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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1915
Page
12
Report notes several Tripp residents allegedly induced Sioux City women to travel for unlawful purposes, with federal charges anticipated in South Dakota. Article also covers livestock sale rules, breeder guarantees, and a state Anti-Saloon league planning a large upcoming temperance convention with speakers including national figures.
The Minnesota Supreme Court sustained the trial ruling in Jacob Hatland an incompetent vs George W Beal. Hatland's guardian claimed Beal induced Hatland to sign a 1000 note secured by a mortgage and 275 in cash, while Hatland was adjudged mentally incompetent in February. The court rejected Beal's argument that the guardian must correct the complaint and found the written demand sufficient. The case relates to matters in the ongoing disbarment proceeding against Egan now before the court.
Members of the central committee of the South Dakota Sunday School Association met in Huron on Wednesday to plan the state convention set for May 2 and 8 in the city. Attendees included G. D. Crown L. W. Robinson Re L. Kelly Mitchell and others. The drive aims for 1000 delegates and a street parade with national figures proposed for attendance. Forty one county conventions have been held with strong membership gains and funds showing pledges to support the 1916 convention.
James W. Wilson, secretary of the South Dakota Improved Live Stock Association, announces sale rules for the Mitchell convention February 1916. Two livestock sales, horses cattle sheep swine set for February 24, with possible extra day if entries exceed capacity. Fees listed per animal class. pedigrees and entry requirements noted.
Mitchell's Corn Palace is praised as a local advertising medium as a Beulah Heights farm pair of Leghorn chickens owned by Mr and Mrs Joseph Kotrba won seventh place at the International Poultry Show in San Francisco tied to the Panama Pacific Exposition. The Kotrbas shipped two pens across the country, facing fierce global competition with 8000 birds exhibited, yet earned recognition for Mitchell and South Dakota.
Citizens tremble as blasts disturb the night and awaken fears of a German wartime attack. Witnesses report distant explosions, with windows rattled and alarms raised as authorities investigate a supposed plot. Later analysis suggests the explosions were caused by dynamite from a collapsed construction site.
South Dakota reports note Reverend Father Lauer possesses several ancient volumes kept in a locked steel case. Items include a 1760 Examina Cla r ia, a 1721 Following Christ by St Thomas, a 697 Council of Trent, and Augustine Meditations from 1607. Also in his trove is a Napoleon Poland march folded flag carried by his great grandfather in 1807.
A jury returned not guilty in the James Spears scandal regarding furnishing liquor to a minor, while Fred Weldeman was fined 250 dollars after a separate trial for serving liquor to a minor as a saloon bartender. The case notes reflect jurors’ concerns over evidence collection and witness reliability. The Washington Post mentions Villa and Zapat as capable executives rather than generals.
Mrs. Tt. J. Slagle wife of the University of South Dakota president died after a cancer illness of three years. Three operations were performed at Rochester Minnesota since last September. Her sister from Oak Park Illinois and brother from New York City arrived. Mrs Slagle married Dr Slagle in 1906 and had lived in South Dakota for nineteen years. Funeral planned for Sunday in Vermilion with interment there.
Dr. M. Smith, federal hog cholera inspector, notes roving dogs and neighbor infection raise risk to hog raisers. A farmer ignored vaccination advice after exposure, leading to further outbreaks. The letter urges learning from others and timely vaccination to curb spread.
Discussion of hog cholera spread and control measures notes delays in eradicating infection. Emphasizes owner responsibility, vaccination by choice, and limits on authorities to handle dogs. References infected herds in Tobin Perry and Lisbon townships with preventable cases.
Berlin uses uncensored Vatican telegrams to push a German view on peace and Belgium, aiming to influence Pope Benedict XV. Cardinal Hartmann travels to Rome to present German policy while Cardinal Mercier faces travel constraints, with Berlin hoping the pope will back a Teutonic peace initiative.
Vermillion South Dakota United States Senator Thos Sterling defends his university speech on political advertising stating editors should not endorse one candidate while accepting ads for another He argues such practices mislead the public and harm the press public interest urging discrimination in editorial endorsements and advertising within newspapers reflecting on press responsibility.
