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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1894
Page
12
The Mitchell Capital lists subscription options and advertising rates, noting free obituaries and wedding presents, with notices and correspondence details. The page then prints a scathing 1894 editorial criticizing Populist and Democratic leaders, comparing currency and wage claims, and attacking partisan rhetoric with a lengthy set of figures and rebukes.
The Argus Leader credits Mr. Pickler for refusing to run the party machine. He avoids dictating all appointments and nominations, choosing to secure support for himself instead. This independence is cited as the source of his strength.
The Pierre item notes the state board of equalization imposing a general levy of 2 mills and other charges totaling 40 mills on corporations. The piece argues this heavy corporate levy aims to generate political capital amid hostile sentiment toward corporations and warns against reform pretenses. It advocates fair play, calling a straightforward honest course a winning Republican platform.
The Argus Leader condemns recent Democratic laws and argues that reforms should start with educating individuals. It opposes mass voting on every law and warns that changing the lawmaking method without changing citizen character worsens governance.
The Hon. William L. Wilson denounces income tax tariff as it nears passage, arguing the American people's right to end class distinction surpasses any protected interest. He warns against entrenched privilege and emphasizes equal standing for citizens as the bill moves forward.
At Evanston during military maneuvers a shrapnel caisson from Captain Grimes Battery A Second artillery exploded, throwing three cannoneers and rending the rear chest cover. No deaths reported. Nearby at Madison Lake a stabbing left Albert Southwick badly cut near the heart after a late night camp visit.
Iroad Shops in Demouqvue start up with full force as Milwaukee workers return to a 10 hour day. The city's shop staff reaches a 2 year peak, restoring former production levels.
Aldace F. Walker cabled the Atchison organization that he will accept the receivership of the Atchison system. He is in Paris and will arrive in New York on September 2 and will qualify immediately upon arrival.
The piece envisions Champeny Bros. thriving in 2000 with vast stock and 18,000 customers in 1894, predicting women owners and workers, branded goods, and conservative competition under liberal prices. It argues future trade will be efficient and govt standards will curb deceitful pricing.
The Thirteenth annual encampment of the Order of Sons of Veterans in Davenport Ia opens with 300 delegates at 10 am. Reports from Commander-in-Chief Joseph B. MacCabe and Quartermaster General Rudolph Lobenstein show the order in good condition with 2705.11 dollars in the treasury. Afternoon sessions cover reports from officers noting financial improvement but declining membership. An evening moonlight Mississippi excursion completes the day.
In Georgetown Scott County Kentucky on August 22 Colonel W C P Breckinridge spoke at the court room with about 600 attendees. He appealed for mercy confessing his sins and asking his people to accept him while his remarks about former Vice President Richard M Johnson drew a chilly response amid the re election fight against Hon W C Owens.
The New York fast express on the Vandalia route from New York to St. Louis derailed two miles west of Pocahontas Illinois at 45 miles an hour. The engine three mail and one baggage car left the tracks and overturned while two coaches and the parlor car stayed on track. Engineer Menafee Fireman Dickinson and four postal clerks suffered injuries though no fatalities occurred among other trainmen or passengers.
The House of Lords passed the equalization of London rates bill. Congress members and officials in Washington report on political shifts and a pending timetable for congressional business.
Alix trotted a mile in 2:06 1/4 at Washington Park, beating Nancy Hanks’ track record by 1/4 second and nearing the world mark. The run occurred in cool, breezy conditions with track slow and rain needed. McDowell trained Alix as she posted quarters of 31 1/4 and 1:03 1/4, finishing strong in 2:05 flat.
About 300 prominent Masons from all states, representing 2 000 chapters and 150 000 members, attend the 29th triennial convention of the general grand chapter of the Royal Arch Masons of America in Topeka Kansas. Delegates enjoyed a civic ride and a Grand Opera House reception before the sessions opened at 1 p.m.
The largest brewery in Iowa is planned by the Dubuque Malting company in Dubuque. The old shooting park site of nearly seven acres will host a six story brewery covering 800 feet square with an estimated cost of 285000 dollars and a capacity of 150000 barrels yearly. Delayed proceedings in Chicago concern a quo warranto case on the Pullman company charter due to the attorney general’s absence.
Readers are invited to order the Pansy Cottage plans by Mitchell Printing Co for 50 cents with a certificate clipped from the paper. The plans include scale drawings interior and exterior views, floor plans, elevations, detail sheets, with complete specifications and material lists. James Hannerty supervises the project and construction teams can save over 25 dollars versus an architect’s fee.
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