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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1899
Page
7
Weekly list from the Capital Mitchell Printing Co includes irregular item entries and notices. It presents a compact period voice with brief lines likely advertising services and local notices. The readable fragments point to a small business catalog or classified section.
The Nebraska regiment landed Monday morning and camped at the Presidio before muster out. Immense crowds cheered as veterans marched along Market Street with flags and cannons firing. Gen Shafter led an escort of artillery and a band while Utah Light Artillery followed bringing a mascot and wounded in wagons.
John W. Farwell confirms interest in a proposed consolidation by which promoters aim to round up 600000 cattle on the large ranches of Western Texas and Eastern New Mexico for breeding fattening and marketing Swift Co Chicago packers reportedly plan to invest about 1030000 in a similar venture with ties to Texas cattle interests.
In Cleveland Ohio a violent clash occurred as cars were stoned on the suburbs Sunday night. A mob on Hleet Street was dispersed by militia with fixed bayonets and several ringleaders were arrested. The boycott severely restricts purchases of essentials, especially in outlying districts, affecting the Big Consolidated Company’s customers.
Admiral Sampson filed a Supreme Court suit in Washington DC seeking prize money for himself and his men who destroyed Cervera's fleet, mirroring a recent action by Dewey. The case targets the official prize awards for naval actions in the destruction of the Spanish squadron.
A threshing machine engine exploded near Big Prairie White Cloud Michigan killing Charles Haight Alpha Haight Charles Crabtree George Overly Cecil Priest and Raymond Howe. Oscar Evans and George Haight were severely wounded.
An explosion of gas at Cox Bros & Co colliery near Derringer Der ringer, ten miles from Hazleton, Pa, killed Morris Stough of Weston and seriously injured six other men.
A landslide near Lackawaxen caused a westbound Chicago express to derail on the Erie line. Two crewmen were killed, twenty injured but non fatal, and a post wreck fire burned four engine cars and nine freight cars. A relief train with doctors aided injured passengers through the night.
Newport News reports thirty cases of yellow fever at the National Soldiers' Home in Hampton and three deaths on Sunday. Quarantines are imposed by Newport News, Hampton, and Old Point with no entry for outsiders. Four thousand veterans reside at the home as authorities verify the outbreak.
Thousands attended the funeral of Adolph L Luetgert the wife murderer who died in Joliet Penitentiary Prominent at the bier were Luetgerts three children near a floral pillow bearing Our fathers words I am innocent Lawrence Harmon former counsel said He is dead but his wife lives and urged Louisa Luetgert to come forward and clear the name of the father and his innocent children
Secretary Alger sent Otis assurances of full administration support after press criticism. McKinley’s public communications praised the General and troops in the field. In Guatemala laborers on the Northern Railway faced underpayment and insufficient food, as recounted by J. J. Noel in San Francisco.
The wedding of Crown Prince Danielo of Montenegro and the Duchess of Gutta was held July 29 in Cettinje with the bride’s mother and brother, the Montenegrin sovereigns, the Duchess of Mecklenburg Strelitz, Duke Frederick, and others in attendance. Four thousand postmasters will be invited to October building corner stone ceremonies in Chicago, extending to Illinois and parts of Iowa Indiana Wisconsin and Michigan.
Dewey with Capt. Lambertson Lieut. Grumby and Consul Boer toured imperial stables at Lapizza Sunday and returned aboard the Olympia. Reports also note a big corn crop outlook after rain across Southern Nebraska and Northern Kansas. The St Paul arrived from St Michael with 248 passengers many of whom are returning prospectors and gold has been brought ashore.
Chief Justice W I Chambers of Samoa arrives in San Francisco on four months' leave. He doubts he will return to Apia, notes Samoa’s quiet state, criticizes the tripartite treaty, and says the high commission will not guarantee enforcement of his decrees.
James O Connor, 22, confessed to taking part in the holdup and murder of Charles A Brant, a Wagner Electric Company stenographer. He claimed Edward Hellman and Harry Morris fired the fatal shots. Hellman and Morris are jailed in Jefferson City State Prison.
In Baltimore four men Cornelius Gardner John Myers Charles James and Joseph Bryan all Black were hanged on July 28 for separate crimes Gardner Myers and James convicted of attacking thirteen year old Annie Dailey and Bryan for murdering Mary Pack with whom he lived Their quarrels with Pack led to her throat being cut after she refused to return to him Officials report fire at Juliet Illinois destroys the Federal Steel plant fan room idling 2500 workers and delaying output.
Writ of habeas corpus denied in Deadwood in the Nebraska versus Grant Tod case. Tod’s attorneys gave notice of appeal to the Supreme Court. Tod released on $500 bonds with a ten day stay. Questions arise over irregular York Nebraska complaint and extradition papers alleged to be signed by Gov. Lee's secretary while Lee was away.
