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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1888
Page
6
The Mitchell Printing Co advertises low rates for business and legal notices. Subscriptions, address changes, and correspondence instructions are listed, with rates for business locals and obituaries or wedding notices at five cents per line.
Friday June 2 1888 Dakota Republicans rally behind Hien Narrison and Carrison Morton ticket. The Dakota press argues for a Republican presidential win, praising Narrison as a unifying leader, while warning Grigsby’s faction against self serving acts that could jeopardize Dakota’s support and influence in the national campaign. The Alexandria Sterald weighs in on Mellette’s role as national committeeman amid campaign maneuvers.
John Sherman appears handicapped at Chicago by managers whose vanity rivaled their rivals, as they yielded to praise from distinguished senators' enemies and fell prey to flattery in a political tug.
The St Paul Globe laments Gresham’s failure to secure a nomination, noting that even if he had won the nomination, the bourbon sheet would still have harshly criticized him. The commentary hints at partisan tone and editorial opposition without detailing specifics.
The sharp tone of the democratic press toward the republican ticket early in the campaign suggests Clarrison and Morton enjoy solid strength, more than any single factor.
The Aberdeen Republican endorses Wahpeton’s Dr. Swaine as Democratic delegate candidate. Barrett’s feud with Swaine centers on prior political disputes and factional alignment within the party, fueling tension over who should represent the local district.
The campaign season is opening satisfactorily this year as candidates report strong appreciation for advertising benefits.
The minority report from the Ways and Means committee, presented by Major Melinley, condemns the Mills bill as a radical tariff reversal. It argues the measure harms farmers and workers by removing protections for wool, flax, hemp, and other fibers, while allowing Canadian products to enter duty free. The minority accuses the majority of ignoring testimony and blocking a treasury statement, warning the bill shifts toward free trade and upsets national industries and employment.
Minnehaha county selects a delegation led by Frank Pettigrew for the Watertown convention. The group is said to favor Grigsby, but the observer doubts Grigsby’s chances improve. Pettigrew’s ambition may block a rival, while Grigsby’s role was to keep Palmer from winning the county.
A fragmented line calls for action against Mr. Creed THaysmond, proposing punishment by placing him in Hinpid waters. The tone suggests a harsh, punitive stance amid a Pacific coast setting with golden sands implied.
The Chicago Tribune analyzes a sharp turn of events as the business world confronts a harsh reversal. Executives face scrutiny and investors reassess strategies amid mounting pressure and unsettled markets. The piece explores responses, impacts, and potential remedial steps.
The Alexandria Herald urges restraint in selecting lawmakers, arguing local issues should be set aside for the public good. It condemns the Democratic St Paul Globe for drawing Grover Cleveland’s early work and notes the Republican convention adjourned without a nominee.
The Fargo Argus backs reform, urging the people to elect a new legislature to supervise territory revenues. It warns that two more years under Church Ward and Co. would bankrupt the territory, calling for responsible oversight to prevent waste and ensure value for tax payments.
Harper's Magazine excerpt highlights Hastings Nebraska Mitchell in Dakota and McCook Nebraska as thriving desert towns. It praises their modern utilities, schools, churches, banks, and water works, arguing they prove the westward migration’s lasting settlement beyond mining towns. Spearman notes they embody the urge to “Go west, young man.”
The Bismarck Tribune notes the national Republican convention in Chicago endorsed division movement strongly. It argues the party now favors division, promising Dakota admission as a state if successful in November. The piece asserts South Dakota and North Dakota will join the sisterhood of states soon.
A street overheard exchange shows Jones challenging Smith for hawking and spitting, Smith replies he suffers catarrh, and Jones claims a cure with Dr Sage’s Catarrh Remedy. Smith agrees to try it after hearing of its availability at all drug stores in town.
An old physician long retired reveals a plant based formula to cure consumption bronchitis and other lung ailments. He claims it also cures nervous debility. He offers to mail the recipe free of charge in German French or English to any reader who requests it by sending a stamped reply to W A Noyes Rochester NY.
New York June 28 Three times learned that the Soo line has cut first class freight to St Paul and Minneapolis to 60 cents per hundred pounds and lower rates for other classes. The rail route offers the lowest rates yet and could capture Northwest business or force rivals to meet them, a prospect viewed unfavorably by agents.
Commissioner McClure reports for May covering 76 counties from 166 correspondents. Based on a 100 scale, wheat 1. corn 62. oats 86. barley 89. buckwheat 88. hay 80. flax 1. vegetables 78. potatoes 80. Wheat oats rye and all small grains and vegetables indicate potential record yields in many years.
On June 28 in Murwauker a large seizure by Daniels collected 32000 shares of mining stock owned by John E. Burton to satisfy Gage E. Tarbell. Included are American Fibge company shares. The property is to be offered at sheriff's sale on July 16.
Report notes Utah based Latter Day Saints missionaries preaching in rural school houses near Rochester. Local officials fear strong resistance from county residents and warns of possible violent reprisals.
Two green country boys from interior Dakota filed informations against Sioux Falls saloonmen to quit their illegal sales between seed and harvest. They have lodged complaints against three dealers and will serve papers on others as needed. Immense brick industry at Superior Wisconsin. St Paul and Duluth Railway builds sidetrack to Superior Brick yards. plant to employ about sixty men at full capacity producing 20,000 bricks daily.
The Indian council at Fort Gibson Cherokee Nation adjourned after a four day session. A resolution to unify all civilized tribes into one common council with shared laws and equal representation was unanimously adopted.
Emperor Francis Joseph received Count Waldersee who declared William II’s accession to the German throne. Waldersee then visited Archduke Joseph, Prime Minister Tisza, and the defense minister to relay the news.
