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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1917
Page
2
Mitchell brief notices report travelers and residents heading to Fort Snelling Washington and other destinations. Several sports and social items note games, visits, camp training, and community events with multiple local names and dates.
Miss Irma Foster daughter of Mr and Mrs Geo Foster married Paul B Ash of Faith South Dakota today at 12 noon in the Foster home. Reverend Wesleyan officiated the simple ceremony attended by close relatives only. The bride wore white georgette crepe and a wedding breakfast followed for out of town guests. Miss Foster is a popular Mitchell graduate from both the local high school and Dakota Wesleyan normal department.
Rev. RB Holsaple, longtime South Dakota Anti Saloon League superintendent, may become Iowa Days superintendent. No action until Mitchell board meeting Monday. if accepted, directors vote on his resignation from South Dakota post. He is credited with strong prohibition work and lobbying in Washington.
City engineers aided by prospectors and chemists report minimal success in securing a permanent water supply for Mitchell. Drilled test wells show sand and gravel beds insufficient for reliable flow, with only pockets yielding limited water. Prospective sources include the river sandstone, upper sandstone, or James River area four miles east, but tests and samples indicate ongoing scarcity and contamination concerns.
Sioux Falls reports soldiers and sailors from South Dakota in French service receive the Croix de Guerre for bravery. William B Gemmill of Canton, stationed with American Sanitary section 65 near Paris, describes front-line rest and heavy losses in July 44. He details shrapnel hits, a wounded 17 year old prisoner, and front-line conditions. Spencer’s Charles Slattery arrives in France. other letters express eagerness to reach the front and train in Dayton aviation schools.
The article argues private wells tapping the upper sandstone provide the best water source for the city. It notes wells in the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad area yield up to 33 gallons per minute, with the city contemplating drilling near the James River bottoms and near the waterworks. An air lift pump and a temporary elevated tank could deliver water to the reservoir at minimal expense beyond casing and construction.
The article proclaims electric traction transforming 440 miles of the Chicago Milwaukee St. Paul Railway across mountain belts from the Belt to the Bitter Roots. Electric power replaces steam. electrification expands to 244 miles of mainline through Washington Cascade range. Trains The Olympian and The Columbian offer riders modern electric travel.
Armour sent its sheriff and telegrams as Rathstone, a traveling salesman, faced court in Armour after allegedly stealing a speedometer and other items. He was captured Saturday evening in Mitchell with loot in hand and jailed before transfer to Davil County sheriff.
Plankinton defeated Mitchell 13 runs to open the game with Mil ler Steele and Barnhart pairing as battery. Mitchell, led by Roy Caylor, struggled in gusty winds as local fielders chased long drives and Pederson of Company F filled backstop duties.
The Mitchell Chamber of Commerce launches an active membership drive, highlighting Mason City’s success. Floyd Douglass reports Mason City Chamber closed a 700-member, $20 yearly plan, generating about $15,000 annually. Solicitors secured all in eight hours with 75 business men participating.
Bridgewater South Dakota August 25 The local board of education was advised that Professor Chano who accepted the superintendency of Bridgewater public schools for the coming year has been drawn in the selective draft and will shoulder a gun in defense of the country. It is feared securing a new head for the schools will be difficult as competent educators are scarce.
Bonds for construction of new school buildings in Rome Union and Baker townships have been purchased. By the 49418 school year School No. 36 in Rome will cost 2000, Nos. 9 and 29 in Union 2500 each, and three Baker buildings Nos. 410 39 40 will cost 2000 each. Buildings will be larger than the red school house with modern heat plants in basements and improved school supplies purchased by township boards.
Salem W C T U holds its annual meeting electing President Mrs J V Murphy Vice President Mrs De Fourest Recording Secretary Mrs De Fourest Corresponding Secretary Chas Miller and others were named to posts for the coming year.
The Mitchell guards lost to White Lake 6 to 2 at Whites Lake on Sunday afternoon after sixth inning errors. Troop H fell 2 to 1 in a Spencer tilt as Spehrertédin recorded the lone score for the cavalry. Sorenson and Marktach starred for White Lake with six hits on the day.
Sioux Falls S D Aug 23 Ray Branson of Mitchell remains a favorite as the state wolf golf tournament reaches the semi finals Branson faces J T W Gardner of Huron while Mi Straight of Pierre plays G Miller of Aberdeen for a place in the 86 hole final. The Mitchell club may host the 1918 state meet with invitations to other clubs.
