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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1889
Page
4
The Mitchell Printing Co offers props one copy and various subscriptions with pricing, plus business cards, local ads, and legal notices at statute rates. Changes of address must include old and new addresses. correspondence should be at the office by Monday. Obituaries and wedding notices are charged per line, while cards of thanks are also per line.
July 19 1889 report notes the Bismarck Tribune advocates a one house legislature while Sioux Falls papers push opposing agendas. It mentions Sioux commission progress, Northern Pacific papers opposing reservation opening, and Andrews of the Pukwalla Press marrying with a new postmaster appointment. Bloomington yields a postmaster appointment. speculation about wedding cards follows.
Ilamlin county held the state’s first convention to pick delegates, with results seen as strongly favoring Gov. Meffett while Mathews and McCoy appear evenly matched. Much speculation is expected in the next thirty days.
The publication reports a strong expectation that Pettigrew and Moody will win the senate seat this fall while McCoy and Gifford are favored for the lower house. The piece emphasizes understanding these matters from the outset.
In land office notes an interesting comparison shows Sparks and Stockslager issuing patents at a rate similar to the present administration. The Republican party is praised for its regard for settlers of the northwest in this observation.
A note from the Argus Leader urges editors to begin truth telling for novelty but predicts readers may resist the change. The piece warns that even after novelty fades, editors should remain committed to honesty in opinion columns.
The Fargo Republican argues South Dakota shows no interest in Ordway’s squabbles, branding his bid for joint admission for the Dakotas as a cheap attempt to gain sympathy through a northern paper. It asserts no post-mortem fight or personal motive behind opposition.
The case for Mitchell as the state capital centers on its natural location and railroad advantages. Proponents argue Mitchell connects quickly by rail to nine-tenths of residents, benefits Milwaukee system towns along immigration routes, and prompts Northwestern line expansions from Mitchell to neighboring communities seeking rail links.
Washington dispatch indicates the reform era under Gen Sparks overlooked frauds tied to homestead claims. It notes administration intonations awakening to injustice in the northwest policy and interior officials refusing to release reports.
The president and Secretary Noble have had multiple discussions on the issue and have nearly decided to suspend the inquiry until substantial changes are made to the list of registers and receivers.
Chairman Quay asserts the national committee will not arrange campaign help for new western states. He notes Republicans in those states can manage campaigns, cites Montana as close and well funded, and offers to provide speakers or recommendations if requested. He says the committee will not interfere with state campaigns while eastern Republicans may visit to campaign.
A letter from commit tweeman Carpenter to the Sioux Walls Argus-leader hints Sioux Falls aims to seize the democratic committee meeting. He notes many favor Mitchell as the meeting site and that a July 1 call set the committee at Mitchell. He suggests relocating the gathering to Sioux Falls would burden attendees.
The Aberdeen caucuses chose delegates to the county convention nearly unanimously for McCoy. The News notes the congressional office as the key post for Aberdeen Brown County and the northern state region, urging consideration of general interests beyond local concerns.
Mitchell made the best showing of any town in the list and would likely have been chosen if the location had referenced South Dakota as originally intended. The arguments in her favor remain valid, now strengthened by better railway access and higher population density within a 100 mile radius.
A Watertown dispatch to the Sioux City Journal questions Gov Mellette involvement in shuttering the Watertown Courier-News for political reasons, asserting the governor would not risk his home paper with such a blunt move.
An unruly individual was escorted out of the opera house last night while under the influence of alcohol. The incident occurred during a tense moment as the session of Congress neared its end before the inauguration. The man was not from Sioux Falls according to reports.
A controversial statement declares that distributing the Iluronite to every intelligent voter in South Dakota will be the cruelest phase of wartime effort. The speaker urges minding this plan before the conflict ends.
Every town along the Milwaukee system seeks to keep the capital on that line. The question asks what point offers greater advantages than Mitchell, the acknowledged hub of the system in Dakota. The source presents Mitchell as the central node and implies a comparison of benefits across towns on the line.
Yankton reports a bonanza in chalk stone quarries showing the rock can yield fine Portland cement. The same rock is present in the nearby area in large quantities, suggesting a substantial cement source for local use and industry.
