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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1918
Page
2
William C. Rempfer, a Dakota pacifist and Parkston lawyer, was seized by a mob on Wednesday near Mitchell and dumped on a prairie five miles from the city. He walked back to Parkston and vowed vengeance as protests and denials ripple through Parkston and Mitchell.
Parkston January 23 1918 William C Rempfer reports his abduction after a Mitchell convention dispersed by police. He alleges mob action by five men forced him into a car and warned him not to return, calling for investigation into public officials and the incident. He appeals for sympathy and accountability.
Pierre January reports say cattle between the Missouri River and Hills remain in good shape for winter with fat condition and adequate hay supply. Dry fall and frost saved moisture, cows fed lightly, beef cattle not heavily fed, and water holes not a constraint. Last year rains kept grass green until frost, but forage value was limited, contributing to losses.
In Pierre South Dakota on January 24 a farmer near DeGrey found signs of vandalism bearing yellow paint and anti Kaiser messages. Neighbors say local activity linked to a defiant group prompted belligerent threats and demands for the return of money taken from three children who had joined an organization. The incident prompted warnings but cooled after discussions with neighbors.
Local power officials cite minimal coal savings from the fuel administration’s night restrictions, estimating about 500 pounds of coal saved daily in Mitchell. The lightless rule aims to curb power use while preserving overall supply, with effects on street lighting and window displays noted but considered small relative to winter consumption.
A capacity Aberdeen audience of farmers and business leaders heard M Thomassan discuss why a farmers league remains vital. He urged mobilizing labor and tackling middlemen, rail profits, and unaffordable prices while advocating state industry and political action to secure fair cost and profits for farmers.
A fragmented report describes a man repeatedly deemed dead and later found alive. The discussion centers on conflicting testimony, hospital notes, and ongoing doubts about the man’s status as authorities weigh paramilitary and social reactions.
A fragmented excerpt from a 7 Fo paper recounts local youths writing from France during World War I. The text references the Expeditionary Force, home ties, and wartime letters, with scattered names and phrases indicating personal messages amid disrupted preservation.
MitcupIe wins in first titular game as Taneed leads with key plays and teammates Harmon Sent SheWING show strong on throws. Lineup includes Harmon Sentt Covenhlin Klauser Kressman Mer Halverson and Gaessman with Wilder officiating as referee.
Peter, a Jew from the north, arrived with a heavy trunk and faced accusations of liquor transport. A hotel porter questioned the cargo revealing two quarts of brandy. Peter offered a cash bond or a check but was denied. he faces jail and is linked to a business card tied to Schertac, described as Shylock-like in the witness notes.
Mrs Caroline Knappen died January 23 and funeral services were held. She was born in New York in February 1859 and would have turned 86. Survived by daughter Mrs Robert Raines and two sons Floyd and Earl Knappen. Remains to be shipped to Clear Lake Indiana for burial. Officiant W. R. Renald.
Volunteers will register women Saturday in Davison County as part of a county wide effort. Registrars will operate at the library and post office from 1 to 2 and again later in the afternoon with sworn attendees. The drive aims to cover the entire county’s women population.
Wet is claimed to be best hog sale for his size ever sold in Stith nee kota at Mitchells pavilion Wednesday by Bh Bates Leteher. The sale of 40 head brought over 340 dollars per head average exceeding any stock in the state to date. Auctioneer H H S Dimean assisted by Jatin Judee. Bates has built up his drove of accelerated breeding in ten years.
Fragmentary OCR text describes military returns and roster items with scattered names and places. The piece references authorities and a purge of names, with unclear events and a focus on classification and records. The exact facts are obscured by the garbled source, but the record notes ongoing handling of service lists and related notices.
Smith funeral arrangements announced for Thursday with service details obscured in the fragmented text. The notice mentions individuals and locations but lacks clear names and times.
A fragmentary local notes item mentions the wedding of Fred Smith cashier of the state bank and Miss Urave, with references to Mr Blain and family arriving from Everett Washington. It notes a minister from the Episcopal church and a brief mention of a lieutenant and other local figures.
Lake Andes S Dakota January 25. Sub scription to Liberty loans and other war efforts show patriotism. The Henning Elevator, Fo WK Engle meat market, and W K Hartz confectionery store were found painted bright yellow overnight.
Ferdinand Wachalz of Salem narrowly escaped death when a train struck a wagon he drove onto a crossing. The horses pulling the wagon were killed and the wagon dragged about 200 feet before stopping. Wachalz suffered a minor shock but recovered after a few hours.
Thursday’s Daily Mere Th reports Walter Phillips attending his father’s funeral from Waterloo clarifies remains. Walter and Paul Egbert moved to training ships and France. Mrs. A. Beraten visits Omaha while Watkins and Wilton family travel. Robert Dirna serves with ambulance corps in France. Dibble in France after crossing. Reva Miller returns from Minnesota to Mitchell. S. M. Seath and family head to Omaha. Smith family learns of a serious injury. the elder Mr Smith dies at 32:00 am. Sydney Gordon and siblings prep funeral plans with Gordon in Milwaukee awaiting notices.
Davison county farmers join a short course with speeches by poultry breeders and Ag officials in Lisbon and Perry townships. Officials discuss seed preparation and methods for planting while promising further demonstrations and meetings to cover local farming needs.
Police conduct a night crackdown gathering offenders amid a spree with multiple arrests. Reports list alleged vagrancy, prostitution, and minor detentions as officers enforce public order near a hotel area.
Campaign returns show the Y. W. C. A. fund drive exceeding its target with an oversubscription of 100 percent. The public appeal and generous donations support the cause, as the committee notes strong community backing and widespread sympathy for the effort.
Mitchell High School faces Chamberlain High School in the district basketball series second game tonight. The lineup lists Harmon and Scott as forwards, Shmn enter as guard, Riles as captain, and Pling as guard. Palmer is sidelined with a knee injury while D. Smith Hill and Haniel are listed as reserves.
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