New Dakota Leader Emerges Major C Boyd Barrett
A special report notes Major C Boyd Barrett of Aberdeen has left his work at the Aberdeen Independent to travel to Washington. An ex rebel and Mahone Republican, Barrett moved to Dakota years ago from Virginia to grow with the territory. He started as a hotel keeper, then bought a newspaper and became a Democratic stalwart eyeing office. The piece credits him with aiming to aid division and admission while in Washington and congratulates Dakota Democrats on the new leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moses
Dakota
C. Boyd Barrett
Aberdeen
Washington
St. Paul
Virginia
Statesman
Cleveland
Dan Maratta
Aberdeen Land Office
Vest argues Dakota admission hinges on whisky appeal
In a Senate speech, George G. Vest framed opposition to Dakota admission around the need for whisky on the plains. He claimed extreme climate and hardship make alcohol essential, citing an incident of three isolated men begging for whisky rather than bread or salt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota
Wild West
Vest
George G. Vest
Senate
Mitchell aims to protect No. 1 interests at territorial fair
The Madison Sentinel critiques Mitchell for a combative stance toward the territorial fair and dismisses claims of petty town jealousy. It asserts Mitchell will prioritize No. 1 town interests rather than concede to others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Madison Sentinel
Mitchell
Sentinel
No. 1
Dakota split name dispute fuels Fargo Argus view
The Fargo Argus argues against lefting the Dakota name for a south state. It urges evaluating nominees Johnson Thompson Boynton Barrett versus Edgerton Moody Mellette Kanouse to decide which group reflects better character and honesty for Dakotans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Thompson
Boynton
Barrett
Edgerton
Moody
Mellette
Kanouse
Boynton Seeks Backing as Major Barrett Heads to Washington
In Redfield Journal Abraham notes Boynton requests reinforcement while Major Barrett travels to Washington to address defense of Boynton's stance. The piece implies internal political tensions and criticizes Barrett's approach and perceived waste.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Redfield Journal
Abraham
Boynton
Major Barrett
Washington
Pate
Community fair plans shift toward Mitchell event
The editorial urges forgiveness toward Huron and calls for a united effort to stage a successful fair in Mitchell. It notes a strong belief in Washington that the current administration is a rank humbug regarding reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
St Nicholas Magazine Praised As Fine For Youthful Readers
The current issue of St Nicholas is highlighted as one of the best of the excellent magazine for young people and even those less youthful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Nicholas
One Million Dollars in Gold Coin Weighs Heavy Load
A note reports one million dollars in gold coin weighing 3395.8 pounds two dupois, described as more than three tons of coal in weight comparison.
Mitchell Republican Probes Huron Bid Details
Aberdeen based Mitchell Republican questions the terms of Huron’s first bid and the process by which it appeared to be approved. The editorial attacks the Board of Agriculture and accuses officials and local papers of misleading conduct regarding the fair location and related actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Board of Agriculture
Mitchell Revublican
Fair bid dispute shows Huron influence over boards
The letter contends Huron manipulated the Mitchell fair bid process. It notes that Huron’s $1,000 bid appeared larger to the Board than Mitchell or Aberdeen’s higher offers and accuses steerers on the ground of pressuring outcomes. The writer emphasizes the ease of fixing bids and mocks the situation as a rigged decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Huron
Aberdeen
No Loss of Time The Quarryman Cried
The fragmentary verse references a blast and ascent as a quarryman rides a misfired event. It evokes a mythic laborer’s rise and a claim that someone named JT cannot be docked. The text hints at elevated labor and reward in a symbolic scene.
