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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1917
Page
2
An editorial urges the United States to follow Russia and Britain by closing breweries and distilleries during World War I. It argues prohibition would save wheat and other grain, reduce waste, bolster manpower, and aid national defense, while supporting enlistment and agricultural mobilization.
The article notes the German army in the west has adopted a retreating stance and that their defeat appears inevitable, suggesting Allied pressure keeps them occupied while losses mount.
An article argues optimism on peace talks while urging sustained support for World War I. It contrasts German hopes for concessions with Allied unity, defends unrestricted submarine warfare as counterproductive, praises American industrial and agricultural mobilization, and calls citizens to sacrifice for victory, liberty, and humanitarian aims.
Letter to the editor challenges a published question about whether a 320 acre farm should be cultivated during wartime. The writer cites Davison County enlistment facts, argues farmers will harvest despite war, and urges citizens to stand by the flag recalling historic battles and patriotism.
The Sioux Falls district presbytery held its spring meeting in Alexandria with Rev. C. I. van der Maaten opening. Rev. Frederick A. Hlassold gave the closing address on the Holy Land as Rev. van der Maaten will assist in installing Rev. Scott. The next meeting will be in Scotland with Rev. Calvin Foster and Rev. Mr. Scott admitted as pastors elect.
Haakon County public school boys twelve and older can enter a summer corn contest organized by Miss Jennie ONeil. Each participant receives seed corn for an acre, with rules on quantity and prizes for top yields and corn quality to be considered in awards.
An advertisement touts a one hundred dollar reward for any catarrh case not cured by Tally Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co. It also promotes Hall's Catarrh Cures taken internally, claims blood and mucous action, offers testimonials, and lists price and distribution.
Travelers note more ducks on local ponds this spring than any year since settlement. While many migrate north, nesting birds remain and a strong brood is expected next fall. Frank Peddicord battles ulcer of the stomach and may seek Rochester hospital if worsens. Farmers here busy with grain as ideal weather aids harvest. Mrs Id Ikestler hosts Social Hour Wednesday April 18. George Holleran from Mitchell brought a new piano for the Wagner home.
Mitchell's first annual auto show opens with 20 makes and 40 models across Arthur Miller's salesrooms. The event features live entertainment, expert sales staff, and booths for Buick, Jordan, Overland, Willys Knight, Hudson, and more. Attendance is strong with expectations for the next two days.
Aberdeen mayor Alva N. Aldinely proclaims May 19 as Loyalty Day to mark the Battle of Lexington anniversary. Businesses urged to close. parade, speeches, band music at Idrich Park with civic groups, officials, schools, and citizens. Stars and Stripes to fly citywide. Rotary and Commercial clubs organize. navy reps to address recruitment efforts.
Three pastors from Mitchell have applied for chaplaincies with U.S. regiments. Rev Gr W Pulweiler of St. Marys Episcopal plans to join the First South Dakota cavalry if chosen, Rev van der Maaten of the Presbyterian resigns June 15 and may enlist, and Rev Lincoln Kelley of the First Baptist wrote to Gov Norbeck offering services for a South Dakota regiment. Pulweiler’s church may be left without a successor in the near term.
Miss Violet Kinney spends the week with Mr. and Mrs. John Camp in Pierre South Dakota. Mr. and Mrs. George Lewis visit snow on the prairie north of town at the home of Lloyd Lewis near Mt. Vernon.
A Mitchell automobile show organized by local motor dealers attracts a fair crowd on day two despite cooler temperatures. The Arthur Miller garage hosts the exhibit with bands, Border quartet, and Lyric Orchestra providing music. Cars from Premier National and Stephens Six circulate for visitors. The event runs through Saturday night.
Miss M A Winters Public health nurse assigned to Davison county arrives in Mitchell and will work from 9 a m to 5 p m at the county superintendent of schools office She will provide free clinic work Fridays Saturdays at the office and make home visits for infant care expectant mother consultation and general nursing care Emergency calls only at night Sundays and holidays She will inspect schools speak to teachers students on sanitation and health and attend mothers meetings
Huron South Dakota Joe Sheehan 36 married visiting brother on a farm near Huron was found this morning drowned in eight inches of water in a gumbo slough seven miles south of here He was returning from a stock sale when his horses stuck in the slough and threw lime out An inquest was held this afternoon.
Vermillion S D Prof M W Davidson of the University of South Dakota announced that the state war resource committee has completed its work and filed a full inventory of resources and ministries. The report enables the state to be called upon by the government for aid and services. The committee included representatives from the American Association of Mining Engineers the American Association of Civil Engineers the American Institute of Electrical Engineers the American Institute of Mining Engineers and the American Chemical Society.
State Auditor Handlin questions the $8 per member expense allowance for Isaac Lincoln on the State Board of Agriculture, commonly the state fair board. The issue hinges on the constitutional prohibition against a legislative member holding another state office of profit during the term.
The local commercial club elected Ira J. Welch as President Ned Ti Benedict as Secretary and Hn PF Walden as Treasurer for the coming year. A committee was appointed to cooperate with the county commissioners to improve the Black and Yellow automobile train through Haakon county to the county line near Hayes.
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