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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1886
Page
4
The Mt Vernon Gazette features county commission proceedings. The Huronite questions delaying the Mitchell fair. Ipswich Gazette reverses its stance on division, aligning with Edmunds county sentiment as Major Strait from Minnesota senators works with Dakota men in Washington.
The Bijou Times editor Lowe and his brother joined the second Bull Tin battle, where the veteran carried a bullet wound in his right leg, a souvenir often recalled by the pair.
The Milbank Review shifts to a raufk democratic tone while its editor retains the post office appointment from a republican president, reflecting enduring political ties and patronage amid a changing editorial stance.
Public interest in Towa splits between enforcing prohibition and whether the new Governor will reinstate Auditor Brown. The debate centers on leadership choices and fiscal accountability as officials weigh policy direction.
A fragmentary report notes the Devils Lake bank’s assets dwindling as a satirical legend tied to the phrase give the devil his due appears on checks. The cryptic reference hints at financial decline.
Jude Hayes supposedly ruled that a man who buys liquor is an accessory to liquor selling and thus cannot testify against the saloon-keeper, a statement discussed by the Town legislature.
The territory's Democrats inch toward division as they grow weary of being misrepresented by Boynton Garrett Ordway Johnson and others.
A Hillrvard professor describes the ideal editorial as concise, lively, personal yet objective, and readable. The text likens this to a humorous dialect recipe from old brick Dinah, emphasizing simple ingredients and a clear method.
President Cleveland asserts that nominations require Senate consent and that the Senate cannot demand reasons for removing an officeholder. He states he will provide information only as needed and will deny requests for reasons, asserting executive privilege and readiness to face consequences.
The New York Terald, aiming to be the administration’s court journal, savages the president for refusing to provide senators with the causes for removals from office. It laments his missed chance to unite the people, accusing him of siding with the political class and questioning reform rhetoric.
The Huron side claims irregular action by the board in accepting Grand Forks bid and contends Suron’s bid could be read to imply varying terms. The Huronite asserts its cash bid plus improvements totaled $4,000, while a dispatch circulated the night bids opened quoted a $1,000 offer and use of improvements. The piece calls for exact terms of Huron’s initial bid and questions the board’s handling of the process.
In a brief, fragmented note Bee Leet fromT MyePackard offers another reading of the ongoing situation and hints at additional perspectives to consider.
A letter from a Pierre gentleman now in Washington notes the outlook for division and admission is brightening. Sioux Pals Press reports the Mitchell Union and Aberdeen papers debate where the territorial fair should be held, urging an end to the controversy and promising a sensational September show to attract readers.
Mitchell Nebraska adopts strict attendance policy. Teachers must verify absences and tardiness with written parent excuses. Four half days or five tardies in four weeks triggers report to the superintendent and possible suspension unless regular attendance is assured.
The House committee on territories heard Thompson and Johnson argue for admitting the entire Dakota territory as a state and opposing division. They said northern and southern Dakota share interests and resources, while Johnson blamed Judge Moody for a proposed north south split. If division occurs it should be east west, a view echoed by most Dakotans except Moody and a few allies.
The land office commissioner replies to W R Green, Bangor Dak, stating aims to execute laws as written. Entrymen must meet legal conditions and receive confirmation before patent. Receivers’ proofs are preliminary. final action rests with the office and department. Fraudulent or non compliant entries may be canceled. honest entries will be patented.
In the Senate, Morrison's Dakota admission bill is debated with Mr. Harrison praising Dakota’s citizenry, constitutional readiness, and schools. He argues for admission based on recent progress, religious liberty, and a precedent-friendly method, countering opposition tied to party balance and the old pairing system. He notes north and south Dakota pressures for division along the 46th parallel.
In a Senate exchange, Mr. Harrison argues no enabling act is needed for Dakota admission, citing precedents from Tennessee Michigan California Iowa Florida Arkansas and Oregon. Mr. Butler challenges the list and presses for satisfaction before proceeding, as Harrison asserts Dakota seeks full citizenship and participation with other states. The session adjourns after an executive session.
Ebden Dakota December 8 1885 Dr Fishblatt the specialist returns to Mitchell to offer treatment at the Alex. Mitch ell House for one day only promising free evaluation unless cure is achieved. A testimonial from Mrs Sopilla Nelson praising relief from swelling kidney trouble a twelve year tumor reduction and improved sleep after two weeks of treatment.
The Twentieth Annual Convention of the Northwestern Dairymen's Association will be held at the Opera House Beloit Wisconsin starting Tuesday February 16 and lasting four days. It gathers leading northwest dairymen to share dairy thought and practical experience with a full program on dairy topics and machinery exhibitions. Reduced rail fare and membership benefits are offered. breeders may exhibit, and W D Hearn of Fort Atkinson Wisconsin and K P McGuincy of Elgin Illinois serve as officers.
Advertised letters remaining uncalled for at Mitchell P O include Amer John two, Jansen Anton H Cowley Mrs J E Lars Larsen Davis BF Miller Leonard Farmer CR Newton WH Holman C Schelputz Miss Nella Humphrey James G Smith Sid Jossey JD Strong ME In calling for the above say Advertised If not called for in 30 days will be sent to dead letter office Gro A StusBy P M Mitchell Dak Dickey the saloon keeper at Yank ton who killed his partner last summer makes the defense of insanity
A government circular instructs probate judges and district court clerks to require detailed cross examined proof for land claims. It lists specific questions about residence, property, absence, and occupation, and notes funds must accompany proofs to avoid rejection. The document also references wider historical debates over Indian land rights in Dakota.
In Watertown district a land entry by Lewis Spink near Aberdeen was reinstated after initial cancellation for lack of residence. The Interior Secretary ruled positive proof of bad faith was required and noted Spink built a 10 by 12 shack with stove and furniture, lived on the claim part of the year, and paid $200, restoring the entry and offering renewed hope to settlers facing hardship.
Judge Edgerton forwards to Congress the Interior Department letter along with all correspondence and documents about opening the Crow Creek Reservation by executive order of the President.
A Rochester man recounts a long illness with misdiagnosis before embracing a nontraditional remedy in June 1881. He details wasting weight, severe pain, and near-death, then credits the treatment with halted hiccoughs, pain relief, and rapid recovery, promising to publicize the remedy.
Dr J. J. Weston of Rochester urges recognition that many deaths attributed to heart disease apoplexy or pneumonia may stem from Bright's disease kidney failure. He warns hereditary risk and minimal symptoms, urging early attention and noting his recovery using Warner's Safe Cure.
An advert promotes CeTicura and Curicera ResoLvEst as daily remedies to cure eczema and a range of skin conditions. It claims to purify blood, cool perspiration, and improve liver and kidney activity, citing a testimonial from Anton Bossmier of Edinburgh Indiana about curing eczema in a child.
The reader reports near complete hair loss from tetter on the scalp and says six weeks of Curiietta Remedies restored hair growth full and thick. The testimonial notes Whitesboro Texas origin by J. P. Choick.
Frederick Maltre of New Orleans writes that after three months using three bottles of Corbera Reson- Vest his fire was cured. He endorses the product and provides his address at 23 St Charles Street.
A customer testifies CuTicura Remedies best for itching skin after trying others with no relief. Prepared by POTTT t DRUG AND CHEMICAL CO. Boston Mass. Offers UTICURA soap and remedies including guidance on curing skin diseases and blemishes with stated prices and distributors.
Fragmentary text mentions Lonsdale goals and items Brocade Flannel and Corres Bros with unclear context and no readable event details. Limited names and places prevent a clear summary of outcome or participants.
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