Advertising Rates and Local Notices in 1898 SD Paper
OFFICIAL COUNTY PAPER FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 1898. Rates: business cards five dollars per year, each additional line, one dollar forty. five cents per line for local ads. legal ads at statutory rates. cards of thanks ten cents per line. obituaries and similar notices five cents per line. marriage and death notices published free. Content covers population growth, politics, Parkston school bonds, Sioux Falls caucuses, and praise for The Graphic by Kimball.
Dowdell Targeted for Scrutiny in Public Affairs
A fragment suggests Mr Dowdell faces public inspection of his business to expose evasive behavior. It also mentions Emmett's group calling for honesty in public service and urging scrutiny of followers. The text references Uncle Emmettssteen and self-trust among figures involved.
Fusion plan to be decided at April 14 meeting
The state central committee and Free Silver Republicans convene in the city on Thursday April 14 to determine the fusion approach. They oppose being absorbed without advantage and aim to secure a favorable outcome in the merger talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic State Central Committee
Popali
Freudenfeld Agri Bank Losses Trigger Board Settlement
Taylor investigated the accounts and filed a case against Freudenfeld. The former treasurer of the board of regents of education from 1891 to 1883 resigned after funds were at risk due to the Farmers and Merchants Bank of Plankintos and the Chamberlain Nations Bank. A settlement with 33900 from Freudenfeld and his bondsmen covered a 9.40 shortage amid claims of greater bank losses.
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Freudenfeld Ag
Taylor
Pierre Specific Freudenfeld
Board of Regents of Education
Farmers’ and Merchant Bank of Plankintos
Chamberlain Nations Bank
Freudenfeld
Isilurea
Tais
Maine cofferdam urged and Lincoln quip cited in paper
The report notes a $3897 shortage after bank shortages but confirms the treasurer’s work as sound. The Chicago Evening Post backs building a cofferdam around the Maine wreck in Havana harbor and argues for government funds and guards to protect the site. It recalls Lincoln’s cautionary White House remark on restraint and patience with the administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Evening Post
Havana Harbor
Congress
Maine
Spain
Taxpayers Spar Over City Finances With Fullerton Seaman
The Gazette debates mayoral finances as Brer Johnston and Taxpayer accuse Fullerton of extravagance while Seaman's admin is praised for debts paid and cash on hand. Johnston claims a $2381 receipts surplus over Seaman, implying yearly savings. critics warn against misused figures and public manipulation.
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Brer
Johnston
Pullerton
Seaman
Fullerton
Bror
Treasury
Gsof
Estewe
Immigration Commissioner Plan Sparks South Dakota Debate
Sioux Falls business leaders back creating a state immigration commissioner under an executive committee. The plan, sourced from the Yackton Gazette, envisions funding by counties east of the state and local subscriptions, with offices likely at Mitchell or Huron. Davison County’s assessment is $55.
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South Dakbras
Sioux
Yackton
Sde
Buffalo County
Minnehaha
Yastwa County
Mitchell
Huron
Davison Country
Our Reserve Military Force and Defense Readiness
The piece argues for public understanding of U S militia strength with 105,166 organized officers and 9 196 commissioned officers in the organized militia and over 10 million in unorganized reserves. It stresses preparedness, modern firearms, and the potential to defend the nation from coast to coast, invoking historical examples and invocations to duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Minneapolis Journal
United States
Calvary
Remington's
Snarp’s
Baron Ambert
Quebec
Montcalm
St One
Marshal Bugeaud
Rapidan
James
Watts de Peyster
President’s message sent to Congress on war issue
The president sent the message to Congress Monday afternoon. Members were initially disappointed no war was declared at once. Senators voiced indignation yet the message was seen as conservative and referred to the Foreign Relations Committee. Congress now holds the issue, with the president ready to meet all constitutional obligations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Committee On Foreign Relations
Hutchinson County School Lands Sell At Top Price
School lands in Hutchinson County recently sold averaging 1450 dollars per acre, a top notch price for these tracts. The sale highlights strong demand and high value for local school land parcels.
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Hutchinson County
Dr King’s News for Consumption Sold by Scarlin Agency
S. H. Scarlin holds the value agency for Dr King’s News for Consumption and Coughs. The ad touts Dr King’s remedy as curing asthma bronchitis hoarseness and throat and lung ailments. A free trial bottle or 30 cent and $1.00 sizes are offered with a price guarantee and refund option. Children’s use is emphasized as life saving.
