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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1900
Page
5
FRIDAY JUNE 1 1900 The republican editors boast a strong organization with Dick Hallady leading the campaign. Sioux Walls meeting strengthens the party as they prepare for the race. Democrats overstate Cuba misdeeds, while the president's position grows firmer in public trust.
The Sioux Falls Republican convention platform states a fearless clear stance on national issues. It adheres strictly to the party's propositions and commits to presenting its positions boldly before the people.
The speech by Wisconsin Senator Spooner on the Philippine Islands drew a partisan clash as Senator Pettigrew defended the insurgents regarding a proclamation by Aguinaldo and Gen Otis. The Sioux Falls senator draws pushback for partisan bias while the populist party borrows quotes to bolster its ticket.
Admiral Schley expresses that men of the army and navy should not seek public office with little knowledge of public affairs, calling such ascent absurd. The remark follows a recent presidential candidate's prominence, though the admiral's outspoken stance may be seen as untimely.
Boer envoys in Washington report cordial reception but no official recognition or intervention. They vow to stay and press the people for support. Public sentiment favors the Boers, yet the U S stance remains noncommittal while European powers stay apart.
The Sioux Falls Press leads an attack on the Republican convention held in Sioux Falls, claiming secrecy and predicting little lasting harm to candidates or party. The editorial argues that delegates know the proceedings as well as the editor, and seeks sympathy from old soldiers, while dismissing the paper's influence.
Col. Melvin Grigsby returns to the Republican party to oppose Senator Pettigrew. He recalls Pettigrew’s alleged early deceit in a 1894 Lake Kampeska speech, describing a young man who used chicanery and political robbery to win a legislative seat, and urges voters to turn him down today for the United States Senate.
Contributors include Tudyard Kipling Dr S Weir Mitchell Ian Maclaren Cyrus Town send Brady Julia Magruder and Mrs Burton Kingsland The issue highlights The Passion Play This Year The Richest Woman in America The Masterpiece of Mary Queen of Scots and more It presents opening chapters of Julia Magruder's The Voice in the Chair plus The Auction at the Farm and photos including Sol Smith Russell in His Summer Home and Through Picturesque America Curtis Publishing Company Philadelphia One dollar a year ten cents a copy
The article notes no U S knowledge of a detention of American canned meats at Delagoa Bay. It argues Portugal as a sovereign nation may set rules for goods crossing its territory, a right the United States reserves over its own lands. It explains no active trade treaty existed after 1892 and relations have been by courtesy ever since.
Illinois Democrats back the young Carter Harrison as a potential presidential candidate for the Kansas City convention. He commands a strong following in Illinois and could oppose Mr. Bryan, becoming a thorn in his side.
The state ticket is described as honest, reliable, and fearless from top to bottom. Charles H. Burke and J. W. Martin are praised for Congress, with C. N. Herried as governor and George W. Snow for lieutenant governor. O. C. Berg is named secretary of state and Frank LeCocq railroad commissioner. The piece underscores solid records, strong party enthusiasm, and expectations of a decisive November victory.
The inquiry notes discussion in recent papers about the American League. It asks whether the league has dissolved or if the senator finds it unprofitable to continue its operations.
The Sioux Falls Press criticized the turnout at the republican state convention saying there were not as many as expected while noting similar large preparations for 12,000 attending the national populist convention in the same city. The piece mocks the paper’s sour grapes over crowds and expenditures.
Secretary Gage says he will speedily call for surrender and redemption of the 25,364,500 outstanding 2 percent bonds used to fund the 1891 loan. Interest may cease on Sept 1. Under prior acts the government issued 250 million in bonds. in 1891 about 25 million were extended at 2 percent, redeemable at the U.S. option. The aim is to reduce treasury surplus, with the 2s the only redeemable bonds at present.
New Yorkers in Washington believe D B Hill will capture the New York Democratic convention and win a delegate at large to Kansas City to regain control of the state committee. The fear has brought Croker back from England where he tended to racehorses. The convention opens June 5, with Hill said to already control country delegates and likely secure all but Tammany before it meets.
News notes a rapid rush to homestead entries on Yankton reservation as about 1,500 acres remain and six full quarters are available. Milwaukee rail line spurs filings, towns grow along new line while older towns lose residents. A veteran observer predicts faster regional development once land is exhausted.
The Alexandria Journal recalls a playful incident where local lads swapped livery teams during a late return from Mitchell. A misidentification nearly exposed the swap before the liveryman laughed it off and invited them back for a free drink if they ever rode into Mitchell again. A second notice advertises an electric belt by Dr J Newton Hathaway offering treatment at a nominal charge from Sioux City Iowa.
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a long trusted teething remedy used by millions for over fifty years. It claims to soothe pain, relieve wind colic, aid diarrhea, and be pleasant tasting. Sold by druggists worldwide, 25 cents a bottle, with counterfeit warnings and testimonials included.
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