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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1898
Page
5
The column lists subscription options and rates for various terms and ad rates for advertisers. It notes changes to addresses, state mail policies, and urges readers to submit notices. It then discusses wartime sentiment, navy strength, and local political moves as the nation enters conflict with Spain.
The excerpts from Chicago newspapers frame Spanish colonial rule in Cuba as doomed to end this year and praise the national guard as a key military bulwark. They predict Cuba’s liberation, a shift in power, and anticipate volunteers and militamen joining the fight if war erupts.
The piece notes widespread militia readiness in the United States with a Yankton recruiting station led by Major Dollard and a Scottish militia unit, asserts John Sherman's likely cabinet departure, and reflects cautious support for Cuban independence amid editorial praise for U S restraint and resolve in the Spain Cuba conflict.
Washington correspondent reports a proposed war loan crafted by Chairman Dingley and Secretary Gage to issue 3,000,000 bonds in fifty dollar units. Subscriptions will be accepted via post offices, officials, banks, or direct to the treasury, with guarantees that smaller subscriptions below 7,000 are honored in full if oversubscribed and larger ones scaled down.
Aberdeen hosts a triple convention day with populists democrats and free silver republicans each claiming 500 to 800 delegates. Mitchell also hosts a five hundred delegate free silver gathering labeled harmonious. Debates over ticket representation and candidates like Andy Lee loom as Aberdeen braces for a lively political clash.
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader argues against non resident student voting in close elections. It notes the temptation to vote where not living, the injustice to home communities, and the need for clear laws and teacher guidance to prevent violations. It warns of future contests and costly litigation if unresolved.
Congress declares that war exists between United States and Spain. The House passed the measure in one minute forty one seconds, the Senate approved in a secret session, and President McKinley signed it. War was formally declared to exist on Thursday April 21. April proves fatal for U S as many great wars began then.
The text argues blood quality as health insurance and credits Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery with cleansing and enriching the blood. It claims better appetite digestion and vigor, preventing disease by maintaining pure blood and robust bodily function.
An Augsburg officer who was struck by a clerk chose to seek legal recourse rather than duel or kill. The court of honor punished him, compelling resignation for failing to uphold officerly dignity. The Pall Mall Gazette reports the unwritten duel code among German officers.
A local joke text features a dialogue about a man named Freddy and his failing mustache. The snippet contrasts a humorous exchange with a Siberian anecdote about natives brewing an unusual mushroom drink.
Sixty pupils in a noon war spirit parade marched through Main Street led by the juvenile band. Frank McLain and Gus Levinger gave speeches as teachers Quigies and Grace observed. Citizens applauded the patriotic display. A second note promotes a 25 cent skin salve sold by S. H. Scal in.
New 1898 model ladies and gents bicycles priced from 25.00 to 313.95 with pay after receipt and a Sears catalogue offer. Allen's Foot-Ease powder pledges quick relief for painful feet, sweaty or tired feet, and hot calloused skin, with mail order option and trial package.
Land Office at Mitchell South Dakota April 21 1898 notice shows Nicklaus Reimers filing final proof for 14 Sec 23 Twp 103 R 61 with witnesses Nicklaus Schneider John Heysett Martin Bobb and Abraham Reitzel all of Mitchell South Dakota. Also Timber Culture Entry final proof James T Smith for Sec 17 Twp 14 R 61 with witnesses John Smith Winfield Scott Forbes Austin M Logan and ED Watkins.
Notice lists multiple settlers and land details for Mitchell South Dakota with final proof dates in May 1898. Names include Anthony Nabinger George Stevens Carl Murner James Ewart Martha Oberembt John Hohn Daniel Tschirley John Humpa and John Schoenfelder with sections towns ranges and parcel identifiers. Filing offices: Timber Culture and General Land Office at Mitchell South Dakota.
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