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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1889
Page
4
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In Priday on April 12 1889 observers report a Dakota statehood push with state officers discussed amid a weather relief tone. Chicago election legality questioned and Sioux Falls shows capital race zeal as Hagerty plans to move immigration office to Aberdeen. James McDowell named register at Huron land office backed by Dakotans and Illinois lawmakers. R.S. Person returns to journalism at Sleward after mercantile years. local farm disasters prompt strong donor and volunteer efforts. A Huron murder juror avoided county paper knowledge, sparking questions on juror suitability.
Col Gale hints at challenging his removal from the Yankton asylum board. The piece implies he should retire quietly into obscurity rather than pursue a public dispute.
The Aberdeen News urges the first state legislature to publish the session laws in newspapers, noting the prior general assembly attempted this but the effort miscarried for unclear reasons.
The text argues Sunset Gox hopes to carry Montana to the Democrats this fall, noting the party admitted territories under stress of repentance. It warns Republicans of the Northwest not to let a new state go wrong at its first election after admission.
The St. Paul Globe outlines a plan where Petigrew and Moody would be senators, Kanouse would head the state penitentiary, Gifford would lead as attorney general, Mathews and Gamble would win Congress seats, Foster of Redfield to become railroad commissioner replacing Rowley of Huron.
Few South Dakotans will join in hearty congratulations over Major Pickler securing a 93,500 confidential position under Secretary Noble of the interior department. Even his former friend General Ward may send wishes. It is hoped Pickler’s duties won’t remove him permanently from Dakota as he cannot be spared.
The Inventive Age is a new Washington DC weekly publication focused on inventors and patent business. Editors are practical, offering guidance and a complete list of all patents issued up to publication day. Published by Kt. G. DuBois & Co. professionals.
A Washington dispatch reports a proposed Sioux commission will include William Warner of Missouri, Charles Foster of Ohio, John H. King of Dakota, Maj. Gen. Crook, and a yet unnamed Democrat from Pennsylvania. Kings friends in South Dakota celebrate his recognition and expect prompt legislation. The group pairs a western trader, an army officer, and a practical businessman for the vital task.
Minnesota Republicans express indignation over the selection of a St. Paul man to a key federal post. They label him a party renegade who distinguished himself opposing the straight Republican ticket last fall. They blame a Democratic appointment clerk in the treasury and expect Secretary Windom to set matters straight upon review.
The St. Paul Globe recalls a tired tone toward civil service reform and accuses those dismissive of its principles of hypocritical cant while noting the public weariness and the abrupt retirement of the Cleveland administration last fall.
The Montana city election results show the Democratic party resisting defeat, signaling continued effort in the northwest and a clear message to Republicans in newly formed states.
A Sioux Falls judge, Frank R. Aikens, is mockingly misidentified as Frank Rankin in dispatches, highlighting a mistaken name that undermines his official identity and standing. The item underscores the error and the presumed impact on the judge’s reputation.
Gov Mellette will issue a proclamation next Monday calling elections in South and North Dakota to choose delegates for two constitutional conventions. Each district will elect three delegates. In South Dakota voters face a referendum on whether to ratify the 1885 Sioux Falls constitution in October or to submit a new constitution.
Parker Press notes Dakota’s calm reception of statehood as the result of steady labor by energetic leaders. It rejects sensationalist expects and Indian war dances, praising Dakota’s measured path to becoming a union member free from oppressive officials.
The Washington Reporter blasts Interior Department figures and the Land Office for backing an administration they opposed. It predicts a reckoning as political allies who switched sides face consequences, framing the shift as a bid for retribution against Mugwumpish politicians.
The proclamation opens Oklahoma lands for claims and outlines the only direct rail route. The Minneapolis and Saint Louis Railway Albert Lea Route, with Chicago Kansas and Nebraska Railway, offers one-car-change service from St Paul or Minneapolis to Pound Creek, I.T., then stage connections to Fort Reno and Fort Sill. For rates and schedules contact local agents or S. F. Boyd, GT TA Me STL Ry, Minneapolis.
