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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1901
Page
8
Patient describes lifelong eczema woes from a blood acidic humor and skin irritation. Three doctors failed to help. after using three bottles of S. S. S. they claim complete cure fifteen years ago and no recurrence since. The ad touts S. S. S. as a neutral coolant that soothes the blood and softens skin.
J H Coon sold 530 acres northeast of Mitchell to Chicago investors Ford and Boyd and R S Young of Clear Lake Iowa for 10000 dollars about 20 dollars per acre. Inter State Land Co arranged the deal and Hawley notes several hundred more acres sold that day. Interest from Iowa buyers increases with spring, and many sales are being completed.
The famed Bucklen Arnica Salve billed as the best in the world for cuts burns ulcers sores and skin eruptions. Box of four selling for 25 cents at S B Scallio's drug store.
A traveler reports twenty seven smallpox cases in Platte, prompting strict quarantine and urgent efforts to prevent spread. Nearby towns report no cases while other regions in the Black Hills and central states face rising counts.
The Collegiate Champions stand atop South Dakota college football as Dakota University retained the state title by defeating every local opponent. Mitchell, previously a contender, did not face State University, and this year remains undisputed as Mitchell beat all South Dakota teams yet Dakota University secured the championship.
Mitchell's football squad, led by captain Hardy, finished a standout season with decisive wins including a 40 to 6 over Flandreau and a 28 to 0 Thanksgiving victory, while key players Oliphant, Wells, Kingsbury, and Maxon anchored a nearly invincible lineup under Prof. Engetrom and Geo. Douthit.
A Friday board of education meeting tackled overcrowded classrooms as winter term enrollments surged. Supt. Quiglen urged adding staff and the board hired Prof. Chris Holbrook of Alexandria as the second assistant principal, who begins duties Monday.
Sheriff Swindler, at the Pierre convention, secured papers to extradite Homder Camden a former town resident. Camden was found in Denver on requisition. Colorado governor refused to recognize the order for the 14 year old victim's alleged assailant, and Swindler began return home.
Senator Geo A Johnston Representative Harry L Bras and W J Healey returned Friday from Pierre where the Northwestern road train met the Milwaukee at Wolsey. The legislature adjourned for over Sunday while the appropriations committee began inspecting state institutions for needs, but thus far the session offers little excitement.
An 1870s style ad offers Mull's Lightning Pain Killer at 25c claiming instant cure for cholera croup rheumatism diphtheria and other pains both internal and external. It is advertised as safe for children and pure and sold by J. H. Ferris.
Dr H M Finnerud of Water Town says he cannot accept or sustain a spot on the South Dakota board of charities and corrections. He notes the time commitment and professional duties, plans to write Gov Herreid to withdraw, and may resign if no statewide reason justifies his acceptance.
Advertises a purgative pill claiming gentle liver and bowel stimulation to expel poisons, cleanse the system, and cure constipation and sick headache. Priced at 25 cents at S. A. Scallin's drug store.
Traveling men face smallpox fears as many seek vaccination before trips. They will monitor vaccination marks on their left arms for weeks to ensure protection before entering Charles Mix County, reducing risk of exposure during travel across the state.
Mrs C A Beebe wife of a Milwaukee railroad engineer living at Duff and Fourth streets fell Monday evening while carrying items down the cellar stairs missing her footing at the attic head. She partially dislocated a shoulder but doctors expect a quick recovery.
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