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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1903
Page
13
A dense rural column details hail and wind damage to crops, windmills, and windows. social tidbits include weddings, dances, farm work, road improvements, and neighbors visiting Mitchell and Wisconsin. Mentions Miss Winnie Crouch teaching, Ada Jepks and Jenks families, and Dean's Ointment for scalp Lead.
Various short notes list residents and travelers. Jase 23 Rev Will Shepherd of Salem spent last week with his parents south of town. Several locals including Clint Hoesteck from Heck Iowa and Miss Bride Maddox ill with a throat issue are mentioned along with travel to Mitchell, Big Stone, Redfield, and other nearby towns.
The report notes a storm in Badger towns with heavy rain and wind causing plant damage. It mentions Mr. Comstock and millet on wheat land, and names Mabel Watkins and Florence Mew Birter as Badger representatives for a next Tuesday evening exercise.
Wes Williamson and Merle Brady are among locals returning from trips. Williamson recently graduated from the University of Minnesota. Brady fractured his left forearm after a porch fall. Dr. Bobs treated him in Mitchell. The Williamson party enjoyed a western States tour and Dakota stay. Emma Haynes returned from Vermilne South Dakota with Gertrude Morris and sister Misooz Haynes.
An old advertisement extols Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for “female troubles.” It claims to relieve local ailments, restore vigor, and improve appearance. The piece offers a free medical advisory booklet, mailed with 22 one‑cent stamps.
An advertising note touts Mother Gear as a nurse at a Children’s Home in New York dispensing Siehiy Mother Gras sweet powders for children. The remedy claims to break colds, cure feverishness, headaches, stomach troubles, teething issues, and worm destruction. Mailing address listed for product and contact.
Survey complete and plat dedicated by Mr. Weaver. Next week buyers pay cash first come first served. Each square equals AWESw feet 12 fall Lots priced at 2200 per square. Deeds to parties 25. Four buyers share a square for three lots each at 50. Proximity to town and university boosts value near Main street extension by Milwaukee RR tracks. Forced sale by Bidwell Land and Loan Co. Mitche SB.
Sealed bids for erection and completion of Mitchell South Dakota city hall will be received by City Auditor Mitchell S D until July 6 196. Bids may be for stone or cement construction. Plans and specifications are on file with the city auditor and W L Dewi Son architects Sioux Falls SD. Each bid must include a certified check for 1800 08 refundable on award. The council reserves the right to accept or reject any bid.
An ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for headaches and nervous ailments. It claims to purify blood and improve health for 35 cents, with money-back assurance if not cured. The copy mentions Seamin Bros as sellers in a dated, fragmented style.
An advertisement touts four items for chilbisins, frostbites, dampness, sweating, and swollen feet. Foot-Ease powder is sold by druggists and shoe stores for 35e.
Notice invites bids at the county auditors office for out-buildings on court house grounds up to June 30th 183. Bids must specify what building the purchaser wishes to bar. Terms cash. Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. C D Stezems County Auditor
Notice that bids will be received to grade downhill between sections in Rose township. Specifications at the county auditor's office. County commissioners reserve the right to reject any or all bids. Stearns County Auditor.
Excursion tickets offered by C. SE PwEO for Sioux Falls festival run June 29 to July 4 with return by July 6. Additional trips ticketed June 30 and July 2 to Shark Hills, South Dakota at 2.15 for the round trip. Sale dates include June 7 to 3 inclusive and June 30 and July 2.
Teachers attend an in session institute in this city with strong participation similar to other counties. The ten day program aims to refresh studies before attending the National Educational Association, with a graduation evening at the corn palace and an address by Geo W. Nash. Dozens of named attendees are listed among forty four graduates, showcasing an active cohort ready to meet teaching demands.
Mc Farland of Benterville Virginia reports three years of bronchitis cured after using Dr King’s New Discovery. The ad claims effectiveness on coughs colds consumption pneumonia and related illnesses. Scalia Bros., druggists offer trial bottles free with regular sizes priced.
Probate notice shows Cyrus Abbott deceased with heirs listed and citations to present at the County Judge’s office in the courthouse South Dakota. The dated summons notes connection to the estate and legal guardianship by judge W. Abbott.
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