The Call of the Soil and Western Migration Trends
The article notes a mass movement toward the West in 1909 with many settlers aiming to acquire farm land. It discusses Homestead Act limits, irrigation costs, and the growing profitability of farming alongside rising wheat prices and cereal crops. It also mentions Aberdeen’s six story building rumor and political intrigue at the White House.
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St. Louis
West
United States
Mississippi
Uncle Sam
Patten
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Aberdeen
Washington
Gumble
Crawford
White House
R.S
South Dakota
The Referendum Debate and Constitutional Reform
The Argus Leader opposes repealing the referendum and favors expanding voter rights. It notes five petitions filed and a sixth due, arguing the constitution should not curb referenda but strengthen safeguards against abuse while preserving public participation in approving laws.
Egan seeks reinstatement after disbarment in the state
A disbarred Sioux Falls lawyer named Egan petitions the state supreme court for reinstatement arguing he has atoned with sufficient punishment and promises to reform. The petition mocks religious and family figures, using melodrama to sway the court, but omits published cartoons noted by Fgan as part of an oversight.
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Sioux Falls
Egan
Supreme Court
Angela
Granville Jones Targets Goebel Pardon Critique
Granville Jones of Aberdeen Democrat defends Black Belt democracy and condemns Goebel pardon of Taylor. He chides Goebel praise and mocks naming customs, suggesting Kentucky mothers honor Goebel while some black families name hounds for Taylor, provoking debate over racial naming norms.
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Granville Jones
Aberdeen Democrat
Goebel
Taylor
Kentucky
South Dakota Senatorial Crossings and Taft Appointments
The Huronite doubts Mr Persons will be reappointed and questions whether the lieutenant governor will gain a Washington post. It cites Persons record and citizenship quality as reasons, while noting Taft’s regard for Shober by reputation and the many hurdles ahead for any Wash ington chair.
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Person
South Dakota
Persons
Taft
Washington
Disappointment Over Insurance State Mentents Award
A writer laments not being the sole republican paper in the state to avoid insurance department acknowledgments. The morning mail brought a letter saying two state ments were awarded and will arrive soon, marking the first disappointment of a long life of pleasures. The note seeks friends' sympathy.
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Insurance Department
Doughnuts Under Fire From Mrs Rorer in Aberdeen
The Aberdeen News reports Mrs Sarah T Rorer a Philadelphia cooking expert condemns doughnuts as immoral while Aberdeen men regularly enjoy coffee and doughnuts at noon. The paper counters that she misjudges the snack and questions her authority on local tastes.
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Sarah T. Rorer
Huron
Aberdeen
Philadelphia
Aberdeen News
Puzzling Ballot Layout Sparks Secretary’s Concern
The state secretary faces confusion over a sample ballot for constitutional amendments and laws in the next general election. Law requires six point type across a paper not over 10 inches wide, but the ballot would exceed 10 feet in length. Printing would likely occur outside the state due to paper size and press limitations.
Governor urged special session on ballot printing law
The governor called for a special session to amend the law requiring full text of the law to appear on ballots. He criticized printing the entire content as unnecessary and confusing and supported printing only the titles. The governor urged prompt legislative action for a constitutional and legal amendment.
Steam and Electric Railroads Share 112 Million Cross Ties
In 1908 the statistician of the U S Forest Service reports steam and electric railroads purchased over 112 million cross ties at more than 50 cents each, totaling about 56 million dollars.
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Forest Service of
United States
Senator Dolliver Delivers Caustic Oration on Vote
A noted senator delivers an eloquent but biting speech, challenging the alignment of his vote with his stated stance, prompting readers to watch for future parliamentary action and potential political consequences.
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Dolliver
Pierre Citizens Exemplify Civic Spirit and Enterprise
The citizens of Pierre display public spirit, enterprise and civic pride that other South Dakota cities could profitably emulate.
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Pierre
Senator La Follette Escapes Fire Line grilling
Senator La Follette fled the firing line in the Senate last week and faced sharp questioning afterward, prompting debate over his stance and conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Follette
Senate
Senator Aldrich Known For Commanding Ability In Debate
Readers acknowledge Senator Aldrich's strong command in political debates though opinions about his policies vary. His leadership and persuasive presence are noted as defining elements of his public role.
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Senator Aldrich
Hall's Catarrh Cure Offered With $100 Reward
Readers learn Hall's Catarrh Cure is claimed to cure catarrh in all stages. The ad notes a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure and provides mail order details and drugstore availability. It promotes internal use to reach blood and mucous surfaces and mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Sclence
Hall
F.J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Missing England bound man prompts farm care under law
Winter 1901 02 story follows E O Snyder of this city caring for the Wolsey farm of Thomas Bate after Bate left for England and vanished. Relatives in Charles City Iowa learn of Bate's property as Snyder maintains 60 cultivated acres, six horses, and life insurance for the Woodmen order. probate will decide the estate due to Bate's mental state.
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E. O. Snyder
Wolsey
Thomas Bate
Snyder
England
Mr. Snyder
Bate
Clark
A. J. Cleaver
Cleaver
Mr. Bate
New York City
Charles City
William Bate
Huron
Register of Deeds
Holbrook
E., C. Snyder
Desperate Lung Trouble Healed by New Discovery
Bert R Lean of Cheney Washington faced a deadly lung illness after a hard cold. After expensive visits to specialists in Spokane and a failed California attempt, he found relief with Dr King s New Discovery. It cured his bronchitis and coughs and is guaranteed by H Wheeler with a free trial bottle.
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Bert R. Lean
Cheny
Wash
Spokane
California
H. Wheeler
Grunting Passenger Uses Two Seats On C N W Train
A northbound C N W passenger train near Huron carried a curious scene as a man occupying a seat refused to yield half for a second traveler claiming a hidden partner. Witnesses concluded the rider was misplaced and should have been on a freight train from the stock yard.
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Yin
Partnes
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Mantered
Argylls
Secretary of the State
Argua
Forman, Ford & Co
C. H. Longstaff
W. F. ER. Whorton
Office
D. O. Root
August Tams
0. R. Wright
World
Ysntit
DR. v. 5. Jones
Mouser
Huron, South Dakota
Barnham
Trevats Battios
Servia
Continent
Sarah T. Rover
Commercial Club
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