Board of Equalization Adjusts City Property Values
June 20 to 22 1899 board of equalization met with E B Bracy Jos McLaughlin Louis Beckwith E L Potter and others. Petitions from Wm Van Epps D A Scott and First National Bank led to numerous property value reductions and adjournments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Equalization
E. B. Bracy
Louis Beckwith
E. L. Potter
Jas
EK. B. Bracy
Jos. McLaughlin
E L. Potter
Jos. E. Wells
L. A. Stout
Beckwith
Potter
J. K. Smith
Stout
Wm. van Epps
D. A. Scott
L. A. Thomas
First National Bank
C.,m. & St. P. Railroad Company
Twelfth Street
Scott’s
Railroad
van Epp
Valuation Reductions and Board of Equalization Action
The 1899 assessment roll was corrected by the board of equalization with numerous reductions and one increase across multiple lots and blocks in Mitchell. Items include Lot 7 Block 19 original plat lowered to 1200, Lot 9 Block 7 Rowley’s addition to 350, and several other adjustments. the board adjourned sine die after approval as corrected. Chaplain Havens praised the Soldiers Home in Sioux Falls, defending Col Linn against Aberdeen WRC criticisms and confirming good order, palatable meals, and overall care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
Mitchell
Rowley
Cooley & Guernsey
van Eps
Beckwith
McLaughlin
Board of Equalization
E. B. Bracyy
J. K. Smmivrh
Chaplain Havens
State Department
Aberdeen W. R. C
Sioux Falls
Argus Leader
Aberdeen W.R.C
Col. Linn
Hot Springs
Davison County
Exploration of James River Basin by Todd and Hall
Professors James E. Todd and Hall arrive in Vermillion to lead a summer geological survey of the James River Basin. Sponsored by the U S government survey and geology department, they plan four half sections of a national map covering the country. Work will occupy their time until the fall university reopening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James River Basin
James E. Todd
State University
Vermillion
Hall
North Dakota Agricultural College
U. S. Government Survey and
Geological Department
University Seemn
Hick's July Weather Forecast Warns Of Storms And Heat
The forecast predicts a volatile July with two main storm periods from the 2nd to 12th and 19th to 22nd, rising heat westward around the 3rd, and frequent thunder storms. Expect cooler spells after storm fronts, local heavy rains, gusty winds, and a general rainfall deficit toward month end.
THINK CLARK FOUND NEAR KIMBALL DEAD MYSTERY CLARIFIED
Reports say Stephen Clark who shot his wife and daughter near Delmont Douglas county may be dead now a body found eight miles south of Kimball matched his description except for lacking rifle and horse. The body had a bullet wound and was found by sheep men near Newton. Authorities buried the remains amid unresolved questions surrounding his flight and possible suicide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen Clark
Delmont
Douglas County
Newton
Kimball
Clark
Charles Mix County
South Dakota Regiment Remains in Philippines Doolittle Letter
Walter S. Doolittle writes from Manila to Sioux Falls parents about the South Dakota regiment in the Philippines. He notes ongoing combat plans, health conditions, and the need for more troops to seal gains. He reports 320 privates and 17 officers in Manila earlier, dropping to under 200 privates and 3 officers on the sick list. He emphasizes readiness to stay and fight. Also reports Jos Patton's wrist injury and Dr Bobb aiding him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter S. Doolittle
Philippines
Sioux Falls
Argus
Lieut. Doolittle
Mitchell
Omaha
Argun
Doolittle
Manila
Calumpit
Stover
Fox
United States
South Dakota
Also Mentioned on This Page
S. H. Scallin
A. H. Daniels
M. D
R. F. Dundas
W. E. Crane
B. A. Bobb
F. W. Freyberg
M.D
India
C. E. Vermilyer
Dodd’s Grocery
Dodd
Geo
H. Rew
H.R. Kibbee
J.T. Morrow
Becker
Sol
Dier
Jim “River
Todd
Jim River
Col Lvnn
The
Stafford
Sunborn County
W. W. Bowen
Wrought Iron Range Co
St. Louis
Mr. Bowen
Bowen
Hicks
Hick
Jos. Patton
Milwaukee
Crane
Bobb
Dyal
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