Republican Ticket in South Dakota State Races
Theodore Roosevelt is named for president with Charles W. Fairbanks as running mate. Electors Henry S. Morris H. Guistine John Q. Anderson D. R. Evans represent Roberts Lake Charles Mix Butte. Congressional candidates C. H. Burke E. W. Martin. State Supreme Court nominees Dighton W. Corson H. G. Fuller Dickey Elrod. Lieutenant Governor J. E. McDougall. State officers include Secretary of State David Wipf Auditor J F Halladay Treasurer C B Collins Attorney General Philo Hall Superintendent G W Nash Commissioner J Bach Railroad Commissioner W G Smith.
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Henry S. Morris
Roberts
H. H. Guistine
Lake
John Q. Anderson
Charles Mix
D. R. Evans
Butte
Congress
C. H. Burke
Hughes
E. W. Martin
Lawrence
Supreme Court
Dighton
W. Corson
H. G. Fuller
Dickey
H. Elrod
J. E.* McDougall
Marshall
Sec
State
David Wipf
Hutchinson
J. F. Halladay
Aysbury
Ave
C. B. Collins
Brown
Philo Hall
Brookings
Post Confesses Roosevelt Letter a Forged Imposture
The New York Evening Post admits the letter attributed to President Roosevelt to Michael J. Donnelly was a fake. The piece, dated Aug 1, was an imaginary letter written to argue about the meat strike and was never intended as a true presidential missive.
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New York Evening Post
Roosevelt
Michael J. Donnelly
the Post
Evening Post
Ony Benty
A Great Man Gone Senator Hoar Dies in Massachusetts
An obituary notes the death of Senator George F. Hoar of Massachusetts on Friday morning. It recalls his birth on August 29, 1826, his Harvard education, and his long career as a statesman and Republican adviser.
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George F. Hoar
Massachusetts
Nation
Republican Party
Harvard College
State House
Esa
Hamlin County Annexation Bid Stalls After Court Ruling
Judge Geo H Marquis denied a request to compel Hamlin County auditor to place the annexation question on the November 18 election. The ruling allowed petitioners to withdraw their names before final county commission action. Castlewood Republican hails the Hamlin victory with celebratory cheers.
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Codington County
Hamlin
Marquis
Hamlin County
Castlewood Republican
Geo. H. Marquis
Codington
Castlewood
Kingsbury County Lines Up Against Primary
Kingsbury county politics grew tense as Crawford supporters gained control at the county convention. Halladay and Whiting faced shifting loyalties while a machine faction was ousted. The drive for a county primary failed at the vote, and Crawford faction success reshaped local control.
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Kingsbury
Kingsbury County
Crawford
Halladay
Whiting
Ninth Circuit
Spink County
Beadie County
County Republicans Reject State Primary Support
In Kingsbury County a direct Republican vote declared against backing the state primary system though the delegation had been pledged to support it. The move indicates local preference for an alternative method over the proposed party primary.
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Kingsbury County
Prize for largest post membership gain in 1904
Commander H. P. Packard of the department of South Dakota G. ALR urges greater membership. He offers a regulation government flag as a prize to the post achieving the largest percentage increase by December 31, 1904. Flag presentation will occur at the Encampment of 1905.
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H. P. Packard
Department of South Dakota
G. Alr
Spirit of Dakota Praises Artesian Primary Victory
The Spirit of Dakota applauds Sanborn county primary results naming Artesian precinct totals. E M Cochranes running capacity shines as he polled ten more votes than the combined 1902 party totals, receiving every vote in the precinct across democrats populists and republicans.
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Spirit of
Dakota
Sanborn County
E. M. Cochrane
Artesian
Cochrane
Rockafellers Target Lawson’s Finances in Frenzied Climate
The Rockefellers pursue Lawson’s pocket book while Lawson warns of danger from Standard Oil funded ventures. The public recalls Lawson’s Frenzied Finance articles and remains suspicious of enterprises backed by Standard Oil.
Crill Poetry Past Sparks Editorial Bias at Aberdeen News
The Aberdeen News rebukes Crill the Democratic governor candidate for earlier poetry while the editor hints at his own youthful writings. The editorial stance appears influenced by past associations with local figures in Brown County.
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Aberdeen News
Crill
Brown County
Supreme Court Amid Guard Threats as Roberts County Case Probed
The court faces intimidation rumors and possible guards from Conklin to shield officials. Dad Osbon has begun a detailed inquiry into the Roberts county case as tensions rise and conflicts intensify at home.
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Supreme Court
Conklin
Dad Osbon
Roberts County
Dad
Railroads and population urged for South Dakota growth
The speaker argues South Dakota needs more railroads and residents to develop the state. He questions whether voting to condemn half the state will attract capital for further progress.
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South Dakota
Winter Wheat Outlook Boosts South Dakota Sowing
A general gain over the winter wheat belt in South Dakota improves fall sowing conditions. Prospects point to a good start before winter approaches, suggesting favorable early development for the crop.
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Argus
South Dakota
Public sentiment on tax policy and party rhetoric
A remark notes that a very low per capita tax, lower than any state, undermines the Democratic critique of Republican extravagance. The line suggests limited impact of partisan messaging on fiscal issues.
Joe Jefferson Retires From Stage Permanently
The American public loses a legend as Joe Jefferson retires removing a source of lasting joy from American theater. His unique wit and performances are said to be irreplaceable and his departure marks the end of an era in the stage world.
