Pioneer Presidential Election Test Shows Early Public Interest
The Pioneer reports a rising interest as the first week of the national straw vote ends ahead of July 1 polling. Early NYC ballots show Ford leading with 140, Smith 260, Wilson 120, Johnson 50, with Harding and others in the mix. Voting is open nationwide via the Pioneer office ballots through July 1.
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Pioneer
Publishers’ Autocaster Service of
New York
Gilkison
New York City
A. Smith
Times Square
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Broadway
N. Y
Henry Ford
Wodrow Wilson
President Harding
Hiram Johnson
Harding
Ford
Wilson
Johnson de Borah
al Smith
Hoover
Hearst
McAdoo
Albert Shaw
Ss Hughes
Debs
Cox
Vanderlip
United States
Pioneer Office
Interest grows in Mellette County alfalfa tour event
The Mellette County alfalfa tour on June 26 and 27 draws interest from Irwin D. Aldrich Commissioner of Immigration of South Dakota and a representative from International Harvester. The Harvester World writer will cover the tour, boosting Mellette County’s image as a premier alfalfa seed producer and ideal dairy and pork region, attracting new settlers and potential rail improvements. Twelve new registrations bring total car capacity to accommodate thirty-one more riders.
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Irwin D. Aldrich
South Dakota
Pierre
Mellette County
Minnesota
International Harvester Company
the Harvester World
United States
Canada
Medlelle
Four Corners of the Earth
Vote Ballot Call Encourages South Dakota Civic Participation
A public notice urges residents to vote today and fill the ballot to influence national sentiment. It invites households with multiple voters to obtain extra ballots at the Pioneer office or wait for the next issue, where weekly results will be published.
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South Dakota
Pioneer
Eastern Star initiates five at Masonic Hall visit of Aberdeen matron
The local Order of the Eastern Star in Wood held a meeting at Masonic Hall with Associate Grand Matron Mrs Wendall conducting a school of instruction and initiating five Master Masons P W Tuell E S Cleaver C S Schaeffer Orlo Gilliland and Earl Gilliland A six oclock dinner preceded the event Visitors included J T Hocking and family J E Kent and others. The class was among the largest in the state this year and gifts were given to Mrs Wendall and local officers. An alfalfa tour in Mellette county June 26 27 was announced as educational.
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Order of the Eastern Star
Masonic Hall
Wendall
Aberdeen
J. T. Hocking
Winifred
J. E. Kent
White River
Logsdon
Tripp County
P. W. Tuell
E. S. Cleaver
C. S. Schaeffer
Orlo
Marshal
Tuell
Weiidall
Farmers cross border to study North Dakota yields
Independent expedition reports on how New Salem Flasher area farmers in North Dakota achieve prosperity. Despite similar soil and climate, northwestern border counties show notable success for small grain farming in recent years.
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New Salem-Flasher
North Dakota Line
Borden Counties
North Dakota
North Dakotans turn to dairying after wheat bust
South Dakota farmers west of the river plan a neighborly visit to learn how North Dakotans shifted from grain to dairy farming after financial losses in wheat. The aim is to gain profitable insights from the North Dakota example in a practical and cordial exchange.
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North
Bundy Resigns as First State Bank President
J H Bundy resigned as president of the First State Bank. He and his wife and two daughters left for Bassett Nebraska to visit family and expect a six week to two month absence. Directors will meet soon to accept the resignation and name a replacement.
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J. H. Bundy
Bassett
Nebraska
Corn Club Boy Faces Misfortune With Prize Pig
Frank Petera, once winner of the Chester White gilt in Melletie County Pioneer Boys Corn Club, suffers hard luck as his prize pig dies during farrowing a litter. The brief item notes the loss amid the young farmer’s ongoing efforts.
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Frank Petera
Chester
Melletie County
Prize gilt loss derails Corn Club rewards for 1916
The text notes that the prize gilt for the Corn Club winner is lost with the entire litter of thoroughbred pigs. It describes the setback as hard luck and discouraging and mentions Petera was to supply the prize gilt this year. It says they will watch the boys’ progress and may later arrange another gift for the largest acre yield.
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Petera
Corn Club
Paul Meyer Injured in Ranch Accident Near Wood
Paul Meyer was seriously hurt when a frightened team dragged a plow over him while he stood at their heads. He suffered a broken right jaw, head bruises, and a deep cut under the chin. He was treated at Winner hospital after initial care in Witten. His wife traveled from Wood to help. friends hope for a speedy recovery.
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Paul Meyer
Wood
Paul
Witten
Winner
Railroad Rumors Lift Land Values in Four South Dakota Counties
The Dallas News notes persistent talk of a railroad invading Gregory, Tripp, Mellette, and Todd counties fueling outside investment. It claims a railroad official was among heavy bidders and cites rose bud bridge funds as boosting Northwestern railroad prospects. The piece predicts land price rises with new lines through the area.
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Gregory
Tripp
Mellette
Todd
Rosebud Bridge
Northwestern Railroad
Todd Counties
Great Northern
Dallas News
Human nature echoed across travel and time
The text argues that human nature is essentially constant, urging readers to travel the world to observe and verify this enduring similarity in behavior and character across cultures. It presents a global perspective on shared human traits and experiences.
Eighth Grade Commencement at Whitehive June 23
Eighth grade commencement will be held at Whitehive on June 23. The county superintendent Mrs Frndy outlines a spelling contest the same day with sixth to eighth graders eligible. A 100 word written test and an oral test determine the top two spellers who may travel to the State Pair at Huron in September for the state contest. A Pierre representative will deliver an address to the graduates.
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Whitehive
Frndy
Huron
Pierre
Faults and self discipline in daily life
A 1928 essay from Richard Lloyd Jones on faults self awareness and self improvement. It argues most faults stem from vanity and lack of self scrutiny and urges cheerfulness ambition sincerity and brotherly feeling as remedies. It notes that recognizing faults is essential to growth and that strength and will overcome faults.
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Ereonnens
Heavy rains boost hopes for bumper crops in Mellette county
Weeklong downpour drenched Wood and surrounding areas with 1.77 inches over two days. Farmers struggle to finish corn planting while alfalfa nears first cut and weeds surge. Prospects for 1923 crops brighten as wet weather delays work but removes dry season fears.
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Mellette
Constructive program overcomes knockers and despair
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader notes that knockers attract a certain crowd yet seldom advance. The world may mock pessimists for a time, but true prizes go to those pursuing constructive programs and lasting progress.
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Lawrh
Sioux Falls
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