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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1902
Page
5
The Mitchell Capital reports in its April 18, 1902 issue that Silsby won the city mayoralty by 76 votes, the largest mayoral majority in eight to ten years. It notes near equal confidence from both candidates before the tally and provides ward-by-ward results.
The document lists city and school officials including Geo A Silsby and E B VanAlstine as mayors, J McKinley as police chief, M Reeves as city justice, J Purdy as assessor, A Curtis as alderman, W Davison as school treasurer, W M Herbert and E S Johnston on the school board, and various license figures and counts such as 106 102 20 106 48.
The city voted 690 in the school board and license contests. A. J. Kings won the school board at large by 14 votes amid heavy turnout in the First Ward where about 100 women cast ballots. EB Johnstone led early but Kings prevailed narrowly. License passed citywide by 71 votes. Officials to transfer at the first May council meeting.
Seeding is progressing rapidly and farmers report ground in excellent condition. P M Markhat of Osage returns home after visiting his sons. Mrs Wysher hosts a ladies meeting this Thursday. Will Young shows a new driving outfit and bought a horse from James Kimble, causing interest in North Plano. Harry Halshire of Mitchell lodged with Markham Brothers. J A Swift returns from Nebraska trip. Clarence Wallace managed the creamery during the absence.
Editor Johnston reported in town on Thursday. Several residents moved about including J S Phelps at his barber stand and Milt Holmes with wife at the Ethan hotel. Trips to Gregory county and Mitchell occurred with Frank Hammer and Lizzie Clement noted among townsfolk.
A Colombo watchmaker, Chas M. Cramer, endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for coughs and colds in children. He cites quick chest cold relief and hoarseness cure with one bottle, praising its efficacy and recommending it to others. Sold by L O Gale, Druggist.
For sale a revolving tubular and jetting rock drilling machine with tools and a six horsepower gas engine mounted. Machine list price 1000 dollars engine 500 dollars. Both items are new last tune. Price 1000 dollars. Time available with approved security. 8S. Webber.
A testimonial from M. B. Smith of Butternot Michigan praising DeWitt's Little Early Risers for biliousness and constipation. The ad claims neglect causes permanent health harm and asserts the pills never gripe or cause nausea.
Davison county Republicans plan a May 3 1902 delegate convention in Mitchell to select 18 delegates for the State Convention in Sioux Falls on June 4. Representation is listed by townships and wards with caucuses set for May 1 at 8 p m under county committee orders.
Five council members led by Mayor Van Alstine review plans by Architect Dow of Sioux Falls for the Carnegie library. They will be recommended for acceptance with some modifications to meet committee ideas, and the stone structure promises an attractive building.
A Salem New Jersey resident recalls a severe fall rheumatic attack last fall and relief after two applications of Chamberlains Pain Balm seen in the South Jerseyman. After one bottle she was completely cured. Sold by L O Gale Druggist.
Pressonville resident B. Presson writes that Foley's Honey and Tar is universally endorsed for coughs and grippe symptoms. S. H. Scallin notes no bottle failed to provide relief.
Dr James W Kidd of Fort Wayne Indiana announces a free Elixir of Life that cures a wide range of diseases with no risk to the patient. He cites testimonials of rapid relief and urges senders to request the remedy by mail for home use.
In Essen the Krupp family recounts early toil from a small workshop. Alfred Krupp details 25 years of hardship, living on scarce food, late-night study, and fear of ruin before the factory expanded. By 1832 only ten men worked there, but later over 40,000 found employment in Essen and nearby mines.
The Chicago Tribune portrays the new congressman's wife as ignorant yet ambitious. On learning her husband won, she visits social rivals in the county seat and boasts of future plans for her daughter Jennie. She declares education will be abundant and Jen n ie will enter the Smithsonian institute after Washington.
A barber and a patron exchange wit in a New York Hustler context as the veteran settles back in the chair. The barber jokes about the hair turning gray while the other comments on waiting. The dialogue captures a moment of light banter in a city setting.
Mt Vernon reports include Jim Newell and M Betts visiting Mitchell on Tuesday. Fitch traveled to Groton on Monday and will stop at Wolsey. Miss Kate Williams visited her father Uncle Dave Williams. Mrs James Reynolds went to Plankinton on Thursday eve for a farewell visit with Mrs W E Irvin. Rev Norton of Ashton stayed overnight and greeted many Mt Vernon friends. Mrs E S Johnston and children visited Mitchell for a week. Cecily Ryan returned from Salem after visiting her brother Joe. Dr Smiley rushed to Sierra Madre California by telegram about his wife’s serious illness. Dr Crane will cover Smiley’s practice during his absence.
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve advertised as a universal cure for sores burns bruises and wounds including gunshot injuries. A testimonial from A S Fuller of English Indiana claims long lasting leg wound healed after using the product while warning of counterfeit versions.
Notice to creditors and all persons with claims against Barbara McConkey deceased. George McConkey, administrator, requests claims with vouchers be presented within four months after first publication to Mitchell, Davison County, South Dakota. Dated April 1902. Wm. M. Herbert, attorney for administrator.
Notice is given by R. D. Prescott administrator of the estate of William H. Keck deceased. Creditors and all persons with claims against the estate must present them with proper vouchers at Prescott's Main street office in Mitchell Davison County South Dakota. Dated April 14 1902 Herbert E. Hitchcock attorney for the administrator.
Notice is given by J. E. Wells administrator of the estate of Joseph T. Whealon deceased to creditors and all with claims to exhibit them with vouchers within four months after first publication. Claims must be presented to Wells at his Mitchell South Dakota office. Dated April 17 190.
Administrator with will annexed Joseph Harker announces claims against the estate of John H Boies deceased. Creditors and claimants must file with vouchers within four months after first publication at Harker Bros in Mitchell Davison South Dakota. Dated March 15 1902. N Hannett & Attorneys for administrator.
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