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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1913
Page
6
Charles Brown of White Lake reappeared yesterday after rumors of his death in the Omaha Easter tornado. He had left for a western United States tour and was later seen in Washington and Idaho.
The Masonic grand lodge of South Dakota elected Q. W. Williams of Springfield as grand master. Other officers named include George Phillips Fort Pierre deputy grand master M. R. Brown Sioux Falls senior grand warden James Brown Yankton junior grand warden and John C. Bryan Mitchell grand treasurer. The next session will meet in Aberdeen. The Eastern Star chose Ada Doherty Huron as grand matron and Chas BE Bixby Tyndall as grand patron.
Edwin Metz brother in law of D T Becker clothing merchant died this morning at the E J Becker home 411 Duff street after a year and a half of nervous trouble He is survived by his wife and a seven year old son The body will be taken to New York for burial tomorrow accompanied by D T Becker Mrs Metz is in poor health and cannot travel with the body
Belle Fourche South Dakota markets report the wool season underway with more wool sheared than expected. The first clip by Potter and Wahlfeldt totaled 10 000 pounds sold to a Rapid City buyer for 14 cents per pound, below last year's 16 cent opening price, with prices expected to rise later as the season progresses.
A small memorial day flower decked monitor floats down the Missouri River from Pierre South Dakota toward Niobrara. It passed Kinnikinic about 20 miles below Chamberlain on Memorial Day morning and may continue a long trip if weather holds.
A prairie dog wandered into White River South Dakota, likely from a nearby colony. Residents surrounded the animal and a town dog attacked and killed it, marking possibly the first such sighting in the inhabited town. A mystery persists as to why it wandered so far from its underground home.
Entries for the South Dakota State Fair at Huron reveal over 800 horses from across the country. Races include 2:14 pace and 2:20 trot with $1,000 purses, plus multiple trots and dashes, all under American Racing Rules with class and running events and a future mare and foal stake offering $800 added by the fair.
Thursday afternoon June 26 from 2 30 to 5 30 an informal reception to visiting lady Ellis will be hosted by the reception committee listed with duties including general chair and separate punch silver china and refreshments groups. The Elk ladies will host at the Elks Home with decor and a program to foster acquaintance and pleasant relations among attendees.
The Prosper farmers club will meet Friday evening June 13 to discuss silo value. E P Sand and Chas Eeerson will lead with farmers sharing long term experience. The session may prompt several to plan silo construction next year and other business will be on the program.
The thirteenth annual session adjourned in Madison after two days of events. New officers: Dr. T. H. Ruth president, Dr. J. T. McGilvray vice president, Dr. S. W. Allen secretary and treasurer. About 70 veterinarians attended, clinics were postponed due to time, and a legislative committee was formed.
A federal appeals court held a bank that collects a sight draft for liquor shipments into a prohibition state does not violate laws against acting as an agent. The ruling reversed a North Dakota district court conviction of the First National Bank of Anamoose under penal code Section 239. A bill of lading tied to the draft was used to collect from the purchaser upon delivery.
Brigadier General Pershing calls the fight the fiercest since American occupation as Moros at Bagsag launch desperate charges. Report says Amil and other leaders were killed, American losses include one officer Taylor A. Nichols killed and two wounded, three native scouts killed.
Deadwood South Dakota reports that county commissioners opened bids for a nine mile road from Lead to Spearfish Canyon crossing to improve access for tourists. The $30,000 appropriation was awarded to W H Butler and W J Fogelsong of Lead for $27,700 with work to start immediately and a six percent maximum grade, aiming for completion this summer.
Wim, Sullivan, James Lacey and Alfred Miller, described as hoboes with varied residences, pled guilty before Judge Frank B. Smith and received one and a half years in the state penitentiary at Sioux Falls for grand larceny. They were arrested after railway officials alleged a Milwaukee line freight car break in a stop nearby, with theft valued at over $20.
Washington, D. C. Chairman Alexander of the House ship trust investigating committee released the first three volumes of the panel proceedings. He stated the records show competition among coastwise lines had nearly vanished with all established lines from American ports in agreements.
Festivities mark 25 years of reign of Emperor William with an Imperial Automobile Club review on the army chaussée in Berlin’s western suburb. Prince Henry of Prussia and the Duke of Ratibor lead hundreds of decorated cars as the Kaiser observes the parade.
Walter Crisp of Dell Rapids S D captured a rare white robin from a nest he disturbed while mowing. The pink eyed bird, unique in the area, is kept in a hidden wire cage as the owner plans to release it when strong enough to fly. Local residents note it is the first white robin seen in the vicinity.
A one year old child of Mr and Mrs A B Regebauer of Hilmoe South Dakota died in a crib accident. The mother briefly left the child in the crib and the infant slipped a loop of a window cord about its neck and strangled, the body found on the mother’s return.
