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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1904
Page
9
A flurry of editorials from Redfield to Geddes argue for relocating the state capital from Pierre to Mitchell. Proponents tout cost savings, shorter travel for lawmakers, and better access for residents, while critics warn of regional economic impact and question Pierre’s future prominence.
South Dakota editors weigh the Pierre to Mitchell move for the state capital. Arguments cite cost savings, free Mitchell hall usage, and access for residents versus Pierre’s financial burden and local development impact. Supporters say Mitchell offers cheaper, more convenient capital access and cost avoidance.
In letters from Wakonda and Aberdeen a partisan spat over moving the capital from Pierre to Mitchell dominates opinion. Proponents claim cost and geography threaten state progress while opponents cite Mitchell’s granite city hall and rising land values as evidence against relocation.
A claimant from Brooklyn reports eczema on the face cleared after using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent, noting improvement after the first night and a month of treatment. The advertisement touts Cuticura as a universal skin remedy with depots in London Paris and Boston and lists product prices.
The Vierre Capital Journal notes homesteaders flock to the land office without inspecting terrain while friends preselect claims. Garretson News reports five conventions held at Mitchell, arguing conventions vary by location and highlighting debates over the geographic center and capital relocation.
A Mitchell advocacy piece promotes the Order of Home Guardians as the only fraternal life insurer operating in South Dakota. It argues the state loses 936 485 70 dollars yearly to foreign firms and urges residents to join to keep funds local and support state securities. It describes prompt loss payments and how excess premiums benefit South Dakota and directs inquiries to local home office for terms.
Notice is given that C R Norris filed in the city office an application to sell intoxicating liquors at retail in block 2 original plat Third ward Mitchell Davison South Dakota. The City Council will hear June 29 1904 at 8 o'clock p m at the Council Rooms and any person may object to the license. Dated Mitchell SD June 6 1904 City Auditor J G Markham.
Chas. Martin filed for a retail liquor license for lot 11 block 12 original plat in Mitchell South Dakota Second ward. City Council will hear June 29 1904 at 6 o'clock p m at City Council Rooms. Citizens may appear and oppose the license. Dated Mitchell S D January 1904.
James Fogarty and L F Geiger file for a retail intoxicating liquor permit for lot 18 block 12 original plat Second ward Mitchell Davison South Dakota. City Council to hear on June 29 1904 at 8 p m at City Council Rooms. Public may appear before ruling granted or denied. J G Markham City Auditor dated Mitchell SD June 6 1904.
Phillip E Tobin and T P Navin co partners filed June 29 1904 for a retail liquor permit at lot 3 block 13 original plat First ward Mitchell Davison South Dakota. City Auditor J G Markham sets 8 pm in Council Rooms for public to object before city authorities.
Fred Widmann has filed for a permit to sell intoxicating liquors at retail at 6, block 18, original plat, First ward, Mitchell. The City Council will hear the application June 29, 1904 at 8 p.m. Citizens may appear and object to the license.
Con Sullivan filed an application to sell intoxicating liquors at retail for lot 4 block 13 CE plat in First ward Mitchell South Dakota. City Council will hear on June 29 1904 at 8 pm in City Council Rooms. Any party may appear and present reasons against the license. Dated Mitchell SD June 6 1904 J G Markham City Auditor.
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