INTERESTING NEWS FROM VERNON AND SURROUNDINGS
From Vernon and nearby locales a flurry of travel and visits unfolds. L D Rolph of Oakland Nebraska arrives with horse and buggy to look after his farm while C Bette H H Garey Mrs E O McEwen and others return from Mitchell Chicago and Black Earth Wisconsin. A piano recital by Ralph L Huyck of Mitchell charms the M E Church audience as townsfolk join a watermelon party at Clyde Bobb’s. Wedding bells ring at the bride’s parents home with Bessie Fisher and Marion Dowdell uniting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. O. McEwen
Mitchell
EH. O. McEwen
Lulu Madox
Jessie
Lizzie Samuels
Chicago
Ift
Will Owens
Ralph L. Huyck
M.E
God Ekill
Clyde Bobb
F. Hatch
C. W.hatch
Colby & Diehl Mesiames
Jas. Haynes
E.O. McEwen
Enma Haynes
Geo. Johnston
Farwell
A. Williamson
Mr. Browne
Corning
Ayers
Washburn
Jas Conrad
Lyle Washburn
Elmer Smith
M. J. Strong
Ohio
McKeel
Iowa
Willie Gilbert
Charles City
Misa Bessie Fisher
Marion Dowdell
Advertised Letters in Mitchell Post Office List
A weekly notice lists uncalled letters at Mitchell post office as of August 29 1900. Butterfield O M Donahue Miss Maggie Fletcher B F Hayden H Heidelberg Mra M L Jones Fred Neileon C J Seifert A V Weinberg M L When calling please say advertised and if uncalled within two weeks they will be forwarded to the dead letter office. H C Clark P M
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Butterfield
O. M. Donahue
Maggie Fletcher
B. F. Hayden
H. Heidelberg
Mra
Beating the Colored Brethren in South Dakota Games
The colored baseball team touring South Dakota faced defeats in Sioux Falls Flandreau and Madison. The Canaries edged them 2 to 1, and the Flandreaus won 5 to 1 after taking the first 2 to 1 contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Sioux Falls
Flandreau
Madison
Canaries
Flandreaus
Roosevelt Visit Promises Grand Mitchell Reception
Mitchell Republicans plan a grand reception for Governor Theodore Roosevelt on September 12. A Rough Rider club is forming countywide and will march in the parade. Citizens are urged to arrange to attend in Mitchell and hear the next vice president of the United States.
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Mitchell
Roosevelt
United States
Roosevelt visit sparks Mitchell rough rider club formation
The city and county prepare for Governor Roosevelt’s Sept. 12 visit with a new rough rider club organized by ward committees formed at J. E. Wells office. Members plan to ride in the parade, with saddle, horse, hat and shirt, and clubs to form across the county. Also ads urge letter files at The Republican and promote One Minute Cough Cure by S. H. Soallin.
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Roosevelt
Mitchell
J. E. Wells
Henry Swindler
John Reierson
Chas. A. Ruh
T. J. Spangler
N. J. Neilsen
Mike Brennan
R.F. Dundase
T. C. Byrne
H. P. Beckwith
H. C. Clark
C. W. Downey
A. B. Hager
Yankton and Mitchell urged to unite for state fair and corn palace
The Yankton Press and Dakotan urges Mitchell to visit the state fair from September 10 to 14 and Yankton to return the visit by leading a large Mitchell delegation to the corn palace. The papers urge immediate friendly outreach, mutual good will, and a united effort to drum up attendance from both cities.
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Yankton
Dakotan
Mitchell
Ankton
Press
Corn Palace
Mitchell to Have Corn Palace This Year
Huron Huronite reports strong community effort with Mitchell set to host a corn palace. Twelve thousand dollars have been subscribed and paid to the treasurer, signaling a robust and energetic fundraising drive.
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Mitchell
Dishonor at a Cook Hire Hint in Domestic Exchange
The dialogue reveals Mrs. Hubby criticizing a young woman seeking a cook’s position. Mr. Hubby is asked if he engaged her, while Mrs. Hubby doubts the applicant’s past due to a harsh recommendation and a hurried dismissal. The exchange hints at suspicion regarding the candidate’s fitness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hubby
Republicans declare senatorial race free for all in South Dakota
The Centerville Journal and Huronite spar over GOP candidacies for the state senate. Stover Preston Gamble each have strong followings, but the caucus should be open and unbiased. The Huronite insists the race remains open with no handicaps and that no single candidate, including Gamble, holds the field.
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Huron
Journal
Gamble
Senate
Stover
Preston
First
South Dakota
Silent Man
Sioux Falls
Centerville
Review of Reviews highlights Philippine policy and development needs
Major John H. Parker stationed in Tanauan Batangas writes for the September Review of Reviews outlining actual needs in the Philippine Islands. He calls for order, a school system, better farming tools, railroads, and tariff readjustment, urging Congress to declare policy. The piece contrasts India’s famine with American dietary issues and promotes Kedol Dyspepsia Cure as a digesting remedy.
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John H. Parker
U.S. V
Tanauan
Batangas Province
Luzon
Philippine Islands
Parker
Congress
Islands
University to Boost Athletics with New Instructors
The university plans greater emphasis on athletics this year by hiring a competent athletic instructor. Prof. Tilden, newly elected, brings relevant experience and will be heavily utilized. Dr. Graham aims to add another assistant from Chicago with strong athletic credentials. Most former athletes are expected back, promising a stronger football team for fall practice. Mitchell’s squad last year lost only two games, fueling optimism for improved performance.
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Tilden
Graham
Chicago
Mitchell
One Minute Cough Cure Gains Local Endorsement
A local notice reports the Mellette artesian well clogged again after recent cleaning. A driller’s tools were wedged in the sand, rendering the well unusable for the public. The item also includes an endorsement for One Minute Cough Cure from S. H. Scallin claiming quick relief for throat and lung troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mellette
S. H. Scallin
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PLANO
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Minneapolis
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Cherokee
Mize
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Henry Schultz
A.B. Rowley
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Mt Vernon
Ladies Library Society
Fran
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Barton
W. B. Rowley
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Rende
Letcher
Bethel
Ave
Breriyn
Ee Erke
Wilson
Rowley
W. Ae
Geo. Poceraaa
Jacobson
Mies Lizzie Brown
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Mary White
Riverside
Miss Butts
Badger
Thomas
North Dakota
H. W. Smith
Michigan
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Oliver Roe
Victor
Maggie Weed
Alcester
Gav. Weed
A. S. Brown
West Perry
M. Gleason
Ben Wilder
Sanborn County
Alex Lockhart
Emma Harker
Jackson
H. C. Clark, P. M
Scott
Teddy Roosevelt
Vice Presi
Teddy
Rough Rider
Republican
S. H. Soallin
the Review of Reviews
India
America
WWEL
Webster's
Mitchell National Bank
U. 8
W.G. Davison
J. Quigley
N. L. Davison
WM M. Smith
T. M. Roberts Supply House
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