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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1888
Page
7
A fragmented 19th century notice shows Scallin's drug store selling books lamps jewelry and stationery, with other ads for Lasalle third Illinois coal, Fullerton Lumber, Tarrant’s tonics, and local merchandise. It references Mr. Cleveland and the era’s political chatter, plus mentions of a sheriff and local shops.
Christmas programs brightened Sunday schools as gifts were handed to hundreds of children. Major G M Wallace died at 5 10 am Christmas day after a long illness. George S Betts aged 51 died of stomach cancer at Perry township. Funeral rites, tributes, and mourners filled churches and the cemetery as the community recalls a devoted Dakotan and school supporter.
Court adjourned at noon Friday after completing business. The jury returned a 31,400 judgment against the defendants in Christopher Olmsted et al. A stay of proceedings was granted and a motion to set aside the verdict was filed. In Aultman Miller & Co versus Sheik judgment for the plaintiff was entered, as well as in Myers & Co versus Sullivan. Several long docket cases were dismissed or continued. Eight indictments against liquor dealers and one against Madam Brown were quashed on demurrer for two offenses in one indictment.
The Millard-Richards Illustrated Lecture and Concert company performs January 1 2 at Mitchell Opera House. Louis Fredrick travels illustrated by 100 stereopticon views and sings with solos duets and quartets. Admission 5 cents reserve 50 cents children 5 cents.
The Baptist church auditorium overflowed Friday as Mrs. Kennard’s Kindergarten staged a charming entertainment. The tiny performers delighted the crowd with a well received show and a Christmas tree decorated with items of their own making.
A party of youths including Miss Turner Lenton Couglin Wedehase Calhoun and Messrs White Champeny Stanchfield Baughman Lindsay journeyed to Alexandria Friday on invitation of local youths for a lively leap year dance. The moonlit drive home was a noted highlight, per the revelers.
A large local gathering in Badger celebrated Christmas Eve at the school house. The event featured a fine Christmas tree and songs by Miss Marnner and Miss May, with Messrs Cox and Shult also performing. At the close a handsome gold watch was presented to the popular Sunday school superintendent.
Oliver Bates, a respected Perry Township farmer, died Saturday morning at his brother C Bates residence. He leaves two children and a large circle of friends. Funeral arrangements were conducted at the Congregational church with a large turn out. Reverend A Brown delivered the appropriate discourse before a long funeral procession proceeded to the churchyard.
Mr J W Cone of this county formerly clerk of the last house of trek seeks the seat of representative in the upcoming election. He plans to run as a candidate in the Bismarck race and will announce his platform soon.
The article notes strong support for Mr. Cone for the chief clerkship with broad endorsement from the section. It states his fitness is unquestioned and prospects for success are flattering.
The report for the month ending Dec. 2 shows an average daily attendance about fifty higher than the same month last year. Fewer half-day absences and tardiness are noted. The winter term begins Wednesday January 2, 1889. Il. E. Kratz, Supt.
In Aberdeen on December 25 1888 Rev McKeever joined Mr A Holcomb of Mitchell and Miss Eva Patton of Aberdeen in marriage at Mr and Mrs Pattison's home. Miss Patton works in the county register's office and the couple departed for Mitchell with gifts and well wishes.
The Millard Richards company brings a special program to town with choruses tenor and baritone solos duos and sketches praised by The Aberdeen News. The event features humorous selections and high order performances amid new hydrogen illumination displays illuminating the city for the first time.
The notice lists names such as Crooks, Mrs F A Iiliot, Mrs MOF Palch, Low Gunsolus, Edward Sleiner, Wilmer Trolleyweek, Luther Patuer, Chas Mitchell, Miss N Palmer, John A Petree, Mrs CT Postle, Mr OG MOON, Miss Grace Strauss, LB Mrs, John Woolfgang, Mary. Advertised letters will be held for two weeks before forwarding to the dead letter office. D. Hammen, P.M.
A notice announces a teachers certificates exam at the courthouse in Mitchell Dakota on January 8th and 9th and 4th. Two days for second and third grade certs and one extra day for first grade. Be on hand at 9 am with legal cap paper. Pens and ink are provided. Signed by J. L. Bras Supt. of Schools Mitchell Dec 1885.
A December 20 1888 memorial from Mitchell South Dakota delegates requests Congress divide Dakota along the seventh standard parallel and admit the southern portion as a new state. It argues division has long been desired, notes economic and population figures, and endorses the South Dakota constitution as prudent and democratic.
The note mentions approaching winter weather and its impact on people with rheumatic back or limb pain. It discusses various folk remedies and highlights a medicine called PSAP claimed to cure rheumatism, casting doubt on a specific remedy while noting its reported success.
The article outlines Republican plans to begin construction on a long sought Omaha extension network. It notes the route will traverse southern South Dakota and connect directly to Mitchell, boosting Omaha’s regional significance as a local center of commerce and governance.
An ad claims Swayne's Ointment alleviates itching and bleeding from tumors that form and ulcerate, healing ulcers. Available from druggists or by mail for 59 cents, sold by Swayne & Son of Philadelphia.
Kenry Parker travels to Sioux City to finalize a land deal with a Mitchell gardener for large scale market gardening. The piece notes Jacob Wright’s return from Sioux City Monday along with local Christmas entertainment at the chapel being well attended. The ad promotes Electric Bitters as a universal remedy for liver and kidney diseases, skin troubles, malaria, headaches, and digestion, with testimonials and sample bottles offered at Scallin's drug store.
Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup, praised by a noted nurse in the United States, claims forty years of use with many mothers relying on it for teething relief. The advertisement asserts it cures dysentery and diarrhea, relieves griping, and soothes wind and colic in children, priced at 25 cents per bottle.
An explicit antique ad claims AML women look attractive when skin tone and complexion are clear. It promotes Williams Attatratiaun herb pills with directions to take for languor and brighter eyes. Sold for 25 cents at Gale's.
A Victorian advertisement touts Swayne's VlaTment as a cure for tetter salt rheum ringworm piles itch sores and all scaly eruptions with claims of prompt relief and low cost. Begg's Cherry Cough Syrup is also promoted as a immediate remedy. Sales listed via S. H. Seallin.
The statement from I. L. Bras Supt of Schools notes exams postponed until January 23 24 and 25. Teachers with certificates expiring before that date may continue to teach until the examination and certificate validity shall not be questioned. Mirouet December 26 1888.
An advertisement proclaims Ballard's snow liniment as a positive infallible remedy for rheumatism and all pain. It claims to ease neuralgia chest tightness sore throat bruises sprains old sores frost bites stiff joints and more. Agent K E Gale urges trying it and using no other.
Prizes announced from Gale's yesterday include drawing 151 with lucky number 40 and other series 152 to 155 with varying numbers. Future drawings will occur every Saturday at 2 PM for each weekly completed series to ensure participation.
Remedy advertises Horehound syrup as a universal healer for throat and lung conditions including consumption bronchitis asthma sore throat coughs and colds. It promises instant relief without opiates and offers free sample bottles from K E Gale.
An old advertisement lines recount a family’s long reliance on Castoria from infancy to motherhood. The cited phrases trace baby to child to mother as the product’s trusted remedy across generations.
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