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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1904
Page
9
The text argues that the United States sympathizes with Japan in its clash with Russia. It asserts that Japan will prove formidable, forcing a stronger stance now to prevent Russia from gaining a foothold in Japanese territory. It credits Japanese strategy as wise and timely in the looming conflict.
Five conventions gathered in the city last week showing Mitchell as a population hub. Stockmen and poultry show groups chose Mitchell for a five year convention location due to its accessibility, prompting questions about why such events aren’t held in Pierre.
Stella Marie Statenroth, writer for Watertown Public Opinion, questions Sioux Falls press meeting figures on state newspaper support for Pierre and Mitchell. She cites inflated counts and notes many papers have yet to participate, criticizing the column’s focus on the campaign over mothers clubs.
Congressman Martin introduces a resolution asking the secretary of commerce and labor to investigate the causes of low beef cattle prices since July 1, 1903, and the large margins between cattle prices and fresh beef selling prices. It requests findings on potential contracts, combinations, trusts, or conspiracies affecting interstate and foreign commerce and to report on any corporate organizations involved.
The Pierre Dakotan accuses state papers of flip in motives for backing Pierre as capital. It cites a Pierre contract demanding exclusive editorial support, claiming advertisers buy columns and silence opposition. Billinghurst is urged to avoid ridiculing the public’s view on press integrity.
An old advertisement extols Caticara Soap and Caticera Ointment as the ultimate skin cure, cleansing the scalp, softening hands, soothing rashes, and serving all toilet bath and nursery needs. It claims unmatched medicated cleansing, beauty benefits, and a floral scent, with the address 84.1 A Fear' bes Ave.
Debating officials argue merit over geography as town prospects face strong counterevidence. Community voices claim data supports opposing view, highlighting conflicting studies and public records. Leaders urge restraint while residents press for clarity on criteria and outcomes.
Scallin Bros offer Hyomei outfits free if no cure. The complete $1 inhaler kit includes a purse size inhaler, medicine dropper, and bottle. extra bottles are 50c. They claim the new principle of delivering healing balsams through the air treats catarrhal and air passages, with money refunded if it fails.
Secretary Tipton of the board of charities and corrections told The Republican that spring work will begin on enlarging the penitentiary at Sioux Falls adding 88 new cells. The addition will extend 70 feet and cost about $20,000 with bid advertising to follow.
An old advertisement urges quick action when kidneys ail, offering Kidney-Ettes to purify and strengthen kidneys and restore health. The pitch promises fast results and cites a price of 26 cents, with L. O. Gale as the seller.
Davison county educators plan a teachers meeting at Mt Vernon next Saturday and an officers institute at Mitchell on Monday. Union and county events include Friday county celebrations and the public is invited. Notes praise for Miss Marie Coffin and Miss Pearl Pratt, with several schools reporting orderly classrooms and strong discipline. A candidate for county superintendent is E. J. Quigley, and several certificates of award have been issued to teachers. The Educator journal urges teachers to support local papers and subscribe, stressing loyalty and practical patriotism.
The Argus Leader notes Miss Sophia Marson died in Sioux Falls after sickness following her nurse work for a young patient during Florence Bras’s illness. Funeral services are planned for Tuesday afternoon. she was beloved and long ill. The paper also reports home insurance claims paid in full for Jennie Shouse and W. Hi Sutton, and local moves, revivals, and town unrest in Green River Iowa.
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