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Newspaper
The Lemmon Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1914
Page
6
A compact survey highlights diverse happenings across politics society and culture. Readers encounter brief notes on local developments international affairs scientific advances and community happenings reflecting a broad snapshot of the period.
A sprawling scroll of unrest across Washington and abroad recounts political turmoil, strikes, and violent clashes. Key items include a attempted upheaval in Milan and anarchist violence in Ancona Italy, plus domestic debates over cabinet stability and war mobilization. Named figures such as Secretary of War Melanson and Prime Ministers appear amid reports of government friction and street clashes.
Local notices describe storms and rainfall across the state, detailing tornadoes and wind damage in Presho, Sioux Falls, and north toward Brandendon. Reports cite crop losses, downed lines, flooded creeks, wrecked buildings, and injuries from storms near Branden, Pierre, and Yoken Island areas.
The fortieth annual grand lodge session of the F and A M was adjourned in Sioux Falls. Elected for the ensuing term were Grand Master George Philip of Fort Pierre and officers including Deputy Grand Master Marshall J. Brown of Sioux Falls and Grand Senior Warden James Roane of Yankton, with other key posts filled by Fred Bruce of Rapid City and John Bryan of Bit Lindt. The Rexastern Star Grand Chapter named Matron Mrs Florence Paterson and Grand Patron Hens tie EIA of Lemmon, among others. nearly every lodge attended the gathering.
A disturbing scene emerged as a campus worker opened a bus storage area and found human skulls scattered amid damp grounds. Authorities launched an investigation led by deputies and the state attorney general, uncovering alleged links to a prominent physician and a plan involving transport and disposal of the remains.
Mrs Hethless, an 80 year old resident near White Lake, endured four days without water after a fall left her trapped in a lee house. She could not summon help as a broken leg and a narrowed escape from a trap door hindered communication. A daughter found her mother crawling from the yard toward a water source and tending to injuries, but recovery is not expected.
Divorce granted Mrs Sutley receives 40 acres and a monthly sum. An error in the deed description affected 4 acres in the exchange to straighten the title. The deed exchange was between Miss C. Ina Sutley and Miles Sutley. the former did not benefit from the action.
A violent storm at Miller wrecked a chimney and toppled Mark Woodward's bowl as he stood alone. He later awoke with a strong odor from Nehtoing, though no startup occurred. A fellow named Kate Prostella escaped rain by entering the bonee holding horses near an open window. Lightning killed both horses and damaged the house but Prostella was uninjured.
Geddes hosts the annual Charles Mix County Sunday School association convention with strong turnout and several engaging addresses, marking a successful gathering for the group.
At a mass meeting of local business men in Egan committees were appointed to arrange the Fourth of July celebration this year and to handle the necessary arrangements.
The article reports that no progress occurred at Niagara Falls as Carranza’s position remains unreconciled. It notes U S envoys faced a series of suggested nominees from rival factions, with negotiations centered on selecting a cooperative grosoryal five and the role of American delegates amid diplomatic friction. It mentions names like Calder and Cabrera as discussed, and cites uncertainty over Charles A Taw’s representation of the Huerta government in Washington.
Reports from El Paso and Portland detail heavy losses for Constitutionalists near Zavale na and Villa's forces at various rail entrenchments. Conflicting dispatches claim generals and aeronauts missing as search efforts focus on the Balloon battle area and Aero Child of Austria signals.
Secretary Wilson asked the Interstate Commerce Commission to approve railroad regulations for excursion rates to Oklahoma Kansas Missouri and South Dakota where thousands are needed to harvest grain. Labor commissioners say about 400000 men are required and post office bulletins have met a general response.
Coronet Jenkins marries 944 Strength as Private Jones drifts late through a muddled scene of farewell and banter. A sergeant asks his mate where he’s bound while the newlyweds toast amid cheers and a gulp of bitter beer in a London Tit Hits snapshot of wartime humor.
Old advertising text outlines Cuticura Soap and Ointment as a wash and topical treatment for pimples and blackheads. It claims to prevent inflammation and clogged pores, advising gentle application, washing, and use during toilet and bath times. Also includes unrelated literary excerpt about Hastings and a pageant.
Two Texas doctors met on the street and debated patient care and ethics. One doctor criticized the other for apparent self-harm and questioned treatment claims, sparking a discussion about responsibility and possible legal consequences.
Patrons complain about overpriced seats for a show described as not worth its cost. They paid 35 dollars each for two dollar seats and felt the performance did not merit the price.
A New Jersey woman recalls eye trouble linked to heavy coffee use. Her son improved after quitting coffee and using Postum, with both regular and instant forms offered. The ad promotes Postum as a healthier beverage, claiming benefits and urging readers to try it, noting prices of 30c and 50c tins and the slogan There’s a Reason.
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