Republican State Convention in Yankton for 1894 nominations
The Republicans of South Dakota convene in Yankton on the afternoon of August 1894 to nominate candidates for two representatives in congress governor lieutenant governor and other state offices. The committee recommends one delegate per county plus county representation based on votes for Sheldon in 1892 and prohibits proxies. Delegates and alternates may cast full county votes.</s>
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Repubicans
South Dakota
Yankton
South Ota
Congress
Genery
Labor and Statistics
Missouri River
Lyman
Sterling
Noland
Jackson
Ziebach
Pratt
Presho
Gregory
Harding
Charles H. Sheldon
Republican County Convention Call for Beadle County
Beadle county Republicans meet at the court house in Huron on June 26 at 10 a.m. to nominate a state senator two representatives register of deeds county treasurer auditor sheriff probate judge superintendent of schools states attorney clerk of the courts and four justices of the peace plus four constables and to select eighteen delegates for the August 22 1864 Yankton state convention. Caucuses on June 23 at 4 p.m. in general or 8 p.m. in Huron with one hour open voting. no proxies. delegates vote as a unit. central committee named. delegates chosen after the county ticket is nominated.
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Beadle County
Court House
Huron
Register of Deeds
Sherif
Yankton
Senate
Capitol
South Dakota
Pettigrew
Washington
Exen
Congress
Northwest
Senate Faces Scrutiny Over Sheep Theft Allegation
A senate inquiry reviews a claim about misappropriated sheep assets. Officials say the case centers on potential theft involving public resources and livestock handling. No arrests announced as investigations continue.
Masonic Grand Lodge to Meet Next at Pierre
The Masonic grand lodge plans its next gathering in Pierre with the site to be announced for the event. Local chapters anticipate ceremonial activities and formal sessions as members prepare travel and lodging arrangements.
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Masonic Grand Lodge
Pierre
The Quay idea I would rather be rich than be president
The remark expresses a personal valuation preferring wealth over political leadership. It contrasts the appeal of financial gain with elected office and hints at a cynical view of public service. No broader context is provided.
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Quay
Wet Season Timing Says Crops Need Rain
The article notes that current conditions indicate the crop season is entering a proper wet period, with farmers urged to prepare for increased rainfall and irrigation planning.
High tariff labeled as robbery by critic of democracy
A critic argues that a high protective tariff constitutes theft, claiming it is enacted by Democrats. The remark frames tariff policy as unfair redistribution and questions legislative intentions.
Watertown Candidate William McIntyre Seeks Congress Seat
Hon William McIntyre is listed as a congressional candidate from Watertown. The report notes his bid for the seat, placing him among contenders in the local race.
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William McIntyre
Congress
Watertown
Mr John Shultz Plans Creamery at Burr Oak Home
John Shultz works toward establishing a creamery at his Burr Oak residence with good prospects for success.
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John Shultz
Burr Oak
Carthage News Enters Its Twelfth Year Of Publication
The Carthage News marks its twelfth year with a bold, robust voice and a confident stance. Editors promise continued community coverage and a steady, spirited presence in local affairs.
Coxeyites Stir North Dakota Finances Turmoil
In North Dakota officials warn of worsening finances while Coxeyite protesters cause disruption across the state, challenging government in multiple towns and pressuring budget measures.
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North Dakota
Coxeyites
Representative Lucas Secures Pension for Mrs Nellie Monroe
Dispatches credit Representative Lucas with obtaining a pension for Mrs Nellie Monroe of Sioux Falls.
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Dispatches
Lucas
Nellie Monroe
Sioux Falls
Governor Sheldon Likely Renominated by Acclamation
The Sioux Falls Press reports that it indeed appears Governor Sheldon will be renominated by acclamation. The piece notes strong party support and a smooth convention path with no clear opposition emerging.
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Sioux Falls
Sheldon
Mrs Lease Faces Improbable Comeback Speech Claim
A brief note reports Mrs Lease, near death, able to contract to make speeches with a tongue that will wiggle until sundown. The remark suggests a resilient, ironic spin on her condition.
State printing office plan divides Parkston and Cen terville
The Parkston Advance endorses creating a state printing office to handle its own work while the Cen terville Journal opposes the proposal, highlighting a split in editorial stance on state control of printing duties.
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Parkston Advance
The
Centerville Journal
Sugar trusts and other corporations violate law and justice
A historical remark notes that when big companies break the law they disrupt public order, likening their actions to sowing grass in the middle of a road where people must pass, highlighting justice and street rights concerns.
