18 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
The Lemmon Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1913
Page
1
State Auditor H B Anderson rules that live stock owned by residents of an organized county prior to May 1 must be assessed in that county. The decision arises from Bennett county where stock owners Frank Livermont and others kept stock in unorganized areas on May 1, aiming to dodge local taxation. The auditor deems this loophole bad public policy and precedent.
A large fire in New England North Dakota began early in the rear of Persson’s, fanned by wind and burning into the Moran Lumber Company yard. About 10000 dollars of lumber stock and buildings were lost, with other damages to Peragon’s hardware stock and fixtures and the New England Drum Company building. Insurance covers Moran’s loan. The blaze also destroyed Simon’s office. Origin undetermined hours after ignition.
A fragmented OCR fragment discusses United States intentions and a polite inquiry to President Wil about forthcoming measures. It notes chaos, safety concerns, and the appearance of a national declaration, hinting at impending government action and economic strain as the city watches for a formal response.
A London court granted a divorce decree to Mrs George Cornwallis West after a legal petition. Details indicate the case reached its conclusion with finality in the capital, reflecting a notable marital dissolution in respectable circles.
Private Bennie Kotzell of troop K Twelfth United States cavalry stationed at Pt. Meade near Sturgis was killed and Private Joseph Minor of the same troop seriously wounded during a shooting at Poker Alice’s resort. A Winchester 22 was found outside the door. madam Poker Alice and seven women were arrested. Police and local officials began investigations amid rumors of prior conflicts between K troop men and Poker Alice.
The Herald announces a fair contest to promote subscriptions with a piano as grand prize. Votes equal dollars paid and renewals, with values per year and per renewal, will determine the winner among listed candidates from Lemmon and surrounding towns. The prize is a Singer Player piano from Redline Piano Co., guaranteed 25 years, and open to public questions explained by the editor.
The County Board of Commissioners ruled that no licensed saloons will operate in Lemmon for twelve months following a vote that opposed licenses to two applicants. The spring wet and dry election showed 170 in favor and 70 against. Seven applicants competed, with Joe Casady and Owens & Jackson among those granted city licenses later submitted for county approval amid opposition by attorneys P. J. Tscharner and Ray J. Murphy. A petition with 169 Lemmon voters supported the licenses, while other lawyers spoke for the applicants. The business impact remains uncertain as nearby Petrel hosts a licensed saloon and three brewing firms hold Lemmon wholesale permits.
Joe Paranto suffered severe facial injuries when a windlass crank snapped loose while raising a boring bucket on the Hendrickson farm near Lemmon. Witnesses, including Rogers and Hendrickson, reported rope failures and a broken pipe prior to the accident. Paranto was taken to Dr Strang's office in an unconscious state and later received treatment from nurse Miss Hettling at Aberdeen Hospital, with expected recovery several days away.
A humorous piece lists questions about United States states focusing on Texas and South Dakota. It mocks dry laws, sunshine claims, wealth, and tourism critiques, ending with a toast to South Dakota as the Sunshine State amid playful jabs at press agents and settlers.
Progressive homesteaders in Mellette county with White River club aid plan a dairy co operative to supply cows on installment. The goal is to help settlers stay on land after final proof by delivering cows, enabling cream sales for steady income. One farmer reports milking ten cows and earning about $40 monthly from cream.
White Owl Bank officers shipped a car load of Red Poll cattle to Marcus area farmers at $100 per head, a county high. Marcus creamery produced 59 tubs of butter in two weeks and 26 072 pounds of cream in the second week. A. B. Burton of the general land office reviewed desert entries and valued desert claims at $10 per acre, drawing homesteader objections. Rapid City residents formed the Automobile and Good Roads Club with Dr. F. W. Minty as president and Dr. W. E. Robinson and Gene Bangs as officers.
A fragment notes daily living expenses being met since establishing residence on a homestead with a casual remark about prices and a dismissive tone. The text appears incomplete and lacks clear context or identifiable events.
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