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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1906
Page
11
A letter to Mr Fred Widmann discusses two nearly identical houses painted with Devoe lead and zinc and barytes and zinc. The writer notes quantities used six and twelve gallons and totals of 27 and 54 dollars, with dealer remarks that some are “as good as Devoe.”
E. B. Storer declares candidacy for Register of Deeds in South County. Fred L. Tiffany backs the bid as county convening authority approves the nomination.
Decoration Day observances in the city hall auditorium featured Grand Army of the Republic and Woman's Relief Corps members gathering, led by General J. B. Wolgemuth and Mayor O. L. Branson. Branson delivered a patriotic address detailing Logan’s Memorial Day, Civil War memories, and tribute to Dr. S. J. Moore, ending with a call to reverence and vigilance as old soldiers’ voices faded into song.
At a regular meeting of Ransom Post No. 6 G A R the group unanimously adopted resolutions mourning the death of Dr S J Moore late assistant adjutant General of the South Dakota Department. They commend his integrity and character and offer condolences to his family asking divine support during their bereavement. The resolutions require thirty days of mourning attire.
The committee directs that a copy of the resolutions be published in city papers and sent to the bereaved family. The resolutions are to be filed with post records. Members: J. B. Wolgemuth Wim. Nash H. L. Omealy.
Rev. Walher Lauer, Catholic priest of Alexandria, was tried at Bridgewater on a charge of using intoxicating liquors. The complainant is said to be Rather Grabig of Marion, with several witnesses testifying for and against the clergyman. The case has drawn local attention and is under review by Bishop O Gorman of Sioux Falls.
Notice from Mitchell dentists announcing a half day vacation each week during June July and August. Offices will close Thursday afternoons. signatories include R J Lawnme Ray Smith Wast McCartney Hof Me Donald and Sweeney.
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