Miller S D reports the Dring trial against St Lawrence township concluded with a judgment of 6100 plus costs near 6500. The plaintiff sued for about 10000. The case, long in court, likely ends as both Mr and Mrs Dring have died and a son over 70 continues.
A street incident reports a woman assaulting a man by horsewhip after gossiping, with the accused named in local police notes. The event highlights public disorder in a residential area and ongoing investigation.
In Cottonwood D.-A trial over a public horsewhipping in front of the hotel ended with a not guilty verdict for Mrs. R. K. Turner. The incident followed alleged remarks about Mrs. Turner by Mrs. Slack and prompted a brutal horsewhipping that drew blood and required a physician.
Incendiary fires struck Aberdeen South Dakota early Thursday. A barn owned by Schilo Bros. on the city hall site burned, killing sixteen horses and two cows and causing about seven thousand dollars in losses. Caspar Keller’s barn also caught fire but was saved when his daughter acted. Oil soaked rags in Jefferson school sparked minor damage and a cracked window pane. Police hunt for the culprit.
Chamberlain S D correspondent tours Ly man county reports grass at peak and corn good stands with modest small grain and healthy stock. Dams west of the river are full of water and conditions are favorable for the season.
Vermillion South Dakota Col J L Jolly was elected state commander of the G A R at Aberdeen with 91 of 110 votes. A Civil War veteran he served in the 23rd Wisconsin and later held offices including six terms in the state legislature two terms as Vermillion mayor and one term in Congress. He succeeded H L Ferry who had filled the vacancy after Judge Gifford's death.
South Dakota seeks removal of Thomas Johnston a miner and England resident detained after arriving from Chandron Nebraska. A sanity examination found him insane prompting immigration authorities to send him back to Great Britain.
Johnson, lacking friends and funds, has not declared intent to become an American citizen and remains under British charge. The court ordered temporary transfer to Yankton State Asylum and directed authorities to contact immigration officials to arrange deportation to his homeland.
Washington witnesses report extensive use of government documents and franking to spread beet sugar arguments as the lobby committee examines the push to retain tariff protection. Senator Gallinger questions presidential involvement while Truman Palmer testifies beet interests spent about 160000 dollars since 1902 with 1500000 copies distributed and publicized nationwide.
The condensed May summary notes generally favorable conditions with frequent rains aiding soil moisture and irrigation, light runoff, and benefits to vegetation. No severe frost or storms. some local hail occurred. Temperatures peaked above 90 in late May. mean temperature 54.4, precipitation 3.48 inches.
During commencement week at Yankton College two alumni weddings drew attention. C Stanley Stevenson, now with the state historian's office in Pierre, wed Anna Nathalie Dailey, Yankton college music conservatory graduate, at the Dailey home. Emma Abbott and Hugh Maddle, former students, married at the bride’s Bon Homme home with many friends present and will reside in Bon Homme.
The Northwestern introduces the first dining car service through Mitchell on the morning train, to run to Minneapolis and continue regularly. A time change begins Monday, delaying the 7:25 a.m. departure to 8:30 a.m., with the other train unaffected.
Mt Vernon residents and visitors populate local chatter with departures for Chicago Madison Mitchell and Illinois trips. Several locals stop by friends from Rock Valley Omaha and Mitchell while guests from California and Iowa plan summer stays.
Miss Gertrude Ped suffered severe injuries when an automobile driven by Shauber overturned about ten miles south of Ft Pierre. Passengers Miss Donthy Peck William Shauber and an unknown man, all from Wessington Springs, were badly hurt.
Lead, South Dakota, will establish a paid city fire department after ten years of agitation. City commissioners approved arranged funding with Homestar Mining Company to cover the costs, creating the first paid department for a city of its size in the state.
Vermillion South Dakota July 19 set for dedication of the new Clay County Court House. An elaborate program features Vermillion and Wakonda bands providing music. Oda Fellows lodge Grand Master H. E. Wilson will preside with short addresses by old settlers and Congressman H Dillon among speakers.
Boston witnesses describe a vice president statement about buying or crushing competitors as a threat aimed at forcing the Standar Shoe Machinery sale to United Shoe Machinery. James N. Darragh testified he refused to sell and the Standar company later went to a receiver.
Chamberlain South Dakota city commissioners chose John H Knight and John Rogers as the two saloon license holders from four applicants. W H Sims and Frank Simon were rejected and must close their operations, marking the first time in twenty years the town has two saloons.
Dr King’s New Life Pills relieve constipation and restore healthy bowels quickly. John Supsic of Sanbury Pa praises them as the best for constipation indigestion and liver complaint. Price 25c. Recommended by Diehl Prown.
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