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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1900
Page
7
Advertising rates and business directory note
TO ADVERTISERS. Rates given on application for one line advertising in F510 Drycar Es Business Locals. Friday January 26, 190.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tates
Pension report shows rising claims after civil war era
Fragmentary notes indicate pensions on account of the Spanish civil war are rising faster than expected, with about a quarter of claims filed. Officials blame the backlog and expanded eligibility, while pension agents report increased workload and scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iciais
Quay and Clark Senate Contest Prompt Popular Vote Reform
Voters may demand direct election for senators as the Quay Clark race winds down. Clark, a millionaire senator, faces scrutiny over how he reached the Senate and the legitimacy of his path.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quay
Clark
Peo
Senate
Jana
Navy de strength wi ful recruits Sioux Falls clash
Fragments describe political maneuvering amid recruits and party tensions. References to Sioux Falls populists challenging Republicans and Democrats seeking to address the public through a platform debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
Foraker Porto Rico Bill Introduced for Study and Feedback
Senator Foraker of Ohio pioneers a Porto Rico government bill not for immediate passage but for printing and review. The president and War Department have not studied it in detail, while Gen. Davis in Washington will review with the committee and suggest changes to improve the measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Foraker
Ohio
Porto Rico
Foraker
Davis
Washington
Pettigrew Speech Cited for Controversial References in Congress
The text discusses Pettigrew's resolution seeking information on who sparked the war and notes his remarks were edited from the Congressional Record. It argues he should be held publicly accountable for a non cordial jab at the U.S. president, while preserving the right to critique but demanding gentlemanly language.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pettigrew
Congressional Record
Senate
Nater
United States
Osborn of Howard in Luzon voices war views in letter
In a Luzon letter, Orman K. Osborn of Howard describes natives surrendering arms and warns of unscrupulous leaders and American traitors. He compares insurgents favorably to copperheads and expresses readiness to confront treachery with force, predicting the insurrection will end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orman K. Osborn
Howard, 3. D
South Dakota
Thirty-fifth
United States Volunteer Infantry
Luzon
Copperhead
Be over some day and then we who have suffered
A garbled passage recalls the Sioux Falls Press branding Senator Be eridge with a quip about a bay orator from Hoosierdam. It notes the paper’s provocative line and its impact on political opposition for a period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
Beeridge Fom
Bay
Hoosierdam
Reridge
Committee report on Utah investization and Roberts seat
The committee reports to the House on the Utah investization and states Mr. Roberts will not be sworn in. The majority holds the House may expel him from the body. The minority argues he should be sworn and then expelled by a vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utah
House of Representatives
Roberts
House
Secretary Gaze Letters Drawn Into Public View
The text argues that the secretary released letters despite claims of confidentiality. It contends a weak man would have hidden them to prevent arming unscrupulous foes and asserts that the secretary was not influenced by these letters.
Southern Democrats split on expansion in three states
The article notes that expansion is the main issue in Alabama Arkansas and Arkansas for U.S. Senate races. Senator Morgan defends expansion against Saree Governor Johnson who supports it, while John Allen attacks Morgan for backing the administration. Governor Jones attacks Senator Berry over opposition to expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Senate
Alabama
Morgan
Johnson
John Allen
Arkansas
Jones
Senator Berry
Supreme Court Decides Las Vegas Land Grant Case
The District of Columbia supreme court recently resolved a long standing dispute over the Las Vegas land grant in New Mexico valued at over two million dollars. Originating from 1859 the surveyor general’s report favored the town of Las Vegas over individual claimants, a decision Congress confirmed, and courts have since upheld the town’s ownership with Interior duties limited to execution of the congressional order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Mexico
Supreme Court of
District of Columbia
Surveyor General of
Congress
Las Vegas Land Grant
Las Vegas
Department of the Interior
Interior Department
Home Purchase Act Violation By Governor Sparks Debate
State lawmakers passed the Home Purchase Act to require officers to buy within the state when possible. The governor bought a Chicago carpet for his office, the voucher was refused, and the bill remains unpaid. The incident raises questions about adherence to the law and its enforceability for other officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ned
Chicago
South Dakota
Eral
South Dakota Press Association Forms Political Editors
Following a Sioux Falls meeting the Republican and Democratic editors formed mutual improvement associations for the upcoming campaign. The populist editors had already organized weeks earlier. Glenn M Farley leads the Democratic group and J I Halladay heads the Republican one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota Press Association
Sioux Falls
Reform
Glenn M. Farley
Madison Outlook
Democratic Association
J. I. Halladay
Republican Association
Italian government seeks those involved in lynching sub
The government presses for accountability after a sub incident, demanding the names of those responsible. Officials state the motive and the case remains under investigation as authorities pursue legal action.
