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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1888
Page
6
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Blaine is expected to arrive in the country in late January. Arbor day in Minnesota is set for January 28, three days after South Dakota. M. L. Day attacks Gov. Church in spirited rhetoric. Dakota measures in Congress are blocked by the House. High water affects Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa while the East blames Dakota floods. Aberdeen launches its third daily paper the Evening Democrat as a Church organ. The Cincinnati Price Current ranks Mitchell second and Sioux Falls first in hog packing among South Dakota towns.
Senator Chandler proposes an amendment to the Wiatt bill directing South Dakota to elect state officers after the enabling act passes, with a clause tying this to existing state officers. The move aims to adjust the timing of gubernatorial and other state offices.
The Republican plan assigns seven delegates each to Davison Aurora and Brule counties for territorial conventions. This matches two years ago for Davison and Aurora, but reduces Hirnle by two delegates.
The text commends Hon. Melvin Grigs by Caldwell for diligent campaign work without being a candidate or aspirant. It references his platform printed in the Pioneer Press on Saturday and remarks on the effectiveness of his efforts.
The text notes pleasant days ahead enabling plowing and seeding in southern Iowa. It mentions frost-bitten, water soaked fields and ongoing planting in southern Dakota for more than two weeks, reflecting early spring agricultural activity and regional conditions.
The piece notes that political stagnation and Democratic threats to industry are hurting eastern business and may push people toward the Dakotas fertile farms where wealth is said to await honest effort.
The Democratic caucus Saturday night demonstrated narrow party discipline as Springer supporters pledged to back the measure. The scene suggests Springer relies on the party whip to keep his own members in line rather than weighing the bill on its merits.
The House Committee on Territories reports diverge on admitting Dakota. The majority backs the union with Dakota as a single state while the minority led by T S Strubie argues for division, condemning the bill as denying Dakota’s right to self-government and Congressional action.
In a Senate interview Senator Allison pressed the president on signing the reservation bill. The president called himself a crank on Indian matters, but Allison said cranks in Congress are convinced and the bill is likely to be signed. Democratic members in both houses reportedly backed the measure with the president prior to passage.
Territory official predicts Gilford will win renomination as many candidates mount a strong but evenly matched challenge. He asserts that the factional balance may prevent any claimant from yielding and notes Gilford would likely serve at most two more years.
The Chicago Inter-Ocean argues that opening the Sioux reservation will ignite a regional boom in southern Dakota. It frames the move as a major economic and development milestone likely to attract investment and growth.
South Dakota prepares to greet visitors from the east as favorable skies and budding vegetation return, but snow from Minnesota and washouts have delayed arrivals for weeks.
The Davison county result appears to lean Democratic by instinct with the Mail predicting an official call soon after a key election to confirm it by actual count.
The author warns Republicans not to overestimate a split in the Democratic party. He predicts skirmishing between factions from now until convention but asserts that Dakota Democrats will unite into a solid front when needed due to high stakes involved.
Vermont Republicans name delegates to Chicago on a ringing platform. They reaffirm liberty and union, demand pure elections, condemn the Democratic House, urge restoring the party that saved the union, favor protective tariffs, civil service reform, and public supervision of large corporations and trusts.
The Mitchell Mail argues the defeat shows gains for business interests and urges clarity on what "broad business rules" will govern Mitchell’s future prosperity. It questions the Republicans and Reve Bucan about specifics and calls for a concrete plan to serve public interests within the law.
The article argues the Dakota Democratic faction uses patronage to empower church aligned newspapers and land officers, aligning press support with party strength. It criticizes Republicans’ past impartiality and urges full patronage for Democrats to unite and discipline the party.
The Argus Leader criticizes Secretary McCormack for remarks about his superior, alleging he faces political threats and questions his subordinate status to the governor. The piece notes the Interior Department ruling that the governor cannot control the secretary. It hints at resignation over charges and criticizes the Argus editor for writing.
Opposition to the apportionment tied to the republican vote argues it places North Dakota counties previously gerrymandered in 1884 at a disadvantage. North Dakota rises to 197 delegates from 187 and South Dakota to 380 from 303. Gains are led by Lawrence and Walsh counties, while Cass and Girand lorks lose delegates.
Gov Church endorsement overshadowed by a comic sideshow as Sheress claims 148 railroad graders aided the convention. Delegation to Watertown chosen: D I Glidden Warden. C J Winsor Attorney General candidate. John J Murray Penitentiary director. W W Goddard ex-candidate for territorial auditor. W N Carson Penitentiary director. Capt W Lt Stoddard Werner Raabe and M Kaufman.
The Pioneer Press notes a Michigan Democratic chairmanship winner in Grand Rapids Mr Weston elected mayor by nine votes. The Democratic organ calls it a Dickinson Cleveland endorsement though usual majorities in Grand Rapids run around 1000, doubting its weight or impact.
The Sioux Falls Press characterizes Dakota Democrats with a sharp distinction. It says a great reward could be offered for any Church Democrat not tainted by political plunder, while Day Democrats are described as principled.
In St Paul the city conventions of both parties secured representatives from the Scandinavian, Irish, German, French and African nationalities on their tickets, but the Americans appear overlooked so far.
