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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1914
Page
10
The South Dakota tax commission adopts a resolution to seek constitutional amendments allowing property classification for assessment and taxation, broader exemptions, and legislative power to adapt revenue laws to changing conditions. The measure aims to reduce complexity and improve enforceability amid evolving public welfare needs.
Robert Willard shot and killed his wife and one year old daughter at a Cincinnati hotel. In underwear he fled through the lobby firing a revolver, knocked down a clerk and bystanders, and was captured on the Ohio River bridge while trying to reach Covington Kentucky. The bridge tender Corry was severely injured during the chase. Willard roared and raved in his cell.
Ralph Fariss alias John Bostick was sentenced to be hanged within 90 days for the murder of Horace Mon tage, a passenger agent, during a December 1 express train robbery near Monte, California. He confessed, clung to the alias in court, and broke down when his Bakersfield family was named as coming to see him. The case followed a swift trial from justice court to superior court.
Ella Flags Young is re-elected to lead Chicago public schools for a new term. The announcement confirms her return to the role amid continuing reforms and leadership continuity for the district.
Mayor Harrison dismissed four opposing school board members and replaced them amid public demand. John D. Shoop, initially elected to replace Mrs Young, resigned days later to reclaim his former post as first assistant superintendent. Shoop and Mrs Young pledged harmonious work for Chicago public schools.
J. W. McClinton was re elected superintendent of Mitchell city schools at the regular board meeting. Salary set at 2600 for next year. J. C. Lindsey retained as high school principal at 1800 annually. Bills allowed totaled 1387.54 with 823.82 to Tl. Brodstrup for materials. Treasurer reports 4968.37 on hand as of December 23. warrants paid 5528.41 since last report. receipts include 234 from tuition and 2791.04 from county.
Miss Hsther Falls aged 16 died at St Josephs hospital after an accidental 22 caliber rifle shot by her younger brother at Parkston. The bullet torn intestines caused fatal blood loss and shock after an afternoon mishap while she carried water to the Paul home. An operation in Mitchell could not save her.
Judge Frank B. Smith voids the June 1912 marriage of Mary Sparrow Langford and Millard Langford of Mt. Vernon on consanguinity grounds. The couple wed in Neeley Nebraska after fleeing to avoid South Dakota law restricting cousins. Mary was 16 with no parental consent. suit by her father W. W. Sparrow.
Pittsburg report says Henry Rokowski killed Constable Martin Winde and wounded three others before a foggy chase. He barricaded in a cabin above Monongahela Valley, fired on pursuers, then slipped away toward Hays. Mrs Yebik lies near death from two gunshot wounds.
Chicago, 111. The Chicago Federal League club advertised for bids to build a concrete and steel grandstand at the North side grounds for 125000. Joseph Tinker, under a three year contract to manage the Chicago club, has heavy backing and aims to recruit players. Brown from Cincinnati to manage St Louis, Stoval to coach Kansas City, Schlassey to lead Buffalo, and Phillips to steer Indianapolis. The Cleveland franchise was forfeited and awarded to Toronto.
David I. Houston secretary of agriculture may speak in Mitchell during the last week of January at the annual meetings of four state farming associations. The event, billed as South Dakota’s biggest farmers week, could secure his presence alongside a State Conservation Congress in Sioux Falls and a Minnesota engagement. The note also reports a stock breeders sale at the pavilion with entries from James W. Wilson stating sheep and swine January 28 and cattle and horses January 29, pedigrees, soundness, and seven- member inspections prior to sale.
Members of the Modern Woodmen and Royal Neighbors lodges in seven counties near Davison are invited to a January 16 meeting in Mitchell for installation of officers. Head officials A. St. Talbor and Myra B. Enright will preside if possible, with sessions at the city hall auditorium or Gaiety theatre.
An early 20th century advertisement claims constipation poisons the body and promises relief from waste buildup. It touts Dr King s New Life Pills as a remedy for constipation headaches and other troubles. Sold at druggists or by mail from Bucklen Co Philadelphia and St Louis.
Denver based attorney O. N. Hilton says Gertrude Gibson Patterson, living in Chicago under another name, moves in elite society while her address remains with her father James Gibson of Sandoval JIL. Patterson, acquitted two years ago of murder in the death of her husband Chick Patterson, left France a year ago and now resides in a luxurious Chicago district with a pet dog and a French maid, posing as a heartbroken widow seeking quiet.
