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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1897
Page
2
An archaic account describes Kickapoo knowledge of natural remedies learned from nature. It emphasizes Indian endurance and prudence as a contrast to white risk and ignorance in dangerous moments. The piece praises ancestral healing practices and their life saving value.
The Epworth League Conference of South Dakota meets in Mitchell starting Thursday for a four day program. Officers include President Ethan T. Colton and secretaries Mrs A C Stevens and Mrs Hattie W Jenkins. Mentions lectures devotions and a school of methods led by Rev L B Wickersham and colleagues with sessions through Sunday and a Monday business meeting. De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve promoted for burns and scalds at article end.
Alumni of Mitchell high school entertained the graduating class of 7 at the home of Miss Mary Windle. About 50 members attended a program led by Miss Windle and Winton L Richards. Music and elocution impressed guests, refreshments followed, and the event concluded with informal amusements. membership now about 125 and classes grow yearly.
Grand Commander Cassleman opened the annual Sir Knights Templar convention with an address praised for its information. Eleven commanderies totaling 756 members reported flourishing, with new officers elected led by Grand Commander J. T. Morrow and other state leaders. The meeting adjourned to Sioux Falls with plans to host next year alongside other Masonic bodies. meanwhile a second note urges medical remedies for feminine ailments and promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription.
The Free Methodists began a three mile northwest camp meeting in Dundas grove with daily services led by Rev. C W Stamp and others from Fontaine Wessington Springs Olivet and this city. Tents stand for services and housekeeping. Mitchell crowds joined Sundays session. The event runs until next Sunday evening. Send address to H E Bucklen Co Chicago for a free Dr Kings New Life Pills sample. They cure constipation sick headache malaria and liver troubles with vegetable ingredients. Regular box 24c sold by S H Seallin druggist.
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