Logan on Dakota Senate Debate Highlights Admission Debate
In Washington on February 3, Logan argued Dakota should be admitted based on population and conditions, contrasting Butler West positions. He said opposition aimed to block Republican states, tied to slave era politics, and cited ex union soldiers and voting property tests as objections. Morgan and Harrison opposed the move. a vote was planned for the next day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dakota
Senate
Logan
Tie
South Carolina
Butler
Missouri
West
Congress
Congress of the United States
Harrison
Charleston News and Courier
Mr. Logan
Union of States
Morgan
Indian land title dispute shocks Dakota settlement
The General Land Office commissioner reports that ten million acres in north Dakota still hold Indian title despite a 1884 order by Secretary Teller opening the lands and later settlement across about fourteen or fifteen counties. Pembina Chippewa treaties are cited as evidence of retained title.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Land Office
North Dakota
Teller
Sparks
Surveyor-General of
Dakota
United States
Land open to settlement suspends surveying in disputed Dakota district
The river valley and surrounding areas were claimed by the Mink Turtle Mountain band and other Indians, but Interior Secretary Teller later ruled the claim weak and in 1882 opened the tract to settlement. Commissioner Sparks suspended all surveying contracts in the district indefinitely, affecting parts of Grand Forks and Bismarck land districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
Devils Lake
Mink Turtle Mountain
Dakota
Teller
Sparks
Congress
Grand Forks
Bismarkland
Farmers Alliance Urges Unity to Aid Farmers in Trade
An essay argues the farmer sustains all trades, facing high middlemen costs and railroad cuts. It urges farmers to unite, drop distrust, and work as one to ease burdens, citing shared gains from collective action and a pressing need to curb extortion by buyers and carriers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Alliance
Ruth
Chicago
Farmers Alliance
Maine
Oregon
The February Century highlights American copyright views and Civil War tales
The issue opens with a debate on International Copyright by forty five American writers including Lowell and Whittier, with Lincoln and Grant featured in Civil War reflections. It includes General Grant's wilderness campaign prep, a Lincoln letter facsimile, McClellan anecdotes, Longstreet's Bull Run view, Red wood’s Jackson sketches, and Howells’ new Silas Lapham sequel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowell
Biglow
Whittier
Nashville
Atlanta
Confederacy
Lincoln
Grant
Charles Carlton Coffin
McClellan
Pope
Longstreet
Peper
Jackson
Manassas
Allen C. Redwood
William F. Smith
Erasmus D. Keys
Malvern Hill
Howells
Silas Lapham
Impressions of Mitchell from a Yankton Reporter
A Princeton Illinois correspondent describes Mitchell’s rapid growth noting over 4 000 residents and new development. He mentions two schoolhouses six churches a court house and a pipe organ in one church plus shops an artesian well and Mitchell University a Methodist institution under construction south of town with a promising view of the campus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yankton
Princeton
Illinois
Republican
Mitchell
Springfield
Marion Junction
Mitchell University
February Temperance Sermon At Presbyterian Church
The office reports daily orders for blank proving forms under new rulings with no new forms issued. Additional questions must be written and answered. Next Sabbath, first of February, the temperance sermon by the W C T A Mitchell at 7:30 PM at the Presbyterian church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.c.t.a.of
Mitchell
Presbyterian Church
University Chips and Local Updates
Dr Brush spent Sabbath at Vermil lion. Fred Bradley is on the sick list. Miss Carmichae received an elaborate present yesterday. The partition was removed from the west chimney this week to improve draft. Several new students arrived this week. A number of students attended the show last night. F C E Huston, whose daughter attends, made a pleasant call Monday. A storm door was erected at the north entrance. Miss Lizzie Rogers, in Town, returned and enrolled in the penmanship class. Great inconvenience was encountered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred. Bradley
Carmichae
Fon. C
Lizzie Rogers
Heating News from Milbank and Local Mills
Mr Barclay of Milbank called on Tuesday about heating changes as a heating machine will soon begin to eat flax straw and nearby residents report days by the burning off of radiators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Barclay
Milbank
Ferguson Lodge to Host Third Annual Ball at Rink Opera House
Invitations have been issued for Ferguson Lodge No. 190 B of L F as a Thursday evening event at the Rink Opera House. Music by Layton's Quadrille Band will accompany supper at the Alex Mitchell hotel. Committees include Arrangements Edward Smith and Charles Woodman. Reception F A Beebe and Henry Heegel. Decoration E Norton and James McKeever. Floor Managers Charles Woodman and Edward Smith among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferguson Lodge
No. 190
L. F
Rink Opera House
Layton
Alex. Mitchell
Edward Smith
Chas. Woodman
Wm. Smith
Albert Perry
Max. Newbowers
F. J. Lee
John Mathews
Mitchell Public Schools Month Report January 1886
The Mitchell Public Schools furnish a month ending January 29, 1886 report compiled by Superintendent H. E. Kratz. It outlines attendance, instruction, finances, and progress across district schools, noting trends in enrollment and educational activities for the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell Public Schools
Fifth Anniversary Fete With Wooden Wedding Observed
Albert Sheahen Rome and wife celebrated their fifth wedding anniversary with a wooden wedding last Wednesday night. About sixty five guests enjoyed the evening, aided by Rev. H. Curl. Gifts suited to the occasion were given. A pair of saw dust doughnuts provided comic relief as guests tasted their rough outer crusts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Sheahen
Rev. H. ‘Tf. Curl
Doctor Fishblatt Visit Promises Hope for Patient
Andrew K Stein of Redstone Hanson County Dakota relates two years of illness and failure of all remedies. He cites relief after starting Dr Fishblatt’s treatment in June 1885, noting regained ability to work through haying and harvest and endorsing the doctor to others. The testimonial appears at Mitchell House on Tuesday February 9th at the request of the undersigned.