Herman Peishl a Uhilsdolphin youth arrested early July for disturbance on Old York road Abington township jailed at Norristown and held until trial in October receiving four months for carrying concealed deaths and suffering in silence to spare his sisters worry. His sister Carrie Peishl and Mrs Anna Lomey of Philadelphia had searched for him since July 5 and learned from Sergeant H S Lever that he was in Norristown.
In Philadelphia a young woman living near Patterson Park planned to visit Norfolk with a young lawyer her would be husband. A taxicab decorated with wedding placards drew cheers from onlookers at the wharf then turned to stares. The couple vowed revenge, saying no friends will receive wedding invites.
Philadelphia column quotes former boxer John J. Sullivan railing against modern women and excessive education. He condemns bachelor girls, urges traditional views, and shares advice from raising an adopted son about avoiding booze and women until marriage. He emphasizes hard work and political engagement over college dreams.
Sioux Falls reports that G. J. Morris resigns from his role as Assistant U.S. Attorney after a period of service, with details of his departure not fully disclosed. The newsroom notes the change in the local federal prosecution office.
The U.S. attorney for South Dakota tendered his resignation effective January 1 to retire and devote full time to his law practice. Originally appointed by Wagner, he filled duties after Wagner left, then served as assistant to Robert P. Stewart, who became U.S. attorney. Since Stewart took office, Morris has acted as his assistant.
Aberdeen reports state fisheries official Hedrick says demand for game fish exceeds supply and plans to stock James River and private ponds in northwestern South Dakota. He notes dams would help keep stocked fish local. a consignment of black bass was also planted in Lake Minneha at Wylie Park for protection until size is reached.
Yankton judge denounced a new trial motion in the anti-trust case involving lumber firms. The Floete Co. was removed from the case while Mahaney’s conviction was questioned. others were fined 2500 to 500 each. Appeals filed to the South Dakota Supreme Court.
Sioux Falls businessman Geo W Egan announces a 100000 damage suit against the Sioux City Tribune for publishing articles reflecting on his character. He notes prior wins for defamation involving Watertown Public Opinion and Sioux Falls Press and cites other potential suits.
Des Moines Iowa Senator Cummins will address the Grant Club on the Republican situation tonight. He is expected to discuss the Washington meeting of the national committee and its failure to call a national convention.
Washington D C rural credit legislation will be among the first issues when Congress reconvenes on January 12. The commerce commission that studied mirat credit operations abroad says a bill is being drafted incorporating key recommendations. Bills in both houses will underpin the administration push to reform banking rules and ease farmer finance for working capital.
A dedicatory service at the new First Methodist church at Spring and Twelfth in Sioux Falls drew a large audience as funds were pledged to erase the debt. In about 40 minutes contributions ranged from two dollars to major gifts, with $81,000 to $92,000 raised. the Ladies Aid pledged $9,000 and offered $10,000 if needed. Bishop W A Quayle led the campaign, and gifts included $6,600 from L D Manchester and a $5,600 organ funded by the donor.
Washington reports that 6,000,009 American farms produced a bumper 1913 crop valued at $10,000,000,000 with $5,009,000,000 cash income. Cereals totaled $2,896,000,000 and animals sold and slaughtered reached $38,650,000,000.
An ornate afternoon gown described for a tango or bridge party features khid materials, velvet stripes in cerise, a white lace collar, and a tailored full dress style. The piece notes high fashion costs yet suggests wearers of modest means could access it, depending on the space and occasion.
Mrs A W Milne of St George Utah says Chamberlain's Tablets are the best medicine she ever used for constipation biliousness and headache. She notes the tablets are very effective easy and pleasant to take and available from all dealers.
Aberdeen National Bank president Bassett, head of the South Dakota bankers delegation at a senate hearing, praised the measure as amended by the Senate. He predicted the law will improve banking and business nationwide, ease financial anxieties, and enable regional banks to sponsor farm real estate loans, with a regional bank possibly at Minneapolis.
At the annual meeting of the Better Farming Association of South Dakota held in Aberdeen W. D. Swain and W. J. Tiffany retired from the board. They were replaced by F. L. Roundy of Aberdeen and G. A. Depper of Groton. Officers were re-elected: President W. Barnard first vice president Isaac Lincoln second vice president W. C. Allen secretary treasurer W. D. Swain superintendent J. F. Patterson.
Dr Basil Manly told a joint session of the American Association for Labor Legislation and the American Political Science Association in Washington that workers forced to 12 hour days are worn out like Southern slaves and deprived of everyday pleasures. He cited large numbers in steel iron, gas, cement, paper, coke, beet sugar, chemical industries and bakeries.
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