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Mitchell Capital

Location

Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1914

Page

8

Chicago market slow and cattle hog prices fall

Chicago Union Stock Yards report shows hog receipts 47 000 with prices mostly 7.85 to 8.20 for heavy and mixed lots, cattle receipts about 21 000 with steers around 6.60 to 9.30, sheep receipts 25 000 with lambs 6.70 to 7.20, Sioux City hogs trading at 7.60 to 7.85 and notes overall weakness in beef and stocker demand amid Tuesday market softness.

Union Stock Yards Chicago Texas Shep Hioux City Sioux City Steddy Towa

Minneapolis Wheat and Corn Prices in Cash Close

Minneapolis cash close reports No 1 hard wheat at 89 3 8 to 87 3 8 for arrivals, No 1 northern 84 7 8 to 88 5 8, No 2 northern 83 3 8 to 85 7 8, No 3 wheat 81 3 8 to 83 7 8. Corn shelled 52 and ear corn 50. oats 230. barley 35 50. FLA 1 20. Prices reflect partial and varied contract terms and delivery locations.

Minneapolis Minn Northern Montana

Milwaukee Grain Market Prices and Arrivals Report

The Milwaukee market lists oats and barley quality grades with arrivals and prices. Wheat and corn futures show mixed bids with spot and future prices from Dakota and Minnesota regions, alongside rye and flax values and arrival windows.

Milwaukee Wis Diabota Dakota

Wilson Demonstrates Candy Kindness in Pass Christian

President distributed boxes of Wilson’s candy to children along the Gulf Port to golf links route. Secret service personnel handed out candy at each house as the big White House car stopped, and youngsters rushed to greet him.

Pass Christian Gulf Port Wilson Secret Service

New Haven Eyes Reorganization Amid Federal Talks

Washington reports Attorney General McReynolds has not decided on criminal prosecutions for former New Haven officers. A final government stance on the railroad will come within 48 hours if New Haven agrees to complete reorganization to restore competition in New England transport. If not, antitrust actions could sever the road from its steamship trolley and rail holdings.

Washington, D. C McReynolds New Haven Road New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Department of Justice New Haven New England Road Howard Elliott Elliott Washington Mr. Wilcott Ruck

New Haven Faces Trustee Plan in Railroad Case

Justice Department presses for New Haven to surrender Boston and Maine railroad and end joint control with New York Central. McReynolds demands elimination of trolley lines and steamship holdings. If Elliott concedes, a Sherman Act suit may be avoided and transport reforms in New England could proceed peacefully.

New Haven Boston and Maine Railroad New York Central Boston and Albany Department of Justice McReynolds New Hraven Elliott New Tingland

Political ticket listed for United States and state offices

A section outlines a ticket headed by United States Senator E P Johnson of Kingsbury for governor and other candidates across districts. Names include D C Bond of Davison lieutenant governor, K Francis Atwood of Roberts third district, Fred L Fairchild of Meade, John Knapp of Roberts, and others such as M B Bacon, Ole Venjum, W A Bauer, Clara Strohmeier, Jared Huck, Ira Brink, I M Burnside, and O G Leland as national committeeman, with no explicit election result.

United States E. P. Johnson Kingsbury Congress D. C. Bond Davison K. Francis Atwood Roberts Fred L. Fairchild Meade John (. Knapp Bacon Brookings Ole Venjum W. *. Bauer Day W. 4. Williams Beadle Clara Strohmeier Borwn Jared B. Huck Ira. Brink I. M. Burnside Hyde Leland

Burke Says He Will Win Out for Senate Nomination

Representative Charles H. Burke accepted the Republican minority committee’s nomination for the United States Senate in Pierre. He pledged to win the party nomination in March and planned to depart for South Dakota soon to lead his campaign, after long urging from GOP supporters.

Washington Charles H. Burke United States Senate Pierre Burke South Dakota Senate

Aberdeen totals show Brown county March primary enrollment

The Brown county enrollment for the March primary reaches 4,475 with 24 progressives who cannot vote due to lack of party organization, plus 3,153 Republicans 1,122 Democrats and 127 Socialists. This nearly matches the 4,985 vote cast in November 1912.

Aberdeen S. D Brown County

Fraud sentences for Radio Telephone Company officials

John Dunlap Smith, president, received 18 months in Atlanta federal prison and a $5,001 fine for conspiring to swindle investors via mail. Elmer Burlingame, an agent, drew 30 months and $10,100. The Ellsworth company, a subsidiary, was fined $10,500. Government officials said investors were misled.

