Mitchell Considers Carnegie $10000 Library Offer
Mitchell weighs a $10000 gift from Andrew Carnegie for a public library. The plan requires $1000 yearly maintenance from the city, with site on Third street proposed and possible integration with a new city hall. Local officials will present the measure at the next council meeting and upcoming election for public vote.
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Mitchell
E. S. Johnston
The
Gazette
James Bertram
Andrew Carnegie
Johnson
Bertram
Carnegie
Aberdeen
Sioux Falls
Post Office
Third Street
City Hall
Iity
Proposition for Mitchell Improvement Seized as Lifetime Chance
The text argues for careful examination and a favorable outcome for Mitchell, noting the Republican seeks Elliott Mitchell’s progress aligned with state standing. It frames the matter as a once in a lifetime opportunity and asks what should be done with the proposition.
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Mitchell
Tri-State Poultry Group Formed Across Minnesota Iowa South Dakota
Sioux Falls papers report Luverne poultry fanciers have formed a tri state association spanning Minnesota Iowa and South Dakota. South Dakota poultry men were not consulted yet about consolidation though show officials may decide this at the upcoming show in Sioux Falls. The new body plans a January 1908 meeting in Sioux Falls.
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Sioux Falls
Luverne
Minnesota
Towa
South Dakota
South Dakota Association
Muster in Band for Second Regiment Pitched
Captain Coursey of Company D reports Adjutant General Conklin sent word that the Mitchell band will be the second regiment band with Gov. Herrick’s approval. Conklin plans to inspect Company D around February 1 in Mitchell and muster the band accordingly. The men expect to be in good form after rehearsals to impress the governor and adjutant general.
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Conklin
Mitchell
Coursey
Co. D
Two Teachers Elected to New East Side School Post
The Mitchell board of education, after a special meeting, elected Miss Mamie Saul to fill Miss Anna Hannebuth's east side primary seat as the district expands. Miss Pearl Jackson was chosen for the new department, while overcrowded rooms prompt creating a new class with about 34 pupils. Mitchell's school census exceeds 1000 children.
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Board of Education
Anna Hannebuth
Sioux City
Mamie Saul
Hannebuth
East Side
Miss Saul
Quigley
Tifteery
Alice Sauls
Pearl Jackson
Thiis
Miss Jackson
Alumni Hall
West Side
Mitchell
Public Sale Planned for All School Lands in County
The article notes a public sale of all county school lands set for March 27. It also covers a large Union meeting at the Methodist church in Mitchell with speakers on temperance, voter education, and civic duty.
Curfew Ordinance Seen Reducing Youth Arrests
Following the curfew's enactment there was a notable drop in juvenile arrests. Mrs. Vermilyea urged strengthening family stability at home, arguing the curfew would become unnecessary once families are secure. Miss Anna Elsner delivered a fine recitation and the program closed with a duet by Miss Lee and Mr. Kratz.
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Methodist Church
C. E. Vermilyea
Emily Bras
Myrtle Lee
Miss Lee
Fred Kratz
T. H. Youngman
Flora Wilson
L. A. Stout
Union
Walter Seaman
B. A. Bobb
C. BE. Hager
Mitchell
BE. J. Quigley
Lands in Davison County To Be Sold This Spring
The state lands in Davison County will be sold this spring with an appraisal to be conducted in Mitchell before leases expire next month. The lands are described as valuable and expected to fetch a good price at early April sale.
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Davison County
Anderson
School and Public Lands
Mitchell
Liquid Air Wonders at Mitchell Court House
A large audience attended a Liquid Air demonstration at the Mitchell courthouse to benefit the University athletic association. Prof Patty explained the liquid air concept and performed experiments including freezing roses and vegetables, and a professor had a hand frozen to show surgical uses. The event highlighted liquid air as a potential future commercial power.
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Court House
University Athletic Association
Mitchell
Patty
Bureau
Mitchell Teachers Targeted by Sioux City Moves
Another Mitchell school teacher, Miss Anna Hannebuth, has been called to Sioux City and resigned. Previous staff departures, including Miss Connor, suggest Sioux City seeks one more Mitchell instructor. The pattern raises concerns over staffing and local school stability.
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Mitchell
Sioux City
Anna Tannebuth
Board of Education of
Board of Education
Hannebuth
Connor
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South Main Street
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M. H. Gosche
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Gov. Herried
Ad. Gen. Conklin
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Tri-State Organization
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