Hon G Williams of the Water Town land office receives the strongest backing among Dakota applicants. The Courier News devotes half a column to listing supporters from Senator Sherman downward.
The Madison Sentinel laments Lake county’s representation at the state convention, noting it will total nine instead of fifteen due to bolters last fall. The piece highlights the political fallout and calls for accountability over the diminished delegation.
The Deadwood Pioneer predicts Geo. A. Mathews will be nominated for Congress. It suggests Mr. McCoy will find little encouragement in the skills.
The Dakota joint commission at Bismarck advances slowly on a recision matter. There is speculation that Cal is delivering more convention speeches, suggesting political maneuvering within the group.
In Dakota papers readers see pressure on candidates amid party lines. Deadwood Pioneer questions McCoy’s congress bid as a move to weaken Mathews. Many favor Mathews completing his term. Castlewood Republican notes Wettigrow’s senatorial bid, with Edgerton and Moody as likely favorites.
Observers say the appointment reflects natural right and fitness rather than political maneuvering. Supporters insist there was no slate or factional agenda, while critics claim petty ambition inspires false perceptions of opposition. The author asserts South Dakota voters will decide wisely in each case.
Laurence Roosvose aged 12 was struck while dining on a mower two miles northeast of White Lake while herding cattle for Mos. The bolt entered the head, tore the shoe off the foot, and blasted a pony and nearby team. This marks a second fatal accident on Mr. Mos's farm following a spring prairie fire that burned Mrs. Mos.
The Vierre papers urge voters in South Dakota to consider how settlers will be able to farm Sioux lands given survey funding is unavailable. Surveyor General Maris Taylor states no appropriation exists now and none will be until the next Congress convenes in Dakota.
Private Secretary Halford says Gen Carrison does not devote all his time to office seekers. He states the president follows a regular routine for proper business, and time given to seekers is only a small portion of the day.
Several Dakota newspapers have fallen under sheriffs’ control as some editors overreach for funds while others under deliver on payments, illustrating a clash between ambitious excess and lax accountability and the resulting disaster.
The Medfield Journal notes the Chicago and Northwestern’s neutrality in the Iluron capital fight, calling their stance a peculiar form of impartiality. The piece argues the “strictly neutral” label is a chestnut in the dispute among factions and observers.
The Sioux Falls Press reports the democratic central committee will hold a Mitchell meeting next Friday to organize their bid for the state convention. Despite internal naming like Ichabod, they emphasize following the proper procedures and forms.
Mitchell believes a brief drive to secure capital donors will be most effective and will mark her ongoing activities from this point forward.
A historical testimonial notice from Toledo druggists advertising Hall's Catarrh Cure. It offers one hundred dollars reward for an incurable case, pledges firm integrity of F J Cheney and associates, lists West & Truan and Walding Kinnan as wholesalers, and notes the product is taken internally with testimonials available for free.
Convenient markets rich soil clean water and favorable climate entice buyers to West Virginia Maryland and the Shenandoah Valley Virginia. Improved farmland suitable for stock dairying grain grass and fruit can be bought cheaply on easy terms. Thriving towns invite merchants mechanics and businesspeople with coal timber ore water power and free manufacturer sites. For details contact M. W. Richards Land and Immigration Agent Baltimore Maryland.
Dakota weather service reports the week ending May 14 1889 with rainfall near seasonal average and frequent showers. Crops improved overall with corn in excellent condition. Heavy rains noted in several counties, hail damaged crops near Waverly and Palmer, strong winds around Palmer Alexandria and Armour. Rye barley oats and wheat being harvested. temperature and sunshine near average.
The department of education calls two territorial conventions as Dakota nears statehood to address education questions. The South Dakota Teachers' Association council will join the department, with reduced rail rates and expected large attendance at the South Dakota meeting in this city on July 31.
L Indra returned from Parkston to-day where he testified in a cattle stealing case against Frank Veshek and William Wyckman aged 22 and 16. Six head of three-year-old steers were brought to Mitchell last Saturday and sold to Indra. The cattle were stolen from Mennonite colony the night before. Russians tracked them to the city and arrested the boys last Monday. A preliminary examination yesterday laid out the facts. Before returning home the youths shared the loot.