Governor Lee removed Henry Billion president of the South Dakota Undertakers Association after a July 21 Sioux Falls hearing on charges of partiality and improper conduct. The board’s examination questions were at issue amid accusations that Billion’s son offered them for sale. Billion denied examining papers or selling questions, and a successor had not yet been named.
John Ecklund of Lead is arrested on Rasmussen papers for the accidental killing of Rasmussen’s 18 year old son last winter. Ecklund, Homestake Company employee with a large family, shot at movement in a bush near Rasmussen’s home, causing the boy’s instant death. The coroner exonerated him. the case sparked ongoing misfortune for Ecklund and his family.
The General Land Office decides Wind Cave is not mineralized and neither party gains title. McDonald’s homestead entry is canceled for bad faith, and the cave should be taken by the Government and opened as a public resort. The decision will be appealed by both sides to the Interior Secretary.
Fred Brooks and James Finn, farmers in northwestern Codington County, were held in Cir cuit Court on election fraud charges. In District No. 28 a school election for clerk had two candidates, Brooks and Joseph Ronde. Teller James Finn announced 15 for Brooks and 6 for Ronde, sparking concerns as neighbors claimed to have voted for Ronde. Thirteen voters testified they voted for Ronde. Finn and Brooks waived examination.
Oscar E. Stuart of Chamberlain led the West Point entrance exam with 511 points across all branches and will report August 28. Emil Lawson of Mitchell placed second with 491 points and may serve as alternate if he accepts. A separate incident in Aber deen involved an insult to Minnie Bailey and a crowd near the post office. Chamberlain plans Harvest Carnival September 2 3 and 4 with a $1000 fundraising goal and races and games. A successful Hot Springs Teachers Institute drew about 150 teachers and the State Educational Association gathering for the Hills.
Secretary Ayres states South Dakota troops carried old Guard equipment to the front with only a few useless guns left. The Governor has applied to the War Department for new equipment for a State National Guard but has not obtained it.
Surveyor General Morris of Iuron reports a fire destroyed the Pettigrew camp on the Sioux Indian Reservation while he and his team were away. Pettigrew says field notes, memoranda, department instructions, one instrument, wagons, tents, camp gear, clothing, and supplies were all lost, causing severe damage.
Jonas Anderson a prosperous farmer of Kingsbury County died after a barbed wire fence snapped while he loosened it. The wire struck his wrist causing a deep gash that severed major arteries. He fainted from blood loss and died soon after, found by a neighbor.
A Lennox post office robbery last week wrecked the safe and caused about 75 dollars in damage. Authorities say an organized gang tied to multiple South Dakota post offices conducted the thefts. Only one dollar was stolen at Lennox. No arrests have been made.
C H Alloway of Deadwood reports a Sioux Falls Elks secretary letter stating a party from Sioux Falls will travel to Deadwood by special train on Monday Aug 7. They will be joined by Elks from Sioux City and Omaha to organize a Deadwood lodge. Rebekahs Prospering. Manna Cripp of Iroquois, president of State Rebekah Assembly, travels the state to boost lodge work and Odd Fellowship membership.
A death in Black Hawk Pennington County July 22 follows erysipelas spreading from the wife who died five days earlier. Four children lost a year ago. a four month old baby survives. Lieut Adams killed at Malolos prompt death benefit of 2000 from the war relief fund. Northwestern depot in Aberdeen burgled. no theft. Mrs Sarah Parguson dies near Elk Point after forty six days without nourishment.
cattle shipment from Pierre to St Paul July 26 two cars sent one car found ablaze twelve cattle burned after some were saved the burning car ditched barn and contents burned near Watertown lightning struck barn loss about 1200 dollars insurance 850 dollars
Reports from Okoboji and Sully County describe a severe storm on July 28 bringing heavy rain and damaging winds. Several farmers lost crops to hail and the Coleman ranch buildings were destroyed.
Judge Gaffey of Pierre sentences Percy Sutley of Parker to Reform School and releases Gaylord Thomas and George Ridgeway on suspended sentences based on their future conduct.
The USS Hancock bringing Nebraska and Utah units reached San Francisco late at night delaying planned royal reception and a dawn greeting. Quarantine and customs restrictions limited crowds, while Col. Mulford noted 62 deaths in the war and 204 lost to illness or wounds among the Nebraska regiment. The ship was later given a clean bill of health and landing postponed to Monday morning.
A book agent offers a glimpse of the Life of George Washington bound in full morocco as part of a display. The remark Fatpad-Money or your life introduces a comic or parodic angle in the exchange.
Four British and American homes in Paris operate largely on private subscriptions under the supervision of wealthy ladies who volunteer. The facilities provide affordable, supportive housing for young women pursuing studies in art, music, and other pursuits, with guidance and encouragement.
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