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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1888
Page
7
City and County baseball clash sparks town chatter
The City vs County baseball contest ends with Mitchell boys winning 27 to 9 after a tense game. Separate notes cover the newly formed Mitchell Base Ball association with officers J. J. Wells president and E. F. Winsor secretary, plus a Sioux Falls critique of Mitchell hotel accommodations and a territorial fair education exhibit plan led by Superintendent Bras. Also listed are post office uncalled letters and bids for winter coal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corny County
Mentzer
J. JS. Smith
Gilbert
O. O. Stanchfield
Collins
I. L. Bras
Hitchcock
J.C. McBride
Welch
J.N. Crow
Clyde
W. Abbey
Lewis
R.D. Prescott
Rogers
J. J. Sannett
Kimball
Chas. Torton
Davison
L. Levey
Mitchell Boys
Alexandria
J. J. Wells
Fred Kimball
Mitchell Base Ball Association
George Dennis
Messrs
Dunn
Sloan
E. £. Winsor
Ki. O. Davy
S. H. Scallin
White
Wheelock
Winsor
McMaster
Davy
Rew
Wells
Scallin
City Council Hires Engineering Firm for Sewage Plan
At a special Monday meeting the committee sewers ordered Loweth & Curtis of St. Paul to prepare sewerage plans. The board of education re-engaged Misses Pryne and Henges for the coming year. Sidewalks on Main Street from Champery’s corner to Burr’s property were ordered brought to grade. The repainting of the east.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loweth & Curtis, Civil Engineers
St. Paul
Board of Education
Convention settles committees and selects delegates
Delegates from Rome Badger Mitchell Beulah and others gather in a party convention called by Secretary Blanchard. After credentials and permanent organization the body votes to send seven delegates to Plankinton Dakota and names a Watertown panel. Balloting shifts favor Powell before all nominees are named and the convention adjourns after instructing both delegations to cast full town votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blanchard
Scott
Rome
Judge Edgerton
R. W. Wheelock
Silsby
G. L B. Kelsey
Blendon
J. A. Kipp
Badger
J. BR. Bramwell
Mt. Vernon
M. B. Scott
H. D. Wiard
Mitchell
B. Morse
Prosper
E. S. Johnston
Vernon
F. KI. Winsor
Beulah
G. A. Silsby
Preston
KE. S. Johnston
Plankinton
Dakota
Tor Pease
Lisbon
Union
Baker
Tobin
Powell—Sperry
Hitchcock
Owe
Pease
Powell
Dillon
Johnston
Wiard
Watertown
Geo. A. Johnston
A. M Bowdle
Yowell
James W. Ottman
Romell
C. Preston
James Leslie
Perry
Geo. B. Kelsey
Brendon
M. Daniels
N. E. Kratz
A. J. Edgerton
G. A. Johnston
T. J. Mentzer
HH. D. Wiard
David Cole
A. B. Kelsey
Neighborly Courtesy Over Mitchell Packing House Fire
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader laments the loss of Mitchell’s packing house while noting that the neighboring city will gain access to additional meat supply. It argues Sioux Falls should not rush to profit from Mitchell’s misfortune, as the firm and conditions behind the venture remain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
California Fig Syrup Company Claim Card
Syrup of Figs is described as nature's laxative and the easiest, most effective remedy to cleanse the system for bilious or constipated conditions. It is said to relieve headaches fevers and other ailments and to cure habitual constipation and indigestion. Manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Company in San Francisco and sold by M. Scallin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Company
San Francisco
Cal
Il. Scallin
Head Cutler suit seeks return of property and rents
A Fergus Falls district court suit filed Sunday involves nearly 300000 dollars. Plaintiffs Sophia Head Jonathan Head and Charles D Wright as administrators seek to invalidate deeds from George Head to Morris D Cutler and James J Cutler and have the property transferred back to the Heads. The case names Morris D Cutler of Waukesha Wisconsin and James J Cutler of Osage Iowa with James B Butler of Battle Lake serving. The action asks for an oath accounting of rents and sales and the appointment of a receiver with hearing set for August 25 before Judge Searle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pioneer Press
Fergus Falls
District Court
Sophia Head
Jonathan Head
Charles D. Wright
George Head
Morris D. Cutler
Waukesha
