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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1889
Page
5
Mules for sale advertised at Blanchard law office and C W Gillis opens a realty office. Judge Crow eyes five quarter sections for eastern parties while March 11 nursery school opening and land sales feature amid a busy Mitchell scene with social events, church repairs, and railroad track work.
Prairie fires and geese migrate north as farm work begins. Mr. Smith, from Iowa, buys the McMaster farm near Pleasant Ridge and is welcomed. A March 2 protracted meeting features Mrs. Rey Carl Charley preaching to a large congregation. March 10 baptism is planned at Pleasant Ridge school house. A home social honors Mr. Charles Wright. trips and local trades are reported. A presidential inauguration at the white house is noted with mixed appointments and land patent promises for Dakota residents.
A Chicago runner recalls Mr P. T. McGovern, a shy Mitchell insurer, visiting Chicago and invited to attend the "Silver King" theater with his wife. They secured tickets, but during the ballet the Mitchell man grew anxious and leaned forward.
A Chicago man, fearing a fall, handed opera glasses to Mr. McGovern who looked through them with the wrong end first. He misjudged the distance to the stage, prompting a humorous quip. Laughter spread through the upper tiers before the man corrected the view and kept the glasses until curtain.
Washington correspondence lists winning parties in capitalized names for land contests. many cases show no winner where not capitalized. It also lists issued cash patents and homestead patents with their numbers.
The piece lauds Mitchells young men for pursuing homeownership as a path to better citizenship. It argues ownership brings stability energy and loyalty, costs less overall, and enhances surrounding property values when homes reflect owners ideas.
Huron reports from Friday morning that W. C. Arnold, a Dakotan attorney, is the favorite to succeed Governor Church as territorial governor. Arnold is said to be in Washington to deliver resignations and owes his appointment to ties with Matt Quay. Local Dakota residents doubt the rumor.
The Coal Mine reports excellent quality coal from the Presba farm coal bank as daily developments grow. Samples are available at the office free of charge, and officials say Mitchell's coal mines may become a leading local industry within months.
Sheriff Wyman pledges twenty five dollars monthly to Mrs. Kincel widow of the late sheriff from the office proceeds. He calls it voluntary and says she is entitled to support as Mr. Kincel helped with campaign expenses last fall.
The Huronite blasts Sioux Falls for bragging about railroad facilities claiming the Queen City has only two outward routes into Dakota, calling them Jerkwater branches while asserting Huron boasts the best rail facilities in Dakota. Consistency, thou art a jewel.
On his arrival home councilman Ryan was greeted with an enthusiastic reception. Representative men of both political parties delivered addresses and the event was marked by great hilarity.
Jno M Pease was named to the board of trustees for the school for deaf mates at Sioux Falls by Guy Church. The appointment is expected to fail due to lack of confirmation.
In deference to church work, the regular temperance mass meetings are deferred for two months. Arrangements will be made to hold one on the first Sunday in April as usual.
Kimball argues a correct canvass would place Mitchell as first choice for capital, with Pierre as second. The graphic presents Mitchell ahead of others in the survey.
The Douglas County board may face a petition at the April meeting to call an election on moving the county seat. Armour interests push for central access near Grand View, while the Omaha road’s routing could decide the outcome. Local politicians dodge firm positions, hoping to avoid offense.
Dr J A McCroskey formerly serving life for manslaughter was pardoned by the Governor after four years in prison. Convicted under unique circumstances involving a cowboy and a disputed marriage, he had pleaded guilty to secure his family’s release. The doctor’s good conduct and professional reputation were noted in the pardon.
E S Waterbury reports Mitchell aims to secure the state capital in the near term. South Dakota maps show rail lines centered on Mitchell, with a line to Waterbury and a plan for construction before the capital location election. He urges patience until construction begins.
The list shows uncalled letters at Mitchell Post Office for the week ending March 11. Names include Adams F D Anderson L J Grant Miss Anna Sloward Miss Nellie Ingham N J Lucas Mrs F Morton G H Norden Frid Phelps Rev JS Turner Mrs Katie Winter Henry Gates. Advertised. uncalled letters after two weeks will go to the dead letter office.
A year after Mitchell university burned with about 25,000 debt and little insurance, officials announce a new modern building on the same site. It will be fully furnished and debt free upon completion, with Providence permitting.
The piece notes Redfield’s earnest bid for temporary capital and cites cordial relations with Mitchell. It predicts Redfield will be a strong contender, likely forcing a close second to the city’s efforts as the race advances.
Invitation notes a high school social hosted by Mr. Joseph Harker at his residence inviting all to attend Friday evening.
Attorney Stanchfield today received a letter from Hon. Thomas W. Palmer of Michigan the recently appointed envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary to Spain stating he forwarded a contribution of $100 to the Methodist university at this place.
The week ending March 9, 1889, saw above average temperature and sunshine with average precipitation. Mild conditions from the 3rd to 6th gave way to blustery cold on Thursday, enabling plowing and sowing. Ground absorbs melting snow and soils are in good condition for seeds and spring rains. Signed by Sam W. Glenn, Supt. sig. corps director, Dakota weather service.
