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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1907
Page
7
The Aberdeen American notes E. E. Wagner’s federal appointment under Gamble influence as evidence insurgents seek plums. It argues reform talk faded after Gamble’s reelection and predicts ongoing factional maneuvering as Taft roams the state with Kittredge aligned figures and Crawford supporters watching closely.
Minneapolis traders sought confirmation of a green bug infestation in South Dakota spring wheat. Reports indicated the pest failed to establish itself locally, with growers and traders noting the bug would affect the board, not the crop.
The government weather bureau predicted summer warmth after Monday June 3 but by Wednesday morning temperatures fell to 37 degrees above zero. The abrupt return to wintry conditions beats all prior June normals and stirs memory of unusual midmonth swings.
Weslington regerts announce that E. E. Wagner of Alexandria has been appointed to succeed James D. Elliott as United States district attorney. The choice, long in question, was pursued with President Roosevelt seeking a deal with Senators Kittredge and Gamble. Wagner is a leading local attorney and must seek Senate confirmation next December.
The South Dakota GOP faces a split as Taft’s presidential bid clashes with Senator Kittredge’s faction led by Burke and Martin. Insurgents aligned with Roosevelt challenge the dominant party line amid conflicting secretary and congressional loyalties.
Governor Crawford issues a June 14 1907 Flag Day proclamation urging observance across South Dakota. He calls for display of flags on public buildings and patriotic exercises by schools, Grand Army Posts, and veterans, inviting all citizens to celebrate the national emblem. Date and city of issue noted as Pierre, June 4, 1907.
A Chicago News report recalls a Sunday tale from Lough Derg where two boatmen witnessed a troop of fairies emerge from a liss and play hurley on potato fields before vanishing as the sun dimmed. The lisses are described as rough rises or depressions serving as fairy doorways.
The article argues snoring is a bad habit caused by mouth breathing and suggests remedies. It advises proper waking breathing, keeping the mouth closed during sleep, and using a flat head position with the neck aligned to prevent tongue obstruction, citing St James' Gazette.
A tale from Pearson's Weekly recounts a ship adrift at sea for three days with calm winds. The captain gathers every passenger’s matches, discards all but one, and lights a final match to discover a sudden gale that fills the sails and drives the Mary Ann onward.
Local items report graduation plans at Ethan school with Christine Boreson and Stephen Judge's grove picnics. Residents visit Mitchell, Alexandria, and Huron while church services draw crowds and Ladies Aid meetings prepare for June events and strawberry social at Tobey's hall.
Lizzie and Sylvester Wilson visited with Mr and Mrs John Hendrickson on Sunday. O T Oleson hosted relatives and friends. Mrs Ole Johnson visited Mrs Smart. Mauret Geffered shells for Hendrickson Bros and Mrs Chas Wilson this week. David Gourie and family visited Howard Wilson. A pie social at Petersonville schoolhouse next Saturday June 15 aims to raise money for American League expenses.
Riverside, June 6. Mrs. Luyt Cox of Vivian called at the home and left no further details.
A London advertisement offers apartments for journalists or Christians. Portsmouth blacksmith W R Hayes tours England with two carriage wheels as a wager. Death registration in England must be done within five days by a present relative or local resident. A brown Manet nest with four eggs is found in the Earl of Yar mouth's garden at Salford Priors. Gobineau noted a shift from blond to brunet dominance in England with only one blond per seven brunettes in London.
Short reflective line on how constant study of noble books shapes character. Emphasizes living with high thoughts seated in courtesy to teach the soul proper manners. Philosophical takeaway on discipline and virtue through literature.
Captain alerts crew as the wife is reported to have fallen overboard during a yachting outing. The owner reacts with frustration, blaming an episode of misfortune aboard the vessel.
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