Water Works to Begin and Reservoir Plans Set
At a Wednesday council meeting the water works project was approved with bids to be received for jasper rock delivered on site. A 75 by 10 foot reservoir will create a 30 foot fall and fire pump capacity of 1,000 gallons per hour to serve about 30,000 people, enough for four to five years. The mains decision is pending with a Chicago trip likely for purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Distad
Hammer and Rogers
Chicago
Alex. Mitchell
Mitchell
Death of M Eva Drew seven in D. F. M. Drew family
DieD Monday morning February 1 1886 after a long heart disease seven year old M Eva Drew youngest daughter of D F M Drew of this place died. She suffered since November with fortitude and patience beyond her years and died with a peaceful song on her lips wishing to rest. She quoted Suffer little children to come unto me for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Eva
D. F. M. Drew
Eva
Heaven
Nebraska Supreme Court Declares Nonauthored Usury Decision
The Nebraska Supreme Court ruled that when an agent lent money for a lawful rate without the principal’s knowledge or authority and charged more for the agent’s own benefit, the loan is not rendered usurious. The decision emphasizes agent overreach does not criminalize the principal’s contract.
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Supreme Court of Nebraska
Doctor Fishblatt Claims Monster Worm Cure At Institute
An advertisement-style notice describes Dr. Fishblatt visiting Alex Mitchell House in Mitchell, Dak, on February 9. It claims two large tapeworms, 108 and 98 feet, were expelled from two patients after a single dose, and promises free consultation for chronic diseases with witnesses and bottled specimens viewable at the institute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fishblatt
Town Avenue
Medical and Surgical Institute
Institute
J. M
Surgical Institute
Rome Farmers Alliance Adjoins Stock Company Plan
An adjourned Rome Farmers' Alliance No. 102 meeting at the Blackman school house discussed organizing a stock company to build a warehouse at a railroad point. A committee to inspect and confer with the railroad was appointed. by-laws and essays were deferred. ladies invited to participate. next meeting set for February 9 at 11 a.m. at the same hall. proceedings to be printed in Mitchell Capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Rome Farmers’ Alliance No
Blackman School House
Lords of Creation
Rathbun
Blackman School
Mitchell Capital
E. L. Ruse
Promised Cancer Cure Visit At Mitchell House
Consultation announced by Prof. E. N. Fishblatt at the Alex Mitchell House Mitchell Dak to discuss cures for cancers ulcers and tumors without mercury. Charges described as affordable and free consultations offered during his stay in Mitchell on Tuesday February 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex
Mitchell
Dak
E. N. Fishblatt
Alex. Mitchell
Mitchell, Dak
Pleasant Ridge Sunday School Progress and Gift
The letter notes warmer weather and pleasant conditions at Pleasant Ridge. Sylvester and Arthur Mehner help at J. B. and James Ewart's house while at Manchester Iowa. A Miss Gertie Nabinger receives a bird cabinet gift from Mr. J. C. Carnes five miles south of Pleasant Ridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sylvester
Arthur Mehner
J. B
James Ewart
Manchester
Iowa
J. C. Carnes
Pleasant Ridge
Gertie Nabinger
Cure for Severe Salt Rheum Promoted by Curreura trio
Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania resident John Thiel reports eight years of salt rheum relief after using three boxes of Curreura and four bottles Resolvent. Dr Monroe Bond of Philadelphia endorses Curicura remedies, sold nationwide with prices listed for Curicura soap and Resolvent. Potter Drug and Chemical Co of Boston distributes the line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Thiel
Wilkesbarre
Potter Dxrug and Chemical CO
Boston
Piano Buying Guide from Stencil to Ivers and Pond
A buyer’s guide cites brands and factories as reliable choices. Kranich & Bach pianos are praised for a Philadelphia 1876 honor and long New York manufacture. New England Conservatory uses Ivers & Pond pianos and extols their quality. Hallett & Cumstom and Brainard & Co. are cited for longevity and trust. Contact J P Lounsauny in Sioux Falls for details.
