Primary election urged for Democratic turnout and duty
A long call to Democrats to vote in the June primary, stressing party loyalty and the chance to place Governor Burke and the full Democratic ticket on the ticket. The piece warns against abstaining, notes expected differences within the party, and urges precinct coordination to maximize turnout. It contrasts Republican platforms, critiques past Congress and tariff reform, and endorses DeWitt’s Early Risers as a recommended remedy for ailments.
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United States
Burke
Pary
John Rischard
DeWitt
Spalding
Democratic Committee
Supreme Court
Supreme Judge
Supreme Bench
Grand Forks Herald
People favor Roosevelt over Bryan in 1908 election
The piece argues voters prefer Theodore Roosevelt to William Jennings Bryan, praising Roosevelt’s honesty and courage and noting Bryan’s past policies align with Roosevelt era. It credits the National Food Magazine with supporting Roosevelt if possible and prefers Bryan only if Roosevelt cannot be retained. It also critiques the coal tariff and trusts influence in Congress.
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Roosevelt
Bryan
Mr. Bryan
William Jennings Bryan
Theodore Roosevelt
Republican Party
Democratic Party
National Food Magazine
United States
White House
William Jenningse Bryan
Chi
Model Democratic Platform Emphasizes Tariff Reform Retrenchment
The Maryland Democrats at their State Convention on June 3 issued a concise platform urging tariff reform in line with Democratic principles, cuts in federal spending, and defense of states’ reserved rights against federal encroachment. The document is described as Jeffersonian in spirit.
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Maryland
Jefferson
Wanted: Housework Girl for Four in Family
For lime brick and cement see John Rischard. If Wanted: Girl for general house work, four in family, Mr Geo Wichman.
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John Rischard
Geo, Wichman
Trolley wire links South Dakota rail plans with North
Milbank leaders push an electric line from Wahpeton North Carolina to Sisseton South Dakota with a goal of connecting to Milbank and Big Stone Lake. The plan envisions cross-town routes linking Milwaukee Great Northern and Northern Pacific lines, with cheap freight along a new dam powered corridor. The effort parallels BrookingsMilbank ambitions, suggesting a broader Dakotas trolley system.
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Brookings and
Sioux Falls
Wahpeton
N. C
Sisseton
Roberts County
Milbank
Big Stone Lake
KE. W. Meehan
F. B. Roberta
C. D. Fairchild
C. W. Martens
Henry S. Volkmar
Neil Stewart
Sioux Falls Railway Company
Denel County
Cotion
S. D
Hankinson
Wipperman
Hankinson Board of Trade
Milwaukee
Chicago
Raversed
Fergus Falls
Great Northern
Ern Pacific
Soo Line
Hankin
Son
Brookings, Watertown- Milbank
Dakotas
Grant
Railroad Rates Rise Delayed Until After Election
The New York Journal of Commerce reports higher freight rates likely to be fixed, delaying July 1 increases until after the election to aid the Republicans. The bill’s passage had the GOP taking credit, with Roosevelt compromising with railroad–controlled senators on a key clause. The public expected rate cuts, but a rise seems forthcoming, illustrating supposed Republican reform.
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New York Journal of Commerc
Roosevelt
United States
Farm Loan Advertisement Offers Big Deals and Insurance
Farm loans with largest amounts and easy terms at low rates. Also provide fire and tornado insurance through six strong companies.
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Tornado In
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