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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1901
Page
5
Advertising rates listed include business cards six lines five dollars per year with extra lines at one dollar each and business locals at five cents per line. Legal ads at statute rates. Cards of Thanks ten cents per line. Marriage and Death notices published free. Obituaries resolutions and wedding presents five cents per line. Address change requests require former and new addresses.
Adjutant General Conklin pursues a second State Guard regiment in the Black Hills, signaling two militia regiments for South Dakota. Andrew Carnegie proposes a ten million dollar national college project, with Roosevelt backing the push. Chamberlain Democrat reports Milwaukee stock shipments, Ralph Wheelock’s Washington trip, and irrigation ideas tied to river and harbor funds. The Huronite argues river canal use could slash freight costs if funds were redirected to the Jim River route.
The Schley court of inquiry released a report criticising Admiral Schley for not maintaining a tight blockade of Cienfugos and for delays and missteps in the Santiago campaign. It cites evidence of vacillation and lack of enterprise, though July 3 actions earned praise. Dewey's minority report argued little fault with Schley.
The article argues good stock costs nothing extra to maintain and performs well at shows in Chicago. It notes Hereford prize money and cites a three year old winning $4.50. It urges high grade stock for northwest ranchers, especially South Dakota. It questions naval prize split between Schley and Sampson, calling for equal pay for sailors and soldiers.
The piece notes Dick Halladay of the Iroquois Chief as a leading Republican candidate for state auditor before the 1902 convention. It praises his ties to newspaper men and suggests strong chances for nomination and election, alongside the rest of the Republican ticket. It also mentions Postmaster Schlosser hiring an extra stenographer to handle letters from reform school children at Plankinton and Sioux Falls.
The Chicago Tribune notes October exports at 3.8 million bushels versus 13.5 million last year and Atlantic shipments at 278 thousand, down from 6.3 million in 1900. It argues Europe avoids current prices, while domestic demand from glucose starch and breakfast foods supports prices, suggesting abundant supply but strong home demand.
Hillsborough Illinois resident H Robinson says severe corn pain disappeared after using Bucklen's Arnica Salve. The ad claims instant help for sprains bruises burns sores and ulcers and calls it a perfect healer of skin diseases and piles with a guarantee from S H Scallia. 250
Week ending December 10 lists transfers including Fr A Bidwell to Charles Boreson for NWI Sec 8 Twp 101 R60 valued at 2100 and McLay to A A Smith for EW2 Sec 19 Twp 102 RK 62 at 2000. Several entries note transfers in Mitchell and Mt Vernon areas among others.
John Colvin E B VanAlstine and Wm Koch returned Friday from the annual meeting of the retail implement dealers association with over 750 members. New officers include President M D Thompson and five vice presidents plus secretary treasurer W S Hill. VanAlstine remains as grievance committee chair. A Sioux Falls meeting is planned. The piece ends with health ad copy for Dr. Pierce cures and free medical advisor offer.
An image of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mac Kinley framed for holiday gifting is offered with framing services or ready framed options by Mitchell Printing Co. Dr. Wood's Norway Pine Syrup is advertised as a soothing remedy for throat and lung issues, promoted for children.
Excursion tickets within 200 miles of Mitchell are offered at a fare and a fifth for round trip. Tickets valid for travel on December 24 26 31 and January 1 with return by January 2. Minimum ticket price is one dollar. Rock Mountain Tea ad promotes 35 cent servings.
The regular meeting Friday elected officers for the ensuing year: President Mrs. J. M. Adams, Senior Vice Mrs. J. H. Nolt, Junior Vice Mrs. B. S. Barnard, Treasurer Mrs. Clara A. Lukens, Chaplain Mrs. W. Abbey, Conductor Mrea Geo. A. Silsby, Guard Mrs. Carrie Cole. Four delegates and alternates were chosen to attend the encampment next summer. An advertisement for Dean’s Ointment claims relief for hemorrhoids with a testimonial from CG F Cornwell of Saugerlies, N. Y.
A physician in Minneapolis advertises a pain free subcutaneous injection treatment for varicocele and enlarged glands as his own discovery. He claims no blood loss and promises to accept only curable cases with consultations priced at $1.00 at the Boston Block offices.
The junior and senior elocution recitals drew small audiences but high praise for careful preparation and talent. Enthusiasm grows for home contest, law studies, and a liquid air lecture next term. Arthur Cory reports banking success in Alpena as students prepare for Thursday holiday departures from Mitchell.
Advertisers seek reports of Banner Salve failures from any patient with ulcers sores tetter eczema or piles. Manufacturers offer refunds if a cure is not achieved and invite correspondence to S. H. Seallio.
J. W. Bryan of Lowder Illinois reports his son was gravely ill with pneumonia. He gave Poley’s Honey and Tar without the doctor’s knowledge, and the coughing stopped swiftly while the boy recovered, leaving the physician puzzled by the rapid improvement.
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