New York City John Dunlap Smith Radio Telephone Company Hunt Atlanta Elmer Burlingame Ellsworth Company

Beware of Mercury Ointments for Cats

Warning against ointments containing mercury for cats with cautions on dangers. Mentions Hoell's Catarrh Cure by F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo and Fink's Catarroh Cure, urging purchasers to seek prescrip tions from reputable physicians and buy genuine products from Toledo firms. Customers cautioned about internal use and risks to blood and mucous surfaces.

Hhoell F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Fink Teledo Ohio Vis Theney & Co Prird The.per Vottle Tlec Usl

Switched Out Of Large Sum Inheritance By False Representations

A case alleges a large inheritance was redirected through false representations by an aunt or a group of aunts. The proceedings focus on alleged deceit affecting the will or estate distribution and the legality of the transfer.

Chamberlain to Quit Parliament Amid Southern France Trip

Joseph Chamberlain, veteran British statesman, announces retirement from Parliament at next general election. He has served West Birmingham in the House of Commons since 187, citing desire to allow a younger leader to carry on the Unionist cause. Health remains stable as he departs for Southern France.

Birmingham Ngland Joseph Chamberlain France House of Commons West Birmingham Unionist Association Chamberlain

No Motive for Triple Crime

Los Angeles police cannot determine a motive for the triple murder and death by self destruction that killed attorney W. M. Melton, Mrs. Mary Graves Cox of San Francisco, and her 12 year old daughter Florence. Officers believe Mrs. Cox planned the crime after a single gunshot wounded Melton four times in a hotel where the trio had been staying.

Los Angeles Calif W. M. Melfon Mary Graves Cox San Francisco Florence

Mottoes of factions in party meetings outlined

Pierre D D notes the faction meetings chose tickets on Monday. The majority Republicans advocate for popular government, presidential primaries, good roads, tax revision, ownership of express companies, and economy. Minority Republicans seek Republicanism honesty fairness efficiency for party, not individual seekers. Democrats call for equal rights and efficiency in government. Socialists demand the socialization of means of production and distribution for the greatest number, with each motto within a sixteen word limit.

Wonderful Cough Remedy Dr King's New Discovery

Local testimonial promotes Dr Kings New Discovery as an effective cough and cold remedy. D P Lawson of Eidson Tennessee states it is the most wonderful throat and lung medicine he sells with quick relief for long troubles and strong family use suggested. Five cents.

Bucklen's Stomach Medicine Ad Ends with Mail Order Note

An advertisement states price at one dollar and directs readers that the product is available from druggists or by mail from Bucklen & Co. in Philadelphia and St. Louis. The copy emphasizes easy access and nationwide distribution.

Bucklen & Co Philadelphia St. Louis

Dowdell Tests the Democrats in Platform Fight

Pierre South Dakota veteran Walter Emmett Dowdell of Sanborn county declined the Democratic nomination for Congress in the First district used Robert’s rules to force record votes on two platforms. His liquor ban plank drew 17 votes and woman suffrage 26, with Dowdell achieving his aim of committing committee members to a public record.

Davison County Mr. Dowdell

Complaints Over Pennsylvania Wool Tax and Coal Prices

Washington reports complaints to Attorney General McReynolds that a Pennsylvania tax on anthracite mining raises coal prices. The 21 percent tax, projected to yield about $5 million annually, is challenged as unconstitutional. Operators pass the tax to retailers who price it to consumers.

Washington, D. C McReynolls Alege Pennsylvania Department of Justice

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promises Fast Frost Bite Relief

Advertises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a universal remedy for frost bite related pain healing rough skin chapped lips and varous skin ailments. Claims quick relief and broad use with a 25 cent price from Bucklen & Co. Philadelphia or St Louis.

Bucklen H I. Bucklen & Co Philadelphia St Louis

Williamson endorsed by both factions for judge in Gregory county

Delegates from the Fairfax Gregory County judicial convention in South Dakota report that Judge Williamson of the eleventh circuit won unanimous endorsement from both the majority and minority Republican factions. About 100 majority and 70 minority committeemen attended, signing petitions. Democrats reportedly endorsed Williamson. J L Hannett filed a petition but lacked substantial support and may run as an independent.

J. L. Hannett Preston & Hannett Mitchell

Giddings Starts Action Over Iowa Will Contests

H Giddings of the law firm Geddings Tym traveled to Polk County Iowa to begin contested will proceedings. The move may involve one of the largest estate cases tried in the region as authorities pursue longstanding Iowa laws on wills.