Rains reshape South Dakota as residents face fears
The widespread rains touched nearly every region of the state creating a new outlook for locals. Officials say people were more frightened than injured as communities assess damage and recovery prospects.
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South Dakota
Howard Advocate Backs R. S. Person for Coroner
The Howard Advocate endorses R. S. Person for coroner, arguing that an able man is needed for the office and urging support for his candidacy.
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Howard
R. S. Person
Weather Haunts Roads As Crop Blockade Looms
Weather backlogs threaten transport as three days of similar conditions raise fears of a new crop blockade. Officials warn roads may not carry the harvest if this pattern continues.
Press and Dakotan notes on Gamble Milton conspiracy claim
The Press and Dakotan appears to deny any serious plot between R J Gamble and Sam B Milton to defeat both Lucas and Pickler, suggesting no credible alliance or strategy is proven in the report.
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R. J. Gamble
Sam. B. Milton
Lucas
Pickler
Hon. T. 8. Everitt Returns to Hitchcock with Family
Hon. T. 8. Everitt and his family plan to move back to Hitchcock from Redfield after a stay of several months. Beadle county is noted as a favorable home base for their return.
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Everitt
Hitchcock
Redfield
Beadle County
Watertown High School Graduates Hear Governor Sheldon Speech
In Watertown the Kampeskian reports that Governor Sheldon delivered a high praise filled address in the city hall on diploma presentation to the high school graduates.
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Watertown
Kampeskian
Sheldon
Sioux Falls Man Accused In 50000 Loan Scheme
One Hanson of Sioux Falls acting as agent for a large loan company is charged with a scheme to profit by 50000. The company has asked the courts for relief.
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One Hanson
Sioux Falls
Democratic convention set for September 5 1994
Glenn M. Farley of the Madison Outlook announces that the Democratic convention will be held on September 5, 1994. He states the timing is sufficient and asserts the party is not backing down.
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Glenn M. Farley
Madison
Dried-out kicker comments on street clash with Indians
A thirsting street figure vents anger at a group labeled Indians for alleged intrusion and abandonment. The terse remark hints at revenge and a desire to act, reflecting streetwise tension and frustration.
Faulk County Hopeful For Captain Humphrey This Year
Captain Humphrey of the Faulk ton Times remarks Faulk county will be for him again this year despite rumors of personal sentiment toward Major Pickler.
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Humphrey
Faulkton Times
Major Pickler
Faulk County
Mitchell Republicans Convention Report Praised
The Mitchell Republican lauds its own convention coverage as an excellent and responsible news report, noting the paper’s growing role as a true news source for the public.
Renomination Seen for Governor Sheldon
The White Lake Wave of Aurora County predicts Sheldon will be renominated. It states confidence that he will render the state as good services as any candidate now before the public.
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White Lake
Aurora County
Sheldon
Kingsbury Papers Clear Gleason From Superintendent Race
Local Kingsbury records show no reference in the paper to R S Gleason’s removal from the superintendent race over ties to a large school book publisher. If reports circulate elsewhere they have not appeared in this edition.
Oregon Elects Republican Governor and Delegation
The text notes a Republican governor elected with a 15000 plurality and a full Republican delegation to Congress. It asserts Oregon leads this year and references populists and Democrats hearing their own dashing. The passage admires the GOP outcome and dismisses opposition sentiment.
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Oregon
Pops
Senator Jones Tariff Speech Urges National Self-Help
The Nevada senator argues the republic should do its own work and presents a comprehensive tariff case. The speech, described as a text book on the subject, is urged for every voter to read.
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Republic
John P. Jones
Nevada
America
Populists Split Over Gov Shortridge and Sheldon
In Mitchell the populists refused to endorse the Republican Gov Sheldon administration and in Jamestown they rejected the Populist Gov Shortridge admin. The populists endorse nothing already accomplished, only what they plan to do.
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Mitchell
Sheldon
Jamestown
Shortridge
Republican Record formed from two papers
The Republican at Faulkton and the Record have consolidated under the name Republican Record. Mr. Young retires, leaving Evans and Springer in charge. It is described as a good move with best wishes for success to all involved.
