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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1905
Page
9
The article argues for automatic safety devices to prevent disobedience of signals and derailments. It cites block signal brakes and rear trip mechanisms, plus interlocked elevator doors as models. It urges delegation of safety oversight, mechanical enforcement, and farmer education through institutes as statewide public safety measures.
Dakota Farmer notes Governor Elrod endorses creating publicly funded farmers institutes. He cites most states support such institutes, South Dakota lags, and improving agricultural prosperity hinges on investments to boost farm efficiency and industry growth.
Legislators discuss agricultural needs and state assistance to boost seed quality and farming. The seed-wheat special train by the North-Western railroad has spurred farmer interest in better seed grain. The aim is more corn, wheat, rye, barley, and oats on same acreage, with broader farmer support needed.
John Longstaff of Huron recalls the capital removal struggle at Pierre. He notes promises to back the winner in the contest and accuses supporters of Pierre of breaking faith, with Beadle County and Huron said to have long sought moving the capital.
Adjutant General Conklin resigns as head of the state militia after citing the governor’s message on needed appropriation and misalignment over the primary election law. Lieutenant Englesby to be appointed adjutant general. legislature’s militia funding remains uncertain with no clear return to $70,000.
Yankton gains a new history project as veteran editor George W Kingsbury begins compiling an extensive readable history of the state’s oldest town. He has lived in Yankton long enough to gather material for an engaging narrative.
A reader expresses interest in a well written history of Yankton tracing its early incidents and linking the town’s development to the broader territory era. The note suggests enjoying a book in that classic style.
John Sutherland introduces a $50,000 general fund request for a state capitol with $125,000 annual for subsequent construction. A land sale plan aims to raise funds. Senator Cooper pushes liquor licensing changes, Anti-Saloon League foresees resistance, Mose Kaufman surveys dealers. O M Osbon launches Pierre daily paper backing petition campaigns. Branson earns senate praise for leadership in registration duties, Mitchell residents laud the honor.
In Pierre the legislature has formed committee appointments. Senators named chairmen include Lawson for Judiciary Toy for elections and privileges Payne for Education Abel for State affairs Dillon for Ways and Means Hranson for Appropriations Saltmarsh for Railroads Wagner for Federal relations Stephens for Public buildings Williams for Charitable and penal institutions Roberts for Cities and Municipal Corporations Northrup for Insurance and banking Stoddard for Public lands Neil for Military affairs. Senator L Branson of this city was named chairman of the Appropriations Committee.
Minneapolis Journal quotes John G. Lund predicting a strong 1905 real estate year. He notes rising inquiries from Eastern buyers and tenants seeking cheaper lands, with a spring movement expected to be heavy. Lund foresees continued high farm cereal prices and a rush to Minnesota and the Dakotas as low-price era ends.
A condensed medical notice explains that coughing signals illness and must be treated by removing the disease behind it. It warns against soothing suppressants like opiate mixtures and chloroform, endorsing Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to cure the cold by clearing mucus and easing throat irritation.
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