Wisconsin
James J3. Cutler
Osage
Iowa
King- Remington
Minneapolis
George Ilead
Cutler
Head
Bermuda Islands
James St. Cutler
Ilead
Searle
James B. Butler
Battle Lake
Head- Cutler
Rochester
Minn
Sophie Head
Nelson
Wis
James J. Cutler
Jonathan Leach
N. C. Green
Mitchell
Green
8. L. Whitney
Baker Brothers
Mr. Head
Davis, Kellogg & Severance
St. Paul
Judge Edgerton
Dakota Heirs
Destructive Mitchell Packing House Fire Strikes Local Firm
Mitchell endures a second major fire this year at the Joseph Roster packing house in the southeast part of town. The blaze started after cartridges ignited, destroying the main building and stock valued up to about 3,000. Roster and workers escaped, and rebuilding is anticipated with community support and insured coverage detailed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. N. Smith
Mitchell
Joseph Roster
Round House
Roster
Russell
Young Milham
Rogers and Scott Agency
Pennsylvania
Baglana
Philadelphia
Union
Connecticut
Weirs Lynch Concert Benefits Mrs Lynch
The benefit concert for Mrs. M. B. Lynch drew a large audience on Thursday evening and offered rare musical enjoyment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weirs
Lynch
M. B. Lynch
Powell man chosen by Davison county in Dakota legislature
A report describes the split yet cordial attitudes within the Powell and Vease circles over pledges and candidacies. D. M. Powell, Republican pick for the next Dakota legislature from Davison county, is noted as a New York native who moved to Blendon township in 1884 and built one of the county’s finest farms. A Pittsburgh visitor recounts trying St Jacobs Oil after a hip sprain and praising its quick relief, noting his prior skepticism toward patent medicines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Vease
Powell
Johnston Brothers
Idd
George
Watertown
Mitchell
Davison County
South Dakota
D. M. Powell
New York State
Dakota
Mt. Vernon
Blendon Township
J. P. Hannaman
Pittsburgh
Salem
Ohio
St. Jacobs Oil
C M and St P Railway Excursions Sales Notice
C M and St P Railway announces 30 day round trip tickets August 21 and September 11 25 and October 9 23 to Minneapolis St Paul Sault Ste Marie Northern Pacific St Paul Minneapolis Manitoba and other routes via Omaha to Helena and Butte Montana and to Nebraska Kansas Eastern California Tennessee Mississippi Louisiana Arkansas Texas and Indian Territory with stopovers west of St Paul or Missouri River. Also 60 day Los Angeles excursion August 15 to September 15 return with stopovers for 68 37. H H McMaster Agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis St. Paul & Sault Ste Marie
Northern Pacific Railway
St. Paul
Minneapolis & Manitoba Railway
Helena
Butte
Montana
Omaha
Nebraska
Kansas
California
Missouri
Tennessee
Mississippi
Louisiana
Arkansas
Texas
Indian Territory
Missouri River
Los Angeles
H. H. McMastrer
Mitchell City Council Orders Sidewalk Grade Change
The Mitchell city council votes to adjust the west sidewalk on Main Street in front of lots 8 through 12, block 8, to the established street grade. Owners must modify their sidewalks or city will, with costs assessed to each lot. Sidewalks for lots 11 and 12 will be lowered. 8, 9, and 10 raised to conform. Attest J F Kimball Clerk T F Mentzer Mayor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of Mitchell
Main Street
J. F. Kimball
Good Loans Opportunities for Short Term Loans
We offer loans from 100 to 500 dollars with good security. Parties seeking six month or one year loans can benefit by contacting Rocens & Scorn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocens & Scorn
Strayed Mare Report From Emsiey Post Office
A dark brown mare aged 12 with a white facial spot, saddled and bridled, was lost Sunday evening July 29 near Emsiey post office. A liberal reward for information leading to recovery. G. W. Pine, Mr. Vernon. Also ads offering loans on city property and low interest on brick or stone business blocks by Bavinan Pras. & Seaman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emsiey
G. W. Pine
Vernon
Bavinan Pras
Seaman
Castoria Ad Campaign Echoes Through Generations
A nostalgic line from an old Castoria advertisement traces the product’s reach from infancy to motherhood. The slogan connects care for babies to later stages of life, implying continued trust in Castoria for children and families.
