Mitchell Capital subscription rates and notices
The Mitchell Capital lists subscription prices for one copy in advance with extensions for six and three months while advertising rates apply to local business cards and notices. It notes staff writers, a New York appointment affecting a judge, Beecher’s enduring influence, Plymouth church pew rentals, South Dakota councilmen splitting caucuses, a bill to allow township bonds for artesian wells, and the Presbyterian Chronicler merger with Northwestern Presbyterian.
Dakota Politics and Capitol Expenditures Report
The Sioux Falls Press argues Gov Church must align with the large state Republican majority in Dakota and avoid a mongrel office distribution. Auditor Caldwell’s report lists capitol warrants totaling 52 500 60 unpaid and capitol expenses of 21 741 30, including steam heating, furniture, carpets, plumbing, and miscellaneous items, totaling 74 241 90.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
Church
Dakota
Caldwell
Capitol Commission
Capitol
Statehood plea argues for transition from territory to state
Redfield capital commissioner C H Meyers urges Congress to admit South Dakota, saying territorial government is inadequate. He cites rotting jails, lack of judges, taxed schools and stalled investments, and claims state government would launch on January 1 1888 if elected legislature votes to proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. H. Meyers
Redfield
Congress
France
South Dakota
Cleveland blocks Dakota appointments amid rings and corruption
In a interview with President Cleveland Delegate Gif ford argues Dakotans cannot be placed in offices due to widespread factionalism and corrupt ties. A Washington Pioneer Press report says ex governor Ordway has strong White House access and influences many appointments, despite Day's claims of presidential independence.
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Gifford
Cleveland
Dakota
Pioneer Press
Washington
Ordway
White House
Day
North Dakota council races shift to Matthews in presidency
The January session settles on G. A. Matthews of Brookings as president with unanimous northern support. other chair and clerk appointments follow including Slughes, Campbell, Collins, Dodge, Allen, McCumber, Shadow, Wells, Kingsbury, and Wallace. South and central factions nominate Crosse for speaker. Williams gains limited backing. joint session continues with Church's reception postponed due to storm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bismarck
G. A. Matthews
Brookings
North Dakota
Central
South
Slughes
Campbell
Brown
Collins
Grand Forks
Dodge
Stutsman
Allen
Walsh
McCumber
Richland
Wells
Black Hills
Ted Kingsbury
Watertown
Bob Wallace
Jamestown
W. B. Troy
Wahpeton
Fletcher
Williams
Judge Church
South Dakota
House
George C. Crosse
Hyde County
Crosse
Ely
Hobart
Eakins
Gary
Hamilton
Cone
Brule
Rochabaugh
Deadwood
Pussel
Canton
Bullard
Bridgewater
Miss Kelly
Sanborn County
Cook
Shields
Moody
Flyck
Ward
Schnidt
Hutchinson
Miltimore
Hanson
Mentzer
Davison
Sullivan
Aurora
Ruggles
Edmunds
Rollette
Nur
Matthews
Church
M. H. Day
Judge Francis
Pierce
John Sharp
Yankton
Sioux Falls
Statehood
Dakota
Third House
I. C. Coffan
Dennis Hannafin
Installation of Grand Army veterans officers at local hall
A large crowd of G A R veterans Sons of Veterans and women relief corps attended at the Grand Army hall last Monday for the installation of officers led by Post Commander J M Adams. Speakers Rev C B Clark and Rev A A Brown praised service while musical numbers and readings entertained the audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army Hall
G. A. R. Veterans
Sons of Veterans
Woman’s Relief Corps
C. B. Clark
J. M. Adams
W. B. Jacobs
H. Rk. Vanderbogart
N. W. Kress
Beddoes
H. Miller
H. L. Wier
Joseph Bourne
Dr. Daniels
A. W. Durfey
M. 8. Niermeyer
A. A. Brown
Mills
Maud Muller
Miss Allen
University Directors Accept Pardee Resignation
The university board met and adopted a new business system. I A Duncan became chair of mathematics and senior professor. R N Kratz named treasurer replacing Rev L Hartsough. An executive committee was formed to hire an accountant. Rev J N Pardee submitted his resignation for health reasons, to take effect once finances are in order. Bishop Bowman is slated to succeed as president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pardee
I. A. Duncan
R. N. Kratz
L. Hartsough
T. E. Blanchard
Wm. Fields
Bassford
C. B. Clark
J. N. Pardee
Bishop Bowman
Pleasant Ridge News Clock Petition and Reverend Sage Updates
Pleasant Ridge residents request a town clock while joking about tired clocks from the cold. C C Phillips promotes new sleighs that seat Dutch dozen or more. A prayer meeting at A Nivinger’s led by Rev E W Sage reports eleven attendees with resurrection verse. next week love verse. Plans include a sociable for the minister E W Sage. Grand Valley reports a good day school taught by Miss E Wright and a weekly debating school. biweekly preaching by Rev Sage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pleasant Ridge
C. C. Phillips
A. N.ivinger
E. W. Sage
Grand Valley
E. Wright
E W. Sage
Territory cases end as Lutz cleared of criminal intent
The Territory versus George Lutz before Justice J N Crow drew interest as Lutz, a Beulah township tenant, faced embezzlement charges from farmer Reese via agent Charles Burnside. Prosecution cited seed purchases charged to the proprietor with wheat resale. After fifteen witnesses, the case was dismissed as Lutz shown not guilty of criminal intent. neighbors praise the discharge.