H. G. Giddings Law Geddings & Tym Iowa Polk +ounty Laws

Probate Dispute Over Harlow Granger Estate in Iowa

A two thirds share of Harlow Granger estate assets valued around $200,000 plus 80 acres in Des Moines plus 320 acres in Watherie county and 160 in Adair county and about $50,000 personal property are in dispute. Frank W. Press faces injunctions over property transfers and a farm sale profits. The 90 year old widow allegedly influenced by Press is central to the case.

Des Moines Watherie County Iowa Adair County Harlow Granger Polk County Frank W. Press Judge Ranger

Community notes from Alexandria and Beresford events

Sheriff Thomas Yordon in Beresford. Chris Schuttler visits from the county northeast. Blanche Gordon hosts New Year’s Eve party with guests from Mitchell. Several residents visit relatives in Iowa and Sioux Falls. Alexandria high school basketball teams travel to Hartford. girls win 2 to 11, boys lose to Dartford. Roselade colony nets the largest Jim River haul, seining 16 000 pounds under Deputy F A Martin. many townsfolk receive fish.

Alexandria S. D Thos. Yordon Beresford Chris Schuttler Blanche Gordon Mitchell Hanner Hartford Genevieve Mantum Dartford Jim River Roselade F. A. Martin

LeS Loomis and Friends Travel Postponed Visit

Victor Young travels from Saskatch ewan to Carthage with brother Alvin for two days then plans return. Jesse Kidd hosts bachelor party with friends. guests praise his cooking and entertainment. Frank Kidd ill with pneumonia this past week. Emanuel class party at Bonham home draws good attendance. J B Taylor hosts Christmas and New Year’s Day at new home completed this fall. Garw and Mrs Blaine Finley return to Adel Iowa after visit.

Loomis Victor Young Carthage Alvin Saskatchewan Canada Jesse Kidd Jesse Frank Kidd Emanuel Bonham

Local Social News and Upcoming Events in Smithwick

Mrs. Will Joy of Smithwick arrives Saturday to visit her ill mother Mrs. W. Butts. A farmers elevator hosts a good speaker Thursday evening January 8. The Johnson orchestra provides music for a dance Sunday evening January 0. W G C T U meets with Mrs. R Wilkinson on Wednesday January.

Will Joy Smithwick S. D W. Butts Farmers Elevator Johnson Orchestra R. Wilkinson

Letcher Area Social and Hospital Movements

Mike Kelley spent Christmas at Armour with Geo Bean's family. Maggie Grant went to Mitchell hospital for treatment with Mrs J Pepper. Mrs R B Rearick visited relatives in Wakonda South Dakota. Frank Jacobus and daughter Myrle were Mitchell visitors. Mitchell visitors included W Card Indlee and B L Ballard. N L Heald and wife returned from a trip to Wisconsin. Chas McGarvey of Jamaca Iowa visiting his father. Dr R Reynolds and wife returned from Aberdeen after Christmas visit. Mrs Ralph Weston recovered at home after Mitchell hospital operation.

N. L

Class Scraps Reach Crisis at Dakota Wesleyan

Sophomore class at Dakota Wesleyan faces suspension over demonstrations and loyalty pledges after a December clash over a destroyed freshman flag. Letters urged chapel attendance, loyalty pledges, and a January 19 suspension end date with several students admitting involvement or offering confessions.

Dakota Wesleyan U. Seaman Hill Seaman Thei

Bishop of North Dakota Consecrated in Hagerstown

In Hagerstown Maryland Rev John Poyntz Tyler rector of St Johns Protestant Episcopal church was to be consecrated as Bishop of North Dakota. He was elected by the general convention of Potagaitenys in New York last October in a notable assembly.

N. D Hagerstown John Poyntz Tyler St. John’s Protestant Episcopal Church North Dakota Potagaitenys New York

Also Mentioned on This Page

Western National Bank Mitchell, S. D Mitchell, Grain ‘Market Bastord Great Britain Gordons McKibben’s Dowdell Democrats Williamson Eleventil W. A. Caldwell Uesday Lucy Caldwell Ota, Owa Mary Conlan Sioux Falls Mrs. M. Kionlan Ed. O’brien Jare Irene Winery O. S. Kingoss Ralph Deacon Monay Elatives Percy Smith A. H. Betts W. J. Smith Centerville
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