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27 Jul 1900
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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1900
Page
1
A brief quote appears to capture a lingering opinion about a comparison in a historical discussion. The fragment hints at a measured, cautious assessment without full context or details.
The Republication notes a surge in house construction in Mitchell with a dozen new homes rising this year and more planned. It highlights scarce rental housing, urging residents with capital to invest in rental properties to accommodate population growth and university demand.
The amateur base ballists faced the professional club and were defeated 18 to 3 after Rogan started pitching and Brown then relieved. Hartman caught for the amateurs, and Will Barber pitched for the professionals as the nine-run spread widened early and held.
The amateurs and professionals played a close game near a slick field after rain. Hartman’s catching covered eighteen innings while Wasson pitched well despite wild moments. Umpire Doc Sneller showed sympathy for the locals as errors rose from the wet ground and a small crowd watched.
Dr. G. T. McDonald died at his daughter Mrs. S. T. Greene’s home after a long illness at age 84. He served in the Mexican War surgical department and lived in Mitchell since 1887. Funeral services were held at his son in law S. T. Greene’s home conducted by Rev. J. H. Babcock with local pallbearers and music. Remains were sent to Upper Sandusky Ohio for final interment. Mrs. McDonald will meet two sons in Chicago for onward travel.
Farmers report Russian thistle cut green before full ripening and dried in sun for several days yields fodder preferred by cattle horses and sheep. Stockmen say it outshines native grasses and can keep herds thriving fattening during dry periods.
Flandreau outscores Mitchell 9 to 3 after a rough first inning. Blewett pitched a tough twelve innings prior, Hartman and Mackay strong at bat and in the field. Partridge and Kaf er handled battery duties as Eastman and Sherafo starred in infield plays. Ralph Bowdle umpired a fair, well received game.
Brule County commissioners authorize Lou Richards to protest before the state equalization board against repeated 10 to 100 percent real estate valuation increases. They cite Brule land assessed up to 25 percent above sale value and pledge a vigorous fight to secure fairer assessments.
Chamberlain notes the city council has issued a permit to Messrs. Blodgett and Douthit to install a gas plant. They are already starting preliminary work for the new system, praised as a wonderful success in other places.
Funeral held at Woonsocket for Gee Briggs killed in Northwestern road wreck near Highmore. Northwestern railroad provided special train to transport the remains and many friends traveled from former Woonsocket residence to attend.
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