Winona June 28 announced that the contract for the tie and rails for the first twenty miles of the Winona and Southwestern railroad has been awarded to Mr. McIntyre, manager for the syndicate holding the road project contract.
Grain and produce prices listed for wheat corn oats and bran with bids and asks from St Paul market as well as Duluth morning prices. Stock yards report receipts at South St Paul include hogs and cattle with per hundredweight sales and ranges for light to heavy hogs and cattle, plus Minneapolis wheat quotes for various grades and delivery months.
Bern June 28 The emperor opened the Prussian diet session in a throne speech praising his father’s memory and adopting William I’s policy. He pledged to honor parliamentary law while protecting the constitution and crown rights, promised creed protections, Catholic peace, and aims to develop finances and reduce taxes for the poor.
In Minneapolis on June 28 Pat Killen defeated Patsy Cardiff to claim the Northwest boxing title under Marquis of Queensberry rules. The 15 round bout drew 3,500 to 4,000 spectators at the Washington rink, with Killen claiming victory after Cardiff fell from a right hand blow in the fourth round. Conley, the Ithaca Giant, attended and may challenge Killen in a future bout in St Paul.
The Western Base Ball Association admitted Sioux City to membership at a June meeting in Chicago to replace the failed St Louis club. Sioux City inherits St Louis’s schedule but starts with zero percentage, earning position in the championship race as past St Louis games are ignored, leaving an 8 record.
Frank Flynn of Brooklyn fought D Leary of Philadelphia nine rounds near Haver straw for a 409 purse. Flynn won by landing on Leary's jugular and knocking him out.
The German Lutheran Synod of Minnesota meets at Emanuel's church in Mankato for a four day program. The session opens early with many attendees from across the state and will cover church business for Minnesota.
Amouse, widow of French Canadian Cragg and daughter of Buffalo Head, chief of the Lake Superior Indians, died at 92 in Bayfield Wisconsin. She will be buried at Lapointe near her noted parent’s remains.
St. Croix weathered scene reports Albert Blant, 18, found guilty of murder in the second degree for shooting George W. Debill during a March quarrel in St. Louis area Minnesota town. Blant faces the verdict amid a tense local response.
Poughkeepsie June 8. Beteve Brodie arrived at Rhine Cliff at 10 30 a m and rested until 5 p m. He says he is sick of the job but will finish and it will be his last attempt to beat Boynton's time.
The annual conference of the anti Missourian division of the Norwegian Lutheran synod at Martelle Wisconsin has closed after being in session since Thursday. It is reported a success.
In Rat Portage excitement grows over Ontario Mining Company claims with reports that the finds may be the world’s richest. Miners compare it to a major discovery as a boat arrives from the mine signaling new activity.
The first number of The Record official organ of the Trade and Labor assembly will appear today in Chicago. J R Buchanan editor of the Labor Enquirer is named editor in chief.
Wisconsin physician meeting in Madison on June 24 featured several papers read and discussed followed by a banquet.
In Winnebago, Minnesota, on June 28, Free Baptists meet to plan a full organization for the new college opening this fall. The session aims to formalize the force and operations for the institution set to begin classes soon.
The German Reichstag opened its session with Prince Bismarck and many federal council members present. The president read an address replying to the throne speech, cordially approving the emperor's declaration and expressing confidence that peace uniting the German people will endure under William II and the federal government. The address was adopted unanimously.
The president cancels a Cincinnati trip for the exposition opening. A boarding house burglary in Sioux City nets 500 dollars and jewelry. Ringling Bros. attache James Richardson is shot at Webster City by a drunken guard. A Mason City freight wreck injures five cars. A Waverly man threatens suicide before his daughter and river search fails. Turkey ratifies Suez canal convention. Geographical Society reports a white pea near Khartoum. Wolseley cites unused generals in the army.
BrrraLo New York June 27 The American Institute of Nomeopathy opened its forty first annual meeting at Niagara Falls Most of the week will be devoted to core sessions President A C Cowper thwaite of Iowa City delivered the annual address Dr Henry Payne of New York reported seventeen deaths among members in the past year The institute lists over 1000 members with delegates from nearly every state attending
A compact roll of state votes for Gen. Grant. California 8, Colorado 6, Connecticut 12, Florida 6, Georgia 18, Kansas 6, Louisiana 14, Maryland 14, Minnesota 8, Mississippi 14, Montana 2, Nebraska 6, Nevada 6, New Jersey 14, North Carolina 18, Ohio 42, Rhode Island 8, South Carolina 12, Tennessee 20, Texas 8, Virginia 20, West Virginia 10 and 16 for Grant.
Folklore details water horses across nations, from Iceland to Ireland, with traits of eight feet in legends and a bridled cross sign to tame them. Witches and fairies ride horses in England and Scotland, while omens include white horses and curing through a piebald ride. The horse is a heraldic and religious symbol, linked to saints and mythic deities, in art and epic tales.
A. Bogardus in the New York World ridicules composite photography calling it absurd and misleading. He argues that printing many faces to form an average image has no sense or truth and mocks the idea as Anglo-Saxon nonsense that would resemble stacking Dickens pages to form an average story.
Berlin has become the hub of carved wood production, employing about six hundred wood carvers, as well as as many turners and seven hundred carpenters. They manufacture items such as cigar cases frames napkin rings and more. The annual export value reaches around 85,000,000 marks, excluding costly carved wood furniture and related exports.
A petroleum engine on display in England attracts attention. Petroleum is pumped into a tank and sprayed by air into a chamber where an electric spark from a small battery supplies motive power. The device is described as simple, with the piston oiling itself through petroleum vapor and working with regularity.
A garbled OCR fragment references a Saturday event and a few proper nouns but is largely unreadable. It mentions Olm J and Gr 5 Dakot but lacks clear actions, dates, or locations.
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