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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1901
Page
2
Dr James W Kidd of Fort Wayne Indiana announces a universal cure all elixir of life. He claims his mysterious compound can cure rheumatism neuralgia stomach heart kidney and skin diseases as well as headaches fevers and respiratory ailments. The remedy is sent free to any sufferer with no risk, promising swift restoration of health and nerve strength.
An adjourned council meeting approved President Graham's request to donate chalkstone from city damp grounds for the University building interior walls. Alderman Hannett introduced the regulation. the measure passed, saving the institution money. Also approved was a salary increase for the water works engineer to 60 dollars per month from Nov 1, 1891, to May 1, 1902, with a 10 dollar November warrant issued. Five earlier bills were acted on. three allowed, two rejected. Quarantine-related bills for Swindier, Ideal Restaurant, and Turner were allowed. Weslen and Noble & Shaw fumigation bills were rejected. The fire department may rent rooms on the Vickers building’s second floor. referred to the fire committee for next meeting. Department members seek better winter meeting accommodations.
The advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh, a constitutional disease. It claims internal action on mucous surfaces and offers a $100 reward for any uncured case, with testimonials available. Sold by druggists for 75 cents. Hall's Family Pills also recommended.
Public sale at R. J. Foran’s farm six miles north and three miles west of Mitchell on Perry township land. Sale Tuesday December 17 at 10 a m features 5 herds including 19 cattle plus 14 horses 5 sows 100 chickens and abundant farm machinery. Tobin & Webster auctioneers. Free lunch. Terms cash under 10 and credit on approved security to Oct 1 1992 with 6 10 percent interest and 2 percent cash discount on sums over 10.
The Chamberlain Journal recounts an amusing incident featuring John Q. Anderson, Indian trader at Crow Creek agency, who has ten years’ reputation handling cattle and horses on South Dakota ranges. He is described as prominent and once came out second best in a playful race, yet made strenuous efforts to catch up.
A chaotic exchange on Main Street pits John Q against Meyer Winter as they chase through Brule County. Winter dodges fences, Meyer outruns a broncho and both chase one another amid a crowd. The scene ends with cattle driven to Chamberlain and spectators noting the other man’s speed and daring. An unrelated testimonial touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for bed sores and piles.
The Degree of Honor officers were elected at Workman hall Monday evening led by Ida Grace as Chief of Honor and Ellen Snow as Lady of Honor. Other posts included Alice Whyte as Chief of Ceremony and Bessie Stair as Recorder. Installation is planned for January with a likely joint meeting with Workmen.
Rev. James Kirkman of Bell River Illinois recounts years of broncbill and lung illness who found lasting relief after using One Minute Cough Cure. He praises its immediate relief for coughs colds and lung ailments and notes it is safe pleasant for children. S. H. Seallin endorses the product as favored by children.
Three full blood Durham bull calves offered for sale by Goshen Davison County South Dakota. E and D are solid prospects and CARPENTER is a standout. Inquiries to Goshen, Davison Co., South Dakota.
Prof T F Graham attracts public interest by circulating a guarantee list for liquid air show tickets. While not guaranteed, he believes chances are good to bring the attraction to Mitchell around mid January. The piece highlights dramatic experiments, including air boiling on ice, ice formation over a flame, and steel pens welded while fruit freezes.
A testimonial extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Pleasant Pellets as a prompt permanent cure for sleeplessness and uterine troubles. Mary Adams of Grassycreek North Carolina credits the medicines with restoring sleep and health after dire internal issues and near death. Also advertised are Dr. Pierce's Common Sense Medical Adviser available by mail for stamps.
A large intestinal tumor was surgically removed yesterday afternoon from Mrs. Arthur Peneyck, daughter of Geo. E Janks, ex county commissioner. Dr B A Bobb performed the operation at the south side home with Drs Warne and Frey Verg assisting. The patient weighed 20 pounds at meeting but endured the procedure well and is recovering slowly.
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