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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1917
Page
6
A long list of Mitchell and Mt Vernon residents with addresses and numbers appears, detailing names like A. G. Doeken, J. W. Rogers, and C. M. Snyder among others, plus local visits. The notes describe social calls, traveling family groups visiting relatives, and a censored wartime bulletin noting prices for butter flour and eggs in Russia.
A flurry of relatives arrived and traveled between Sheridan Missouri Sioux Falls Bridgewater and other towns visiting family. Alexandria guests include Mrs Sarah O Lewis and son with kin from Sheridan. W J Tull visited from Sioux Falls for a short stay with Mrs Marion Hoffmann. Families from Lake Madison Ree Weights and Worthing spent time with local households.
The First South Dakota cavalry unit under Captain P J Quirk and Lieutenants Beelman and Shoenberger trains locally. The band rehearses, inoculations occurred, and a benefit event was held at Crescent theatre with a military ball to follow at Brandt’s. Farmers report barley oats and crop outlook favorable despite recent heat and scattered rain. rain totals and temperatures for the past six days are listed.
Marion and Mrs Reed returned from a week at Arnolds Park Iowa while Rev Frerking and family of Lake Park Iowa toured through on their way to Willow Tak and Lemmon. Several residents report visits, trips, injuries and preparations for a big fair in August with local road and track updates.
Local Vivian businessmen plan to hold their annual stock show this year mirroring a prior popular event. Ken Nebee will stage a similar affair, much anticipated by residents who enjoy the yearly festivities and social gatherings associated with the exhibition.
White Lake residents welcome visitors from Artesian Sioux City Mitchell and North Dakota. Farm, college, and university moves are noted with arrivals and departures. A war time home protection plan gains county support with about 65 signups to deputized volunteers under Sheriff Deevers.
Light rain Sunday night brought moisture to central and eastern South Dakota as heat threatened crops. Farmers report barley and wheat safe, corn mostly healthy though some ears damaged by heat. rain aided growth across a broad area with hail and wind noted in Ipswich and Summit regions.
Bridgewater residents head to Beadle County for work in fast fields. Mrs Wejstergreen retired from Chirvage, visiting relatives earlier. Clarence Ott and family traveled from Linus Balls to Mitchell then home, with other local visits noted. The Red Grass organization forms under Rev A G Gawley, with officers named. Glauser and Guenthner families' members wedding at Riverside church in a ceremony linking Riverside and Bancroft. couple plans a short trip before settling in Lane Croft.
Murdo residents report visits with family in Olivia Minnesota Aberdeen and New Mexico. Mrs Gallagher and Jeff Wednes day afternoon in Lankinton. Mr and Mrs Hopkins left for Ghanmiberlain Wilankinton andChicago. Minnie Hynes of Scenic departs for Aberdeen to stay with brother F J Wynese. The Yarosh family and son Jolph arrived to visit old friends. Lyman couple arrives from Wieland after years away for a brief visit and Lyman works surveying along the border.
Woonsocket residents Mr. and Mrs. Wein hosted guests from Aberdeen at the Klaas home. Mrs. John Butwork returned from Warner after a week visiting relatives. Mrs. Godbran of Wagner visits her mother in the city. Several residents travel for fishing and visits, while Miss Muriel Lawson dies after a sudden illness in Wessington Springs.
Several soldiers have returned home in Belvidere for the week awaiting final physicals to decide if they will be drafted. Henry Holland left for Aberdeen to seek admission to the army quartermaster corps. Harvesting continues with good yields despite weather. Mrs. A L Ozman visits from Lead with Mrs. Deis. A L Seavel travels to Custer for hospital treatment. M Morgan goes to Clinton county Iowa for a visit. J P Welley and son A R head to Sioux City as AL 11 contemplates regaining entry into the regulars. The lake draws crowds this heat with beaches resembling a summer resort. Ray Ellis plans a dental practice transfer to Sioux Falls. A county firm secures big grain deals for the week.
Mrs J B Wilson and daughter Lil Han returned from Virgil Sunday. Miss Moai Bubb hosted the Girls Class Thursday evening. A luncheon followed. Wimulrvey and family visited Mint area. Joseph ovla was found dead in an open well. likely accident during windmill construction. Investigators unsure of exact cause.