The Huron convention reports a united stance to support the Sioux Falls constitution and to push the prohibitory clause. Governor Larrabee of Iowa cites positive effects of Iowa’s law on population values and business. A central committee is formed with 500 delegates present and about $8,000 pledged to organize county campaigns this month.
A rousing gathering at the court house honors the end of carpet bag rule and the advent of home rule in Dakota. Arthur C. Mellette is praised as the new territorial governor, with resolutions sent to President Harrison and Gov. Mellette.
A team of Ben Weaver's plow horses frightened by a sheet of paper blown along the street bolted from Faulkner's hardware area and dashed through Main and First, overturning a wagon near the First National bank block. Bystanders stopped them. damage is described as little. The incident warns against depositing papers in public streets.
The article proclaims Mitchell as central to the Dakota network and a future headquarters for the Northwestern line. It states the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul will be trans continental and that Mitchell is the railroad center of South Dakota. It notes seventy South Dakota towns already have direct communication with Mitchell.
The season may lift the number beyond 100 as most towns in the territory can reach Mitchell with a single transfer. South Dakota citizens consider this fact before deciding their vote in October.
A special train of forty immigrant cars passed north last night bound for Eureka in McPherson county, the present terminus of Milwaukee's northwestern branch. Seven more immigrant cars moved north on the regular train this morning, with another equal number on the freight west. Officials say this may not reflect future volumes, but there is plenty of room.
A scarlet fever epidemic is reported a few miles south of Sioux Falls with newspapers claiming high death tolls and rapid spread. Authorities urged to verify conditions and impose a quarantine if needed to prevent wider transmission.
Farmers are invited to buy two cars of hard seed wheat from Rice and Son at bottom prices. Visit the first warehouse east of Deering Building to view and purchase.
An old advertisement claims Hallard's Horehound Syrup cures consumption predispositions and throat chest lung affections. It touts thousands of grateful sufferers and urges readers to seek free sample bottles at Gale's.
A Word to the Wise. Bradstreet Thurber & Co Syndicate block Minneapolis advertise the largest stock of low priced medium and fine furniture in the northwest. They provide estimates on complete furnishing and decorating for homes hotels restaurants and offices and invite readers to request their spring catalogue BRADSTREET THURBER CO.
Pretty Women. All women look attractive when their color and complection is clear. If your skin is sallow, eyes dull, you are bilious, secure a box of Williams Australian herb pills, take as directed and the feeling of languor will leave you, your eyes brighten, and you are another woman. Try them. Price 25 cents, at Gule's.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve proclaimed the best salve in the world for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and it cures piles or no pay. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded price 25 cents per box sold by S. JI. Scallin.
Ballard's Snow Liniment touted as a universal cure for rheumatism neu ralgia sore chest old sores wounds sprains and bruises. Gale agent claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy relieves severe colds. sold by S. H. Seallin. Ayer's medicines praised by a Brooklyn doctor. Sarsaparilla advertised to energize the body. High school social program at Mr Harker's home and a Sioux Falls real estate deal via Prescott Smith. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy deemed safe for children. sold by S. H. Seallin.
Milk cows for sale cash or on time inquire on farm nine miles southeast of Mitchell. Also an ad for remedy notes sick headache oppression dullness in head linked to indigestion morbid despondency and nerves. Dr J H McLean liver and kidney balm and pills advertised as a cure.
Bradstreet Thurber & Co Syndicate of Minneapolis advertises furniture draperies and bric-a-brac at low prices with a request to send for a spring catalog. The piece includes a testimonial from Mr L P Bardwell editor of The Marion Pilot praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe and effective for colds croup and sore throat. Sold by S H Scallin.
Multiple medical patent medicines promote treatments for piles, skin conditions, coughing, and diarrhea. Swayne's Ointment claims to remove tumors and heal ulcers, Beggs' Cherry Cough Syrup promises immediate cough relief, Beggs' Diarrhea Balsam offers quick relief, and J H MacLean's Cordial with Blood Purifier pledges to enrich blood and strength.
The ad claims Begg's Blood Purifier purifies the blood with universal satisfaction at equal price and offers a money back guarantee. It promotes Dr. J.H. McLean eye salve for eye ailments at 26 cents a box and Volcanic Oil Liniment for stock and farmer aches.
Arrangements to ship seed wheat from North Dakota farmers aim for pure Scotch fire Saskatoon or Blue stem varieties. Buyers are urged to order early since shipments will not begin until sold. Visit the Mill to view samples at Monmouth Merchant Mills.
An old advertisement advocates Beggs' Cherry Cough Syrup and Dr. J. H. McLean's Tar Wine Lung Balm as remedies for coughs throat and lung diseases. It cautions against ignoring symptoms and relying on cheap medicines, noting sale by S. H. Scallin.
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