Berne, Switzerland. Swiss watchmaking faces deterioration as English women allegedly seek Swiss training to steal secrets, then return to England to compete with Swiss products. The police and industry warn preventive steps are needed to protect the sector.
Berlin reports an unprecedented fruit crop this fall prompting a conservational response by the War Committee of the Fruit Manufacturing Tidustes. Manufacturers of preserves and marmalades say production has doubled or tripled in many cases with fresh eating dominating the rest. Over 200 German cities have imported quantities of pears and other fruit to feed their populations, while vast reserves of preserved fruit are held in readiness for future needs.
Saturday's Daily reports Mary B. Ape of Woonsocket visiting son Charles Apley, Mrs. Margaret Schomer and daughter Mary heading to the Pacific coast for winter, Rebekah lodge officers elected for the year, and notes on farm conferences at the State College in Brookings. Also mentions Dakota Central Telephone Co plans, community events in Mitchell and White Lake, a child birthday party, a new born daughter, L. I. C. F. officers, Pi Kappa Delta banquet, South Dakota Holstein Friesian association president reelected, and a bridge disturbance at Chamberlain with river changes and ferry disruption.
Hoeters wurtn a1 shank and Grace 2 Shank graduates of the Los Jo ses college of Osteopath Physicians and Surgeons will open an office in Mitchell for osteopathy practice. Rooms in the J. No Crow building are being remodeled and the new firm will open soon. Local events include Fenimore Council No 49 WC initiating candidates and hosting a second dancing party with De Teas orchestra. Over 50 tickets sold for a business men’s night at Widmann hotel Monday moon. Various local residents attend hospital cases, funerals, and school events while community notices report hospital operations, a Twentieth Century Club study, and Parent-Teachers Circle activities.
Homestake Mining Co owners report a new tungsten ore discovery on the Hidden Fortune property in Sioux City area. Sacking and shipping preparations begin as wartime demand peaks. The project links to founder Henry J Mayham and figures linked to Otto Grantz and earlier ventures. The mine’s tale spans fifteen years from past overspeculation to renewed value, with public sale and reacquisition history noted.
Lines have been run for a proposed drainage ditch to be built jointly by Lake and Moody counties. The eleven mile project will reclaim about 2500 acres of land long too wet for crops. Estimated cost is about $30,000. The project promises a substantial increase in crop production for the area.
Boston Transcript notes one practical argument for a road policy: it would deter William J. Ian from pursuing a Senate run. The piece reflects a political angle tied to transportation and veteran figures in a turn-of-century contest.
The Baltimore Sun notes Uncle Joe Cannon backing the defense effort, describing him pressing behind the President to add emphasis to the movement.
In Rutland region farmers IT Woldt and F W are sue Theodore Welby to recover a calf valued at 40 dollars. After three hours, a Madison jury found for the plaintiffs. Court costs totaled about 60 dollars not including travel and time costs for witnesses and defendants.
Twenty three friends including eleven from Salem gathered at Mrs. R. L Hazen's home to surprise Mrs. J. K. Lingenfelter who lies ill in Salem. Salem guests presented a pearl brooch set. Mitchell attendees gifted bead boas. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Malone, Barnhart, Podeats, Ling, Andrews, and others. Mrs. Lingenfelter would remain Sunday.
A noon luncheon attended by nearly all local business leaders heard Merle B. Haver of the Chicago Auditco discuss freight rates and small shipper discrimination. A. B. Darling announced tickets for five more lunches at $2.00, with plans to expand to weekly noon gatherings over three months.
Plan being developed by local business leaders to place a public Christmas tree in Mitchell. The effort, likely backed by the chamber of commerce or merchants association, aims to follow the trend in larger cities with lights and garlands, brightening the town from Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day and spreading holiday cheer.
Charles B. Fousek sells Pukwana Press-Reporter to Hoss Jacobs of Chamberlain who takes possession. Fousek will enter the insurance business at Sioux Falls. Five years earlier Fousek bought the paper from Harry Wentry, later David Guy. Circulation and business grew under Fousek’s ownership.
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