Shipping subsidies debate in Congress sparks reform talk
The article notes differing opinions on shipping forms in Congress. One proposal would grant subsidies for speed and capacity primarily aiding the area and Atlantic passenger lines. Another form aims to increase tonnage but would slow ships and raise concerns about women workers and merchant service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Ite
Atlantic
South Dakota Senator urged to temper remarks in campaign
A local editorial criticizes a South Dakota senator for outspoken statements and positions in the Senate, arguing he must align his rhetoric with the state's electorate to maintain support. The piece predicts a tough campaign race as Republicans ready to challenge him, noting a potential dramatic contest ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
South Dakota
DMS Srg
Health Rest for Students Warns Against Ignoring Women’s Needs
The text urges women and teachers to prioritize health over endless study. It cites irregular meals and neglect of womanly health as causing chronic illness and wasted education. It promotes Dr. Pierce remedies as cures and asserts high success rates for digestive and constitutional issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
Pierce
When Was It Done: Language in Schoolroom Sparks Outcry
A parent denounces a teacher who used a rude expression to admonish pupils citing it as a potent influence in the classroom. The incident raises public concern over conduct and language in schools and its effect on students.
No Right to Ugliness Promotes Electric Bitters
A health and beauty motto touts Electric Bitters as the best medicine to regulate stomach liver and kidneys and purify blood. It claims the tonic gives strong nerves bright eyes smooth skin and a good complexion enabling a run-down invalid woman to become attractive and charming. 50 cents at S H Scallin's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S.H. Scallin
A Good Thing Herbal Remedy Advertised by S H Scallin
A vintage ad touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as a blood purifying healing tonic from grandmothers garrets. It promises strength and purity with a price of 25 cents and one fifty cent option, from S H Scallin, druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garrets
Karl
S. H. Scallin
Bankruptcy Petitions Filed in Sioux Falls
In Sioux Falls Simon Olmstesa farmer and stockman, and Asolph Deutechs dealer, each filed voluntary bankruptcy petitions with Referee R. W. Parlices. Olmstesa lists assets around 3.112.35 with debts 1 250311. Deutechs schedules debts 473 and assets 208.50. Other cases filed with Parijmsn list a few remaining details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
Simon D. Olmstesc
Mitchell
R. W. Parlices
Olmstesa
Asolph L Deutech
Sodresu
Parker
Monto
Hendal
Parijmsn
Congress
Life Saved by Dr King s New Discovery
Bancodil Mo resident J E Lilly recounts recovery from typhoid pneumonia with Dr King s New Discovery. He describes severe lung weakness and relief after one bottle, praising the medicine as a quick cure for lung troubles. Regular sizes 50c and 1 00, trial bottles free at S H Scallin s drug store with guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Lilly
Bancidil Mo
S. H. Scallin
Shilohs Cough and Consumption Cure Ad
An old advertisement touts Shilohs Cough and Consumption Cure as a sure remedy if taken early. It claims warfare causes fewer deaths than disease and promotes 25 cts 50 cts and 21.00 prices with a druggist refund if no cure is effected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
S. H. Seallin
Auction Sale at Main and Second Streets
Mitchell offers for sale a lot of subscription accounts to the Mitchell Gazette. Each account includes promises of payment and ranges from 33.00 to 15.00. Sale bills with the list will be distributed January 30th. The sale occurs February 3rd at 2 p.m. cash terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main
Second Streets
Mitchell
Mitchell Gazette
E. S. Johnston
Shiloh's Consumption Cure Sold With Money Back Offer
An advertisement promises Shilohs Consumption Cure for coughs and wasting, urging customers to take two thirds and return the bottle for a refund if not helped. Priced at 25 cents, 50 cents, and one dollar, it is marketed by S H Scallin, a druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
S.H. Scallin
Card of Thanks from Mitchell Free Methodist Church
The undersigned express heartfelt thanks to Mitchell citizens for assistance and cooperation in church work. They vow to prove worthy of confidence and trust. Signed by Members and Pastor, Free Methodist Church, Mitchell. January 22, 1900.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Free Methodist Church
Mitchell, Jan
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S. C
John P. Nicholson
N.R
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Hood
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B. Wile
Aeent
D. W. Burright
Morey
Esse
Security Bank
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Purifeir
Fr Hoor
Said Court House
Pierre
David Fastway
Langs
U.S
REE Plan Commission
D. Hill
Forter Kebe and Tanning Co
Minneapolis
Minn
Carlota Moyer
A. B. Hager
Insurance
Alex Dumas
A. D. Walpole, Prop
Ferris
J. H. Ferris
Main and
Mitchell, S. D
Mitchell Plumbing Co
Besr
John Colvin
Colvin’s Warehouse
John Eolvin
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