progressives have not explained Mr. Crawford's Walworth County land transactions.
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Mr. Crawford
Walworth County
Crawford
Stalwart County Pushes to Burrow Grafter Ticket
A terse political line suggests multiple counties uniting to overthrow the grafter ticket, framing a powerful, cascading shift as they push for decisive change and all-out opposition to the current administration.
Progressive Grafters vs Progressive Republicans
A fragment notes a critique of a reform faction calling themselves Progressive Republicans. It suggests a sharper label, Progressive Grafters, for those seeking power under that self styled banner.
Tax shift on land as railroads pay extra in 1907
Records show that for one dollar of extra tax paid by the railroads in 1907, farm lands bore an additional tax of three dollars and thirty eight cents.
How Long to Pay Off State Debt at Crawford Rate
The text asks that if net state debt rose by 312000 dollars in one year under Crawford’s administration, how long to repay at that same annual increase. It frames a simple debt-duration calculation based on the annual increase figure.
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Crawford
State debt rises during Crawford year amid reform talks
The state’s debt increased by $312000 in Crawford’s first year while policymakers debate reform. The text notes talk of reform being costly and possibly worthwhile despite the debt rise.
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Crawford
Legislative 1907 funds outpace railroad tax rise
The 1907 legislature boosted maintenance appropriations for state officers beyond their salaries by far more than the total increase in taxes paid by the state railroads, illustrating a larger fiscal growth relative to railroad contributions.
South Dakota's Senatorial Graft Question Roils Capitol
A brief notes two alleged grafters Gamble and Crawford as South Dakota's potential representatives in Washington. It cites Hon H. L. Loucks who weeks ago doubted the state would send another Gamble to the capital, reflecting local skepticism about the slate.
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Crawford
South Dakota
National Capitol
H. L. Loucks
Washington
Mitchell speech favors two cent passenger rate
Senator Kittredge urged a flat two cent passenger uniform rate in January. Reformers led by Crawford and Glass in the last legislature killed a bill proposing the measure.
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Senator Kittredge
Mitchell
Crawford
Glass
Kittredge Bill Praised by Trades Unionist
The Trades Unionist in Washington states the Kittredge bill is among the best for labor and urges South Dakota union men to rally to Senator Kittredge. It argues the upper chamber needs more men of his stripe.
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Kittredge
Congress
Senate
South Dakota
Senator Kittredge
Washington, D. C
New Era criticizes state administration over Cassill graft confession
The New Era of Pierre assails a Canton Leader article justifying Cassill’s interest graft, lamenting the state administration bears odium and predicting its defeat on the ninth day of June.
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New Era
Pierre
Canton Leader
Cassill
Debate Over State Debt Under Reform Administration
The text compares state bonded debt changes across governors Herried Elrod and Crawford. It notes $613,000 owed at Herried’s start, paid off by Elrod, then a rise of $312,000 under Crawford with more anticipated. It questions issuing more bonds for a reform administration and leaves the decision to taxpayers.
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Herried
Elrod
Crawford
Insurgent Shift on Two-Cent Fare Sparks Flip Flop Show
Winter scuffles over a two cent passenger fare show insurgents reversing stance. Crawford once vetoed a two cent bill and Huron endorsed unconstitutionality. now Sholter backs the measure and graft concerns shift with Cassill’s election.
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Kittredge
Crawford
Pennsylvania
South Dakota
Cassill
Bristol and Kittredge in dispute over lies
The article argues Bristol lied in a letter or misled clients, citing a reading at a Sioux Falls event and noting White House telegraphic orders removing Bristol, while accusing Crawford of backing Bristol as graft.
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Kittredge
Bristol
Sioux Falls
Roosevelt
Department
White House
Crawford
Highest type of manhood urged to curb graft in public life
Senator Kittredge argues public trust rests on intelligent integrity and a high moral type. He laments graft in modern America, warns that vice cloaks itself in virtue and that the grafter seeks moral crusades as opportunity. He cites historical lessons from England and the United States.
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United States of America
England
America
Kittredge
South Dakota
Senator Kittredge Preceded Reforms With Record of Earlier Action
The piece argues Senator Kittredge previously championed reforms later enacted into law. It cites topics such as workers’ compensation, railroad rate regulation, pure food laws, anti-pass legislation, hours of service, bank deposit protection, and tariff revision. It claims Crawford trails Kittredge’s national legislative record and accuses Crawford of stealing Kittredge’s thunder.
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Kittredge
Doe I. Crawford
Limber Trust
Taft
Crawford
Kittredege
Crawoord
Pure food commissioner Crawford amid graft accusations
Pierre capital journal reports Crawford omits large portions of Pennington and other county tax lists and charges campaign expenses to the state. Wheaton speaks at Marion Junction to a tiny audience. Turner county insurgency finds graft unpopularity despite reform claims.
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Pierre -Capital-Journal
Crawford
Pennington County
Hughes
Sully
Stanley County
Milwaukee
Wheaton
Marion Junction
Turner County
Reform
Gouvernor’s Aides Vie for Favor. Voter Efforts Highlighted
A fleeting quote from the Washington Herald notes political maneuvering as lieutenants push to influence voters while governors are absent. The passage hints at attempts to secure support through targeted outreach amid shifting loyalties.
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Washington Herald
Leutenant
5 South
Rail assessments show favoritism in 1907 state evaluation
Brookings Press reports figures from the State Board of Assessment chaired by Gov. Crawford. Comparisons imply the Northwestern would pay far more tax if taxed at Rock Island rates in Elkton Brookings City Bruce Aberdeen Sioux Falls Valley Springs Watertown. Claim of a secret compact between Crawford and Milwaukee attorney Elliott amid bank stock reductions.
