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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1891
Page
9
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A South Dakotan notes the Fargo Argus advocates Judge Gif ford for Congress in a raise of a political maneuver echoing Major Edward's style. The oddity is highlighted amid past political tactics observed in 1541 Friday discourse.
The Republicans rally with renewed vigor in Kansas and across the country while opponents push a third party movement aimed at disrupting the GOP in northern states. The piece frames the year as favorable to Republicans despite challenges from rivals and claims southern origins for a divisive scheme.
The third party movement in Ohio challenges Democratic plans, showing greater strength in Bourbon than in Republican areas. The effort to import Southern Alliance speakers aims to keep farmers loyal to Republicans. The Madison Leader notes a report that the Sioux Falls Daily Press has been sold, with Perry Heath expected to replace B. W. Caldwell as editor.
The passage contrasts coal barons and cotton raisers, arguing output restriction to curb price drops is condemned for coal but deemed justifiable for cotton. It notes public anger and legislative calls for relief from monopolies, yet treats Southern Alliance actions as different and protective of cotton farmers.
One Independent organ accuses Republicans of dodging a fair clash on Cincinnati platform issues and seeking a bluster filled fusion with Democrats. It argues that such a plan would mirror last fall’s square up and up campaign, aided by Independents, including a Davison county style fight.
The piece notes third party chatter that Republicans dread the cost and outcome of a special congressional election. It argues Republicans regret the loss of a strong leader and prefer not to repeat last campaign efforts, but with a wise nomination can triumph this fall and be ready for 1892. It predicts opponents must defend last winter’s legislative record and face renewed campaigning.
The piece mourns Congressman-elect Gamble while urging the South Dakota Republican Party to unite after his untimely death. It argues that a harmonious, broad-based approach is essential to replace the vacancy, avoid personal factionalism, and secure future party success across counties. It advocates burying animosities and pursuing united, fair action to strengthen the GOP nationally.
The Blaine boom appears capable without tying to denigrating remarks about President Harrison. It is broadly admitted that neither Blaine nor Harrison can secure nomination if the other turns hostile.
North Dakota Senator Hansbrough argues Gen Harden could be the fusion candidate for congress. He says the Harden camp will push Republicans to work hard as Alliance men and Democrats may unite. He notes Harden’s heavily mortgaged farm could bolster support.
A Washington dispatch to the Cleveland Leader argues Congressman Pickler of South Dakota is a blend of Republican and Farmers' Alliance. It says his re election stemmed from pro prohibition votes and that the sub treasury plan was not a campaign pledge. The note rejects the claim that the treasury scheme boosted a Republican showing.
The piece argues independent and third party leaders push the idea of a dramatic national clash to rally their bases and attract attention. It notes editors and organ writers inflating threats to undermine Republicans, while calculating that last fall’s GOP deficit of about 7,500 votes in congressional contests forms the basis for potential fusion gains for a candidate like Taylor amid party dynamics.
The piece analyzes a three way contest with Independents needing county by county gains to counter Gamble’s statewide lead. It cites last fall’s results showing Republicans carried 34 of 4 counties with margins from 300 to 1,400 and notes Independents must average 100 votes per county to overcome the nearly ten thousand Gamble total.
Washington authorities delayed endorsing the hold-wheat circular but its impact amid Europe’s short supply pushed prices higher. The bureau, initially uncertain, later described the circular as information to farmers. Senator Paddock predicts wheat may reach $1 a bushel in the Dakotas and Nebraska. He urges farmers to avoid flurries.
Members of the South Dakota Press association will wear a metal badge sourced from state mines comprising gold, silver, and tin. The quip asks if a touch of lead and brass would be acceptable, reflecting a lighthearted regional joke.
Representatives of railroad telegraph and express firms gather in Pierre to contest a recent assessment by the board of equalization. The St Paul and Northwestern system faces about $100000 in taxes this year under the current rate.
Several independent papers led by respected editors oppose fusion yet express strong belief that both parties will unite behind Judge Tripp and secure his election. The tone reflects anxious yet hopeful anticipation of congressional honors tied to Tripp’s candidacy.
The Mitchell Capital announces circulation of crop reports for tomorrow with another installment from the crop region. They urge readers to send copies to eastern friends and homeseekers may visit between this and next spring as part of missionary work. Publishers offer the periodical at actual cost for this purpose.
Through Superintendent H L Bras Mitchell completes a notable institute run from Aug 3 to Aug 20 with Prof L A Stout and instructors Friars and Cross guiding 73 enrolled students. Forty to fifty then sat the exam on Aug 21 as attendees praised punctuality and dedication. The piece emphasizes county harmony in education.
Neighborhood news from Pleasant Ridge covers a prairie fire warning near Wright school house, WCTU meeting at Carlota Moyer’s on August 2, missionary gathering September 13 at Wright school house, and a surprise August 15 1891 wedding of A J Annis and Amanda Nearhood. Also notes on local visits, haying delays, Temperance lectures, elevator works, school institute reports, and a September 2 Methodist church temperance program with supper by the Toadies Aid society.
Grain stacking is nearly finished and threshing has begun in good shape. Fred Moses starts artesian well work near Emsley. Mr Shepherd of Mitchell harvests wheat and oats near Emsley. The Capital newspaper is praised as essential at one dollar per year. Young Folks Endeavor met at Mrs May’s with strong turnout. Lisbon township corn looks good with potential yields up to 60 bushels per acre if frost stays away. Local real estate activity and a land sale near 31-105-59 involving A B Rowley is noted.
A mixed Mitchell region item highlights frost damage to corn on the 21st and 23rd, with vines killed and crop prospects debated. It mentions threshing sales, farm yields for wheat and oats, local sermons, a Demorest medal contest to be announced, and various ads for goods and services, plus public notices from the Board of County Commissioners and endorsements for Ely’s Cream Balm and Brandreth's Pills.
Bishop Hare spoke to a crowded St Marys Monday noting his six month absence in Japan. He described travel through 5,000 miles by land and 10,000 by sea, confirmed 251 souls, ordained 5 clergymen, and reflected on cross racial sympathy. Ten Misses Evelyn Savage, Sadie Bull, Nellie Bull were confirmed. An informal rectory reception followed with refreshments.
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