Cleveland reflects on territories and party climate in 1885
The Mitchell Capital reports President Cleveland offered no guidance on admitting new states from territories. Dakota plans a visit, and local editors back or attack various political figures. Auditor Caldwell requires secret insurance unions to publish detailed business statements. Public funds fund controversial emigration material, and chatter swirls about Blaine’s possible senate return amid harsh administration critique.
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Caldwell
Reservation reductions and patenting lands in Dakota notes
Secretary Lamar cites Kirkwood’s policy to reduce oversized Indian reservations with Indian consent and fair terms. He supports patenting titles to diminished parcels and protection by courts. The Winnebago and Crow Creek cases in Dakota are acknowledged as requiring legislation.
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Lamar
Kirkwood
Winnebago
Crow Creek
Dakota
Dakota Governor Appointment Fight Shapes National Debate
Dakota national committeeman M Wf. Day reports he returned to Washington to press for Ziebach as governor. Secretary Lamar favors Zie baech, the president opposes him, and the struggle centers on aligning with Lamar while seeking a sane alternative.
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Waastangton
Day
Dakota
Washington
Ziebach
Lamar
Ziebaech
Dakota's Senators Face Ballot For Two U.S. Seats
The Sioux Falls legislature meets Monday December 14 at Nuron to elect two U S Senators. Three names dominate discussion Judge Edgerton General Campbell and Judge Moody with Edgerton viewed as a worthy representative and likely to win, possibly along with one other from the trio.
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Sioux Falls
Nuron
United States
Judge Edgerton
Gen
Campbell
Moody
Edgerton
Dakota
Washington
Weltins
Candidacy and rivalries shaping Dakota statehood race
The piece analyzes Gen Campbell Moody and Edgerton as top contenders for Dakota statehood seats. Campbell faces bitter opposition but could prove valuable in Congress if elected. Moody blends fighter energy with tact and is favored, while Edgerton and Campbell divide lines at Sioux Falls. Dark horses like Mellette and Ward loom as possible compromises. The Republican party with no clear candidate emphasizes judgment and principle over personal choice.
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Moody
Gen
Statehood
Dakota
Congress
Judge Moody
Edgerton
Withal
Sioux Falls
Mellette
Ward
Williams
Edmundas
Hand
Pickler
Gamble
Vanderbilt Dead in New York at Age 57
New York financier Cornelius Vanderbilt died this afternoon at his home at 2 30 from paralysis of the brain. J Pierrepont Morgan noted the death would not alter market course and that West Shore negotiations and a London cablegram would proceed as usual. Pool Commissioner Fisk and Henry Clews offered cautious views on market impact.
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New York Dee
W. II
Vanderbilt
J. Pierrepont Morgan
West Shore
London
Fisk
Vanderbilt Death Shock Hits Rail World
Coroner reports President Robert Garrett recalled Vanderbilt's fatal seizure at his home. Chauncey M. Depew says board meetings to act on Vanderbilt death. Pallbearers named. funeral at St Bartholomew's Church with tickets for admission. Senate adjourns after multiple bills and resolutions.
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New York
New York Central
Missemer
Robert Garrett
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Vanderbilt
George Vanderbilt
Miller
McLean
Vanderbilt death prompts telegraphs of condolence and market notes
Dispatches of respect arrive from Reed and Roscoe Conkling and other figures in London and Paris. Will of Vanderbilt reportedly drawn by Judge Rappello. contents to be released Friday after funeral. Vanderbilt heirs William K and George vigil by the casket. Grain markets show no change. American stocks abroad fall early due to the death, then partially recover.
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William K
George Vandebilt
House Approves Journal and Appoints Key Committees
The House, after reading and approving the journal, granted permission to form committees on rules accounts and enrolled bills. Morrison of Illinois moved to reference to these committees a resolution to continue the forty eighth congress rules with modifications.
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House
Morrison
Ilinois
House Debates Rules Code and Procedure Pending Change
Representatives debated the proposed code of rules by Springer and how the House should be governed until new rules are adopted. Herbet of Alabama raised a point of order, then withdrew it to allow Springer to explain the code. Trammon of Georgia offered a resolution to follow last Congress rules and Jefferson's Manual until action.
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House
Springer
Ilerhert
Ala
Trammon
Jefferson
Congress
Senator Sherman Praises Commissioner Sparks Move
In a December 8 letter from United States Senator Sherman to F. L. Ferris of Redfield, Sherman says he will fairly consider Sparks’ case and notes the senate will likely confirm appointments after resignations or term expirations. He cites eastern press criticism as part of the context.
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Chicago Times
Sheot
Durham
Treasury Department
W. A. J. Sparks
Land Office
Cleveland
Sioux City Journal
Huron
Dakota
Sherman
F. L. Ferris
Redfield
United States Senate
Waslington
D. C
Iain
Sparks
Senate
Joun Suerman
Explosion at Kansas City gasworks wrecks building
An early morning gasworks explosion near the Grand Avenue depot wrecked the facility. Fourteen to fifteen workers were present and accounted for, with one engineer seriously injured. Lamps ran short citywide, forcing telegraphed orders for new supplies while streets looked gloomy and police heightened protections amid past gas company labor unrest and threats.
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Kansas City
Grand Avenue
Mortgage Foreclosures In Mitchell Dakota Territory
Defaulted on mortgages dated 1835 and 1885 in Davison County. Foreclosures set for public sale at the Davison County Courthouse in Mitchell, Dakota Territory, including lands in Sections 8 5 28 and townships 103 104 ranges 61 62. Notices list due principal plus interest, attorney fees, and sale dates in 1886 and 1885.
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Territory of
Dakota
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Register of Deeds
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Mort Cay
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Indra & Bingeneimer
James McCollan
Mary II
Richardson
Scott
Mortenpyes
Jurionnt
Dakony
Nortyae
Dty
Rane No
Canton
Elizabeth Whealon
James Whealon
Busing
Davisonand
Territory
Minnie Wi
Bowdle
Prine
Ifty
Tits Court House
Dakars
Divison
Michell D. T
Davison County
Mitchell Printing Company
Frm
Orlando T. Letcher
D.T
Charles H. Gray
Ralph W. Wheeock
Albert E. Dean
Seal
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Uniontown, Ky
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Mitchell, Dakota
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