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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1889
Page
1
The report lists 8 963 lives lost and 33 950 000 dollars in flood damages in Pennsylvania. A hand county candidate seeking Annapolis support is noted along with local political moves and other regional happenings.
The board of trustees of the soldiers home at Hot Springs has been organized with Thos. A. Bones of Webster as president, W. V. Lucas of Chamberlain as secretary, J. J. Kleiner of Pierre as treasurer, and W. P. Phillips of Hot Springs as superintendent of construction.
Secretary Downey of the South Dakota board of agriculture forwards the premium list for the fifth annual Aberdeen fair to be held September 23 to 27. The preparations promise a successful exposition with generous premiums across departments. Copies are available by contacting Secretary Downey in Ashton.
The Aberdeen News notes that South Dakota Republicans should form and resuscitate clubs, with A. K. Guptill of Fargo heading territorial organization. It argues for a South Dakotan to lead the effort, to solidify discipline as statehood nears. The piece also comments on ex Governor Ordway’s senatorial bid, asserting his residency claims and a unique Dakota political scene. It mentions a possible contest between Pierce and Ordway, and suggests Gen. Allen now seeks the governorship.
Commentary on Mark XV 21 28 and Phil 1 8 by Rev D M Stearns compiled from Lesson Helper Quarterly. It discusses Simon of Cyrene bearing the cross, Golgotha Calvary, the vinegar with gall, the crucifixion setup, the kingship inscription, two thieves, Christ’s words on the cross, darkness, the rent veil, and the centurion’s confession. It notes fulfillment of prophecies and the significance of Jesus as King of the Jews.
L Bassett of Akron Ohio writes to Aultman Miller & Co praising Buckeye binders and Buckeye mower. He notes only forty cents spent on repairs in three years and endorses durability and quality. Dated March 16 1889.
The territorial committee chairman Allen is urged to convene the body without delay. A swift transition will relieve him of further South Dakota duties as partisan shifts remove Sheafe from the Water Town land office and restore Sen. GC Williams to the post, earning broad praise from supporters.
Governor Foster is praised as a plain, direct messenger to Indians as the Sioux commission begins. Early reports from Rosebud agency show the effort already gains support, with over 200 names in the first half hour. The Woonsocket News narrows the capital race to Pierre and Sioux Falls, arguing Sioux Falls favors eastern real estate and western settlement. Mitchell is noted as a long-time contender.
The Northwest News of Grand Forks runs a hostile critique of Ed Henderson, a Dakota newspaper figure now contributing to the Minneapolis Tribune. The piece reveals local editors engaging in sharp personal invective, reflecting ongoing tensions within regional journalism.
The Aberdeen News published a call signed by twelve of twenty-one South Dakota based territorial Republican central committee members. The notice schedules a June 27 1857 meeting at 2 pm in Iuton for organizing the committee and planning a state convention and call.
The Women’s National Council calls on women across the United States to organize local councils with the aim of uniting thought and purpose to advance the family and state. It pledges to overthrow ignorance and injustice and apply the golden rule to society, custom, and law.
The Sioux Falls Press argues Sioux Falls is not the geographic center of South Dakota but is a railroad center with five lines. It warns that extending lines into Dakota should not sway voters about the temporary capital location.
The writer notes how some Dakota papers oppose opening the Sioux reservation and suggests one paper further east would not be as disappointed if the commission fails.
Fort Dodge Iowa weighs passing an ordinance to allow cattle to graze in the streets to keep grass down as urban greens maintenance prompts debate among residents and officials.
The Watertown publication argues that voters act largely under political manipulation rather than principle. It likens voters to sheep and buffalo, says the main factor is the party bosses, and claims most voters give no clear reason for their choices.
Aberdeen dispatch reports C. T. McCoy of Aberdeen likely to seek a congressional nomination after talks with delegate Mathews. Mathews' visit suggested Brown county would field a candidate, with McCoy as the probable choice.
South Dakota editor discusses rumors that C. T. McCoy of Aberdeen plans a run for Congress and has already struck a profitable deal in Clark County. The piece notes McCoy’s bid could affect Mathews’ nomination and that Mathews has strong local support for a 1889 Dakota congressional bid.
Brown county rustlers seek to bond the county for 100000 dollars to fund artesian wells. Supporters say bonds are for a worthy object and could not be issued for a more valuable purpose.
Scotland Citizen T. Cressy of Huron spent last week in Bon Homme County promoting Iluron for the capital. He found sentiment here largely in favor of Pierre and his missions work was not successful.
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