Funeral services for Charles Scheurenbrand who died Friday August 24 were held Sunday at the German Lutheran Church with Rev G A Troemer officiating. Interment followed at Graveland Cemetery. Hundreds attended as church rites preceded a floral tribute to a respected contractor. He was born December 3 1890 in Mitchell and worked for Scheurenbrand and Sons Construction. He is survived by his wife Leona Lemkl, a sister and four brothers.
Soldier Forrest Bulls of Company Fy marries Miss Blanche Reasnor Wis of Loomis before a southern training camp deployment. The ceremony at the Baptist parsonage unites Bulls and Wis as he prepares to leave for France with his unit.
Washington August 28 The wheat fair price committee met all afternoon to determine the price to be fixed for the 1917 crop and indications were that a statement would be made this evening.
A reception in the basement of the Christian church bid farewell to Rev and Mrs. A Burr as they depart the community. The same event welcomed Rev and Mrs. Robert Moore who will take over as pastor. The Odd Fellows also hosted a farewell for Rev A Burr.
The Red Grass headquarters buzzes as women knit gowns and convalescent robes for a September charity drive. Bridgeties group met at Mrs. Lockwood’s home for a luncheon and a low-high score fish game series with guests including Mrs. Bing ham and Mrs. Pratt. Mr. and Mrs. Smock plan to move to Mitchell after nine years in Chamberlain. Mrs. Smock, a singer, will be missed. Edith Palmer returns from Plaxton with improved health and plans to reopen her millinery shop for fall.
Mrs Will Barnhart hosted two card tables on Friday for Mrs Bertha Musson visiting Salem relatives. Lowell Schmidt celebrated his sixth birthday with eight guests and treats. A musical evening at Mrs B H Wilson's featured Maurice Withey and Leverne Wilson in honor of a birthday. Mrs J V Murphy led the W C G T U meeting with officers elected and the September program set.
Mr and Mrs L E Smith and Stanley joined by Mr and Mrs Join Snart, Mr and Mrs Robinson and Alvin for Sunday dinner at the M S Cowman home. About twenty five Eastern Star members honored Mr and Mrs CJ Webb with a Tuesday evening gathering at I Le Coram home, featuring games, visiting, refreshments and a gift of six silver fruit knives.
Mrs J S Lats Wool entertained Friday evening in honor of her daughter Miss Alice's RO birthday. It was also the 18th birthday anniversary of guest Frank Bartlett. Eight guests joined the dinner with pink sweet peas and blue birds as color accents.
Mrs Bow and Wight entertained the Presho ladies last Thursday. Mesdames Davis Graden and Jones hosted the Methodist Ladies Aid Wednesday afternoon. Mrs Roberts welcomed guests, with refreshments and a group photo taken to纪 capture the social gathering.
Miss Myrtle Bramberg, at a dinner hosted by herself and mother, announced an approaching marriage to Mr. Blake Patton of Sioux City. The event, described in party speeches, outlined plans for further entertainments this week.
Fragmentary notice reports a marriage ceremony at a home with attendees including Mrs Pareley and Blake Patton. It mentions a noon Wednesday event and a train to Yellowstone Park, with plans to reside in Woons.
Local item reports Mrs Claude Thon and Mrs Thomas sister visiting in Milo and weekly club activities in Mitchell. Mentions barleys and wheat yields, threshing meetings, and social visits by residents including Violet Kinney and Ruth Bates, with planned meetings and guest arrivals noted.
Wednesday reports show Dr. P B Johnson announcing a horse owned by Mrs Currier was killed after an illness. Mrs Miller of Gann Valley visits daughter Mrs Vadrips. Miss Anna Dwyer leaves L A Pier home for Myndath. Mrs Rose Glahart departs for Whit Lake. Seven carload bed sets destined for Sioux City. Buffaloberries and wild plums abundant along rivers. A ChrIstic society member travels to Colern Town. Charles Hibbard and family plan to move to Albany Georgia. Reeves visits Yankton relatives. Lee Shookhand plans farm arrangements near Geddes. J K Bundy and family at home in Lyons Nebraska following purchase north of Whith church area.
Fragmented obituary notes detail a death linked to GraceLand and a survivor list including a wife, two daughters in Mitchell and Minneapolis, and two sisters in Humboldt. The text references a freight office event and a July 9 or 103 date, with scattered mentions of guardians, an order, and various towns and people.
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