Unusually cold December and snowy month noted
The article records a harsh December with varied weather, including rain at month start, mild spells, and heavy snowfall late in the month. It mentions local individuals such as watchman Harry Greene, George Alt, T. N. Kirkpatrick, Miss Gail Rainey, and Iris Crawford, plus social events and a wedding attended by Mamie Grace of Mitchell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gail Rainey
Mitchell
Iris Crawford
Raineys
H. H. Hopkins
Nellie Ward
Frank Ward
Mamie Grace
Oliver Grace
Gladys Davies
New Discovery Claims Quick Grip Relief
A reader testimonial from A. Dann of Valley, Risk, describes rapid recovery after three weeks with grip symptoms using a product advertised as a new discovery. The item promises relief for sore throat, fever, coughing, and bronchitis with a price of 50c to 1.00, guaranteed by Diehl & Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conan
Dann
Valley
Risc
Diehl & Brown
Residents of Forestburg Reorganize Household Names
Local residents Mr and Mrs odes who have lived near Forestburg for two years announce a name change to H B Rodee and Mrs Witzel. They plan to stay this winter and may relocate later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odes
Runear Forestburg
H.B. Rodee
Bucklen Arnica Salve Heals Piles and More
Will A. Marsh of Siler City North Carolina says he suffered with piles until using Bucklen's Arnica Salve and was cured. The salve also treats burns boils ulcers fever sores eczema cuts and chapped hands with quick relief. 25c at Diehl and Brown's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will A. Marsh
Siler City
N. C
Diehl & Brown's
Helgerson Kolstad Nuptials Staged Near Elk Point
Leonard Helgerson wed Miss Josie Kolstad in Elk Point on Thursday evening. The couple plan to return home today as friends and relatives from Davison county and nearby areas offer congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon
Leonard Helgerson
Elk Point
Josie Kolstad
Helgerson
G.H
Millard Helgerson
Mer
George B. Kelsey
Farmer
Virginia
Kelsey
Davison County
Brendon Township
Ed Holtel
Peter Nelson
Peter McCauley
Underwood
Methodist Church
Mr. Underwood
Migs
Sadie Johnson
Mitchell Bhe
Rev. E. Wilson
Chamberlain
George W. Downs
Illinois
W. G. Simpson
Iowa
Ford Shane
Lake Preston
Capt. Bullock Named U S Marshal for South Dakota
The Alexandria Herald notes the reappointment of Seth Bullock as United States marshal for South Dakota. The move shifts power away from insurgent factions and against promises some senators made. Taft’s selection is praised as balancing competing factions and offsetting Shober’s position in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bullock
Alexandria
Seth Bullock
United States
South Dakota
Taft
Teddy
Shober
Washington
Defends Crop Estimate Cites Government Compare and Hay Claim
Doane Robinson defends South Dakota crop estimates arguing government figures for corn and hay are too low due to not accounting for new farming methods and wild hay. He cites his 1909 corn estimate of 86 million bushels and 3.35 million tons of hay, predicting a larger census result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Republican
South Dakota
Electric Bitters Saved Murray Ayers From Death
Murray Ayers of Transit Bridge New York describes a near fatal illness with liver trouble and weight loss. He credits Electric Bitters with restoring health and recuperating the 40 pounds he had lost. The advertisement promotes the medicine for stomach liver and kidney troubles at Diehl Brown's store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murray W. Ayers
Transit Bridge
N. Y
Diehl & Brown’s
Chamberlain sanitarium doubles capacity with new additions
In Chamberlain on December 30 the sanitarium completes additions that more than double capacity. Seventy-one new patient rooms equipped with steam heat electric light and hot and cold water expand facilities. A 40 by 60 foot symposium and a 20 by 70 foot dining room join a new 40 by 70 treatment department with modern hydropathic equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Aul B
Sanitarium
State Board of Education
Northwest
New York
Colorado
Chamberlain Sanitarium
Chamberlain
Making Life Safer Through New Life Pills
Dr. King's New Life Pills are advertised as a safe tonic for Cofistipa tion billiousness dyspepsia indigestion liver disorders. The ad claims they build up health and are available for 25c at Diehl and Brown's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Diehl & Brown’s
New Year's Reception at Mitchell YMCA Highlights Youth Engagement
Mitchell held a New Year’s reception for the YMCA at city hall rooms. Citizens toured the YMCA headquarters, enjoyed refreshments, and viewed mechanical drawing exhibits. A short musical program preceded quick basketball games featuring many younger boys, signaling strong support for YMCA programs and developing manhood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Men’s Christian Association
Mitchell
United Land Office
Doan's Kidney Pills Relief for Back and Kidney Pain
A midwestern worker recounts backache and kidney distress eased after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He recalls suffering for months with back pain interfering with sleep before buying the remedy at a local drug store. After a short course, pain subsided and he recommends Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doas
Ein Mitchell
Dean
Dishl & Brown's
Cecoe - Sresy
Kodol Digestive Aid Promises Quick Stomach Relief
An advertisement urges readers with indigestion to use Kodol to rest and heal the stomach. It claims Kodol digests all foods and offers a money back guarantee if unsatisfied after full use. The copy promotes the product as superior to ordinary pepsin tablets and notes the large bottle is 2½ times the size of the fifty cent bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E.C. DeWitt & Co
Chicago
Fehl & Brown
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Harry Greene
George Alt
T. N. Kirkpattick
MT. Vernon
Toledo
Ohio
Eney & Co
Hall
Robinson
Doane Robinson
Department of History
Pierre, S. D
Ues
Dustrial School
City Hall
Sunderer
Scallin Bros. Co
Jexall
Mitchell Trust Company
S. D
Mitchell National Bank
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