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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1911
Page
3
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A Washington dispatch notes Roosevelt not yet a candidate but his name on Nebraska and other primary ballots stirs the anti-Taft vote. Analysts cite two main explanations: he may accept if pressured or manipulate La Follette's momentum to Taft's advantage. The piece discusses tariff talk and political strategy surrounding Roosevelt.
The tariff board report affirms commission based tariffs as scientifically grounded, showing woollen duties often exceed home and foreign costs. It critiques ad valorem duties, favors specific and mixed rates, and supports Taft’s push for expert analysis over political tinkering. The piece urges voters to discipline Congress and endorses Taft's tariff stance.
The piece condemns England and Russia for blocking reforms abroad. It argues England stymies Chinese progress to protect India and Russia ousts Persian reformer W Morgan Shuster, sending troops to curb Persian autonomy. It warns power used to block progress will crumble.
Ethan J1han S D Frank Laufenberg arrived home from Mitchell Monday. Charles Trow came home from Parkston Monday. Henry Mutziger made a business trip to Dimock Monday and returned with Rufus Morris in his auto. Dr Wilson of Parkston was in town on business Monday. Bernard Gilbertson Ethan photographer spent Sunday in Parkston. Mr and Mrs J W Bryant visited last Sunday in Mitchell. They were guests of Dr and Mrs Ray Smith. Mrs C FP Drake is suffering with rheumatism in her feet. Tuesday was Henry Bauman's sale day. Judge Brothers Parkston auctioned the sale. everything sold well. Mr Bauman expects to move to Ethan. Rev Bradley plans services in Noa L schoolhouse Worthen beginning Monday evening Dec 25. M W A Lodge had another candidate initiated Tuesday evening with a good turnout. The lodge is growing in numbers. Henry Geisen has returned from west of the river.
The South Dakota state auditor and treasurer report five year government costs and per person figures from 1900 and 1905. Public buildings were low in 1900 while 1910 school expenditures totaled 4 068 012 77 with rural schools receiving nearly three million based on enrollment and per pupil cost. Sherrill Clark and John Schmidt were convicted of complicity in the Miss Mary Chamberlain tarring. each was fined 200 dollars and costs and released after posting bonds. The jury acquitted A H Simms. Chamberlain had arranged a 25 000 settlement.
Coroner Bolsta conducts hearings in Ortonville on the Hastings and Dakota division wreck near Odessa. Conductor Gillick testifies flagman Law failed to display a flag after orders, while flagman Law and dispatcher Aberdeen are questioned over delays and block signals. Witnesses dispute speeds and timing of the second section.
Mrs Minnie Issenhuth, wife of John Issenhuth, a traveling salesman, died yesterday afternoon when she apparently slipped and was submerged head first in a rain barrel. Two small children were present as relatives scattered from the home. The couple recently moved from Northville, Minnesota, with relatives in Predetick and Fosston.
A thief pried open the rear door of Otto Paull's billiard parlor and escaped with $15 from the cash register plus a few coins. Footprints in fresh snow suggest a single intruder. Police report no arrest yet as officers search for the culprit.
A week of forensic contests saw Adelphians Ernest Smith Erskine Robertson and Paul Kerfoot win 2 to 1 for the affirmative on initiative and referendum. Delta Rhos defeated Kappas 2 to 1 on a waterway question and later beat Daedalians in the final for the intersociety championship.
The county wait system and smaller schools in the region face a point of reform. Representatives Jens Jensen George Johnson and Thomas Sainet were named with Frank Reek Jepnest Thompson and Luis Walters denied for the Daedalians. In the general tryout Walker Sterman and Ernie R OP pOF Wworary cat Mel Cellips joined to contest notes for the debate roster. Final selections will be announced after a final cut from all candidates.
Reports from Lincoln Omaha and Columbus describe Roosevelt’s potential impact if entered in Nebraska and other primaries. Governors and party leaders urge his nomination as unifying force while Roosevelt plans stays in Sagamore Hill through holidays.
J O Treganza a traveling salesman reports a large volcanic ash deposit near Norfolk Neb two miles from the railroad. He estimates twenty acres of ash at twenty three feet deep and fine like flour. State authorities have tested samples and soap manufacturers show interest. Treganza plans to move closer ship stock and believes the find could be worth over $100000.
Aberdeen S D J W Iloch former governor of Kansas discusses Taft Roosevelt split as a likely factor in renomination and election dynamics. He says Roosevelt may accept a second term if Taft steps aside, and notes the tense friction between Roosevelt and Taft while acknowledging Roosevelt’s influence on the Supreme Court vacancy debate.
Omani Nebi John of Weiser filed a petition with the secretary of state protesting Roosevelt’s primary bid and seeking a challenge to a Republican candidate for the presidential nomination. The move signals a contentious path to Wisconsin’s delegation race, with potential heavy implications for the state’s political contest.
Washington reports the Interstate Commerce Commission ruled in favor of Sioux City, ordering railroads to equalize freight rates in southwest Minnesota. In Corsica South Dakota fire destroyed Sam Lampke’s general store, with losses around $8,500 and limited spread due to rapid firefighting.
A report notes the suspect has not yet revealed where the deposit is hidden and is believed to be near the city.
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