Political and local notes from a noisy 1900s column
The piece mixes brief remarks on campaigns and figures including Pierre papers and an upcoming event in an auditorium. It notes a canal view, a new cracker factory in Deadwood employing about forty, and William Hearst retreating from candidacy. It also mentions Bryan and Rockefeller in lighthearted context and Panama Canal work.
Uniting for Huron Rail Coal and Prison Venture
The article notes unified drive to boost Huron and city property values while Gov E rod presses rail lines to ship coal. It reports gold found in Yankton county and coal in Spink county, with tests on mineral veins pending. The twine plant plan appears approved and may require more penitentiary staffing or a larger state prison.
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Huron
E’rod
Reilroads
Yankton County
Spink County
Mayor Schmitz Indicted in San Francisco Graft Case
San Francisco mayor Schmitz faces indictment for graft. Subordinates implicated in small speculations ready to testify against him. Hon. Philo Hall mourns the death of his young son and receives widespread sympathy from the commonwealth in this hour of sorrow.
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Schmitz
San Francisco
Philo Hall
Mitchell Seed House Aims South Dakota Grown Seeds
Mitchell plans to establish a seed house with the objective of raising and selling seeds grown strictly in South Dakota. The venture is capitalized at 100000 dollars with a paid up capital of 25000 dollars.
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Mitchell
At Seed House
South Dakota
The
Con
Cerns
Roosevelt declares Panama Canal work progressing well
President Roosevelt states digging of the Panama Canal is advancing satisfactorily and that the Knockers have no valid grounds for objection.
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Roosevelt
Panama Ditch
The Pierre Dakotan Hails Billinghurst Labor for Governor
The Pierre Dakotan notes Mr. Billinghurst works long hours on behalf of the new governor. It says his labors are noted and that his experience may differ from others who have promoted the Crawford banner.
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Billinghurst
Crawford
Sioux Falls Press Urges Bigger Capitol Building
The Sioux Falls Press urges the legislature to provide for a larger capitol than last session. It says the press is anxious for a large appropriation to have an opportunity to kick when the session closes.
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Sioux Falls
Legisla
Hearst Supporters in New York City Get A Rake of Reform
Report says all letter carriers in New York City except two voted for Hearst in the last election. The two are marked by Hearst's independent league and face removal at the earliest opportunity. Roosevelt's presidency means these men remain safe for now.
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New York City
Hearst
Bill Urges Chicago Commercial Club Address
Dim Bill addresses the Commercial Club of Chicago urging action on city affairs and development plans during a formal meeting. He emphasizes economic growth, civic projects, and the need for coordinated municipal efforts.
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Dim Bill
Commercial Club of
Chigago
Free Trade With Canada Seen as Paramount Issue
The passage notes Mr Hirt prepared remarks and asserts free trade with Canada will become a paramount national issue from a business perspective.
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Hirt
Canada
Iroquois Chief and the 1889 Minnesota primary law
The Minneapolis Journal criticized the 1889 primary law, noting it sounded strong in theory but had loose features in practice. The paper highlights how anti primary factions challenged the law and reprints a Journal article for readers to digest.
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Minneapolis Journal
Aberdeen faces Sunday theatre proposition showdown
The city of Aberdeen debates allowing Sunday amusements as no law forces theatres to close on Sunday. The vote will reveal public sentiment on this moral issue.
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Aberdeen
Aber
Rail workers gain 10 percent wage rise seen as huge
The proposed 10 percent wage advance for railway workers would total nearly 100 million dollars annually and is celebrated by employees while stockholders enjoy large dividends. The piece notes railroad profits, suggests possible rate cuts, and questions who bears the cost beyond higher wages and dividends.
Crawford and Democratic Platform Highlight South Dakota Nods
The piece argues that Crawford ran on democratic reform lines long urged by South Dakota Democrats. It claims a state primary law and anti pass rules will follow his election, with a sympathetic legislature likely to push populist and fusion era measures.
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Crawford
South Dakota
United States Senate
Senate
State Superintendent Declines Gift Copy of Webster's Lexicon
Hans A. Ustred, newly elected state superintendent of schools, declines a Webster's lexicon from publishers. He explains the gesture and promptly sends his letter of decline to a Sioux Falls publisher who prints it and comments editorially. Critics say he aimed for publicity more than a courteous refusal.
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Hans A. Ustred
State Superintendent of Schools
Webster
Anna Gould’s marriage warns American girls about titles
The article warns American heiresses against marrying for titles to avoid a doomed marriage. It notes Anna Gould’s alliance with a French count caused years of abuse and humiliation, emphasizing the vanity and inherited wealth that can drive such unions and warning young women, especially Americans, to be cautious.
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Anna Gould
Miss Gould
Objections to the Minnesota Primary Law Grow
The Minneapolis Journal surveys public figures who oppose Minnesota s primary election law now seen as a growing failure since 1899. Critics urge amendments or repeal citing cross party primaries money influence and voter alignment issues. Some favor returning to the convention system with direct delegate votes to restore purity and reduce manipulation.
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Minnesota
Minneapolis
Insurgents Refuse to Put Primary Law to Voters
The insurgents who vowed to block the referendum now in power dare not submit the proposed primary law to the voters at the polls, arguing they should have voter consideration.
Cure A Cold In One Day Elixir Ad
An old medicinal ad promises a one day cure for colds using Laxative Bromide Nine tablets. It notes a refund if it fails and credits E. W. Grove on each box with a printed signature.
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E. W Grove
Property Transaction Notice At Bayard Beracu Houghton Block
A brief property listing notes a bayard beracu related sale or loan on city or farm land within the houghton block. The notice indicates potential purchase or collateral actions and is aimed at lenders buyers and owners in the area.
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Aupon City
Bayard Beracu
Houghton Block
Famous Strike Breakers at Holland Wheeler’s Drugstore
A vintage ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as the most famous strike breakers for liver and bowels, promising quick relief from constipation, headache, and dizziness. Available for 25 cents at Holland Wheeler's druggist.
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Dr. King
New Life
Holland Wheeler
Bucklin's Arnica Salve Credited With Saved Hip Surgery
A. Stickel of Miletus West Virginia recounts a near surgery for a malignant ulcer on his daughter's hip was prevented by Bucklin's Arnica Salve. He states persistent use fully cured the condition. Sold for 25 cents at Holland Wheeler's.
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Bucklin
A. ©. Stickel
Miletus
W. Va
Holland Wheeler
Electric Bitters Cured St. Vitus' Dance in Child
Blair of St Albans West Virginia reports his daughter recovered from a severe nervous disorder after using Electric Bitters. He states three bottles effected a complete cure and endorses the remedy for nervous complaints debility female weakness and malaria priced at 50 cents by Holland Wheeler druggist.
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S. ©. Blair
St. Albans
W. Va
Holland Wheeler Druggist
A Year of Blood Mentioned in Kentucky Tale
In Alliance Kentucky F N Tacket recounts a harsh lung bleed year of 1903. He credits Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption with a dramatic recovery after four bottles restoring health. The testimonial notes guaranteed relief for sore lungs coughs and colds with trial bottle offered.
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F. N. Tacket
Alliance
Holland Wheeler’s
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