28 Mar 1924
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Newspaper
The Kadoka Press
Location
Kadoka, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1924
Page
1
Governor McMaster ally C N Leedom revisits Kadoka for a political rally and homecoming. He defends the governor on oil, banking, and tariffs, urges fair campaigns, cites tax breakdowns for Kadoka’s 100 dollar tax impact, and highlights McMaster’s state improvements. A separate item notes the Odd Fellows lodge organizes in Kadoka with 39 members after new inductees.
The Tuberculosis Seal and Bond Sale netted 277.24 with 22.76 shortfall hoped to be covered by donations. Jackson County teachers show higher salaries and superior credentials, with 2nd grade 26 percent, 1st grade 40 percent, state certificates 20 percent, diplomas 10 percent, and primary certificates 1 percent. Spelling contests rise as County Contest set for May 3 at Interior. district contests announced.
The Social meeting of the Ladies Aid Society of the Presbyterian church will be held next Thursday afternoon April 3 at the home of Mrs S P Brooks. The hostess will be assisted by Mrs Crocker and Mrs Schnee. Good attendance is desired. Visitors welcome.
Leedom spoke with personal experience to earn audience sympathy and refute charges against his camp. Despite three weeks of campaigning and fifty one addresses, he won the crowd’s support. He spoke in a harsh voice and whispered at times, then attended a social gathering with sandwiches and coffee after the meeting as highway commissioner continued campaigning to Sturgis and Spearfish.
Early returns show McMaster with a clear lead over Sterling and Coolidge likely defeating Johnson. The race features unusual alignments with Sterling backing Coolidge and McMaster aligning with Johnson. Statewide results note Democratic hopes with McAdoo and margins for Williamson and Johnson. County results: McMaster and Coolidge win in two precincts missing due to bad roads. detailed tallies list winners and margins in various races.
Jackson County Post No 27 meets in the Kadoka courthouse basement at 8 PM on Monday March 31 1924. All legion and ex service men urged to attend bring dues for 1924 and start the post strong F G Coye commands with R H Dunmore adjutant. Weekly papers declining while some say only the fittest survive says H C Hornung of the National Editorial Association in St Paul March 26.
Congressman Williamson notes War Department invites 17 to 24 year olds in the district to join Citizens' Military Training Camps. Programs include military physical and mental training with recreation. All expenses paid including transport, meals, uniforms, and medical care. Contact the congressman for information and application blanks.
The congregation will hold its annual meeting April 4 at eight o'clock in the church. Reports from last year will be presented and plans for the coming year discussed. All donors and interested parishioners are welcome to attend.
Funeral for Wright, the local postmaster, took place last Sunday at the Presbyterian church with Rev. A V Bryan officiating. A large crowd attended to pay respects, and interment followed at the local cemetery. The Press regrets not providing a full obituary due to missing information.
A Republican state legislature candidate thanks Jackson County voters for their loyal support and the splendid vote. He expresses pleasure and gratitude for the many kind friends who backed him.
Evergreen Chapter 97 welcomed Associate Grand Matron Evelyn B. Warne of Redfield for the annual visitation. Degrees were conferred on Mrs. Claude Crew of Interior, followed by a luncheon in the Temple basement. Out of town guests included Mr. and Mrs. Fred C. Barth, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Drips, Mrs. James Bateman, Mrs. J. C. Rounds, Mrs. R. A. Duel, and Mrs. Smith of Rapid City.
The guide outlines a strict day by day feeding plan for newborn chicks. It emphasizes feeding frequency and specific foods from oats to bran, plus daily milk, to boost poultry productivity per Minn. Ag. College experts.
A U.S. Department of Agriculture report, released March 13, shows a larger grain and feed reserve in the United States and South Dakota on March 1 than a year earlier. It analyzes which crops may be most profitable and notes hay surplus in South Dakota despite a national hay dip.
The South Dakota Supreme Court reversed an attorney general ruling denying unorganized counties a ballot on state and national issues. The decision restored voting rights, prompting officials to issue supplies and sheriffs to attempt distribution. The case arose after mandamus actions against county auditors and highlighted administrative delays before a primary election.
Superintendent J M Woods of Washabaugh county schools plans a teachers institute at Wanblee on April fifth with Major Coursey South Dakota educator soldier and poet delivering a 2:00 pm lecture on South Dakota poets. Division superintendent Christofferson of the Milwaukee railroad will accompany him to speak to teachers and residents. The event offers a rare chance to hear two widely known figures and is open to the reservation community.
Mrs. Anna B. Smith of the Custer Battlefield Hiway aided by Fisher’s office visited Kadoka last week to solicit memberships. Kadoka aims to raise $200 for the hiway association drive as memberships continue to come in at a promising rate. The town prepares for a larger tourist influx and promises enhanced visitor comfort and Kadoka’s acclaimed hospitality.
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