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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1886
Page
8
A fragmented 19th century piece intertwines a tale of Doctor Pierre in a Paris hospital with a lingering memory of a noble death and a circus observer's reflections on circus life. It contrasts medical sacrifice with the harsh routine of traveling show workers, noting dignity, illness, and endurance amid public spectacle.
In a Sacramento conversation with officials, Gen Stoneman recalls Kit Carson. The governor praised Carson as brave and openhearted, recounting camp life in 1847, a fierce shootout over a $5 stake, and their lasting friendship. The piece then shifts to domestic economy advice on heating and ventilating houses, followed by assorted curiosities on cattle history, cheese, sorghum, wild plant protection, and proposed paper rails in St Petersburg.
A miscellany of aphorisms and anecdotes from a late 19th century paper discusses temperance, success, and daily life. It cites Franklin Thucydides and Landor while recounting George Sheridan’s reflections on intoxicants, carpentry banter in a courtroom, and human eyesight limits. The piece surveys morals, craft, and perception through quotable tidbits and brief dialogues.
A source claims John Bigelow declined the New York sub-treasurer position after his wife urged him to refuse. The Washington rumor notes the substantial duties and salary attached, while his reluctance centered on public scrutiny and perceived family influence shaping the decision.
A Madison Wisconsin child, four year old Tommy Curtis, displayed two eggs from the hen nests to guests. One egg was ordinary, the other exceptionally large, prompting a witty exchange about whose egg it was.
Kimball sits on the Chicago Milwaukkee St Paul Main Line, 48 miles west of Mitchell and 22 miles east of Chamberlain. It features a public school, a first-class post office, two banks, two jails, hotels, a large grain elevator, lumber yards, several blacksmiths, livery stables, and stores representing all trades. The country demands more growth and living men are offered strong inducements to invest.
Fragmentary OCR mentions rural fair grounds adjoining townsite in the Territory with a woodland tract. Details are unclear but suggests a notable rural fair area near a town in Arabe County. No dates, events, or named organizations clearly readable.
Proprietor D Warner markets a tie ininal site with three adjoining additions on Main Street, urging residence lots for all classes. Claims Dakota climate rivals Ohio Indiana Illinois, notes abundant rain and pure water, and invites inquiries for trustful settlement and business inducements.
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