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Joe Jefferson
Consul General John Goodnow Cleared to Remain in Shanghai
The charges against John Goodnow, consul general at Shanghai, were not sustained and he will stay at his post where he has served efficiently for the past seven years.
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John Goodnow
Shanghai
Prairie Fire Ravages Rosebud Reservation
A disastrous prairie fire swept the Rosebud reservation this week destroying vast property before a heavy rainstorm extinguished the flames. Local authorities reported extensive damage to homes and farm buildings and urged caution to prevent rekindling as crews battled remaining hotspots.
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Rosebud Reservation
Capital contestants press ahead with 30 day countdown
The capital contenders push toward the finish with only 30 days remaining. The pace quickens as efforts intensify and teams drive toward a decisive climax in the capital arenas.
Mitchell Fellows Knock Out Capital Victory Hopes
The Mitchell fellows have effectively ended Mitchell’s chances of securing a capital victory. They struck decisively, turning the outcome toward a finish.
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Mitchell
Tax receipts for New York City total near 20 million
Tax payments into the New York City treasury on October 3 amounted to nearly twenty million dollars, reflecting strong municipal revenue intake as the fiscal period closes.
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New York City
Political Budget Debates and Quiet Campaigns Mentioned
The report notes funds up to six thousand dollars pledged for a purpose. Grover Cleveland remains unusually quiet and William Jennings Bryan also speaks little, adding a hush to the campaign scene.
Parker Democrat in South Dakota Scarce Article
A Parker resident in South Dakota is highlighted as a rare political voice in local coverage. The piece emphasizes limited appearances of Parker Democrats in regional media and civic events.
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Parker Democrat
South Dakota
Honey at the Hotel Sparks a Forgetful Tale
A country newspaper man who loves honey visits a city hotel with his wife. After a next trip they seek more honey at noon but are told the honey server has left for a silk mill. The wife is gifted a new dress as the tale ends with a vow of secrecy.
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Sambo
Worthy
World Wheat Shortage Raises European Deficit
A Paris bulletin estimates Europe faces a 64 545 000 bushel wheat shortfall and the world total a 225 250 000 bushel deficit this season. Only seven European countries export while fourteen must import. The US cannot ease European needs as domestic demand grows and crops remain short. Prices are expected to stay high until the next crop. South Dakota shortages are measured in bushels rather than money.
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Paris
Europe
United States
South Dakota
Reciprocity With Cuba Falls Short Of Expectations
State Department statistics show Cuba's import growth from the United States at 3 percent in the first quarter, while France Spain Germany and Great Britain posted 8 16 21 and 20 percent gains. Minister Squiers warns that Cuban exports to the U S have risen, but reciprocity risks remain as American merchants fear diminished sales.
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Cuba
Bradstreet
State Department
United States
France
Spain
Germany
Squiers
Kelley Critique Sparks Legal Battles Over State Attorney
Wessington Times reports Kelley of Huron accused T. M. Simmons’ administration as state attorney. Kelley allegedly penned a critical article and claimed he could not be found when Simmons pursued him. Kelley’s supporters supposedly withheld the author’s name.
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Kelley
Huron
Journal-World
T. M. Simmons
Simmons
Wessington Times
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertised By Toledo Firms
A historical advertisement offers one hundred dollars for a catarrh cure. It cites F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo and endorsements from West & Travux and Walding, Kinnan & Marvin. The remedy is taken internally and claimed to act on blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials offered free. price seven and a half cents per bottle.
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Hall
F. J. Chenry &Co
Toledo
Adow
F. J. Cheney
West & Travux
Ohio
Walding,kinnan & Marvin
Read Family Returns From Omaha Trip
Geo. M. Read came back Saturday night from Omaha where he visited last week with his family who remain at Palo Alto California.
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Geo. M. Read
Omaha
Palo Alto
Cal
Farm Loans Cheaper Than Ever in South Dakota
John H. King Land and Loan Agency secures funds at 4 percent below prior rates to offer settlers farm loans at 6 percent interest plus 5 percent commission in Beadle Spink and Sanborn counties. Money on hand with no delay. Visit Huron office.
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John, H. King
Land and Loan Agency
Beadle
Spink
Sanborn
John H. Kine
Lanps& Loan Agency
M. D. Whisman
Huron
World’s Fair Coach Excursions to St Louis
Low round trip fares advertised via Chicago and North Western Railway to the World’s Fair. From Huron the price is 16.40 dollars with seven day return limit. Dates in September and October offer convenient travel with multiple daily options and stopovers. Full schedule and baggage details available at Chicago and North Western ticket agents.
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St. Louis
St Louis
Chicago and North-Western Railway
Huron
Chicago & North-Western R’y
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Hart, Schaffner & Marx
Wilson Bro
Hart Schaffner & Marx
Young Bro
C. F. Koepp
Huron, South Dakota
John Longstaff
Theodore Roosevelt
Charles W. Fairbanks
Faulkton
Grover Cleveland
Bryan
Lippincott’s Magazine
Sioux Falls
A. Robinson
Pierre, S. D
E. M1. Hegglund
Icity Bakery
E. P. Robins
Dakota Avenue
Chamber of Commerce
Minneapolis
Board of Trade
Duluth
Standard Savings Bank
George C. Fullinweider
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