Report says President Cleveland travels to Sytlayatthiv with the democratic minority to press stalled legislation in the house. He is described as having a talent for pursuing unpopular actions amid political resistance.
Congressman McShane of Nebraska favors dividing Dakota and says he will not be bound by the caucus decision. The report notes his independent stance on the party line amid the debate over regional reorganization.
Col Plominer lent his eloquence to organizing Republican clubs in the territory and spoke to about 500 people in Gismarck the other day.
The note claims Senator Chandler plans to vote against the Platt bill amid divisions over Dakota. It mentions Nehemiah Ordway's close relation with Chandler, suggesting political maneuvering and alliances in the state’s debates.
Metropolitan dailies, afraid of losing a scoop, reportedly draft ante mortem obituaries for Conkling before any death occurs. The practice illustrates the press's anxious coverage and eagerness to publish first.
The Argus Leader editorial urges support for Judge Palmer as the Republican nominee for congress, aligning with party goals and contrasting with the opposing ticket. The piece frames Palmer as a fitting representative for the district's interests and calls for organized backing.
The United States court at this term has been quiet with no trials. An indictment from Saturday charged Jacob Wellman with selling whiskey to Indians. Wellman pleaded not guilty and received a continuance until next term as the grand jury aims to finish its labors tomorrow.
Senator Davis challenged Butler and supporters who claim admission is purely congressional discretion. He argued law and history deny that claim, urging immediate admission of South Dakota as a state and division of the Dakota territory. He cited population, a republican government, and justice for Union soldiers barred from enfranchisement, urging end to political delay.
Fargo Argus condemns shipping wheat toward rail lines and urges farmers to push legislative action. It promotes forming farmer bonds to fund 20 000 bushel elevators on farms and argues rail rebates entice farmers to haul grain, while elevators on rail corridors misplace supply.
During the January 12 blizzard Egbert Watkins of Ludden area vanished while tending to a claim. A 40 year old man named Wilkins was found dead nearby as the storm eased, frozen on the prairie. He had no relatives in the area and was laid to rest in Ludden after discovery.
New York April 12 Ex senator Conkling shows signs of improvement after a night of sleep and brief wakeful intervals. Doctors note little change but report some favorable symptoms and Mrs Conkling says Dr Hardy remains hopeful as messages of sympathy pour in nationwide.
The Be ar Garden reporters describe the lawmakers as 132 Republicans applauding after the failed adjournment vote 130 to 133. The final adjournment 148 to 137 followed amid cheering papers hurled and loud calls for order ending the session marked by a historic deadlock lasting one hour and twenty minutes.
At two this morning a fire swept through a building occupied by Brize and Tiltilsch treers in Watertown. The blaze started in the recessitory and spread despite scarce water. Adjacent properties caught fire but were saved with minor damage. Six frame structures were destroyed and the origin is unknown.
After a conference with local strikers, Mr. Arthur said their attitude remained unchanged. They were confident Burlington would not, in five years, secure a full outside force without the brotherhood. He believed Q stockholders would soon act and a settlement would follow.
In New York on April 11 Recorder Smyth refused to allow the district attorney to present the Gould-Sage case to the grand jury again for reconsideration.
Ottawa April 11 Lansdowne to be banqueted before leaving England. Senate and Commons will host a banquet in the Senate chamber around mid next month. It is believed members and senators will organize the affair, not the government.
The will of John Roach the chip builder was filed for probate. It provides that business shall continue for up to ten years, that Mrs Roach receives a $50,000 annuity in lieu of dower, that the widow and his son William share one eighth of the estate, and that the residue goes to the remaining children.
Madame Rouvier wife of France’s former prime minister dies at Nice on Monday. The report also notes New York’s Monday vote rejecting a women’s suffrage bill and other national events including deaths, court actions, and political developments.
In a lighthearted column the piece notes a Sunday before a wedding between Cora and Sam in Forest City. It jokes about preparations and playful cultural contrasts, with readers invited to judge the age gap and choices as the year progresses.
The Press reports a tendency among Yankton city authorities to lift liquor license fees from 300 to 500 dollars annually. The 500 figure is the minimum allowed under state statute, but Yankton’s special charter allows up to 600 dollars, with the council free to set the limit.
The piece recalls Captain Maratta who held a proxy at the central committee meeting in Bismarck last week and carried his sovereign under his hat despite governor Church, praising Maratta as a true blue Dakota Democrat with widespread support and a warning they will speak at the convention.
Sunday evening last a lamp exploded at the Milwaukee depot starting a blaze that burned a room and released battery chemicals. The dog escaped unharmed while the cat was scorched. a chemical steam quenced the fire. Advertisements urge Chamberlain's ointment St Patrick's pills and Chamberlain's Pile Balm with testimonials from local sellers.
A full set of butcher's tools will be offered for sale at public notice. The sale lists an address and contact with Mrs Henry, party in the city, for further details and bidding arrangements.
For sale a listing of three new mileh cons and one good mire. Inquire at Wells and M Levake Co.'s lumber office seek details and terms.
The readable text mentions iron, sensors, and various unclear references to devices. Specific models, brands, or events are not discernible, leaving only scattered terms such as iron and sensors without a cohesive story or names.
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