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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1901
Page
7
The article analyzes an old tax cut and its impact on July revenue. It notes an apparent monthly surplus instead of a loss, with $52.3 million in receipts versus $349.9 million last year, and forecasts further shifts in August. It also highlights a state militia encampment and rising interest in military matters.
The steel strike shows less unanimity than expected as many plant laborers refuse to leave work and continue earning their bread. This marks an unusual failure of the sympathetic action that usually supports such large-scale labor actions.
The Daily Republican marks its nineteenth year, noting it is the oldest daily in the state outside Sioux Falls. Advertising has driven a six page format, with strong merchant support and rising circulation. Management thanks subscribers and advertisers and pledges continued improvement.
Advert mentions high living and intemperance causing Brights disease and promotes Foley's Kidney Cure to prevent Brights disease and kidney or bladder disorders if taken in time. S H Scullin endorses the product.
Iroquois Chief reports a Dowie linked case in a southwest family where a daughter in poor health is refused medical care due to faith. The father killed seven hogs after a message from Dowie claiming the hogs would heal the daughter, but her condition worsened. The follower blames the missing hog sale for the lack of improvement.
Dr. C. A. Bower has upgraded his office with a modern dry cell battery system to perform varied electrical work. The device includes throat, nose and ear illuminators for precise examination, plus electric cautery, snare, and needle tools for removing growths warts and hair. Currents are fully controllable, making this a highly complete medical machine.
About 35 members of Company D left the armory for Camp Sheldon in an encampment at Huron. They will drill hard yet seek enjoyment, with Huronians providing meals while the regiment supplies utensils. The unit plans to return Monday noon via Milwaukee Road and Captain Coursey will send daily letters to The Republican.
Rev A A Power of Emporia Kansas reports using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to cure severe bilious colic. He cites a neighbor who failed with doctors then was cured after taking one dose and a second if needed. For sale by all druggists.
Sheriff Bob Huston faced an Indian murderer named Red Ears in jail. He allowed outdoor work with a promise of return, but Red Ears escaped three weeks ago and may flee among other Indians. The sheriff vows no future favors and insists convicts die in jail.
Mrs. Luella A. Ramsey state WCTU president calls South Dakota unions to attend the Watertown convention from Sept 27 to 30 1901 with executive committee meetings Sept 26. She urges dues pledges and delegates, mentions Belle Kearney and Clara Parrish as speakers, and stresses prayer Sept 12 and single minded white ribbon support.
The Deering Ideal Corn Binder is praised as far superior to rivals. It moves for long or short corn, uses enclosed gearing, a lowered seat, wider space between binder and wheel, and a reliable bundle carrier. The three horse evener and knotter are highlighted for consistent binding.
A traveling act from The Great Eastern Show arrives in Mitchell on Saturday August 24. The troupe features top skilled performers praised for their evolving feats. See the show and witness acts hailed as impossible years ago.
An old advertisement promises Dr Hobbs asparagus pills cure all kidney ills. It offers a free sample and directs readers to Sterling Remedy Co in Chicago or North.
An advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach disorders and digestive issues. It cites a testimonial from Mrs. Julia BE Deal of Ostwalt North Carolina who reports relief after four bottles and a vial of Dr. Pierce's Pellets, claiming renewed appetite and health.
C P Christianson charged Roy Yahne with assault and battery after a Sunday quarrel at Christianson's home. Yahne struck at Christianson in self defense according to testimony. jury found Yahne guilty but recommended leniency. Judge McKinley imposed a $5 fine plus costs.
Madison Leader reports Prof Hansen of Brookings college experiment station works on hard cherry varieties for South Dakota. He blends European Asian imports with native Dakota cherries, noting sand cherry improvements near the Missouri River west of the state. Second generation plants show fruit over .75 inch. strawberries from crossbreeding wild and tame raspberry stock are also yielding. Prof Hansen surveys Missouri River country near Pierre to collect wild fruits for the state fair and identify new varieties.
Advert says Dean's Ointment cures itching piles with no failure, priced at 50 cents and sold at any drug store.
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