A Sioux Falls Press critique argues for a formal split of the Dakota territory to assign disaster reports to South Dakota and to shield North Dakota from costly, frost, fire and prairie hazard blame. The editorial imagines a wall to halt fires sweeping from the north, noting South Dakota towns would be spared such devastation.
Col Plummer states he seeks an office with a high salary and little labor or responsibility. He dismisses governorship as honor and title with no money, noting only a special act or Providence could grant his ideal office. He observes official holes are ill fitting and likens them to a job lot.
Washington Reporter notes Secretary Noble is flooded with rehearings from Sparks era cases, many likely to be allowed. It recalls Sparks habit of denying affirmances and the unwinnable contest backlog carried as an heirloom, fueling hopes for justice among affected applicants.
Aberdeen reports a scheme by eastern capitalists to move the state seat to Forest City on the Missouri river in Potter county. A bridge franchise exists and the Northwestern railroad plans to push toward the Black Hills via Forest City crossing and the divide between the Cheyenne and Moreau rivers.
Armour April 9. On the 13th the people of Armour appear before the county commissioners with an amended petition asking a vote on removing the county seat from Grandview. At the April 1 session a petition was presented but fell short of the required majority after retractions. The Armour residents push a renewed effort amid a lively campaign if an election is called.
In the Jamestown asylum trustee selection Governor Mellette cites two powerful factors the press and the farmers alliance. Mr. Rea a pioneer northwest newspaper correspondent and Mr. Fancher vice president of the farmers alliance are named as examples.
The Casselton Republican notes a future influx of western immigrants to Dakota as many head toward Washington Territory. It asserts a large current rush to Washington and implies many travelers will later move back toward Dakota.
The text notes returning wanderers and trains from the west bring many immigrants. It claims Washington territory offers little incentive to attract new arrivals, suggesting a slow influx driven by existing travel patterns.
Notice announces a major combination cattle sale of Shorthorns and HolsteinFriesian stock at Sioux City Iowa on April 80th. Reputable Iowa breeders lead the sale, offering unimpeachable stock valued for merit and breeding. Readers are urged to participate and acquire top quality cattle.
Henry Thorne traveling secretary of the Y M C A writes from Exeter Hall London February 2 1888 praising Allcock's Porous Plaster. He cites relief from back and side pains due to rheumatic causes and notes their ease of application and comfort for public workers exposed to temperature changes. He urges keeping a supply in portmanteaus.
Ex Governor Ordway arrived in St Paul with wife and spoke to Dakota advocates about North Dakota statehood. He proposed a 48 member Senate and 100 member House, annual sessions, cumulative voting, general legislation, two year terms for state officers, and a model constitution. He dismissed US Senate talk as premature and planned to locate a stock farm while the rain aids crops and the capital campaign opens.
Philadelphia Press notes General Harrison Allen of Fargo once a Pennsylvania congressman visiting Senator Quay. He and N G Ordway reportedly plan a joint bid to win both North Dakota seats, with ex Governor Pierce of South Dakota also in contention. One seat may go to Judge G C Moody of the Black Hills, while ex Senator Edgerton of Minnesota heads multiple rivals for the other seat.
A union gospel meeting continues at the Congregational church led by Rev. A V Knepper of Davis Illinois. Last night’s sermon used John chapter 30 verse Take Ye Away the Stone and urged against prejudice and worldly gains versus lost souls. The note cites public remarks on excitement and compares salvation army nuisance claims to political processions.
The call challenges Christian men and women in Mitchell to awaken from spiritual sleep. One responder says they pray by blessing family while damning others, prompting a plea to arise from darkness and follow Christ into the light.
H. L. Bras Supt of Schools urges directors of Mircuett South Dakota to plow school grounds as fire breaks and plant trees. Arbor day is April 24 and directors should be compensated for time. Do not delay this important work. April 10 1889.
