25 Oct 1912
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Newspaper
The Lemmon Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1912
Page
1
In a fierce critique, the piece accuses the third term party of hypocrisy and dictatorial actions while alleging 7,000 legal voters were blocked from supporting a presidential candidate. It cites wheat price comparisons, Canada trade, and Governor Vessey’s travel spending as evidence of misgovernance and promises unkept.
A damaged OCR piece outlines A Bunn as Democratic candidate for county treasurer with background as mayor of a town, service in township and district offices, and stated views on taxation and public finance. It mentions Republican and third-party contrasts and critiques of free trade rhetoric.
Hon. B.S. Johnson reports strong Democratic support in the northern counties with signs of rebellion against the state house gang. He warns against overconfidence and urges practical work in every precinct to secure the Democratic national and state tickets, stressing earnest organization and vigilance.
A fragmented notice reports WM Mensing as a candidate for Register of Deeds. It describes his background, years in Day County, and his campaign style, noting a train poll on governors and a train inquiry on Deeds with campaign tints and local reaction from voters in Aberdeen, Oakes, and surrounding towns.
J B Emmons democratic candidate for Clerk of Courts is a farmer in Seim township, having lived there over five years. He is a taxpayer supported by voters who back men who help build up the country. vote for J B Emmons for clerk of courts.
The piece urges supporters to ignore opposition stories and stay united behind Roosevelt. It argues the campaign aims to win key state offices through sustained effort, calling the tactics “still hunting.” It concludes that two weeks of earnest work can redeem South Dakota and asks readers to do their part.
Irregular, garbled passage references L C Peck J C Stoner and local figures in Perkins County and nearby areas. Mentions a public view and a controversial legislative aside, a chicken-raising anecdote and a plea to vote for a political representative. The text weaves family scenes with civic notes and oblique endorsements.
The column criticizes former Senator Pettigrew for backing the Moore propaganda and mocking his rivals after the Baltimore convention. It argues Pettigrew would have received a portfolio if a Democratic victory occurred and laments his shift toward revenue concerns and backing for Roosevelt funds.
A fragmented political letter notes Republican insistence on presenting its percentage under a new plan and claims Pat Wiekhen boasted that Hanson County would lead the state in demographic majorities for national state and county tickets, urging Republicans to calm tensions and seek quiet.
KE I Hall, Democratic candidate for State Senate, is a Missouri native who built a career in cattle and land development. Having moved west in his early years he later settled in Perkins County where he owns a sizable tract and has long testified to his integrity and public service. The contest is framed as a pledge of honest administration.
A garbled OCR passage references elections, parties, and candidates with scattered names and places. It hints at senatorial or state races, a teleconference style briefing, and a focus on polling or turnout but details are unreadable.
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