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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1903
Page
4
Rev. Hicks forecasts a stormy February with a heavy storm period from the 8th to the 12th, including violent rains southern and central areas and a west north blizzard. Further disturbances run from the 19th to 23rd with warm spells then a late-month cold snap, floods, ice jam risks, and a final storm cresting on the 28th.
Revival services started small but grew due to strong turnout and favorable results. Evangelist Francis Underwood led evenings for about three weeks, delivering direct sermons that stirred the congregation. A crowded Sunday closed the series before Underwood returned to Peoria, Illinois for a rest before resuming work.
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A runaway incident nearly proved fatal to J. B. Orner of Franklin Grove Illinois, leaving a severe leg ulcer that resisted four years of medical treatment. Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured the condition quickly, with claims it also treats burns bruises skin eruptions and piles. Available for 25 cents at Scallin's drug store.
A Saturday meeting of the Mitchell Medical Association unanimously supported house bill No. 150 aiming to regulate traveling physicians. The measure would require state board permission or evidence of a comparable exam from another state, with a $20 practice fee, to curb unregistered entry and raise professional standards.
Mrs. Ida Womeldorf, Miss Sherman in Mitchell years after a prior revival, preached at the first meeting in the church series to an audience. Pastor Drewett introduced her, noting two weeks at least of meetings from 7:30 to 9. The sermon cited Jeremiah 5 22 23 and urged breaking spiritual barriers to reach Christ.
A vintage slogan advertises Rocky Mountain 2Tea as keeping women young and beautiful. The copy credits S. HW? Scallin and frames youth as power in social life and battle, urging women to remain youthful in others’ eyes.
A crystal clock hangs from the extended hand of a graceful female figure. The timepiece is perfectly round and surrounded by a row of emeralds and rhinestones, ending with an ornate top of the same stones.
A sales blurb touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a cure to keep the complexion rosy by stimulating lazy organs and preventing constipation. The ad claims one woman’s healthful flush contrasts with another’s pallor and urges purchase for 25c at S. W. Seal lin druggist.
Five wealthy individuals died in the United Kingdom during the past financial year. Among them the largest estate was that of Earl Fitzwilliam, valued at £2,949,000.
Mrs Minnie Kennedy Toi led an evening of eloquence at the Congregational church with local musical talent. Mrs Hoff drew strong praise for The Doom of Claudius and Cynthia and Miles Standishs Encounter with the Indians. Encores followed for Hoff Brown and Becker as the crowd applauded the entertaining program and hoped for future performances.
Richard III set to thrill at Mitchell Grand Opera House on Saturday evening February 14 with Walker Whiteside as Richard and a fifty-strong company. Seats on sale at Nichols's jewelry store as locals brace for a full house.
The Mitch ell Republican reports a compact signed by legislators from Red field Huron and Mitchell pledging to support Mitchell in the 1904 election. John Longstaff of Iluron reportedly withdrew support after his town’s defeat, surprising many observers. An advertisement touts Rocky Mountain Tea for 35 cents.
Mrs Howe told our colored brethren that their songs are the best in America. Yet the songs of America are mostly sickly, lacking heroic national stature. The strenuous life has not produced a poet of such stature. The negro is not responsible for ragtime songs.
At Miss N. Coffin's millinery store a $4.00 pompadour is offered at 3.25 for the next 30 days. The notice also states the highest price paid for cut hair and for combings.
A February 9 1903 letter from Mitchell claims heavy snow and a warm sun melted ice on a transformer causing a short circuit that cut electric lights for about fifteen minutes. A restaurant owner reported a blue blaze on a pole, prompting a repair eight blocks away. The writer argues the electric company was unfairly blamed and urges the paper to print both sides.
Prof G B Thomas gave an entertaining show at the opera house on Thursday, assisted by his wife and young son. The feature was illustrated canvas views from Kansas and Colorado with clear pictures, plus moving pictures, and a brief talk linking the scenes to history.
The board of charities and corrections weighs an appropriation for the twine plant at the prison despite strong opposition from Bowler and Snyder of the Implement Dealers' Association. The bill also includes ordering dimension stones for a state capitol, with Warden Swenson advising the board. A new Senate and House minority organized on economic lines may impact future special appropriations.
A fragmented notice notes a Shrove Tuesday gathering. Readable names and local venue hints suggest a church or community group hosting a pancake event with plans for a shared meal and door donations.
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