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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1899
Page
5
A 1899 newspaper page lists rates for business cards and legal ads, plus marriage notices, and pays tribute to editor Volkmar and secretary Schlosser. It notes Navy vessel construction, advertising spend by Jobo Wanamaker, and criticizes the Dingley tariff while reporting the death of Robert G. Ingersoll and reflections on his anti Christian stance.
The effort to form ten regiments for the Philippines faces strict qualifications. On opening day two thirds of applicants were rejected, underscoring the need for strong constitutions and good physiques. Many recruits have prior military training, and commissions are granted based on eye to fitness.
Aberdeen News reports Judge Gaffy upheld that the Secretary of State is entitled to fees collected for recording cattle brands. The suit, brought by Attorney Pyle and linked to Roddle’s duties on the cattle brand board, debated fee ownership versus treasury funding under constitutional limits. The parties agreed to a stipulated set of facts clarifying the work and compensation.
The text argues that the fusion papers owe amends for harsh statements about Mr. Roddle during the campaign. It notes his higher vote total at the time shows voters did not fully heed the tirade. The passage mentions fees totaling a few hundred dollars in the aggregate.
Sioux Falls critics allege Gov. Lee used a hired emissary to stir South Dakota troops in Luzon with a thanks card, aiming to boost his image after a critical letter to President Eckington. The Sioux City Journal notes the incident as manipulation by Lee and Pettigrew, while GOP populism in South Dakota shows shifting loyalties and political maneuvering for 1901 Senate goals.
Sioux Falls Press attacks Col. Frost over his handling of the South Dakota volunteers and calls him tied to Gov. Lee and Senator Pettigrew. News notes Nash faces circuit court after printing obscene circulars. Argus-Leader announces a new home contract and packing plant reports a first hog kill.
A theater of oddities opens with a humorous catalog exchange over a cheap edition of The Iliad and spoofed misreadings. The piece shifts to an advertisement-like discussion on female health, praising Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure, promising relief and offering a medical adviser in exchange for stamps.
A sensational London and Melbourne misprint reports Albert Henry Savage Lander arriving in St. Petersburg from Tibet after great suffering. The Times ran a dramatic note claiming a terrifying savage lander captured and dispatched as Russia’s first such creature, with mystery surrounding his travel from Tibet. Also promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a digestive remedy.
Advertising copy promotes No To Bac as a remedy to quit tobacco easily and permanently. It claims to make users strong and full of vigor, with a guarantee of cure and a free booklet and sample. Available from Sterling Remedy Co. in Chicago or New York.
A former gambler recounts his loss despite luck from a humpback mascot on a European gambling spree. He describes rubbing the mascot’s hump for fortune, losing a thousand francs at Monte Carlo, and being betrayed by the artificial hump. The tale ends with a warning about superstition and a separate testimonial praising Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption with a price, available at a local drug store.
When the first Sea sons edition appeared, a handbound copy was sent to Sir Gilbert Elliott of Minto who shared it with his gardener. The gardener praised the work while noting Thomson’s surprising ingenuity and craftsmanship, predicting the book would immortalize Thomson.
Historical ad text offers a $100 reward for an incurable catarrh case via Hall's Catarrh Cure. It includes endorsements from F J Cheney & Co and West & Trubax, druggists of Toledo, Ohio, plus testimonials and mentions Hood's Sarsaparilla and DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve.
Mrs. S. A. Sweet of Hartford Connecticut reports relief from anxiety constipation and kidney and bowel trouble after using Karl's Clover Root Tea. The ad claims quick cleansing of the system and renewed health. Sold by S. H. Scallin druggist. Also promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic 10c or 25c with money back guarantee if C C C fails.
An 19th century advert claims DeWitv’s Little Early Runners purify the blood and regulate the stomach bowels and liver. The tonic allegedly drives away disease and melancholy and improves daily vigor without gripe or sickness. L. O. Gale.
An old ad touts Cascarets to purify blood and liver, claiming beauty from within. It promises relief from pimples boils blotches blackheads and bilious complexion with doses for ten twenty five and fifty cents from druggists.
A historical note advertises Karl's Clover Root Tea as a pleasant laxative that regulates the bowels purifies the blood and clears the complexion. Easy to make and take it is offered for 25 cents by S. H. Seallin the druggist.
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