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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1891
Page
5
The Mitchell Printing Co offers subscription pricing for one year at 81.00 in advance and six or three month options. Readers are urged to notify address changes with both old and new addresses and correspondence is expected by Monday for timely processing.
TO ADVERTISERS Advertising rates given on application and will be found reasonably low. Business Cards met exceeding six lines five dollars per year each additional line ten cents. Business Locals five cents per line Legal Advertisements at Statute Hates Cards of Thanks ten cents per line Marriage and Death Notices published free of charge Obituaries Resolutions of Respect and Wedding presents five cents per line.
A discussion in the Yankton Press contrasts irrigation with artesian overflow as water distribution methods and suggests the artesian approach, new and self supplied, needs a distinct name. The North Dakota resubmission fight follows a forged telegram scare that sways Ole Ax ing’s vote and provokes anger from constituents.
Washington dispatch reports congressman elect M N Johnson of North Dakota sought to hypothecate his March 1891 pay as he begins public service. Fargo Argus mocks South Dakota and notes Johnson’s alleged financial distress, joking of a joint seating with Simpson and Conan to display them in Congress.
The Yankton Journal reports Kyle, nominated in caucus, declares no Republican ties and pledges to vote with Democrats on major issues. It alleges Judge Tripp and allies will control state patronage if Democrats win, questioning where the third party fits.
The piece surveys the Independent third party known as the Independent, highlighting its rapid rise and volatile trajectory. It urges close watching of its regulatory efforts, internal leadership trades, and moves ahead of the next presidential campaign to judge the forecasts’ accuracy.
In Pierre and Sioux Falls reports, Senator Kyle describes himself as a three party former, now independent and unpledged, advocating low tariffs and unlimited coinage with American silver. Democratic leaders claim his election is their victory, while Kyle rejects prohibition and loyalty to any single party.
The piece defends local option over high license and notes disappointment at Pierre on Moody. It criticizes party frictions, independent bosses, and delayed opposition votes, while praising Senator Kyle and questioning Democratic help, all amid a harsh political climate.
The bill before the legislature would authorize either county or state to prosecute suits on behalf of individuals against corporations. A similar Michigan law is said to work well, leveling the playing field for individuals with just causes while discouraging frivolous damage suits and blood money schemes by unscrupulous attorneys.
The Aberdeen News notes Senator Kyle has voted Republican only and, in yesterday’s legislature speech, said he would not represent Republicans Democrats or independents but the people of South Dakota. His political views will attract interest from all sides.
The piece relays varied street rumors about Senator Kyle, labeling him a mix of good Republican, independent, free trade Democrat, prohibitionist, and supporter of Cleveland, reflecting a cautious, wait‑and‑see mood among observers.
A bill passed the house at Pierre to require insurers to pay the full face value of a policy after a loss, regardless of property value at destruction. Critics warn it invites arson and harms insurers and good faith claimants, arguing it raises premiums or drives firms from the state. The measure now sits in the senate.
In Pierre and Lincoln reports the Farmers Alliance draws hopefuls and critics alike. Independent leaders fault bosses, while the Missouri union and Kansas politics face factional strains and calls to close the capital labor gap. Senator Koontz notes contradictory constituent letters on usury and policy.
A political speech advocates uniting capital and labor while safeguarding farmers railroads banks and all interests to fair rights. It argues equal legal equality cannot make everyone prosperous and suggests letting the strongest fall behind as the rest gain opportunity.
A special report from Pierre notes that during a February 16 session one ballot was cast with 139 votes. The slate included Kyle Sterling Tripp and Campbell fiefs weet as stated in the terse tally, indicating the selection of a senator in a local primary or appointment process.
Senator Preston delivers a solemn tribute amid a joint assembly honoring General William Sherman. The address recalls Civil War campaigns and the old soldiers who reunite annually, pledging to defend the heritage and the flag Sherman handed down.
The passage mourns a fallen leader, praising his ascent from toil to the skies. It honors the general as a savior of the nation, cherished for goodness and great deeds, whose sacred name and memory will be forever revered.
At a February 17 1891 meeting of Ransom Post No 6 G A R department of South Dakota a three person committee drew resolutions on Gen William T Sherman’s death. The resolutions praise his loyalty charity and leadership and extend sympathy to his bereaved family with copies to be sent to them and recorded in post records.
During Saturday's legislative session Mr Sheafe's bill to locate an asylum for the blind and indigent orphans at Watertown was reported with amendments for adoption. Mr Preston moved that Watertown be stricken and Mitchell inserted. Mr Jolley moved adoption of the report. Mr Kittredge argued against hasty creation of new institutions and moved referral to the committee of the whole, which carried.
Mrs Dutton formerly of north Main street Omaha now travels toward Woonsocket after her boy froze in the blizzard of the 8th. The child died from frozen limbs and the funeral was attended by Mrs Brokaw. Mrs Dutton and the bereaved mother visited the Woonsocket funeral in the company of relatives. A letter of endorsement for Ely s Cream Balm recounts rapid relief from influenza and catarrh.
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