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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1911
Page
6
A court charged a defendant with misuse of mails during a funds solicitation. The indictment alleges the use of postal channels to solicit money under false pretenses. Prosecutors seek a conviction and appropriate penalties.
The federal grand jury in Los Angeles continues hearings on the McNamara case with Ortie McManigal expected to describe the alleged conspiracy. Investigators, including post office inspectors, seek evidence of mail fraud and bribery tied to union officials and jurors. District Attorney relations and labor leaders from San Francisco are anticipated to be questioned as prosecutors seek indictments over funding for the defense and dynamiting scheme.
In Deadwood South Dakota reaction to a potential Richards Senate bid grows after R O Richards of Nuron campaigned for a primary bill and Dean Sterling toured the Black Hills backing his own candidacy. Local backers say Richards could outpace Gamble with broad minded leadership claims.
J M Rasmussen of Letcher won the buttermaking contest with 93 1 4 points, tied by Alvin Finstad of Alcester. I W Baldwin of Belle Fourche placed third as 32 entries competed at the South Dakota Dairymen and Butter makers convention in Aberdeen. The two day session closed with a smoker at the Chamber of Commerce. A separate report from Pierre notes Governor Vessey plans retirement in January 1912 to enter business, possibly triggering Lt. Gov M Byrne to seek the governorship.
Dave Bennett a well known rancher from the Bullah area near Spearfish died in an accident while leading a horse on the Vore brother ranch. The horse rope ensnared his hand and the animal dragged him for about a half mile before his body was recovered. Bennett had previously been accused in the Ed Wilson cabin murder in Spearfish but was exonerated by a coroner's jury.
Prominent Yankton figure Bartlett Tripp, longtime citizen and leader, has died today. Local officials and residents mourn a man known for public service and community involvement.
After months of illness Judge Bartlett Tripp died at his Yankton home aged 60. Born July 16, 1842 in Tamary Maine, he was educated at Waterbury College and Albany Law School and was a classmate of McKinley. He helped found South Dakota University and served as trustee of Yankton College and on several territorial and constitutional commissions. He held roles including chief justice of the territory and United States minister to Austria Hungary, later joining the international commission on Samoa.
Washington reports show Representative Adair of Indiana pushing for liability bill 8 with a 1500000 appropriation. Judge Gary says federal corporation commission licensing and full public disclosure would curb trusts while sustaining competition. Senator La Follette introduces grazing land bill dividing districts under agriculture secretary with a program to reclaim worn lands and control pests. The National Conservation Association backs the measure headed by Gifford Pinchot.
The Federal Employees Liability and Workmen's Compensation Commission completed a measure setting fixed compensation for interstate railroad workers injuries and deaths. It recommends congressional action and will hear both sides next Thursday. The bill caps medical costs at 200 and provides wage-based benefits for long-term disability.
Bishop Rowe, with sixteen years as a northern missionary, urged Alaska’s Christian missions as worthwhile before State College students at Brookings. He disputed Peary on Alaska agriculture and cited Alaska’s plentiful potential, including grain production for millions. He recalled native life, missions work, and his club rooms for men inspired by Red Dragon magazines.
The notice outlines ongoing disability support terms and monthly statements. It mentions payments to the widow children and other specified defendants and references terms like TAR and VORP within a court or administrative context.
Basford faced protests from state firemen as he criticized their annual tournament timing which would divert crews from home in July. The Pierre department urged greater chief powers to reduce fire risks, while some locals oppose the Basford meeting scheduled for later this month, preferring alignment with the association’s semi-annual gathering.
Aberdeen South Dakota potato show tied to the corn school and education exhibit highlights Northern South Dakota as a top potato region. A Wath farmer with three acres sold over 400 dollars of potatoes, with several others near that figure. Three county girls won prizes in corn growing and a boy earned a prize for fancy work exhibit.
Lincoln reports a rising clash within the Nebraska delegation to the Democratic National Convention. Richard Metcalfe announces candidacy for governor while Jim Dablan and Senator Gilbert Hitchcock back Harmon. Bryan supports Harmon as Democratic nominee for president. Persians appeal to U S to block Russia and England from dismembering Persia. appeal read in the House and referred to foreign relations committee.
South Dakota notes strong reception for the Governors' Special as seven western governors tour the East aboard exhibition cars. New York crowds exceed previous demonstrations with about eight thousand visitors in two days at Albany receptions hosted by the chamber of commerce and Governor Dix.
The Retail Implement Association of South Dakota and parts of Minnesota and Iowa held its thirteenth annual convention in Falls. C. J. Bach was named president with L. J. Ochsenreiter vice president and J. C. Barton secretary treasurer. Directors include I. G. Meyer and J. McDougall. The grievance committee chair is K. Van Alstine and J. T. Roylan chairs the legislative group. Policy favors convict labor for road work, calls for express companies to be common carriers under state and federal law, and opposes the parcels post while backing a nonpartisan congressional appointment.
Readable fragments describe a stage life event with names and dates garbled by OCR. The text hints at a public notice or program listing with references to Reedheste Dea Syme Waal and Priel Ply, but many words are indecipherable leaving only scattered proper nouns and event markers.
A regional conference met to draft rules governing intercollegiate athletics across South Dakota. Representatives from Vermillion Yankton Mitchell Brookings Rapid City and other colleges discussed eligibility attendance transfers and membership to create a unified constitution and by laws. The aim is fair competition and closer intercollegiate meets in spring and fall.
Deadwood reports fuel resignation rumors about Governor Vessey of Pierre South Dakota. The governor tours with western peers and is not expected to resign before the end of his term. Lieutenant Governor Pyrne would not have the title changed unless voters push through changes.
Officials report no escape is possible for miners trapped after a mine explosion at Ville Mine. Rescue teams continue searching the rubble as night falls.
Rescue teams battled debris in a two mile shaft at Krexville Coal & Iron after a blast trapped miners. Officials report a rising death toll with bodies recovered including operator J. C. Posten. The explosion blocked main shafts and sparking fires hinder rescue efforts as engineers from the district assist. Three theories of the blast circulation are explored while inspections continue.
A federal court jury awarded William Voehartt damages of 25900 for wrongful arrest and detention tied to a barn destruction in Moody County. The ruling critiqued cross county warrants not properly approved and noted Sheriff responsibilities, while praising Fire Marshal Craft’s conduct in four years of service.
The western governors touring the east visited Grant's Tomb after an address of welcome by Mayor Gaynor. The visit occurred in New York City as part of their ceremonial tour.
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