Daily Industrial Times Front Page News
January 12, 1906 issue led by GW Downey as editor. Mitchell Printing Co. is listed in the masthead as proprietor. No further story details are readable in the fragment provided.
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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1906
Page
9
Insurance investigation marks a public accountability shift
The county paper reviews the long overdue inquiry into major insurance firms. It recalls policyholders expect only policy faces after death while urging strong reforms. The New York Tribune cautions that sifting testimony and legislative action will take time before meaningful remedies emerge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Tribune
Ito
State investigation praised for fairness and skill
The report commends the investigation as thorough and impartial, noting no attempt to sensationalize or influence public opinion. It highlights candor and curiosity in seeking truth, and calls the inquiry a notable example of state service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ares
The Power of Space in Space Advertising
Two clothiers consider equal goods and text but differ in ad space. Experts say larger space yields proportionally greater sales, since size makes ads stand out. Crowded layouts fail to grab attention. elbow room plus compelling text wins buyers.
Stone for Capitol Sparks Columns of Debate
The Sioux Falls Press argues Bedford stone, not granite, should grace the new capitol via easier work and ornamental potential. It notes native granite is harder to shape, a main point in the stone discussion for the building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre
Capitol Wing Plans Spark Debate Over Stone Source
The editorial discusses state officers pushing a capitol expansion while debating stone sourcing. It argues against South Dakota stone, supports bidding from various quarries, and notes a proposed $5000 building with land valued at $800,000. The piece frames the project as essential yet procedurally tight and politically charged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Minnehaha
Indian education debate echoes in Oregonian view
The Portland Oregonian argues against forcing schooling for Indians and for allowing self guided life with white influence. It notes education often creates dissatisfied educated Indians who cannot reach equality, predicting assimilation by whites as the eventual solution despite current troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leupp
Portland Oregonian
Notice for west Missouri river land relinquishments
Parties desiring land west of the Missouri river should correspond with W. M. Lewis at Stearns Post Office Stanley Co South Dakota. Choice relinquishments offered and locating services available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri River
W. M. Lewis
Stearns P. O
Stanley Co
S. D
Supreme court ruling affects taxation of moneys and credits
The South Dakota Supreme Court reverses Judge Smith on whether the county board can tax moneys and credits held by Clay county residents. Vermillion expects about $1,100 in 1904 taxes, with broader statewide impact as mortgage and money assessments become ongoing. The Salmer case arose after a 1904 movement to tax these assets, pitting Salmer’s constitutional challenge against board and county counsel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermillion, Special
Supreme Court
Smith
Board of County Commissioners
Clay County
Vermillion
G. T. Salmer
Thomas Sterling
State University Law Department
H. G. Tilton
C. H. Dillon
Yankton
EB. G. Smith
Circuit Court
Council
Salmer
Iowa
Nebraska
Snobbish Lieutenant Stirs Theatre Incident in New London
The New York World reports Lieutenant Ray I. Taylor of the coast artillery asked Sergeant Patrick Butler to change his theatre seat. The snobbish act prompts its own commentary, though the incident’s point remains unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ray I. Taylor
Coast Artillery
Patrick Butler
London
Resolutions of Respect for Fireman Thomas H. Briggs
Mitchell Fire Department expresses sorrow at the death of Thomas H. Briggs. The resolutions note his service as a valued member, extend sympathy to his wife and family, and request publication in the Daily Republican along with an engrossed copy for his widow and records of the department. Committee: J. G. Markham, Raymond Thompson, Des Brooks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas H. Briggs
Mitchell Fire Department
Daily Republican
J. G. Markham
Raymond Thompson
Des Brooks
Prohibitionists appoint helper to win Indian votes
The prohibition state committee names J. G. Taness of Good Will Roberts county to work among Indian voters to enlist them for the prohibition party. It notes a general lean toward the party among Indians but reports the effort to organize among them.
Installation of Officers at Western Star Rebekah Lodge
At the Western Star Rebekah lodge meeting on Saturday evening, newly elected officers were installed by Miss Lilly Patterson and others. Officers include Noble Grand Frances Kootit, Vice Grand Hulda Johnson, Secretary Mary A. Spink, Warden Della Porteous, Outside Guardian M Halphide, Chaplain Margaret Barrett, and others. Refreshments followed the ceremony to conclude a pleasant evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Star Rebekah Lodge
Lilly Patterson
Jennie Jensen
Amelia Adams
Sarah Rogers
R. M. Spink
J. H. Ferris
Noble
Ifrances Kootit
Hulda Johnson
Mary A. Spink
Della Porteous
M. Halphide
Margaret Barrett
R. 8S
N. G
S. B
Footing slips as type form crashes in newspaper plant
Foreman Scoville slipped while moving type to the press and knocked the form into a mass. He saved the form but a chevron of body type and display type broke apart, and a sharp press corner cut his cheek. The mishap forced the paper to improvise with plates and omit the local page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foreman Scoville
Republican
J. A. Jelly Heads South Dakota Report Trip
J. A. Jelly general manager for the J. I. Case Co. South Dakota left Saturday for Racine Wisconsin to attend the annual managers meeting. He plans a two week absence and expects to report on the South Dakota business to the company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Jelly
J. I. Case Co
South Dakota
Racine
Wis
Jelly
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mitchell
HE Mitchell Printing CO
GW. Downey
Official
Capitol
Khutler
Germany
United States
Square
Rebekah Lodge
Choice Merchandise
W. H. Conyes
Men's & Boys
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