Mrs Hyde designates Miss Day as her agent in Mitchell to instruct Mme in designated matters, outlining authority and scope of teaching. The notice confirms appointment and location, signaling a formal instructional arrangement.
During Mrs. Slyde's stay at Mitchell, ladies unable to attend the school of dress cutting may learn to cut their own dresses without refitting by calling on her local agent. This offers practical instruction and helps home sewers manage dressmaking independently.
Slaying and harvesting are under way. hay crops are light. Mr W Griffith visited Chamberlain on business. The second annual meeting of the WGEU of Beulah and Lisbon townships will be held at Mrs E Wright's residence on Friday July 19 at 3 p.m. An officer election will occur and plans made for the fall temperance campaign. Members are urged to attend, especially those vested in strong organization.
All persons with claims for pension bounty back pay or other government claims are urged to visit Charles J. Alden United States pension agent and war claim attorney. He will be at the Alexandria Mitchell hotel Mitchell Dakota on Wednesday July 24 188%. His offices are in the McMillan block La Crosse Wisconsin.
The Warne block rooms for the capital committee are fitted up and Prof. Taylor will handle office work full time. Machinery expected to be installed soon, with a favorable outlook. A Congregational ladies group lunch raised about $20 for a worthy cause despite lighter patronage. The Rink opera house exterior gains a neat paint coat. Yombson's Quick Relief Oil, sold by L. O. Gale and H. Scallin, promises cures for croup, diphtheria, and colds.
London reports that Mr. Parnell has formally withdrawn his counsel from the inquiry. Sir Charles Russell said Parnell and his associate Asquith will no longer represent him before the commission citing unfairness in denying examination of Loyal and Patriotic Union books. Judge Hannen noted Parnell remains under court jurisdiction.
London reports a Marxist socialist congress in Paris with adherents of Karl Marx. 98 German delegates including Bebe, Liebknecht and Volmar attend along with leaders from England Morris Carpenter and Hardy and Austria's Ablen. Every European nation is represented in the gathering.
Prince Eugene of Sweden has been courting Princess Kalakuani of Hawaii. He seeks his father King Oscar’s sanction for marriage, after studying art in Paris.
A conference of beet sugar manufacturers from multiple countries met in Brussels and formed a syndicate bank with branches and agencies worldwide. The bank's capital stock is set at 3,026,000 dollars.
A persuasive appeal listing multiple reasons to vote for Mitchell as the state capital. Claims include central population location, premier rail and trunk line access, proximity to Black Hills rail service, favorable climate with fewer blockades, central position in corn belt, strong airport facilities for visitors, robust educational advantages, and superior drainage and healthfulness. Local fairs and past events cited as proof of hospitality.
The Republican Central Committee of South Dakota calls a state convention at Huron on August 25 1889 to nominate officers for the October 1 1889 election including two congressmen governor lieutenant governor state officers and three supreme court judges. Delegates are apportioned by county with one delegate per 100 voters or majority fraction and at least one delegation per county. The committee chairs William S Coad and James T Gridley urge county conventions to elect delegates to the judicial circuit conventions as well.
A Spring Street woman questions a policeman about her missing husband while crowds watch a sewer pipe being cut and a liquor store sign painted. In a second item, Sir Astley Cooper identifies a left-handed shooter. Patch, left handed, is later condemned for murder.
The article recalls 16th century pulpit power, Latimer’s sharp denouncements of judges and London citizens, and the crowd’s readiness to judge high figures. It notes bold humor and harsh invective used by preachers, reflecting a era of strong sermons and public moral posing.
The concept of telegraphing to moving trains began in 1858 but crude contact methods failed. Inductive transmission along neighboring wires proved feasible on Lehigh Valley lines for two years, allowing messages to reach fast trains with cars' roofs acting as receivers. A test during March 1888 Blizzard confirmed the system's capacity even with non conducting barriers.
Edinburgh July 17. Mr Findley editor of The Scotsman presented £50000 to the natural Portrait gallery opened by the Marquis of Lothian in the city yesterday. The donation marks a landmark support for the new cultural institution and its collections.
London hears of a reported marriage between Lord Dunlo aged 0 and Belle Bilton a famed variety artist. The tale stirs chatter in high society and local venues as townspeople weigh its plausibility and potential consequences.
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