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State Board of Assessment
Gov. Crawford
Northwestern
Elkton
Rock Island
Brookings City
City of
Brookings
Bruce
Bushnell
Aberdeen
Great Northern
Sioux Falls
Valley Springs
Garretson
Watertown
Minneapolis & St. Louis
Milwaukee
Coe I. Crawford
J. D. Elliott
Brookings Press
Avera
Northwestern Oe
Rock Island Elkton
Northwestern Ra
Rock Island Bushnell
M. & St. Louis Watertown
Northwestern Watertown
Great Northern Aberdeen Lis
Northwestern Aberdeen
Rock Island Palmer
Northwestern Goodwin
Rock Island Sioux Falls
Northwestern Sioux Falls
Great Northern Sioux Falls
Illinois Central Sioux Falls
Milwaukee Sioux Falls
Great Northern Garretson
Northwestern Mitchell
Milwaukee Mitchell
Two Cases of Fence Enclosures in Government Lands
The Deadwood Pioneer-Times recounts Alanson Giles of Belle Fourche and Rev Ware of Nebraska and South Dakota in two federal cases. Giles fenced public domain for private grazing and was fined after ill health spared prison. Ware conspired with young men to file on lands to aid his ranch, ending with conviction. Crawford’s similar actions drew different outcomes amid political tensions.
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Deadwood Pioneer-Times
Alanson Giles
Belle Fourche
Black Hills
Giles
Crawford
Walworth County
Blount
Valentine
Thompson
Lampe
Mr. Giles
United States
R. Giles
Mr. Ware
South Dakota
Nebraska
Walworth
Ware
Huron
Mr. Crawford
Stalwart ticket hailed as clean and trustworthy
A political endorsement extols the stalwart candidates as clean men with spotless public and private records. It denounces insurgent efforts to smear candidates, invites strict scrutiny of both public records and private lives, and urges voters to investigate and support the stalwart majority.
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Crawford
Insurgent Letters Mention Forgery Case Tainting Campaign
The Huronite reports a letter to Mr. Cooper from Senator Kittredge about Dr. Lavery of Fort Pierre. Lavery was convicted of forgery in Ohio and pardoned by Governor Foraker, with theft alleged at the Locke hotel in Pierre. The letter is used in campaigning but may now yield a beneficial effect amid Taft factional moves.
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Cooper
Kittredge
Dr. Lavery
Fort Pierre
Ohio
Foraker
Locke Hotel
Pierre
Prnwinn Ghater
Taft
Mormon polgamy politsm and Kittredge seat dispute
The article argues that Senator Kittredge's opposition to seating Smoot centers on Mormon polygamy and a constitutional power to regulate polygamy. It cites financial influence from the Mormon hierarchy, quotes W S Bowen, and notes alleged church support against Kittredge. It frames the issue as national in scope and tied to Utah politics and Republican intra party conflict.
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Kittredge
United States Senate
Congress
Smoot
Utah
Senate
Mormon Church
Apostolic Board
W. S. Bowen
Sioux Falls Press
Dubois
Scimitar
Boise
Itaho
Bowen
Faulkton Advocate
South Dakota
Roosevelt
Senate of the
United States
Idaho
Salt Lake
Republican Party
Senator Kittredge Praised as Energetic and Dependable
Knute Nelson writes that Senator Kittredge stands with reformers and the people, supports public measures, and shares the Nelson view on welfare. He notes Kittredge’s industrious work on the pometone committee, clear judgment, liberal views, and high standing among peers in the senate.
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Ublics
Senate Chamber
Kittredge
Senate
Pometone
Knute Nelson
Secretary Wipf Explains Wolf Creek Incorporation Delay
Secretary of State Wipf defends delaying Wolf Creek colony in Hutchinson county over 565 dollars in fees. He says 30 dollars went to state fees and the rest covered services, papers, and lawyer costs. Critics claim he sought an easy 500 dollars while labels as reformer loom over Hutchinson county. Crawford faces limited support in Wolf Creek district.
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Wipf
Wolf Creek
Hutchinson County
Dens
Crawford
Local Senate Race Shapes Up With Key Endorsements
The report notes Kingsbury aligning with Beadle for Senator Kittredge after three Paer meetings. Crawford Preston is described as trying to justify his legislative and attorney general records and his railroad ties, seen as weakening his position while Kitchen and Stredge trends shift in the race.
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Kingsbury
Beadle
Kittredge
Paer
Crawford Preston
Crawford
Senator Tellers Endorsement For Kittredge Re Election
A letter endorsing Senator Kittredge emerges, praising his loyalty to Western interests, intelligence, and public service. The author argues South Dakota should reelect the Republican senator, calling him a faithful representative capable of guiding national and state concerns.
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Tredge
Washington
West
Alwo
Kittredge
Senate
South Dakota
Congress
Johnson Urges Clean State Funds Policy Against Cassill
The dispute over state treasurer candidates centers on interest income from public funds. George G Johnson campaigns on a square deal and full turnover of funds while Cassill’s backers claim ongoing graft and insist the treasurer may earn interest. Both sides frame the issue as accountability and integrity in handling state money.
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George G. Johnson
Aberden
Hasiee
Johnson
Crawford
Sioux Falls
Eithael
Roth
Isree Ad Hatebe Metsohnson
Cassill
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