State Convention Called for Bogettivens Delegates in South Dakota
The Republican State Committee calls a delegate convention at Redfield on June 28 1599 at noon to nominate three candidates for the South Dakota Supreme Court and conduct other business. Voters endorsing Republican policy are invited to unite. representation is by county with two delegates at large plus one per seventy four votes for Governor Kirk Phillips in 189. County and unorganized areas listed with apportioned delegates. By order of the committee Charles N Herreid chairman and Frank Crane secretary.
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Charles N. Herreid
Republican State Committee
Frank Crane
Yerkes Sells Chicago Street Railroad Property
Henry Yerkes has sold his Chicago street railroad property, disposing of the urban transit asset previously held in his portfolio. The deal closes a chapter in quartered transit holdings and shifts ownership of a key urban rail asset to new hands.
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Yerkes
Chicago Street Railroad
Mataafa Chieftain Accepts Armistice in Samoa
Mataafa the rebel chieftain agrees to an armistice in Samoa, signaling a pause in hostilities and a potential shift toward negotiations and restored order amid ongoing conflicts in the island kingdom.
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Mataafa
Samoa
Wisconsin Press Association to visit Black Hills this summer
The Wisconsin Press Association plans a summer visit to the Black Hills, marking a regional outing to explore media collaboration and local journalism opportunities. The trip emphasizes networking with Wisconsin journalists and engaging with Black Hills communities.
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Wisconsin Press Association
Black Hills
Seed Time Heralds Record Crop in '99 Outlook
The seed time is seen as a strong indicator that the harvest in 1899 will set a record. Experts point to favorable conditions and robust yields expected across regions, suggesting a standout year ahead.
Gallant Col Funston Slightly Wounded in Battle
Col Funston of Kansas was slightly wounded in the Thursday battle as reported by the Army dispatches. The incident underscores the ongoing clashes and the resolve of Kansas forces in the frontline engagement.
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Col. Funston
Kansas
McKinley Advocates Humane Terms for Filipinos
A quotation attributes to McKinley arguing against harsh or humiliating conditions for Filipinos, signaling advocacy for more humane treatment during the colonial period. The remark reflects posture in governance and public diplomacy of the era.
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McKinley
Seeding in this state vows better conditions for crops
A brief report notes that sowing has begun in the section with all units agreeing that no crop was ever planted under more favorable conditions. The statement highlights optimal soil and climate readiness across the area.
Connecticut Defeats Woman Suffrage Law in Legislature
Connecticut lawmakers defeat a woman suffrage bill as the equal suffrage movement advances cautiously, described with a crablike, slow progression in public sentiment.
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Connecticut
South Dakota Boys Stand Front On Any Field
The text extols South Dakota boys as ever ready and invincible whether in peace or war, suggesting their widespread presence and dependable prowess.
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Philippines
South Dakota Volunteers Ordered Home From Philippines
South Dakota volunteers in the Philippines have been ordered home for discharge leaving the administration short of rags to chew.
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South Dakota
Phillippines
Government chemist testifies on food fraud scale in country
A government chemist declares that 90 percent of food and drink in the nation are fraudulent, signaling that South Dakota's pure food law will vigorously enforce provisions.
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South Dakota
Anti expansionists oppose Philippines after Porto Rico and Hawaii
The author notes a stark shift in sentiment, claiming anti expansionists accepted Porto Rico and Hawaii without resistance but balked at the Philippines, leaving the difference in feeling hard to explain.
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Porto Rico
Hawaii
White savages in Georgia echoed by Col Watterson
Col Henry Watterson comments on the late Georgia outrage saying white savages exist among whites and blacks. He argues that powder in human hearts remains, latent until ignited by passion, returning society to primal brutality. He notes such dangers are present in all civilized societies.
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Henry Watterson
Georgia
Frank Morris as South Dakota Governor Candidate
The Minneapolis Journal notes talk of Frank Morris as the next governor of South Dakota. It would be a significant change after a long period without a governor, should he be elected.
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Minneapolis Journal
Huron
Frank Morris
South Dakota
Frank
Philippine War Critique Reframes Cause of Bloodshed
In reflecting on the Philippine War the author notes Aguinaldo's troops fired first and US soldiers replied in kind, arguing the United States bears no more responsibility for the bloodshed than the Lincoln administration bears for Fort Sumter.
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United States
Lincoln
Fort Sumpter
Notable Judge Fuller Seeks Safe Return of Volunteers
Justice Fuller of the supreme court speaks in his city about the Phillippines where his son Captain Fuller serves in Company A. He expresses deep parental desire for his son's safe home yet prioritizes duty as long as the flag is fired upon, noting his son and troops wish to return only when fighting ends.
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Supreme Court
Phillippines
Captain Fuller
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Beadle County Faker Peddles Faux History to Attract Readers
The Argus Leader notes a fake historian in Beadle county who preys on local pride by drafting a counterfeit county history. He targets ambitious readers, offering sensational write ups as bait and has attracted several unwary supporters with his bookish scheme.
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Beadle County
Argus-Leader
Controversy Over Kyle as State Delegates to National Convention
The Vermillion Republican and Aberdeen News push Kyle as a South Dakota Republican delegate to the next national convention while other papers question his record. The Sioux Falls Press notes the debate but says the state convention will choose delegates and loyal Republicans will back the convention's action.
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Vermillion Republican
Aberdeen News
Kyle
South Dakota
Alexandria Herald
Senate
Herald
Huronite
Canton News
Sioux Falls Press
Pettigrew
Postal system as model for government ownership long cited
In the May Cosmopolitan, Postmaster General Charles Emory Smith hails the United States Postal Service as the largest and most intricate operation ever, arguing its efficiency supports government ownership of telegraph lines, express and transportation firms, and noting that the public bears no burden while private corporations shoulder costs and debts. He urges that statistics from the postal system prove government ownership is the solution.
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United States
Charles Emory Smith
May Cosmopolitan
Justices Haney Fuller Carried in Rail Cases Say Record Refutes Attacks
A Canton News critique of Justices Haney and Fuller is rebutted by a compiled record of supreme court decisions involving the C M St P Ry Co. Key verdicts show splits favoring and opposing the railroad company. The piece argues the court record proves the charges false and urges a retraction. The article also notes South Dakota Volunteers nearing finish of duty and imminent return home as the war efforts wind down.
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Canton News
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Fuller
Houronire
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Haukland v. Minn
St. Louis Ry. Co
Adams
Peart
Keilback
Keilbach
Hills Respond To Aguinaldo Support Criticism
The Argus Leader reports a Deadwood mass meeting repudiating Judge Moore’s pro Aguinaldo sentiment. The crowd sent a message praising the First South Dakota unit and wishing protection by the God of battles. The stance reflects wide Black Hills support for American troops.
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United States
Black Hills
South Dakota
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Deadwood
Memorial Day observance urged by South Dakota G A R
Col Farr's orders from Grand Army of the Republic headquarter in Pierre call all posts in the Department of South Dakota to unite for Memorial Day 1899. They urge solemn ceremonies, flower rites, and pledges of fraternity and loyalty, with church services, school involvement, and cooperation with teachers to honor veterans and promote patriotic values.
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