Spencer Dr Lb. He Zeizler left Wednesday evening for Aberdeen to take the examination necessary before entering the medical reserve corps. Leavitt Tilley, a National Guard member, spent Sunday at home then returned to Brookings on Monday. George Atkinson near Spencer is remodeling his farm home. Lee Shele of Isabel, S. D., is here getting his threshing outfit ready. Spencer needs rain as the area received a shower Saturday evening that missed the city. Many Spencer residents attended drill at Mitchell last Sunday. A picnic supper was held for Spencer Troop E members at Tobin's park.
Wessington Springs residents travel to Missouri and Mitchell for family visits and military enlistment. Others journey to Alpena and Rossville while a farewell party marks Mr and Mrs Steere’s move to California. Miss Muriel Lawson dies from blood poisoning after a nail wound. funeral held with Rev Lanham officiating.
Mr. Vernon and Miss Bernice Lamb visited at Puk-Wana ranch while P. M. Bierce came from Wakonda to spend the day with friends. Wy. W. Black appointed special night watchman to patrol streets amid rumors of arson and a near accident at the city well where blasting rock caused injuries.
Parkston residents hosted and welcomed visitors from Scotland Yankton Mitchell Ames and Beaver Creek. Dr J T Wilson and family planned a Modale Iowa visit while Alfred Shaw returns from Ames after wireless study. The community shared news of military appointment for Dr J G Garney and local tennis fans from Armour witnessed Parkston players win 31 of 62 games.
On Saturday afternoon last week Mesdames Albert Pearson and Harry Porst hosted a linen shower at the community gathering space. Guests arrived with gifts and shared in the light refreshments and fellowship.
Mrs T W Turcotte and Mrs Henry Jordan confess love for each other and swap husbands, with both couples agreeing to divorce. The exchange leaves each couple with one of their own children and one step-child, as the two boys and two girls are split between families.
Former home held an afternoon for Miss Lilly Hoffman soon to wed. About twenty five guests enjoyed games music and singing and a two course meal. Miss Hattmar received many presents. Several local residents visited relatives and attended funerals and travel plans were noted including trips to Fennimore and Eureka. A storm caused property damage while grain elevators received fresh paint as town work continued.
Plankinton residents and visitors are listed with relatives and friends across several towns. Eva Ghilds of Sioux Falls visits her sister Fr. W. Gerhart. S. Dimock hosts Steichen family members. A G Weiser with baby from Granger IA visited J M Miller home. Wil Ferguson of Salt Lake City visits his parents. Heed and Eggleston families host in Doland and环. Ed House and Ruth House of Sumner IA are guests at Burnham Learn and Frank House. John Schehl from Springfield SD and Intermill from Webber KS tour Plankinton then proceed to Cavalier ND to visit relatives. Prof H S Lutes, Plankinton principal, has been drafted for military service and awaits training details.
Tripp area report notes the 49 year old son of Mr and Miss Maliltotty shot himself last Sunday near Tripp three miles east of town. Authorities cite fear of being drafted as motive. The piece mentions Hutchinson county fair preparations in Tripp and local officials aiming for a strong event.
Pukwana residents ship seven car logs of cattle from Wansas City on Monday. Mitchell visitors include Mr and Mrs Fred Wieler and Mrs L A Nelson hosts. Miss Vena Carlson spends Sunday at home in Chamberlain. Andrew Anderson of Sisetton arrives for a few days to visit his brother E Anderson. Mrs Nels Nelson of Mond and Mr and Mrs Dr Hall of Deene S D visit Mrs L A Nelson. Mrs Frank Weiss and daughters arrive from Champaign to visit Frank Weiss. Mr and Mrs John Skog of Mitchell visit relatives Mire and Mrs C B Anderson. Tom Taylor and family and Garl Jacobs visit Mitchell to see Lawrence Taylor. Orson Lake returns from Mitchell after a week as his wife recovers from an operation. Mrs Lake shows rapid improvement.
Presho residents hosted and traveled as several families spent time with relatives. Mrs. B W Howard of Plankinton visited her daughter Mrs Theos Bray while Mrs I E Mullen and Lois planned a visit to Gedar Rapids Ta. J M Newman and children returned from Minnesota. Mr and Mrs Hube left for a Chicago trip. J W Richardson of Cherokee visited Presto for business. Anna Johnson of Vivian visited local friends and Miss Anna Jost hosted the Socratic circle with a Five Hundred game and luncheon.
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