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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1889
Page
4
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The piece notes the Sioux City baseball club facing pressure amid approaching tournament and events. It mentions A M Andrews resuming editorship at the Plankinton Standard and hints at alleged conspiracies involving Rev Cloud and Dr Bland against whites at Pine Ridge. Red Cloud is described as potentially becoming a capable leader if he pursues threats to remove commissioners from the reservation. Sioux Falls emerges as a busy political actor in the capital field.
The statehood campaign has not yet fairly begun but hints crop up daily suggesting it will be the liveliest affair in new state history and may yield surprises at every turn.
Mitchell is the convention city this year with numerous state association meetings planned here. The constitutional convention presidency is debated among Judge Edgerton Col Jolly of Vermilion and G Sherwood of Clark county, the former favored for his 1580 presiding prestige.
James I. Stokes, a North Dakota Republican, is appointed receiver of public monies in Grand Forks after a campaign that started before President Morrison took office. He is described as well qualified for the post.
It is reported that ex governor Ordway will relocate to Grand Forks, with his attorneys contending he is entitled to a North Dakota residence. The senatorial campaign in the north shows notable aspects while Gov. Pierce continues his campaigning.
The Dakota press is shrinking as readers migrate to other papers. Editors anticipate the Watertown meeting of the editorial association next month, with Adams of the Webster Farmer and Reporter as a likely president candidate. Aberdeen News notes the General Land Office now shares land information, reflecting Republican openness, while criticizing past land policy for secrecy and unfairness.
Loucks is said to have his guns aimed at Mathews and Looms. He pursued Mathews in 1886 during the Brookings legislative fight, and again last fall when Mathews salved the republican majority. Given these precedents, neither man need fear Loucks at night.
Gen Hugh J Campbell urged locals to form their own state rulers and control conventions by rallying farmers to primary votes. He condemned extravagant militia spending and alleged self serving contracts while accusing officials of graft and party manipulation. The critic raised questions about Loucks and Campbells motives and the future benefit to their ambitions.
Readers report two Sun columns showing opposing stances on language and mind reading. A letter praised the Sun’s English purity while a nearby editorial mocked racial stereotypes and divination, prompting calls for closer editorial supervision.
The Bijou Jills Times rebuts a Republican critique of Loucks, noting he is paid to work for farmer mobilization in Dakota politics and that alliance backing aims to elect him or other reformers. It argues his ambition is for public service and invites Republican alignment with the alliance to advance reforms.
Plummer's Republican announ ces Gen Carrison Allen as a gubernatorial contender in North Dakota. He is praised as having a stronger republican record than Smith Summer, who also seeks the office.
The enduring leader shows grim resolve to survive until a moment to reject the reservation agreement arrives, with health described as hanging on during tense negotiations.
The scope of the Cronin murder inquiry widens as investigators extend oversight, with the public awaiting fuller illumination of unanswered questions and potential new leads.
J C Johnson reports Judge G C Moody of Deadwood, now eyeing eastern Dakota, worries about eastern support as Edgerton seeks the US Senate. Moody fears Pettigrew and Wetliegrew may win two seats if Edgerton gains a district judgeship and strong backing. Moody finds Edgerton unexpectedly strong among local leaders.
A reflection on Washington Post and the Sunday paper becoming an ineriminable feature of modern life. The text extols the Sunday paper as a conduit for intelligent exchange, truths on life’s problems, and a cure for idleness through studious leisure, noting its many voices and broad reach.
The Bijou Hills Times accuses Judge Edgerton’s Senate bid of political influence guiding Republican support for Loucks. It questions the Farmers Alliance and denies bribery motives, defending honest newspaper opinion while decrying alleged manipulation.
The Aberdeen item questions Farm ers' alliance ties to a capital location. The Sioux Falls Journal reports a plan to nominate FP Hagerty for governor with Mellette and Judge Moody for securing positions, claiming Sioux Falls would host the capital. The piece suggests Loucks pressed to keep the alliance out until a trade for a congressional seat.
The piece denounces imitations of Allcock's Porous Plasters as inferior and false, praising the genuine product as the best external remedy. It asserts medical authorities and patients endorse Allcock's, while attackers lack merit or factual support.
Douglas County Chronicle notes Hon. Frank Washabaugh of Deadwood is a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor this fall, describing him as fully qualified for the office.
A brief reflective line questions divine mercy as rain is sought. The text invokes a plea to the Lord over a drought or scant rainfall, framing it as a communal grievance and desire for relief.
The Dakota Medical Society opened its first session in this city at Masonic hall with many delegates present and expected larger attendance tomorrow. Notable physicians listed include Fred Treen Crow Creek Alex Shaw Watertown J B Graham Lower Brule J W Freeman Central City J K Kutnewsky Redfield M Ware Salem F M Crain Doland S J Wayne Aberdeen J W Cook Warner R T Dott Mt Vernon G B Bullard Forest City H B McGrumphy Yankton Tufts Sioux Falls H E McNutt Aberdeen and B M Ff Coulin Elk Point.
The track hosts fifty runners at the gate for a three day event featuring top horses such as St Ledyard, Anna, Adriatic, Wandar Row, and Galena among others from Minnesota Iowa Nebraska and Missouri. The management promises a first class entertainment with a uniformed band and broad public support.
Aberdeen News reports acting Commissioner Stone issues a broad order to loosen information from the General Land Office. It clarifies that attorney queries may be hypothetical while honest settlers seeking guidance on land rights deserve comprehensive answers without harming public service.