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S. H. Scarlin
Dr. King
Compound Interest Demonstrates Savings Growth
A $20 deposit in a Newburyport Massachusetts savings bank has grown to $1,139.28 with interest continuing, illustrating the power of compound interest though the deposit duration isn’t stated. Also appears is an advertisement for Bitters claiming health benefits and a cosmetic claim sold at 50 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newburrport
Mass
S. H. Sesilic’e Drug Store
Costs of interment at Westminster Abbey fixed by fund details
Westminster Abbey burial fees have been adjusted from historic levels to a maximum of 111 pounds 4 shillings 2d, with variation up to 26 to 46 pounds for fabric fund contributions. other charges include dean and canons fees and clergy apparel costs, reflecting reforms by Dean Stanley.
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Westminster
Dean Stanley
Westminster Gazette
Pretty Pen Wiper and Hints of a Colored Mill Venture
A pinked blue or leather pen wiper with chamois inserts tied by Dresden ribbon is described. Also notes DeWitts Witch Haze salve for quick healing. From the Baltimore Sun a cotton mill owned by colored people near Concord North Carolina nears completion with 7000 to 10000 spindles and 150 to 250 looms, expected operating by April. The Wilminston colored community has invested $4000 in the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dresden
Baltimore Sun
Concord
N. C
Wilminston
Old Torth State
Tinder Culture Entry Notice For Publication Land Office
Notice to Mitchell South Dakota settlers that James T. Smith has filed for final proof on his claim for the northwest half of section 17, township 104, agricultural. Proof will be made before the Register and Receiver at Mitchell on May 7, 158. Witnesses: John Smith, Mitchell. Winfield Scott Forbes, Mitchell. Austin M. Logan, Badger. S D Watkins, Badger. E Poster, Register.
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Mitchell
S. D
Mitchell, D
James T. Smith
John Smith
P. O
Winfield Scott Forbes
Michell
Austin M. Logan
Badger
D. Watkins
S D. Gro E. Poster
Register
Public Land Notice Entries From Mitchell South Dakota
Notice from the Land Office at Mitchell S D dated March 19 1835 announcing final proof intentions for Henry Klingebrg and Martha M Oberembt with detail on locations township range and witnesses names Anthony Nabinger George Stevens Carl Murner James Ewart John H Hohn Daniel Tschirles John Hompa and John Schoenfelder defendants witnesses listed for proof at Mitchell S D with dates May 2 1835 and May 17 1835 order filed by Register E Foster
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Mitchell S. D
Mitchell
Henry Klingeb
Anthony Nabinger
George Stevens
Carl Murner
James Ewart
P.O
E. Foster
Register
S. D
Martha M. Overembt
Mathew M. Oberembt
T. C. BE
John H. Hohn
Ethan P
Daniel Tschirles
Flensburg
P. O
John Hompa
John Schoenfelder
Emsles
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mitchell Capital
the Mitchell Printing CO
Cc. W. Downey
Ce UU We Club
Official
South Dakota
Dowdell
Insurance Department
Major Pickler
Major Robert Dollard
Scotland
Parkston
Sioux Falls
Minnesota
Charles A. Towne
Board of Education
Court House
Tinan
Kimball
Abraham Lincoln
Raymond
White House
Blondin
Niagara River
Bondin
Gazette
L.O. Gale
Hood
Hoods
C. I. Hood & Co
Lowell
Westminster Abbey
S. H. Sealin
L. O. Gale
Tinder
Vice
Timber Culture
A. E. Hitchcock
Mitchell S.D
J. L. Hannett
Mitchell, S. D
L. E. Whitcher
Steam Laundry
West
O. H. Perry
Roth's
Mitchell House
Monmouth Merchant Mills
L. E. Stair
Drs. DIX
Ferry
Fort
D. M. Ferry & CO
Detroit
Mich
J. Thompson and Son
Norewegian
Parry
WM. Koch
Main and
First Street
Fullerton Lumber
James Leslie
Mitchell Iron Works
Geo. H. Summers
California
New Orleans
Pullman
Chicago
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Southern Pacific Co
Pacific Coast
Sunset Limited Annex
Pacifi
Dlinois Centra
R. R
Florida
Jacksonville
St. Louis
Hainois Central
Holly Springs
Birmingham
Albany
Waycross
Homeseeker’s
Illinois Central
Yazoo
Mississippi Valley
Williams
Janesville
Iowa
Lyle, Minn
Alden
Central” Air Connecting Lines
J. ¥. Merry
Manchester
Schlimgen’s
North Main Street
Mitchell National Bank
U. S
Gerates Truth
Prigz Pilla
San Mf
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