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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1909
Page
9
The Mitchell Printing Co announces subscription terms for the official county paper. Rates shown include one year in advance for a single copy and options for six months, with price details likely listed for residents.
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader mocks Senator Crawford after an interview in Washington where he pledges strict conformity to Taft policies. It notes Crawford once backed La Follette and calls him a true blue cuckoo for aligning fully with Taft on tariffs, naval buildup, and immigration.
A historical notice argues Congress should shift inauguration from March 4 due to blizzards that cut Washington off and disrupt communications. It notes previous storm disruptions and urges changing the schedule to avoid such weather impacts.
The piece recalls dissatisfaction among attendees in Washington who expected the oath in the Senate chamber and a formal address. It contrasts Theodore Roosevelt’s energetic reform era with Taft’s calmer, pacifying approach, noting Roosevelt’s anticipated post Africa trip influence.
After two years of agitation the legislature fails to pass a road reform bill. Senators and representatives refuse conference, leaving rural districts with the old system. The piece argues for county supervision and direct road tax funding to improve maintenance.
Alfred B. Kittredge retires amid Republican infighting and Coe I. Crawford becomes senator. Kittredge, praised for his service, returns to Sioux Falls to resume law practice. Crawford faces a large new role, with years shaping his impact. A Washington note questions tariff timing under Taft.
The speaker argues the nation cannot accept a pace three times faster than it was twelve years ago, warning against unintended consequences and urging a more measured approach to progress. The remark frames a debate over growth and national expectations.
The forecast for inauguration day in Washington appeared tailored for a smooth transition from the Roosevelts turbulent recent months to the incoming president whose mild, kindly nature would deserve calmer weather.
Washington on inauguration day suffered severe weather spurring calls to move the date. Speaker Cannon endorses setting the inaugural date later in May to ensure better conditions for the historic ceremony. He cites past cold deaths at Harrison and Cleveland inaugurations and urges Congress to act.
The Standard Oil Co benefited as both houses passed a bill lowering the gravity test from 68 to 63. Power users argued for higher grade gasoline for home use, while opponents warned of danger from cheaper fuel. Norbeck of Spink, drilling artesian wells with gasoline power, favored the cut despite home safety concerns.
A woman who washes her own clothes fashions an apron from ordinary white table oilcloth. She cuts a butcher style apron, hems with the largest machine stitch, and buttons with cross back straps. Reinforcing pieces create three thick front layers to keep her dry and clean for about 15 or 20 cents.
Parkston reports Mr. Wipf defending his $43 draw from the brand account and two clerks as lawful under 20 percent brand fee law. He argues deputy examiners lack authority to limit staff, asserts election mandate, and notes higher authority must overrule him. Washington descendants linked in the text.
A dramatic claim that Appendi citis, a merciless killer, is stopped by Dr Kings New Life Pills which gently stimulate stomach liver and bowels to prevent biliousness malaria headache indigestion and constipation. 25 cents at Diehl Brown's.
A descendant of Washington named Bush rod C. Washington, said to be a direct descendant of John Augustin Washington and brother of General George Washington, joined several events in Spokane Washington birthday celebrations. Two other de-
A mother from Henrietta Pa. reports her five year battle with eczyma in her son ended after using seven bottles of Electric Bitters. Doctors feared lung damage from poisoned blood but the remedy reportedly cured his symptoms. The ad touts Electric Bitters for eruptions eczema salt rheum sores blood disorders and rheumatism priced at 50 cents and guaranteed by Diehl & Brown.
Macaroni is cut into inch pieces and boiled 20 to 30 minutes then drained. Butter and flour are cooked to form a light roux, then sweet milk is added with salt and pepper. Cooked macaroni is folded in with cheese, topped with buttered crumbs, and baked until golden brown.
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease. The ad claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces and offers one hundred dollars for any case it fails to cure. It cites testimonials and lists Toledo Ohio as the address for F J Cheney & Co. Also recommends Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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