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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1904
Page
9
A 1904 date appears with subscription rates listing one year in advance at 81.00 and shorter terms, published under editor W. Downey. The item notes the paper is printed by Mitchell Printing Co. with CG. W. Downey as editor and subscription details for the Friday issue of August 12, 1904.
Republican slate lists Presidential Electors Henry Morris and others from Roberts and Lake areas, Congressmen Burke and Martin, Supreme Judges Carson Haney Fuller, Governor Elrad, Lieutenant Governor Moe Dougall, Secretary Wipf, State Treasurer Collins, State Auditor Halliday, Superintendent Nash, School Lands Bach, plus Fourth Judicial Circuit Judge Frank B. Smith from Mitchell.
Washington correspondent narrates a history of Judge Parker's telegram to the Democratic convention. After no clear stance on the money issue in the platform, Parker sought New York newspaper backing and Belmont urged a telegram. The move clarified his late declaration on the money question and reflected press influence on the race.
H E Roethe editor of the Fennimore Times toured South Dakota and included Mitchell in his route. He praised Mitchell in a post trip column noting the evening arrival as twilight gave way to darkness. Main Street cement walks and fine business blocks were seen along with the corn palace preparations for the annual exhibition with Sousa’s hand as the star attraction.
The article notes strong public sentiment to move the state capital from Pierre to Mitchell, arguing the change would boost Mitchell’s growth while Yankton remains older. It describes Mitchell as confident and bustling, with scenes of crowds and a street band near the Hotel Raymond as visitors weigh the issue ahead of the general election.
Canton leader Hon A J Kulns of Lynn township urged support for Mitchell as state capital arguing Pierre is distant and unfit. He noted Lincoln county residents oppose Pierre and question outsiders with Jets at Pierre from the 1990 campaign. Public mood shifts nationwide toward Mitchell for accessibility and practicality.
Redneld Press attacks the Pierre capital campaign, arguing the city and Hughes County are trapped by bonded debt. It notes bond readjustments at fifty cents on the dollar, doubts any bondholder would cash in, and accuses the Woon socket capital company of large vote influence. It also claims deeds of lots and tax schemes, with money used in Spink County at the polls, contending the capital decision was driven by outside influence rather than public judgment.
The article accuses Pierre of repeatedly “standing pat” to secure a $40,000 harbor appropriation and a $100,000 federal building contract, alleging fraud with land filings and a scheme that relied on bluff against wary farmers. It frames these actions as risky bets that could fail if challenged and calls out alleged misuse of the treasury.
Pierpont Signal criticizes Pierre papers for six weeks of persistent reporting about a supposed remark regarding lands west of Pierre. The editorial argues no one has spoken harmfully about the western half and urges a change in focus to avoid overstating impacts on land, climate, or soil west of the Missouri river.
The Mitchell Daily Republican observes twenty-one years since its publication began. The milestone highlights the newspaper’s long-running service to the community and its role in local reporting and public discourse.
The paper notes twenty-one years of operation in Mitchell, recalling ups and downs of early Dakota journalism. It credits steady growth, strong advertising support, and a circulation nearing the thousand mark, thanking the people and business community for loyal, legitimate patronage.
The piece argues that moving the capital to Mitchell would benefit the state by gaining immediate use of the city hall and 18 acres for a capitol site at no cost. It contends Pierre’s proposal is outmatched by Mitchell, which offers free building space and a centralized location for residents.
The passage argues the campaign avoids direct debate, pursuing a sympathy tactic while portraying removal as a business matter. It claims Pierre cannot counter this and mocks the appeal to prejudice and sympathy as ineffective.
President Donnelly of the union for butchers questions arbitration timing and criticizes delay in resolving the strike. He argues workers should continue until arbitration yields agreement, while critics warn of public inconvenience and costs from prolonged stoppage.
Olaf Eidem of Brookings resigns from the attorney general race after declining the nomination. He cites opposition to a Cleveland style candidate and the St. Louis Parker ticket. Eidem states he supported Bryan in two campaigns but shifted as democracy aligned with eastern Wall Street plutocracy. He favors President Roosevelt as better for the people and the West.
An old newspaper advertisement promises relief for itching piles with Deans Ointment priced at 50 cents, touting it as a reliable cure available at any drug store.
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