Campaign Commander Senator Quay as Republican Campaign Leader
The piece profiles Matthew Stanley Quay born 1833 at Dillsburg York County as the Republican national committee selects him to head campaign work. It notes his Scotch Irish lineage, early Bible and tin sword moment, long political service, and belief in party self control, arguing his experience and executive ability will drive a November victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican National Committee
Chicago
Matthew Stanley Quay
Pennsylvania
Senator Quay
United States Senate
Quay
Cameron
William Wilkins
George Mifflin Dallas
Matthew Stanley
Brandywine Manor
Chester County
Joseph Quay
Charlestown
Ascenath Anderson
Patrick Anderson
Charlestown Township
Ascenath
Isaac Anderson
Congress
Anderson Beaton Quay
Ann Beaton
Col
John Beaton
Anderson B. Quay
Tie
Susquehanna River
Dillsburg
Scott
Young Quay
Beaver
Hnd
Col. Quay
Andrew G. Curtin
Bossism
Grant
Plealdonttt Quay
Tag Xesilp
United States
Charles S. Wolfe
Gen. Beaver
Gen
Washington
Wolfe
Jerome B. Niles
Polteich
Republian
A Condensed Double Biography of Harrison and Cleveland
The Boston Traveller contrasts Benjamin Harrison and Grover Cleveland as similar in age and background but diverging in choices. Harrison married in Indianapolis, served as supreme court reporter, taught young lawyers, and served in the war after volunteering. Cleveland stayed in Buffalo as a bachelor, worked in law, was Erie County sheriff, drafted a substitute, and pursued self interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Harrison
Grover Cleveland
Harrison
Jim
Indianapolis
Cleveland
Buffao
Supreme Court of Indiana
Erie County
Buffalo
Boston Traveller
Umbrellas as Marks of Imperial Honor Across Civilizations
The sunshade served as a symbol of high status from Persepolis to Nineveh with rulers alone allowed to bear or be carried by umbrellas. In Babylon, Nineveh, and Mexico, emblems of authority appeared in royal processions. Even early 20th century Hindustan officials restricted umbrella use to the ruler, underscoring its regal monopoly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Persepolis
Babylon
Nineveh
Hindustan
Mustrated Magazine
War history and party blame in the 19th century debate
In a St Louis Globe Democrat piece, Republicans defend the Union victory and urge memory of the Civil War against Democratic efforts to downplay it. The column argues Gen Harrison highlights Union sacrifice and that the Confederate surrender must be respected. Also notes notes on Frederick diary custody and a Montreal defalcation case involving Benjamin Mc Pherson & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Harrison
Tio
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
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A. M
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Theorthwestern Line
Ito
A. Burpier
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Alpena Journal
Jerauld
Kell
Geo, P, Dix & Daughter
Mitchell Dental
Alex. Mitchell
Champeny
Dr. X
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Tay
A. O. Johnson
Territorial Board of Agriculture
Monrose
Dak
Sioux Walls
Bras
Ile
Sue Locke
Kate Althen
Georgie Burke
May Skinner
W. L. Wallis
Helene Gleason
Dora Edgington
Jennie Tharader
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Edward Ward
Jessie Stanchfield
Addie Millard
Mable Sayles
Margaret Hughs
Leslie Pine
Mary 45
Wright
Daisie Angell
Ella Moore
O. E. Browne
Bertha Smith
Rose Gardner
Annie Hazleton
Kate Blackman
Alice McConkey
Mitchell Post Office
Buss
Chas Abbie
Committee On
City Business
Dakota Fire and Marine
Oou
Total
A. B.mager Agency
T. F. Mentzer
Castoria
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