Howard Press accuses the Sioux Falls and Madison press of trading favors in a political tangle. The Madison Sentinel questions envy and hints at lingering ties between Howard and Sioux Falls supporters in past campaigns, urging caution before judging a neighbor’s mirror.
A drunken dispute on Lower Main Street last evening led to blows and a gun being drawn. Scotty and Hank Lewis clashed with liquor influence, Scotty the aggressor per witnesses, Scotty borrowed a revolver from Chris Horton and chased Lewis until Dan McDermid intervened. No arrests were made by Chief Irvine despite spectators deeming action warranted.
Andrew Carnegie accused the Vanderbilts of coercion by the Pennsylvania Central to wreck the South Pennsylvania Railroad project. He said W H Vanderbilt subscribed 5 million and Carnegie 2.5 million, and that pressure forced the Vanderbilts to concede only 60 percent of capital value before signing a reorganization plan. He claimed the president and vice president of the monopoly threatened the Vanderbilts and their interests to preserve monopoly control in Pennsylvania.
About fifty discharged girls at Chapin Nut and Bolt in Cleveland attacked the new male workers hired to replace them. The girls and relatives used clubs bricks and stones as several of the new hands were injured. The attackers were arrested but discharged on payment of costs. A separate item notes Daniel Keller robbed of 4900 dollars in Bear Gap valley, Samokin.
Strangers who called on him dickered for Keller farm purchase. The sharpers used a refined card game to induce a bet of a large sum. Keller deposited the money, a revolver was pointed at him, and the culprits fled with the cash. The Mary Washington Monument tale notes bids to fund completion.
Port Huron April 10 A ship caulker Joseph Clemme died after being asphyxiated at the Mineral Bath works. Attendant Stephen Porter went to assist and perished as relief arrived. Proprietor Dr. Stephenson was also suffocated and badly injured by a fall into a vat.
An elderly man with a long white beard disrupted a Methodist church service in DesvuQvE Iowa by rising during the sermon and declaring that the world would end in nine days, saying he was commissioned by the Almighty to deliver the news.
ALBUQUERQUE April 10 The train robbers who held up a train at Canon Diablo a month ago have been captured. A telegram from Knaube Utah to the Atlantic and Pacific company signed by the sheriff states we caught one on the 1st inst one on the 2d and two on the 4th The sheriff and posse with the posse are on their way to Milford Utah three days over land ride.
The Iowa Grand Army of the Republic state department annual encampment opened in Burlington with a large attendance of comrades. Delegates will be hospitably entertained during their stay in the city.
A heavy northeast storm grips Vineyard Harbor for forty eight hours. Many cenale lie stormbound in harbor while the steamer Monohanset attempted a trip to New Bedford and did not return. In other news, Atchison Earnings for February show gross of 1,864,982 and net 382,782, up 60,703 from last year. Also, National Harness stitchers settle strike as pay increase granted.
Washington April 10 It is understood a new Indian commissioner will be appointed to succeed Oberly by the end of the month.
In St Taunt Minnesota on April 10 the house, requested by the governor, introduced a substitute grand jury bill setting thirteen to fifteen as jurors with twelve needed for indictments. The Merriam county creation bill was reconsidered. The prison labor bill faced lengthy debate. the Willrich bill was voted down. In the senate the Daniels minors firearms ban passed. the brush game law recommended to pass. the weather bureau bill postponed. Ballot reform passed in New York.
The irregular traveler confesses his crime from the county jail at Jeffersonville as reports note his long journey from Winnipeg to Alaska by foot and dog teams. He reached Nushagak Mission on December 15, 1888, after 4500 miles, asserting a 10,000 mile trek in just over a year. Other items include Dr. Von Lauer’s death, Spain blocking Chinese consulates in Pacific colonies, a 45 percent fire insurance dividend from Vaterland, and various European political and financial notes.
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