05 Apr 1916
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Newspaper
The Lemmon Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1916
Page
1
The article notes a proposed tax levy to support a band, presented to the commissioners. Indications point to broad support with little opposition and a likely unanimous vote favorable to the levy. The measure would be considered at the upcoming election.
A flood of emigrants heads for Perkins as land claims around Lenegon bring new residents. Waldauske, once on a Coal Springs farm, buys quarter section and plans Westewine homestead buildings for breeding stock. Pfeif returns home after harvest, hires labor, and aims to plant a large crop on his Lemmon area parcel.
The Herald announces Chas G Carrell as a desirable Democratic nominee for State's Attorney. He is described as quiet, honest, and trusted by friends, with his private business limiting campaigning. The current State's Attorney JL P McNulty will not seek re election due to health.
A gasoline explosion started by a fire last Tuesday night severely burned Stron Reasey, a resident about fifteen miles south of Mott. Neighbors freed him through a side window, and he was rushed to Mott for care with hopes fading for a full recovery. His parents from near Lemmon joined him, and the father said recovery is possible but work may be impossible this summer.
A fragmented verse voice defends blunt honesty and warns against mingling with chronic complainers and shallow critics. It praises direct talk and sincere fighters while noting the value of grouchy yet purposeful remarks.
The city of Lemmon expects a busy year with a new fire proof hotel and garage, a touring mill, fourteen residences, and miles of concrete walk. ALR Young plans a modern fireproof hotel on the corner once occupied by W A Williams. Lemmon Auto arranging a brick front garage nearby. A large brick veneer factory ten stories high is eyed for eastern island site with first floor factory and second floor store room. Anderson, meeting with capitalists, aims to rush the mill and secure funding before fall hustle.
The Tenth District invites high schools to Mobridge for a declamatory contest on Thursday May 1 with a track and field meet. Gold medals awarded for firsts silvers for seconds and a silver cup to relay winner plus a cup to the meet champion. Events include sprints hurdles distance events high jump discus shot put and baseball throwing. Schools must secure declamatory league membership by sending to Mr Rob Rawlins Pierre.
A Dickinson residence was destroyed by a blaze in the south part of the city. Alarm timing delayed a general response until the scene was reached. hydrants were unavailable nearby, forcing water to be drawn from the pump house. Mrs Drehre gon, mother of Chester Dickinson, reportedly hung clothes to dry near the stove, a likely cause. Chester Dickinson escaped through a broken window, injuring his hind, with loss estimated in the several hundreds of dollars and only partially insured.
K She manager of Lemmon Leet ta completes purchase of the Light and Power plant from Security Investment Co. Plan includes new unit and day service, contingent on sufficient power demand and city consumption. Herald hopes daytime city service to improve municipal facilities.
Volney Kent seeks re election as County Judge amid a strong record and broad support. The article notes Kent’s long service, steady daily presence, and lack of active opposition as the primary approaches.
A chaotic account describes various men with facial hair and dye attempts, noting committee investigations, rivalries, and salacious rumors. Figures like Charlie Made line, Phil Crowe, and Jerge Horeesen figure in alleged mischief while stylistic trends spark mock envy and local commentary during a disordered winter season.
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