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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1916
Page
2
Publication header shows Ronald as Editor and Manager for SPEUTCHELL CAPITAL POWELL PUBLISHING. It indicates second class mail at Mitchell South Dakota with a 1879 date stamp and advance publication notice.
Government figures report gasoline prices doubling in recent weeks while crude petroleum production remains strong in Asia. They note crude reserves in the country are ample, gasoline price rises tied to exports, and call for reforms to address energy monopolies and profit dynamics.
A political column weighs Roosevelt loyalty and potential nomination battles in Dakota and beyond. It contrasts Roosevelt supporters with Hughes delegates in a primary, noting factional factoring and expected nomination dynamics amid party maneuvering. It also critiques sensationalist yellow journalism and its illustrated fiction.
The editorial argues against using the primary to stack delegates and warns that a few agreeing to curb primary use is only acceptable if merits the plan. It stresses that delegates must reflect voters choices and criticizes concentrated control of water power by a small number of corporations, highlighting concerns raised by Secretary Houston.
The piece describes a publication heavy with murderous thoughts and gory imagery including a drawing of a man surrounded by wolves in a cave. A looming hunger drives wolves as the earth seems to vomit more predators.
The Rathbun McDonald company a corporation pending dissolution in Davison county circuit court before Judge Frank B. Smith set for February 26. At the annual stockholders meeting W E B Rathbun and EB McDonald voted to dissolve effective January 1. Business continues under Rathbun single ownership while steps to complete dissolution await the February hearing.
Vermillion South Dakota Clay county circuit court suspended a one year sentence for Joseph Sutherland after convicting him of attempted statutory assault, due to good behavior. Miss Mayme Johnson, former Vermillion night telephone operator, was the plaintiff and witness. a separate case against Bud Mount, Vermillion ex police chief, was dismissed when the key witness did not appear. The court later approved suspending Sutherland's sentence.
Bridgewater business leader Jacob Tschetter urges cities to vote in spring elections on a one mill levy to fund municipal bands. He cites Bridgewater's new thirty member youth band and argues bands boost towns by drawing farmers and visitors from neighboring areas.
William Allen White comments on Colonel Hughes as the central figure while noting the third candidate holds a strong early lead over the other two. The piece frames the political contest with emphasis on shifting public attention and race for the nomination.
In Brookings County, Aubrey Baker found guilty by jury in a case involving Henry Platt and Baker accused of cruel mistreatment and imprisonment of Mrs. Platt. Judge Sherwood fined Baker $100 and jailed him 30 days. Platt had pleaded guilty earlier and is serving time.
In Jefferson South Carolina John Delger aged 71 collapsed in the post office awaiting mail. A physician declared the appearance of death before reviving him after a period of suspended animation. He recovered fully and asked why the crowd gathered. No lasting ill effects reported.
Six five-man teams take the lanes at 7 30 PM to kick off the third annual Tri-State tournament. Local hopes center on Mitchell teams and star bowler J Su Wells as eleven top clubs compete for the bacon trophy over the next few days.
Four bodies recovered after an avalanche hit the westbound Great Northern Cascade Limited near Corea station. Victims include Bert Kirkman Sheridan Wyoming W Carter East Vancouver BC Bo ward Batterman and infant from Wenatchee Washington. Fifteen passengers injured none seriously except Ernest Smith Spokane. Survivors and injured cared for at Scenic hotel and Seattle hospital.
The ten day gospel mission at First Methodist Episcopal Church ended with large crowds and many converts. Dr. Josn Smith preached twice and led a Pentecostal rally at 3 p.m. plus Sunday school and Epworth leagues meeting. The hospital campaign raised 8000 dollars and pledge fulfillment supports a new Methodist hospital in the city.
The Salvation Army in Mitchell reports a strong revival, with a “Siege for Souls” continuing to February 14. Rev. Wilmer delivered a key talk, and a praise service closed the meeting. Local ministers will speak this week, with Captain Barry presiding at events.
The Presbyterian church reports strong attendance at both services. Weekly events include mid week prayer at the Manse, C BE Study Class before prayer, a Session meeting at Mr. Martin Boice's home Tuesday at 7, Ladies Aid gathering Thursday at the Manse, Christian Endeavor Friday at Miss Bessie Hitchcock’s home, and a Friday Lecture Course. The Fifty Days Campaign runs Feb 6 to Mar 26 with a Song and Story evening noted as a highlight.
Selections by Mr Henry W Peterson were much appreciated by all. His special pianist played his accompaniment.
Belle Fourche South Dakota Judge James McNenny sentences William Morn to five years in the state penitentiary ending a sweep against a gang of horse thieves in Butte and Meade counties. The trials began last September with seven convictions one acquittal and a mistrial. The gang had operated for years rustling unbranded stock and dispersing stolen beasts to buyers north or west.
The Supreme Court upheld the income tax law as constitutional in five suits challenging its features. Plaintiffs included Frank Brushaber, F Dodge, Horace J Dodge, John R Stanton, Tyee Realty Co, and Edwin Thorne, with cases spanning New York and Michigan federal courts. The decisions followed early appeals after lower courts ruled the tax valid.
Leonard Hedlund of Vermillion pleaded guilty in circuit court to burglarizing a local saloon in Elk Point. He received a one year sentence in the Sioux Falls penitentiary. He said an accomplice aided the crime but gave only a vague description, making pursuit impossible.
The article notes Mr. Taft’s claim that it would be ridiculous for the Colonel to name the candidate and observes a shift in Taft’s view on the Colonel’s qualifications since 1908.
Obituary note for John Savage dies at Hot Springs soldiers home. Funeral tomorrow at Mrs. Sharp home 216 West Seventh Avenue. Other items include medical fellow, college tied, and local deaths, births, weather notes, and a Pythian Sisters meeting call in Mitchell.
A. R. Olson of Irene, S. D., writes from Molde Norway detailing his voyage to Norway. He reports being held by two English warships in Kirkwell Scotland for two days and calls it great to be a U.S. citizen. He notes German prisoners and mailed parcels were seized and describes short daylight in Molde between two mountains.
The State Horticultural Society held its 27th annual meeting in January 1920 at Huron. The well attended sessions featured high quality papers and discussions. A banquet by the Commercial Club honored the governor who spoke. Watertown chosen for next year’s gathering. Officers listed include Rev. F. A. Has sold president and Prof. Hansen secretary.
Washington Post reports that optimistic European expectations could deplete resources across the continent, leaving little to nothing for others as markets adjust and supply tightens.
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