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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1914
Page
2
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The article argues President Wilson errs in demanding a Constitutionalists led provisional government in Mexico. It disputes both that the Constitutionalists control the majority of territory and that they command broad popular support, challenging U.S. intervention logic and comparing it to British parliamentary claims. It references McKinley era reforms and current trade policy implications amid calls for stronger corporate supervision.
Winners were announced this morning and prizes awarded this afternoon in the children’s play festival at the summer chautauqua. Boys won in 60 yard dash, standing broad jump, and chin up with marks set by age. girls competed in bean bag throw, ring contest and potato race. Notable participants included Leland Tipton Ralph Diehl Waldo King Alphius Weller Clinton Sampson Clifford Sampson Fredrick Williams Thomas Norton Wesley Walker Mary King Glee Cochran Francis Zangle Rachel Cochran Zipporah Burns Florence Gillis May Test. Evening program featured Arthur Peek and Ferrante Hungarian Orchestra with solos by Donald Bouchier Isabel Courtney.
Davison County resident Chamberleings S Dye-Leslie faced a insanity board after a police report of carrying a loaded revolver and threatening men who challenged his attention to women. He has a long history of hospitalization and was deemed best sent to relatives south of Mt Vernon according to local officials.
The Methodist State hospital site was selected by trustees and the Commercial Club after a conference. Ten acres owned by T H Ocheltree in Sunny Side addition west of Dakota Wesleyan provides a scenic hilltop setting with views of the city. The property includes a fifteen room residence and basement, likely to serve as a nurse home. The committee bought the land for 9000 dollars and plans to hire an agent next fall to begin fundraising for the first permanent building. If a medical school joins Dakota Wesleyan, the site offers convenient clinics and study for nurses in training.
Visitors to the city will have the chance to attend classes and lectures at the school and also view the two chief institutions of the church during the same visit, offering a combined cultural and educational opportunity.
Homer Schenck, a young fireman, was ambushed on a lonely Keystone road returning from his sweetheart Ollie Wilhelm. Shot through the heart, his body was found by a passerby on Saturday. Officers seek a suspected jealous rival as the tragedy disrupts the planned marriage.
W. S. Hill, president of the state board of agriculture, reports generally favorable crop conditions across the state despite occasional waterlogged spots. He cites excellent small grain and corn, noting only localized fields under water, with a bumper crop outlook overall. Dr H T Stoner confirms corn parity with prior assessments during a Mitchell visit.
The South Dakota Swine Breeders association meeting in Mitchell on June 3-4 1915 called for a 50000 appropriation to establish an in state serum plant to produce hog serum and virus at cost and to buy commercial serum when needed The group urged stricter veterinary laws and better handling of livestock in transit and thanked the Mitchell Commercial Club for hospitality.
Misses Maggie McMullan and Barbara Hendricks of Wessington Springs along with G E Welch of Parkston and John Heiberger of Bridgewater are recovering well at St. Josephs Hospital after operations performed last Saturday.
The Mitchell chautauqua closed with Werrante's orchestra delivering strong performances with Donald Bouchier and Isabel Courtney in solos and duets. Dr. Isaac Wood gave a historical lecture on Mexico, while Dr. Nicholson, a renowned educator and preacher, is slated to lead next year’s program.
Judge Joseph K. Jones acting for Judge Frank B. Smith at Chamberlain S D sustains motion to arrest the judgment in a Brule County case over alleged interference with sheriff duties. Attorney Mil Woelth claimed the intereference did not state a public offense. Woelth predicts heavy damage suits will follow related to a mortgage claim and International Harvester involvement.
Dr Thomas Nicholson Broinicholson, long time president of Dakota Wesleyan from 1903 to 1908, has accepted the presidency of Cornell College in Mt Vernon Iowa. His move reshapes leadership at the Iowa institution.
The South Dakota national guard indoor rifle championship trophy will be awarded to Company F on Saturday evening at the city hall auditorium. Adjutant General W. A. Morris will present the cup after a program including remarks by Gen Geo A Silshy and Capt M L Shade. Company F scored 93 percent with 60 men of 65. Public invited to attend.
Petitions circulate in western Lyman County as rivals press for moving the county seat from Oacoma to Presho. Oacoma on the Missouri River sits at one end while Presho lies near the center, a factor in potential division debates and local jealousies that may block the change.
Miss ARThory and Charles Evans Wagles Jr tied the knot in a high profile society wedding. The ceremony was held at the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine in New York City, drawing attention from official circles due to Wagles being the son of Associate Justice Charles B. Hughes.
At high noon today Miss Lillian Cook daughter of Mrs Mary M Cook and Mr Mor ris Graham Simcock of Adel Iowa wed in Rev C E B O Flaherty’s home with Rev M J Harte officiating. Attendants were Miss Genevieve Kearney and Edward W Tobin. A four course dinner followed at 420 East Second avenue. The couple will reside in Adel after July 15. The bride noted as popular in local society.
A very heavy general rain drenched the county early Saturday, totaling 1.10 inches and pushing yearly rainfall past 12 inches since April 1. Crops are reported excellent across Brule and surrounding areas, with alfalfa yields rising to 1½ to 2 tons per acre.
Landowners near Red Lake in Brule County fail to appeal within the legal window in a dispute over artesian wells and lake filling. County commissioners proceed with plans to restore Red Lake toward its full water capacity, aiming to create a premier local body of water.
J M Miles chairman of the Spink County Republican committee urged harmonious action and united support for the March ticket in a Redfield publication. State chairman J L Lockhart denied authorship but endorsed the sentiment, while accusing Miles of trying to whip Republicans into line.
Johanna Shuler of Summit won a state circuit court suit against Flora Halvor for alienation of her husband’s affections. The jury awarded $5,000 to Shuler, and she now seeks to recover the judgment amount. The case drew sensational testimony and involved well known local parties.
Alexandria residents plan a fall fair by forming the Hanson County Agricultural Fair Association in Alexandria with no capital. Organizers include T. H. Quinny F. Thiel and W. E. VanDemark. Articles filed for John P. Bleege Company a land and loan firm in Sioux Falls with capital of 100000. Incorporators are John P. Bleege Grant Crossman and Henry A. Miller.
Dancers in Utica South Dakota protest an ordinance by the town board requiring a public dance permit and a city license. Utica may be unique in the state for licensing dances. Young residents fear constitutional challenges and infringement of personal rights.
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