President Loucks of the farmers' Alliance, a sworn democrat, faces slim chances as Republican farmers predominate in Dakota and are too clear headed to send a Democrat senator to the next Congress.
Street chatter in St. Lawrence hints that a group of men is rallying support for J. C. McManima to run for secretary of state. Bets are tentative but optimistic, with expectations he will handle the post if nominated.
Ex-Gov Ordway claims to Pierce supporters in Walsh county that he has an understanding with G A P. The assertion is described as unfounded moonshine and a desperate bid by Ordway to gain status. Burleigh county would not back Pierce if the claim had any truth.
Howard Press reports some ex-changes are distributing a map of South Dakota as advertising material for a capital aspirant. The act is not a legitimate supplement and could incur a heavy fine. Kimball Graphic affirms the issue, noting they refused a liberal offer from the Pierre Board of Trade to send the map as a supplement.
H L Loucks of St Paul and president of the Farmers Alliance of Dakota seeks a U S Senate seat from South Dakota. A Democrat of bitter partisan stripe, he tries to leverage the alliance though Republicans within the group are expected to thwart his plan with a counter move.
A dispute unfolds between the Mitchell Rerussican and the Mitchell churches as tensions rise.
Churches condemn the ReveBLICAN Sunday morning edition as sinful and refuse religious notices, yet newspaper owners report no loss of patronage. Critics say posting Sunday issues on Monday fails to appease them, arguing readers prefer a Sunday dated paper over a Saturday dated one.
Comrade W B Jacobs of the 6th Wisconsin Battery received a handsome badge listing engagements from the late war. Battles noted include Island No 10 Pittsburg Landing T Parmington Corinth Inca Mission Ridge Grand Gulf Raymond Jackson Champion Hills Vicksburg Altoona. Surviving veterans scarce for all campaigns.
The Educational Council of South Dakota holds its annual meeting in Mitchell with sessions on Tuesday evening at the Congregational church and Wednesday at 9 am 2 pm and 8 pm. The program aims to interest all in educational topics and all are invited to attend. J M Pryne secretary.
J. J. Cornell of Mitchell applied for a railway postal clerk position and was examined today by Postmaster L. D. Palmer. Papers go to Washington for approval. J. A. Pieter and George Comerford of Plankinton came for examinations but were disqualified for not applying in Washington.
Pure bred Hereford bull with imported sire and dam offered for sale or trade for young stock. Also improved Chester white pigs available. Located one and a half miles northeast of Mt. Vernon. Contact C F Raymond.
Estate administrator C F Drake invites all creditors and claimants to present their demands with vouchers within four months of the first publication. Claims must be shown at the administrator's residence in Rome township Davis County. Dated at EmiAy Dakota June 20 1889.
A Minneapolis divorce case illustrates modern law quirks. Julia K Olmstead sued George E Olmstead in Hennepin County. A May 12 1883 trial produced an absolute divorce for adultery with an unknown woman at 201 Flint Street South Minneapolis. Olmstead’s wife, residing in Aberdeen SD, seeks to set aside the decree claiming nonresidency and unauthorized proceedings.
On Aus 1 Judge Rea vacated the decree of divorce after hearing evidence. George E Olmstead remarried ten days later and appealed, arguing the second wife Allie Olmstead relied on the court decision. The supreme court upheld the reversal, stating the innocent may suffer but justice must prevail. the decree of reversal was sustained.
Firemen from South Dakota wrap up the tournament as visiting units arrive by train and depot escorts continue. Sioux City Knights of Pythias band meets crews, Tyndall's 65 men arrive with brass, Mitchell Hook and Ladder and Scott and team escorted from Milwaukee depot, Watrous company from St Paul ships a steamer, Pierre team arrives by special train.
A band of White Caps bound and whipped Rand o Heer a drunken farmer near Radcliffe after witnessing him assault his wife and children. He received twenty lashes on the bare back and promised to leave the country and change his ways.
At the forty first annual diocesan council of Milwaukee, discussion centered on detaching Douglas county and far northwestern territory to attach to Minnesota and split it into two dioceses. The plan would make Duluth the D see city.
At Huron on June 20 the South Dakota Farmers' Alliance drew about 400 delegates and visitors for a special session. Thirty attendees came from the Black Hills district, the largest group from that area yet at an alliance meeting. The afternoon covered credential checks and preparation for work, with 300 of 600 alliances represented in the credentials report.
The second day of the G A R encampment in LitcHFIELD Minn drew about 10 000 spectators with perfect weather. Governor Merriam Lieutenant Governor Rice and Secretary Mattson attended among other notables.
Governor Merriam says he is not dissatisfied with the Rochester asylum investigation so far. He wants the inquiry conducted more thoroughly and insists it shall be.
At 12 15 p m the jury in the Clara Blatz murder trial announced they could not agree.
The Northwest section reports Lawren University trustees choose J. W. Gallagher D. D. Providence Rhode Island to serve as president after the resignation of B. P. Raymond who moves to Wesleyan. Also notes Standard Oil plans a 400000 dollar terminal and bulk oil shipping at West Superior.
Ten districts of black miners report 5313 dependents and a rise in relief needs. County commissioners call on Governor Hovey to issue a proclamation urging the state to commend the miners for charity.
The Supreme Court rules that state licensing for physicians is constitutional but the medical board cannot refuse licenses to qualified doctors. Representative Williams of Ohio predicts Foraker will be renominated as governor amid Ohio political chatter.
Secretary Noble received a telegram from Gen Lucius Fairchild of Madison Wisconsin stating he would accept the Cherokee commissioner appointment. A commission has been prepared.
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