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Newspaper
The Lemmon Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1915
Page
1
Weather estimates project a 1915 wheat crop near 875,400,000 bushels overall, with winter wheat in Dakota around 1,920,000 bushels and spring wheat thaw forecasts showing strong yields. Regional figures indicate higher production in some areas and lower in others, while alfalfa and pastures are expected to fare better than in recent years.
Local theatre patrons are promised a rare treat with 9 Vadis at the Star Theatre this Sunday. The production from New York and Philadelphia critics has drawn praise for its noble lead and spiritual themes, drawing strong audience support.
The large city reservoir north of town, filled to its fullest since construction, rose 4 to 5 feet due to three weeks of heavy rainfall totaling 14 inches or more. Local concerns about fish losses if spillway overflows prompted consideration of wire netting atop the dam, though confirmation is lacking.
F Peterson of Bison arrived in Lemmon en route home after an extended trip through eastern South Dakota Minnesota and Wisconsin He said eastern conditions were worse due to rain with most corn needing replanting and that eastern soils differ greatly from here He urged organized booster effort to promote the Trans Missouri Empire and noted a shift from surface farming to solid farming aided by better advertising and soil improvements He travelled with his wife and was joined later by F C Collins of Aberdeen to inspect land.
Critics hail the photo drama Quo Vadis for its beauty and artistic preaching scene in the cave. The production features fifty great moments and is noted as one of the most inspiring items, with the date set for Sunday June 20.
Poem explores competition and pride with lines urging the reader to savor victory while fearing a stronger challenger, who draws near across the plain. The speaker urges staying brave, facing the crowd, and keeping the dream as the conqueror approaches.
The election last week approved granting the contract to Cal Ingalls for extending fine water mains by nearly two to one. Pipes lay at the railroad yards awaiting results and crews will begin trenching and pipe laying at once.
Rain slowed baseball plans as Bowman Broncs and Lemmon Giants faced repeated delays. A late Saturday cancellation forced the Giants to stay home, and Sunday improved weather failed to salvage a date. Both squads have full schedules with no open dates until August, making a late season meeting unlikely.
State's Attorney McNulty returned Thursday after about six weeks out of Aberdeen hospital. He remains weak but shows signs of a full recovery after a four month illness, with friends glad to see him home and improving.
Alfred G. Gardiner hails President Wilson as the first citizen of the world in a two column tribute. He praises Wilson’s moral leadership and noninterventionist record while noting human flaws and the clash with Mr. Bryan. Gardiner credits Wilson with defending freedom and avoiding war when possible.
Obituary praises Mrs. Mary Essex who died at dawn after a life of charity and humility. Friends recall her generosity to the needy, lack of pride, and devotion to family. The memorial laments her passing while affirming her good works and lasting memory.
Oscar N. Sampson leads a drive sending thousands of letters to land men and farmers in Iowa Minnesota and beyond. The effort promotes the Great Trans Missouri Empire with editorials and news from the Lemmon Herald to explain crop conditions and investment opportunities.
The Yellowstone Relay began Tuesday noon with Dane Lith of Chicago leading a cross country run along the Yellowstone Trail toward Seattle. Relay cars will cover the distance in about a hundred hours, carrying a letter and banner to Seattle officials and passing through multiple towns with planned escorts and fuel support.
The news notes warm sunny periods break a spell of dreary weather with forecasts of a rapid return to dry soil conditions. Despite heavy rain, the area anticipates a strong harvest with crops and grain improving as moisture remains sufficient for growth.
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