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Republican
Faulkton
Young & Evans
Record
M. P. Springer
Republican Record
Young
Evans & Springer
Brookings Register Starts Volume 14 Under Dutcher Breed Storgaard
The Brookings Register opens volume 14 with Dutcher Breed and Storgaard at the helm. The Huronite notes the Register's presence among newspapers it would banquet with fifty years hence, indicating regional esteem.
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Brookings Register
Dutcher, Breed & Storgaard
Huronite
South Dakota Representative Lucas Delivers Bank Tax Speech
The able speech by Representative Lucas of South Dakota arguing to suspend the ten percent bank tax has circulated in pamphlet form. The Huronite reports it now possesses a copy of the pamphlet.
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Lucas
South Dakota
Jane 5Th
Huronics Congratulate Lawyer Tom H. Nall
The Huronics extend sincere congratulations to lawyer Tom H. Nall but note he will not be elected South Dakota attorney general next term. They acknowledge the office will go to another. Tom is certain his nonselection is assured.
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Huronics
Tom H. Nall
South Dakota
Tom
Senator Pettigrew correspondence threat sparks outrage
The proposal to publish Pettigrew’s letters to supposed political friends is denounced as a vile, unfounded scheme. Critics say such indiscretions would reveal only folly and infamy, insulting public discourse and undermining trust in political communication.
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Pettigrew
Brookings Press Editor Charley Allen Improves
Charley Allen of the Brookings Press is on the critical sick list but improving. The note wishes he may gain strength to outlast fellow reporters, and to toss Tom Bishop over the moon before nominating conventions demand attention.
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Charley Allen
Brookings Press
Bro. Allen
Tom Bishop
Death of Governor Sheldon’s Young Son James
Dispatches report the death of James, the eighteen year old son of Governor Sheldon, a greatly beloved youth just entering manhood. The note highlights the family’s past sorrows and the deep sorrow this loss brings to a governor already tested by tragedy.
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James
Sheldon
Plan to select state printer and binder favored by expert
The legislature would choose a state printer and a state binder with a fixed price schedule. An experienced publisher notes this plan, though past lowest-bid contracts have produced poor results, benefiting favored and nearby printers who cut corners.
Free lumber duty impact on South Dakota builders
The piece argues that free lumber would not reliably lower costs for builders in South Dakota. It cautions against assuming tariff effects mirror those of sugar, noting lumber tariffs from one to two dollars per thousand may actually raise, not reduce, consumer prices and that foreigners would bear the tax.
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South Dakota
Pettigrew
Miller paper enters second year as official local Sun
Thomas Stratton reports The Ree Valley Sun marks its first anniversary in Miller with plans to operate officially under state laws. He notes the plant and building are debt free, but laments local readers and businesses reluctant to support the newspaper through timely payments. Success to the yearling Sun.
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Thomas Stratton
Miller
Ree Valley
Milbank figure Jack Lockhart Careers in a Local Prank
A Milbank man Jack Lockhart interacts with an unidentified writer in an unexpected location. The exchange includes friendly banter and mistaken identity as Lockhart jokes about a supposed F surname and family ties. The narrator notes Lockhart’s cordial manner and hints at a forthcoming reveal to someone referred to as Mr. F.
Debate on Homeopathic representation and state health board
The piece argues against bias toward the Homeopathic school in state appointments, defending Governor Sheldon’s health board choices and noting the small share of Homeopathic practitioners. It condemns proportional representation as a basis for board seats and praises Finnerud’s long term appointment and health-education leadership. It then shifts to Washington politics with Pettigrew’s future, tariff debates, and Northwest congressional prospects.
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Board of Health
Sheldon
Finnerud
Board of Regents
Mrs Lease Illness Sparks Press Feud in Local Papers
The Houronite notes Mrs. Mary Lease is very ill with rheumatism and asks critics to refrain from mocking her suffering. The Langford Bugle retorts with sharp rebuke, calling the exchange ghoul like and unkind. Lease responds that her illness does not dull her speech or spirit.
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Houronite
Mary Lease
Glad to Get Mad to Miss. White Lake Wave Birthday
The Huronite newspaper marks its fourteenth birthday as a long-standing exchange the community both welcomes and critiques. Long may it keep coming.
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White Lake
Lucas in the Black Hills renomination favored
The Hot Springs Star argues Mr. Lucas deserves renomination by Republicans citing precedents and his excellent services. Capt Lucas is praised for good service and is viewed as easier to renominate than any other Black Hills man. An attempt to change may risk losing the congressman from this section.
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Hot Springs Star
Lucas
Hills
Black Hills
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