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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1905
Page
9
Public notice dated April 2 1905 from It Witghell Printing Co appearing in the local newspaper. The item lists printing company actions and dates for upcoming services and notices.
The Washington Post notes an exodus of congressmen from Washington as they face disappointed constituents. With no new appointments likely, over 100 lawmakers stay seeking jobs for their districts. Some aim for forest ranger posts now civil service, while others fear party backlash at election time.
President Roosevelts designation of Vice President Pairbanks to act as the administrations official representative on various formal occasions marks a departure from tradition. The article notes the VP's historically limited public role and argues widening the office could increase national recognition.
Critics urge caution on continuing music teaching at Mitchell schools. Proponent argues early music foster high thinking and social improvement, noting growing choruses and potential for a 100-voice choir as support for maintaining the program.
A South Dakota official denies promising the Milwaukee coast extension would start from Evarts rather than Chamberlain. The Aberdeen News interview is described as noncommittal, while local observers doubt the coast line will reach the area in their lifetimes. The Huronite defends its coverage and hints at future clarity within a year or two.
Prof. I C Chilcott after twelve years with Brookings agricultural college tenders resignation effective at end of the school year. He will join the Washington DC agriculture department plant industry while remaining a Brookings resident.
The Woonsocket Trevald notes Mayor Sam Ramsey's firm action against bootleggers tied to Reed and the club room. Ramsey earns credit for upholding public will after the state vote against liquor licenses last year.
The Sioux Falls Press endorses Seth Bullock for United States marshal noting support for a Republican appointment though its timing may create party tensions. The article criticizes the paper as a poor adviser in political strategy.
Chamberlain saw its first strike of the week as railroad work expanded. Twenty section men earning 1.25 dollars daily left their posts to seek the 1.75 dollars daily wages paid to bridge workers. Their demand for equal pay was granted immediately.
A reader testifies that DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve cured a child’s white swelling and bone pieces, calling it the most wonderful healing salve. The ad warns against counterfeit products and notes LW Gale as a seller in West Virginia.
A 22 to 12 vote in New York rejects fad oriented education that crowded reading, writing and arithmetic with music, drawing, manual training and athletics. The piece argues the reform returns primary hours to core subjects and reduces nonessential activities to prevent overwork and neglect of fundamentals.
Mrs. Gertrude I. Kenner of Marion Indiana reports severe coughing and weight loss from 148 to 92 pounds before using One Minute Cough Cure which she says fully cured her. The remedy is advertised as free of harmful drugs and sold by L. O. Gale.
The note reports illnesses among students including Jesse Branch with typhoid fever and Irwin Ruth post appendectomy, with many out sick. Merle Rosencrans, a new student from Bridgewater, joins a school whose courses strive to align with state standards. The Mitchell high school is praised for rankings, unique YWCA presence, strong singing, efficient staffing, and school spirit.
The commission instructs the secretary to obtain estimates for sinking an artesian well on the grounds to provide heating and power, with plans to build a lagoon and masonry dam. They will not proceed until after a trip to Helena Montana to study the capitol model for potential state construction.
A nearly 500 strong audience gathered at city hall Monday evening to hear Leland Powers portray nine characters from David Garrick under the Woman's Professorship Association. Powers impressed with facial expression and vocal range, and the event supported the association's fund drive.
A promotional notice extols Dr. A W Chase's Nerve Pills as a remedy for weary nervous women troubled by uterine and ovarian issues. It cites restored energy, better sleep, and leveled nerves, with testimonials from Mrs. Juhbo Bailey of Penn Yan New York. Available for 50 cents a box through Stallin Bros Mitchell S D.
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