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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1892
Page
12
Readable items reflect Mitchell area updates from June 4 1892. Mentions births deaths weather civic events sales and business notices across local firms Rierson Bros Champeny Heth Nursery Co Knowles Greene and more. Includes bridge bid call for Firesteel creek project and various advertisements.
Rural schools present an exhibition at the Mitchell courthouse on June 25 featuring map drawing charts penmanship diagrams and various class work. Premiums include a $15 library five volumes Macaulay's History diploma and other awards for each grade with a procession starting at 10 and a noon picnic followed by a 2 pm commencement and diplomas.
A detailed Fourth of July program plans a grand morning parade with state representations, an oration by Hon. Wm. B. Sterling of Huron, a 150 voice chorus, a Declaration of Independence reading by N. A. Bidwell, and a Silver Cornet Band concert followed by a baseball game between two top clubs. Afternoon sports will be held at the fair grounds with free admission to grounds and grand stand.
Quotations for fabrics and ready goods, racing events with purses, bicycle races, and entries closing July 4. Obituary notes Gertrude Doty died June 12 1892 near Ethan South Dakota after long illness and a life of faith. Local notices discuss Bras candidacy for state superintendent and praise for educators, plus medical ads and window shades offered.
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