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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1897
Page
7
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Obituary notes Professor Henry Drummond as a notable scientist and preacher, recounting his Scottish origins and major works. The column also covers William Jennings Bryan’s donations to bimetallism and critiques of the Dingley tariff, noting Congress hopes for a July passage.
Moisture fuels agricultural optimism across South Dakota as new crop prospects rise with the harvest approaching. The Missouri Valley Journal denounces Senator Kyle amid tariff talks boosting beet sugar hopes and new factory openings signaling broader economic gains.
Postmaster General states that all postmasters appointed by President Cleveland will serve four years unless removal is warranted. When offices were reclassified and reappointed the four-year term starts from the original commission date, with promotions not extending the four-year period beyond the original term.
The United States Supreme Court ruled that the 1890 antitrust law prohibits traffic arrangements among about twenty railroad associations covering passenger and freight rates. Railroads were surprised by the reach of antitrust enforcement. Officials differ on whether regular rates can be maintained or if competing lines will cut rates.
The article credits President McKinley and Senator Sherman with a tough demand for American rights in Cuba. It contrasts this with Cleveland's era, noting Cuban prisons released many American citizens since McKinley’s inauguration, achieved without threat or bluster.
The piece highlights J. D. Elliott of Tyndall as one of McKinley’s early South Dakota appointments as U S district attorney for the state. It lauds Secretary Wilson and Assistant Secretary Brigham at the Agriculture Department. It criticizes Gov Lee for appointing Arthur Linn commander of the soldiers home at Hot Springs and notes a repealed law limiting such appointments.
Mr. E M Lyman won first prize in the Yankton college oratorical contest held last Friday evening. He will represent the college at the state contest in Mitchell on May 1. Lyman, from ten miles southeast of Mitchell, impressed with poise and finish, though the Gazette notes his delivery is less imposing than Moeneke's. The win excites college and community, who await the inter-collegiate result and support his disciplined preparation.
Davison County South Dakota sheriff announces sale of Ed F Winsor real property to satisfy a judgment in favor of Laura E C Barney. The sale, to be held April 1, 1897, at 10 a.m. at the courthouse steps, will include the south half of the south half of section 11 township 104N range 60W. Proceeds cover $171.51 plus costs and seven percent interest.
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