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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1902
Page
4
President Roosevelt's son is dangerously ill at Groton Massachusetts where he attends school. His condition has worsened in recent days. Sioux Falls works to secure rail rate extensions while Yankton's weeklong fair raises about 1000 dollars to cover local board debts.
Governor Herreid appointed A F LeClaire of Aberdeen as successor to H N Cooper as public examiner. LeClaire is an expert accountant and served in the Senate a year ago.
Mitchell and Davison County exceeded their pledge of 40 dollars for the McKinley Memorial fund, with chairman Burns expected to turn over nearly 80 dollars to the state committee when all returns are in.
Lead residents plan to send a petition to Washington urging Congress to establish a branch mint at the location. The community notes about six million in gold mined there annually, linked to Colorado Montana Utah Wyoming and Idaho mines, and asserts locals are well informed on beneficial measures.
A Watertown group forms the Dakota Eastern Railway Company with plans to build a line to Fargo North Dakota and Sioux Falls with a branch to Aberdeen. The main route and Aberdeen line total about 350 miles. Hope is high among Watertown citizens to complete the project with eastern capital support.
The Queen Bee mill in Sioux Falls once costing $400,000 is now offered for sale at $360,000 by an eastern owner. The property includes a 50 acre island the owner would gift to the city if a buyer is found. The seven story stone building stands on the site.
Prince Henry brother of the German emperor will sail to the United States Saturday for a three week visit. His departure is not seen as a major event, but plans are underway for his reception at every stop along his route. He will cover all areas allotted to him in the United States and will be quite busy.
City council accepts Andrew Carnegie library gift and expects wider downtown growth. Physicians aim for a hospital costing at least 10000, Odd Fellows explore lodge building, and multiple new business structures are anticipated to boost Mitchell’s economy with coordinated effort from local business leaders.
The ads claim the stomach governs all body health and promotes Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach and digestion related diseases. A testimonial from J S Bell of Van Buren Co praises recovery after near death and long use of the medicine and pellets.
John Hayes editor of the Ft. Pierre Stockman and Horner and Stewart of Pierre attended trials of cattle rustlers in Oacoma. Cases were postponed to a later date. Hayes notes jurors fear convictions may provoke retaliation and prompt stock destruction, possibly moving cases to another county.
The ad features F. D. Reynolds of Mansfield Ohio recounting his son’s croup relief after using One Minute Cough Cure. It claims rapid action for coughs colds croup grip bronchitis and related throat and lung troubles and notes the remedy is safe and pleasant for children. It ends with a testimonial from S H Seallin.
S H Scaltin presents Banner Salve as the swiftest remedy for frost bites and chilblains, claiming unmatched healing power and rapid relief from cold weather ailments.
A public auction is set for Friday February 21 1902 at the seller’s place five miles east and one mile south of Letcher. The lineup includes eight young draft horses three to five years old four registered Short Horn bulls eight months to two years old with three bred in Iowa and Illinois from Scotch lines ten head of high grade Short Horn cows calved or with calves from purebred Poland China sows all bred to first class registered boar. August and September pigs six sows and boars. Registry papers will be provided. Some farm machinery available. Cash under $10, bankable paper accepted over $10. Sale starts at 10 am stock at 1 pm plus lunch. V. Wilder secretary.
A testimonial from J. S. Geral of St. Paul Arkansas claims DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve cured protruding and bleeding piles after years of suffering. The ad touts relief for skin diseases, cuts, burns, bruises and warns against counterfeit products.
J R White took two cars of sheep to Chicago. Geo Patterson of Piano returned from Wisconsin planning to move his family to a farm there. Mrs M L Carson of Bethel visited Canistota and returned. Grinpell and Welch load ice for Fulton creamery. Wallis sells ice house stock for summer. A E Jackson and W L Wallis trip to Fulton. Mr and Mrs L A Jamison visited Riverside friends. A basket social by the R B C C at the schoolhouse next Friday. all invited.
Public auction at the W Hisetas farm on SE 44 see 25 Union township on Wednesday March 5 starting at 10 30 a m. Items listed include 27 head of cattle a threshing machine 14 horsepower nearly new pulverizer Moline sulky plow 2 Deering mowers well drill and other farm gear harness top buggy De Laval cream separator and assorted stock. Terms cash under 10 items sold cash over 310 time on approved security until Nov 1 1902 at 10 percent interest 3 percent discount for cash. Free lunch at noon. Tobin and Webster Auctioneers.
Maude Adams and Sara Bernhardt will appear together in Romeo and Juliet with William Owen as Romeo next Tuesday evening February 18 at the Opera House. Owen was sought by Otis Skinner’s manager for Francesca di Remini but stayed with his loyal following. Seats go on sale Monday at Gale's starting 9:30 a.m. prices 25 35 50 and 75 cents.
An improved farm on the Jim River six miles from Mitchell is offered for sale or rent. For particulars contact Ed. Devg Mitchell South Dakota. A testimonial praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy by GC D Glass of Gardiner Maine praising its curing effect and recommending it to friends. sold by L. O. Gale.
Notice of public sale at Williams fort Jieile porch one mile east of Ethan on Saturday February 22 starting 10:30 am. Items include 5 horses and colts 15 cattle 75 chickens seed oats corn Buckeye binder wagon corn planter plows harness rake household furniture and more. Terms: cash for sums 10 and under. over 10 with approved security until Oct 22 at 10 percent interest. 2 percent discount for cash on over 10. Ellen Williams executrix.
Rev. Mr. DeGroff resigns as Lisbon church pastor effective May 1 due to ill health. Rev. Elijah Tillotson of Mitchell to fill the pulpit until then. County Superintendent Coursey to lecture at Martin schoolhouse Thursday evening about the Philippines. Albert Stevens builds a barn and improves his farm. E V Green sells hogs in Ethan. Mr. Moyers' Iowa father visited last week.
Davison County commissioners schedule a special meeting on Tuesday February 18 1902 to review bridge bids and address any other business that may arise. County Auditor H B Anderson announces the session.
Mrs. Jos. Ryckman of two miles east of Clark, long blind from cataract, regained sight after Drs. Stevenson operated in Sioux Falls. She returned Thanksgiving day gladder than ever. In the past month Mrs. L. C. Lacky and Mrs. Ryckman also received cataract operations with successful results and praise for the Sioux Falls surgeons.
Get a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver tablets at L. O. Gale's drug store. They are easier to take and more pleasant in effect than pills. Then their use is not followed by constipation as is often the case with pills. Regular size, 25c, per box.
Dr. Taylor’s dates in Mitchell list Feb 18 and 19 at the Mitchell hotel. The report notes 19 618 Milwaukee school children examined in the past year with 5055 defective vision and 1417 eye trouble cases, praising his school inspection work and Gen Beadle’s assurance.
When you wake with a bad taste in your mouth go to L. O. Gale's drug store for a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. One or two doses will make you well. They also cure biliousness, sick headache and constipation.
Sealed bids for three bridges will be received at the County Auditor's office until 10 o clock in the morning on February 18 1902 Plans and specifications are on file at the auditor's office The County Commissioners reserve the right to reject any or all bids Dated January 16 1902 H B Anderson
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