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George Lutz
J. N. Crow
Lutz
Charles Burnside
Reese
Hannett
Warren & Hardesty
Justice Crow
Beulah Township
Boy's ankle sprain at toboggan slide after disobedience
Eddie Carlton badly sprained his ankle Tuesday evening while sliding on a toboggan slide with other boys despite a ban. His bark struck loose boards causing the accident. initial fear of a broken leg proved unfounded and the injury was not serious.
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Eddie Carlton
Contested entries cancelled with preference right notices
The list cancels multiple entries for land and residency with preference rights. It covers names such as Bennett Kane Frischer Miller Porter O'Brien and others, with required proofs of residence, declaration of intention for citizenship, and final actions including suspensions and continuations. Affected dates include December 29 30, 1886, and January 3 4, with several entries held for cancellation or needing further publication and appeal options.
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Bennett
Kane
Frischer
Miller
Porter
O'Brien
A Eee
O'Leary
Eaton
Hoffmire
Schultz
Meinhard
Walker
Mead Ne
Heman
Rosnesse
Knud Knudson
Swig
Johanna Peterson
C E
Isaac Todd
Mary Fellar
George A. Chambers
George E. Lind
Zeph D. Hollenbeck
Sarah Baker
Charles W. Brown
James E. Reed
Minnie Easterly
Christian Miller
Konrad Miller
Charles P. Carman
Joseph Schmidt
Tom M. Brisbine
Wm. A. Brisbine
George Crawford
Samuel Weinstein
Crosthwaite
Graham Vs. Figge
Totten
Martin Pierce
North Platte
Neb
Pierce
Gro
Stroud
McCarville
Rundel
Kinney
Canceet
G. Phetont
Samus Fl. Vandigort
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New York
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Ohio
Henry Ward Beecher
Plymouth Church
Lawler
Grigsby
Martin
The
Presbyterian Chronicler
H. P. Carson
Scotland
Northwestern Presbyterian
Minneapolis
Carson
Dr. Blackburn
Pierre
Dakota’s
Ayer
Taylor
Riddle Book
Walter A. Taylor
Atlanta
L. O. Gale
G.A. R
University Matters
Flocel
A. M. Bowdle
King
W. C. Russ
Land Office Notes
Www
C. Russ
Stephen Kromizuirski
C. Santay
Schafer
Schwaegler
Spissman
Spencer
Huron
Mr. Hannett
New York State
Salina
Kinay
Hogan Baxkina PoweEn Co
Colliers
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture
D.C
C.E. Andrews
Thos, Lydon
J. P. Harkins & Co
Grand Ave
Iwaukee
Harper Bros
Chicago
Ill
Peter Collier
U. S
Dept. of Agriculture
Andrews
Territory OF Dakota
Second Judicial DisTrIct
Davison County
Everitt
Kate Dowdell
O. O
Stanchfield
Territory
Willsell
Mitchell
Dakota Territory
Territy
Saeki
Mitchell, Dak
DA. Mizenur
D.D. Stanchyixeld
Iff Davison Co
Mitchie
Dak
Fin
William W. Kriebel
Afios Pt, Sinna
Henry Cribbens
George Jackson
E. M. Agno
Manders
Stitchell
B. Everitt
Reglater
Beageln & Bal
Ir & i
New York Cigars
C.L. Marston & Co's
Monon
O. Gale
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