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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1917
Page
5
Mitchell beams at a string of visits, contracts, and events. Auditor Joss Jacobs and numerous residents travel in for business and social calls while the J. B. Anderson Lumber Co secures permits for coal sheds and a warehouse.
Twenty six Sioux young men formerly at the Rapid City Indian School joined Company I of the Fourth South Dakota Regiment and left April 8 for Scout Meade. They are listed from Pine Ridge Rosebud Cheyenne River Lower Brule and Standing Rock reservations with several named leaders and relatives.
A Brown County youth William Buck admits setting a barn fire that destroyed five cows two horses and other property valued at thousands of dollars. He says drunken impulse caused the act and that no malice toward the owner motivated him. The confession arrived by mail to State Wire Marshal Crans. Aberdeen report notes Sioux Falls penitentiary potential. Separately Lieut Anshelm cites Aberdeen enlistments 76 this month with 69 South Dakota and seven North Dakota men, including two stepsons of Mrs. Pinkerton.
The commission plans a single apportionment of the interest and income fund for common schools, triggered by March collections. It lists several normal schools and institutions contributing to the fund, with an expected September 7 distribution date and March revenue comparisons showing a rise from the previous year.
Lincoln reports Gov Groverton Keith Neville warned both houses of an extra session if the legislature fails to pass a prohibition bill. He stated he would call the session if the measure not enacted before the constitutional amendment deadline. In other notes South Dakota farmers buy 30,000 pounds of binder twine from the state penitentiary for Riverside township club distribution to aid harvests at a reduced price.
Advocates of a municipal lighting system in St Smith Arkansas clinched victory as Jo li Wright won the mayoral election amid a bitter political fight. Support came from Southwest American Traction as opponents faced tough scrutiny.
The message from Paris quotes President Wilson and honors the long friendship between Lafayette and Rochambeau. It recalls the Marines and General staff greetings to the American commander, praising Franco American unity in the fight for democracy and civilization. Residents note a pioneer’s funeral tied to Madison era housing efforts.
Tonors in the district high school declamation and debating contests at Atendria last evening showed Mitchell and Kimball divided. Miss Vipton of Mitchell won the district oration, while Ralph Bray of Wimmbally took first in the other event. John Dragseth of Mitchell placed second in oration, and several other students competed in pieces including The Dedication of the Washington Monument and Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death. The judges were Miss Lorena Young, W M McDonald, and Frank Leffert. Vipton and Bray advance to further district contests in Brookings and Mitchell, respectively. Albert Daisy, a pioneer resident, died at his home in the city.
Government actions since 1914 have produced large volumes of silver 60 and 10 pfennig coins, most now vanished. Relief is sought through base issue of 70 pfennig notes issued by individual municipalities after the war. Shortages began in occupied France and spread to Russia, with locals forced to accept only town bons.
Officers for the ensuing year were chosen at the annual First Baptist Church meeting held in the church parlors Friday evening. The selection included Franklin Trewett trustee for five years, Miss Iva M Nichols clerk, Miss Laura Kjelmyr financial secretary, and A Loomer treasurer.
Charles Worlein of Chisago Western Electric, arriving from Merlin, states there has been no mistreatment of Americans in the German capital and that enemy nationals are not required to report daily to the police.
French bluejackets drew cheers as they toured Washington D C. Groups of sailors walked the streets while pedestrians waved flags from cars and pinned small American flags to their blouses.
DeSmet South Dakota reports the first steer sold in the state priced at 11.50 per hundred. John Stroupe of Kingsbury County marketed the 1,746 pound animal and received a $200.10 check.
Dr King's New Life Pills promise to remove winter wastes from the intestines and cleanse the blood. A non gripping laxative, they aid nature's process and aim to refresh energy, brighten eyes, and improve complexion. Available at all druggists for 25 cents.
Rom Tuesday's Daily reports A I Fosdick assistant cashier of Falls Savings bank was in Mitchell on business. Mrs. Jack Cogan of Presho arrived to visit relatives for a couple days. Mr. and Mrs. H B Wilkinson of Lennox returned from Lennox to Mitchell after a short visit. Mrs. Frank Maynard returned from Murdo where she spent two days with her husband.
Pierre South Dakota earns a unanimous decision over Lead High in Pierre advancing to the final debate. The city’s high school debating squad has been practically successful in all competitions this year, reaching the Sioux Falls contest final against the winning team there.
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