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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1913
Page
7
The 1910 census reports 61,502 farms totaling 478,451,740 acres with value of land and buildings. Owners operate most farms, tenants form about 37 percent, and hired managers comprise under 7 percent. Dairy records are incomplete, with 1900-1910 data showing rising dairy production and farm versus factory influence.
The first entertainment by the Christian Bible sermonoot in Gale hall on Christmas night drew a large crowd. Music, Santa Claus, and a well loaded Christmas tree delighted the audience as the program impressed with memorized parts and festive decor. Committee members George Osborn and others receive praise for organizing the event. A Sunday Bible service at 10 a.m. features a sermon titled The Word of the Lord as the first in a series.
Prohibitionists in Fulton South Dakota celebrate after the town’s only saloon is shut. Owner O. J. Close pleaded guilty to violations and received a fine of 800 dollars plus 25 dollars in costs in Alexandria court. The lengthy case stirred the town and county.
Esther Marble and Hon. W Br van Demark were married by Rev. Samuel H Marble in Alexandria. A reception followed. the couple departed for the Twin Cities. Van Demark serves as Hanson County attorney and was named Assistant United States District Attorney by E B Wagner. They will reside in Alexandria.
Hay shortages across the country push strong demand in the state as baling becomes a major industry. Market quotes show hay at seven to eight dollars per ton, with South Dakota hay fetching higher prices due to its noted nutritious quality.
Mr and Mrs D C Currier celebrated their golden wedding at home near Canistota with 4 children 27 grandchildren and one great grandchild present. Family and friends shared afternoon and evening recitations and a continuous line of refreshments. The couple aged 76 and 66 have lived near Canistota for more than a quarter century.
Dr. Robert L. Slagle, president of the state college at Brookings, will speak to Northern Normal and Industrial School students in Aberdeen on February 4. He follows a policy of inviting heads of other state institutions, with Dr. Nash already featuring Dr. O'Hara and Dr. Franklin D. Gank in the series.
French reports detail growing cocaine use in Paris with young women in Montmartre’s Latin Quarter sought as victims. Police raid a sixth-floor dealer’s office. prices run about 74 cents a gramme. National labor strikes and U S car makers feature in broader news from France this period.
After spending nearly 800000 dollars and reshaping almost 1,000,000 square yards of bank near Folsom, the Burlington Railway and government engineers fear a new Missouri River channel could bypass the present course. The current attacks above Molsom threaten Plattsmouth bridge and Pacific Junction yards, with main line tracks out of service for long periods.
Aberdeen notes H. D. H. Lubeck of Howard as a record holding lodge official for the Modern Woodmen. He has served fourteen years as clerk of the Howard lodge, missing only one loan session, while the order has paid 330,000 to widows. His push to keep assessments paid up saved about 20,000 destined for beneficiaries.
Court order in Charles Mix County South Dakota directs sale of the northwest quarter and southwest quarter of section 34 township 102 range 61 west at private sale for cash to the highest bidder. Written offers accepted at the residence in Lake Andes and the sale date is after January 11. Margeret I Quatiss administrator of the estate of Mittin Quiley deceased.
Executor Mitchell Trust Company announces an estate settlement for Homer C Warner deceased. Creditors and claimants must file claims within six months of first publication at Mitchell Trust Company office in Mitchell Davison County South Dakota. Dated December 30, 1412.
State of South Dakota Davison County to L A Prad record owner and possessor. Land and lots unpaid taxes sold November 14 1910 for 1909 taxes. Block 17 University addition Mitchell sold to W C Foster with deed of purchase. Redemption expires 60 days after service. deed will be issued to Foster if not redeemed. Agent Royilu signs for Foster.
A large Christmas gathering at Mrs J J Haynes on Fourth Avenue West included twenty four men women and grandchildren. Guests enjoyed a hearty dinner and a large decorated Christmas tree with many presents for all attendees. Mr and Mrs H D Butterfield hosted a Christmas Day event with friends and a five course dinner. Arthur B Trombley of Dubuque Iowa visited for the holiday as part of the celebration.
Notice to creditors of Mary E McCormick deceased to exhibit claims with vouchers within six months after first publication. Mitchell Trust Company named as executor, office in Mitchell Dayisen County. Dated December 23 1912.
The annual meeting of the stockholders of Mitchell Power Company will be held at the office in Mitchell Davison South Dakota on Thursday January 1918 at 7 30 p m A board of directors will be elected for the ensuing year and other business as may come before the stockholders meeting Dated Mitchell South Dakota December 16 1912 J Spangler Secretary H Wurdock President
Probate notice to creditors and claimants of D. T. Denmead deceased. O. L. Branson, administrator with will annexed, directs claims with vouchers within six months after first publication. Office of administrator in Mitchell Davison County South Dakota. Dated December 16, 1912.
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