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Newspaper
The Lemmon Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1916
Page
2
The excerpt outlines a Democratic ticket for president and Congress with local officials in Perkins County, noting advertising disputes involving the Signal and other papers. It mentions Gandy's campaign materials, publication refusals, and calls for fair treatment, plus commentary on the legislative slate and party balance among farmers, professionals, and towns.
County and legislative ticket details list State Senator McNalty and Representatives Waiter D Hickman Chas A Weilland Treweuver A Bunn Auditor Adolph Miele Sheriff A A Astell Register of Deeds A D Larson Cork of Courts Chas Hanson State's Attorney Chas Carrell County Judge Volney Kent Surveyor A Tulips Supt Crave Wilson Cruft Commissioner 2nd District Sam Hoiker.
The text notes praise for Sheriff Ax tel as an honest and efficient Per king County official, contrasting with prior incumbents. It accuses the Signal and Tsou Courier of political bias and questions their memory about events two years ago.
The article notes Gandy's strong popularity in the district and his ability to attract large gatherings to his meetings. It mentions signals of support and contrasts his appeal with other speakers.
County General warrants including registered number 6870 have this day been called for payment. Interest on the same will cease from the 28th day of October. A Bunn, County Treasurer
The Derkins County Bar Association endorses Justice J H McCoy for another term on the South Dakota Supreme Court. It cites his seven years as Fifth Circuit judge and his conduct on the bench as deserving of voter support in the November 7 1916 election.
The 1915 legislature repealed the Richards primary law won by the people in 1912 and blocked a referendum. Proponents petition for a revised Richards law to appear on the November ballot, arguing for open merit selection, a plain ballot, and public discussion before voting.
The Star screened The Battle ry of Peace to mothers and sons, while the Signal’s editor used the moment to mock Congressman H. L. Gandy over prices. A Cole's Brilliant Rad heater claim is mentioned by White Bros as a comparison to a cheaper fuel substitute.
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