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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1913
Page
2
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The case affirms states may regulate rates within borders even if it affects interstate commerce. South Dakota sees potential to reduce passenger and freight fares and to use state valuation by the railroad commission to craft new schedules. The decision may delay final outcomes but aims to boost local industries and reduce long distance bias in freight and travel costs.
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader argues lobbyists are often tied to special interests, but notes tariff debate participants include free sugar advocates and producers. It says both sides pursue money in their pockets and Congress should hear statements from all affected parties, including consumers.
The editorial argues liquor abstinence gains from removing drinking from fashionable settings and from social disapproval by high institutions. It cites The New York Tribune praise for temperance progress and notes business and church influence in reducing drinking, urging a coordinated state education system to avoid duplications.
Annual statement figures show total income 1 840 659 28 with premiums 1 737 842 37 and interest 90 150 50. Disbursements total 1 773 227 47 leaving a balance of 2 776 528 44. assets 2 777 041 84 and liabilities with surplus 941 130 25. South Dakota business notes 1912 include 213.00 in premiums and 22 374 74 paid.
A report urges the state railroad commission to act immediately to ensure South Dakota can conduct business first with itself, addressing the concerns of local communities versus larger centers and stressing the need for decisive regulatory steps.
The Chamberlain commercial club announces prizes of 25, 15, and 10 dollars for Brule county youths under sixteen who grow the best one acre of corn through their labor. Eleven entrants so far include nine boys and two girls Loretta Cable of Brule township and Nore Newell of West Point township.
The Norwich Union Fire Insurance Society Limited a Great Britain company has filed its charter and organization certificate for the year ending February 28 1913. Commissioner O S Basford certifies the company is empowered to transact fire and tornado insurance in South Dakota through its authorized agents.
The Mitchell Ministerial Association met at the Methodist church then rode twelve in autos to the Old Mill grounds for a fishing and picnic day. Ministers Mair Snyder and Tilley cooked, a fishing contest was held with all having similar luck, and games plus vocal selections followed. The event ended with light refreshments and plans to meet after vacation. the bride Edith Wadsworth was noted. They will live in Gayville after July 1.
A February 3 reception at the First Methodist parsonage celebrated Miss Mary Phelps who served twenty years with the Des Moines Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society in Japan. Mrs. Taylor of Minneapolis spoke. Miss Ruth Minty sang. gifts and a social hour followed.
Mrs. J. Lovinger entertained the Crocus club on Wednesday at her Second avenue east residence with ten members attending. They spent the afternoon on fancy work and social time, followed by a two course luncheon. Sophia assisted. The next meeting will be at Mrs. W. Wood’s home for a lawn picnic supper. A separate note reports a reception at Mr. and Mrs. Sidle for their son John H. Sidle and his wife, married June 11 at Gayville, St. D.
The Butter field store clerks enjoyed a picnic at Tobin's Park last Thursday evening. They left at 6 30 after closing and rode to the river for a big supper, a bonfire, stories and songs before returning home late. Mr and Mrs B Baker celebrated their first wedding anniversary on June 5 with a small dinner for invited friends.
J T Sossaman of News Cornelius NC says Bucklen arnica salve healed a serious skin ailment after other remedies failed. It reduces inflammation and soothes burns bruises and boils. Only 25c. Recommended by Dieh Brown.
Mitchell adopts plan to hire a traffic manager to cut freight overcharges and asks city council to levy a one mill property tax for advertising the city. New board of directors elected, and support for Milan Milwaukee rate discrimination noted as key issue. Meetings praised for brisk action with 150 business leaders present.
Notice to Sarah DeRoo Lloyd De Roo and Alice Detroi heirs that on July 5 1913 at 10 a m in Mitchell South Dakota court will hear petition for probate of D De Roo deceased and issue letters testamentary any interested party may appear and contest Dated Mitchell South Dakota June 9 1913 Judge C C Thompson Clerk S Cattrell Seal
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