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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1908
Page
11
A Presbyterian pastor explores why men show less church and religious interest than women. He cites skepticism, Sabbath conflicts, saloon influence, double standards of morality, and weak preaching as factors, urging active male church roles and family moral training.
A Chicago sermon argues parental neglect of boys fuels low male church attendance. It links secular pressures, busy work life, and intense competition to waning religious life, noting how girls receive more guardianship and how moral challenges from commerce erode character.
A brief ad copy from Scallin Bros touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a path to good health and modest wealth, framing a small home and wellness as the product’s appeal.
Deputy Plotner returned from Yankton with James Jensen a married man who vanished from home while his wife in delicate condition faced unfulfilled support. Jensen was bound over to face Judge Smith after being located by States Attorney Spangler Sheriff Cook and Deputy Pistner aided in tracing him. A separate case reports Abe Reed who disappeared after a Feb 7 marriage to Mrs Melbuss leaving unpaid debts and cash gifts behind. Reed had driven a hack for several local firms.
Recent visitors report about seventy five Canadian geese lingering on the north end of Lake Andes in Charles Mis country all winter. Locals note this is the first winter the flock has stayed on the lake rather than along the Missouri river.
A Madison J. Lee produced Puss in Boots at the Gale theatre benefited St. Marys Episcopal rectory fund. The scenic and drill work, 150 costumed performers, and strong acting drew praise from a large audience. The program featured a wedding scene, a sculptor's dream, and a lively Puss in Boots with a cast led by Fuss Master Arthur Margratff Florinet Geo W Winsor and others. The finale closed with a grand wedding fete and snow scene, with praise for Lee and St. Marys Guild.
Davison county cattle growers meet at Mitchell courthouse on February 29 1908 at 2 PM to elect one county cattle inspector for 1908. The meeting is announced to Davison county cattle growers per notice.
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