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New York
Philadelphia
New England Conservatory of Music
Boston
Ivers & Pond
Hallett & Cumstom Piano Co
Brainard & Co
Cleveland
Ohio
J. P. Lounsauny
Sioux Falls
D. T
Wanted A well trained girl for general house work
Help wanted notice seeking a thoroughly trained girl for general house work including cooking. Applicant must be active and strong and apply at E. H. West's house on Fourth Street two doors west of Court House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. H. West
Fourth Street
For Rent Notice Involving West Third Street Property
For rent. The house bought by me from Capt. Ahern and recently occupied by him on West Third street. Enquire of Capt. Ahern or G. S. Bidwell. Miss Olive F. Blackman.
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Capt.Ahern
West Third Street
Capt. Ahern
G.5
Bidwell
Olive F. Blackman
Coal Sale Now On at Oshkosh Lumber Company
The Oshkosh Lumber Company offers all grades of hard and soft coal at prices lower than any other firm in the market through January 1st. Readiness to supply preferred customers and details on grades available are noted in the advertisement.
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Oshkosh Lumber Company
Summons in Territory of Dakota District Court Case
The Territory of Dakota Davison County summons Susan P Rogers to answer a complaint filed by H W Hendrickson regarding Abandonment of Homestead Entry No 25994. The case requires attendance March 10 at 10 o clock. a testimony must be provided. George B Everitt Register F C Horry Attorney 214.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Territory OF Dakota
Second Judicial District
Davison Co
George A. Rogers
Susan P. Rogers
Davison
Mitchell
Main
Dakota Territory
Dot
Dee
Dillon & Preston
Phaintit
Oak
H.W. Hendrickson
Davison County
John O. Leary
Dakota
Isso
Geo. B. Everitt
F.C. Horry
D.T
D. T
Lover
Charles Rowe
Charles Perry
John Gilfillan
James Gilfillan
All of
Daylson Co
B J.N. Crow
Evkkirt
Register
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Fargo Argus
South
Tyndall Tribune
the Farmers’ Alliance
Dr. Brush
Vermillion
Ball
B. of
H. E. Kratz
Departments High School
A Grammar
D Gram. & A Prim
Saimary
H E Kratz
J M J Pryne
C Boorman
Willie Nelings
Emmé Chandler
B. A. Meredith
Phebe Wallace
E. P. Stearns
Lizzie Bidwell
Andrew K. Stein
Redstone, Hanson Co
DR. Fishblatt
Cedar Rapids
Alin
Rome Farmers’ Alliance
Will. McDonald
Dearborn St
Chas. Houghton
Eeq
Blasto Patton
Monroe Bond
M. D
N. Bond St
Mitchell Dental Parlors
Mpresth
Ofice
Lotcher
GEO. P
DIX
Leona A, DIX
Davison Bros
Cor Bros
Oni
Durin
Mr. Jyarbi
Pre
Fount
Ifa
Drivi
Tims Prey
Thret
Hurn
Rai
Ul Uy
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