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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1892
Page
7
The notice outlines subscription rates for one copy for various periods and offers club prices with leading publications. It requests subscribers to provide their former and new addresses and to notify the office by Monday, with out-of-state mail discontinued at time paid.
Advertising rates listed for Business Cards Legal Notices and Obituaries. Gov Mellette proclaims April 22 as Arbor Day while the Sioux Falls Gazette shifts to prohibition coverage, Rhode Island endorses tariff reform, and speculation swirls about Gorman Hill Grover Cleveland, with New York and western figures amid election talk.
The column harshly critiques Melbourne for failed bets in Arizona and praises a more cautious South Dakota approach. It then highlights Rhode Island’s election, noting a decisive Republican win and control of the legislature, boosting GOP prospects.
The Kimball Republicans form a league with L. A. Foote as leader and Drips the Index editor as secretary. The Rhode Island result credited to organization and mobilizing the full Republican vote, more than any single factor.
Whitelaw Reid says Blaine is not a candidate and was sincere in writing his recent declination. He denounces Blainiacs for alleging he was badgered by Mr. Harrison, calling it a humiliating reflection on the secretary of state and contrary to his character.
The piece argues that the Rhode Island ballot law did not primarily favor Democrats in cities and notes Republicans gained votes among urban voters. It challenges Democratic claims of Republican corruption and questions the methods associated with Hill and Brice.
The piece questions which eminent Republican outside silver states shares Harrison’s stance on silver. It asks if Blaine McKinley Allison Cul lom Wolcott Alger or others differ from Harrison on monetary policy and hints at western voters demanding a definite position amid free silver tensions.
The piece covers diverse state and national issues from Rep Johnson of North Dakota proposing a bill to ban gold contracts, to debate over silver senator Stewart, and weather and political commentary about Gov Mellette and the division of Dakota.
Frank Hatton argues President Arthur was endorsed by 36 of 38 states in 1884 but the convention rejected him for Blaine. He says officeholders cannot control nominations yet they may influence them, and if states had truly instructed for Arthur he would have secured the White House succession.
The Minneapolis Journal quotes Senator Kyle accusing the daily newspaper of threatening liberties. He criticizes lifelike photographs of South Dakota's accidental senator for not flattering his rise or the alliance that placed him in office. He argues the press harms his reputation and speaks against the press.
The Aberdeen News and Sioux Falls Press note criticism from The Mitchell Republican and other papers about Governor Maellette's choice of Judge Smith for railway commissioner. They argue personal pressure influenced the appointment, though the governor acted for party interests and the reasons for Senate objections remain.
In Sioux Falls law and order supporters nominate E B Meredith for mayor. Mitchell retains pride in its stance against liquor violations since prohibition, condemning city leaders who tolerate breaches and oppose prohibition while urging respect for law.
Washington correspondents report a clash over the Watertown land office vacancy but Frank Phillips of Watertown receives the appointment without a fight. Pettigrew secures confirmation and backs Lillibridge for Cheyenne agency in a coordinated move, with no visible scrap. The writer calls for reform of outside press reporting.
Vernon Earl of Brocton Canada visits brothers here. Miss Julliett Chapin visits Mrs. I. M. Pease of Alexandria. Reynolds family visits Hayek in Emery. Anton Koch and Frank Hatch attend Mitchell services. J. P. Reynolds buys a new organ. Edgington digs wells for Pollard and Duncan Earl. I. L. Rolph returns from Louisville. Mrs. Sperry Dwight visits relatives in Mitchell. Truax leaves for Ottumwa. Reynolds children suffer measles in Emery. Charley Arland with Jim Holley and Roy Taylor hunting in Miner County. ducks geese plus pelican and sea gull. Dow appoints I. O. McEwen Mitchell local agent for Dakota Hail. H. M. Burns in Mitchell hub. Ruby Skinner visits Vermillion. Flora Burke visits Chicago. YP SC E social at Beddoes residence. Mrs. R. A. Peck improving. Mr. Peck recovering after long illness. Mrs. Peck of Woonsocket visits. Demorest contest postponed due to rain measles. Burton Omealy recovers from measles. Tyners and Swartout and Smith ill. Vanderbure visiting aunts Omealy and Kipp. Mrs. Beddoes in Mitchell loses a carriage wheel. Beadle delegation noted in Chamberlain result discussion.
The Aberdeen News and Pierre Journal criticize Representatives Pickler and Jolley for their Bland bill vote. The people of South Dakota especially Republicans oppose free silver as outlined in the measure.
A Republican paper targets Tommy Ayers, convicted on his own confession of forgery and perjury, accusing Independent reformers of harsh political tactics. The piece frames Ayers’ case as fuel for partisan attack and public outcry.
Senate rules halted the confirmation of veteran Lillibridge as Cheyenne agency agent. Kyle aims to reform by blocking Pettigrew’s agendas and has slowed efforts on a constitutional divorce amendment.
The Raum investigation has resulted mainly in the conviction of Congress man Cooper's private secretary for using his position to extort money from pension applicants. The probe has neared Cooper personally, but no direct involvement is proven yet beyond inference.
The government winter wheat report shows crop conditions in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois and Missouri at 20 percent worse than a year ago. A silver lining lies in expected higher demand for spring wheat in the northwest, with hopes for plans to curb fictitious wheat gambling and steadier prices for farmers. The 181 crop proved larger than immediate needs, yet world food demand remains strong.
Sioux Falls Gazette reports Cataract house guests remitted $50 yesterday to the Travelings Men's association at Des Moines for the Willard Snow Jr fund, bringing Cataract house total to date to $1,146.60 with $75 more in hand. the note implies price stabilization once supplies balance.
No sealed proposals for building a public bridge in the township of Lisbon will be received by the Auditor up to 12 o clock Friday April 29 1892. Plans and specifications to be seen at the Auditor s office. The right to reject any and all bids is reserved. By Order of the Board R T ROBINSON Auditor Mitchell April 7 1892.
In Troy New York on April 14 Cohoes Republicans elect Henry A Strong as mayor and William B Leroy as police commissioner while winning two wards. A Fourth ward ballot box raid by special policemen stems from alleged funding bets over the rival candidates. Public fury erupts as militia readiness is considered.
Late returns indicate Jersey City elects Republican ticket while Trenton backs Democrats for mayor and majority of the board of freeholders. Rahway and Hoboken swing Republican and Democratic respectively. Patterson split. Bayonne and South Orange lean Democratic. Bordentown votes Republican. Pennsylvania Democrats meet in Philadelphia with Beltzhoover temporary chair. China steamer brings oriental advices. Hamamtau theatre fire destroys 360 buildings with several deaths.
A serious riot in Nachiod Bohemia near Koeniggratz left many injured after factory operatives protested wages and ill treatment. Separately delegates from major machinist groups formed the National Federation of Machinists Trades in Chicago with Detroit as headquarters and a October meeting set.
NasHat New Hampshire reports General George Stark former vice president and general manager of the Northern Pacific railroad has died at 69. He was a descendant of Major General John Stark and was a Democratic candidate for governor in 1860.
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