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Newspaper
The Lemmon Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1913
Page
2
The text notes Jack Johnson has departed the continent and highlights his bail reduction from 40 000 to 15 000. The tone suggests Johnson is an unwanted figure and hints authorities may be glad to see him gone, implying he may not return.
The article recalls past droughts and praises recent heavy rainfall that revived land across the state. Farmers once discouraged by failed seasons now report thriving alfalfa, corn, and dairy production, with Perking County farmers noting the region as exceptionally fertile.
The parcels post rules expand to allow any stamps for carriage fees and add a COD option. After months of trial the service shows strong success and could supplant express companies. Lemmon residents note high express rates and welcome reforms proposed by D J Lewin to raise weight limits and adjust zone charges.
The text outlines a plan to reduce express charges by establishing a three cent initial fee and a half cent per pound rate per Zone, with an inclusive wide rear zone. It argues these changes would force express companies out of business, noting rates would undercut current fees. Lewis counters that proposed rates would still yield large government profits, and the narrator expresses cautious hope.
Democratic leaders push a state level bank guaranty act to a direct public vote citing prior banker resistance and urging swift action. Chairman James Coffer notes petition filing rules require signer qualification and personal knowledge of contents, with July 1 as the effective date and a need to avoid further delay.
Readers witness a grand Gettysburg reunion as veterans of the famous battle gather with thousands to honor the memory of those who fought there. The event echoes Lincoln’s words and recalls the 1863 sunrise arrival on the field now marked by shared reverence and renewal of a nation’s commitment to freedom. Hiram Greely of Lemmon joins thousands in the observance while a separate party plans a Black Hills camping trip by auto for about a week.
President Wilson declares that currency reform must come now and urges Congress to adopt robust banking and currency legislation. He argues for a flexible, credit fueling system with public control of funds and rapid enactment to empower business and end monopolistic restraint.
Washington July 3 Comptroller Downey authorized payment of Shelby M Cullom as memorial commissioner for the Lincoln memorial project. Despite oath March 5 he had not received salary of 3,000 a year from the 30,000 appropriation until now. The grant funds the memorial to President Wilson era project.
St Paul July 3 Minnesota faces another rate case as the Chicago Great Western refuses to honor a Supreme Court decision on refunds. The company will not pay excess-charge refunds and plans to seek court orders, keeping out of the interstate commerce commission. Asa G. Briggs announced the stance, with about $300,000 involved in refunds. The move surprises state railroad officials and complicates the legal fight over rate classifications.
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