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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1911
Page
8
Fragmentary text discusses constitutionality and taxation with reference to Ag measures and named individuals Gillen and others. Exact meaning unclear due to OCR errors but centers on an opinion about taxable status and constitutional law.
Western residents face constitutional limits on creating irrigation districts. Before advancing, they must secure amendments, similar to drainage district delays seen in the east. Governor Vessey’s veto on a related code hampers western projects, including a northern Stanley County plan to divert Cheyenne River water, which requires rights of way and condemnation authority.
The court noted that state created franchises are not beyond the taxing power of the United States. It referenced prior decisions and the sovereign right of states to levy taxes on corporate activities. The ruling discusses the scope of taxation on franchise operations under existing constitutional authority.
Cardinal Gibbons will present at the next US archbishops meeting a proposed voluntary clergy gift to the pope. The plan, supported by church leaders including Archbishop OConnell, aims to aid Vatican revenue as Rome plans no consistory pilgrimages or receptions this year. Gift would flow from dioceses to a central bureau for transmission to the Holy See.
Fragmentary notes mention Dupree and a county seat decision. The text references D Mre Lettie Krucksan and discussions on establishing a new county center, suggesting the second paper for that month. Details are incomplete and names unclear.
In Somerset Kentucky armed clashes between striking firemen and strikebreakers halt traffic on the Queen and Crescent route. Eleven killed and a dozen wounded as nine black strike-breakers and two white deputies die. Cincinnati reports three freight trains held near King's Mountain as strikers threaten a broader general strike if firemen’s demands aren’t met.
At the annual meeting the State Board of Regents re organized electing A. E. Hitchcock of Mitchell as president and T. W. Dwight of Sioux Falls as vice president. New secretary Fred Ford of Elk Point replaces I. N. Aldrich after twelve years. Hitchcock is praised for his deep ties to higher education and plans to elevate South Dakota's colleges.
Hog trade remains slow with prices mostly lower. Receipts today near 35 000 with 2 748 carried over and 26 000 expected tomorrow. bulk hog prices 6 80 to 7 10 with pigs 6 60 to 7 05. Cattle receipts 17 000 with steady to lower prices for beeves 5 15 to 5 85 and cows 2 60 to 5 80. Sheep receipts 16 000 with native 3 00 to 5 10 and yearlings 4 76 to 5 65 and lambs 5 00 to 6 36.
Sioux City Iowa cattle receipts 1600 weak to ten cents lower hog receipts 6500 shade lower top 6.65 bulk 6.67 6.62 sheep receipts 300 unchanged.
Furnished by W. H. Dickinson & Co. brokers with Chicago Board of Trade and Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce links. Mitchell room 318 Western National Bank Building. Wheat No 1 northern 97 1.01 No 2 northern 97 1.00. Corn No 3 white 45 1-4 46c No 3 yellow 45 3-4 46 1-2 No 4 white 43 44 No 4 yellow 43 1-2 44 1-2. Oats No 2 white 31 1-2 32 No 3 white 30 3-4 31 1-4 standard 31 1-4 31 3-4.
Wheat No 1 northern ranged 98 1 8 to 98 7 8. No 2 northern 95 5 8 to 96 7 8. No 2 durum 83 1 4. No 3 yellow corn 42 1 2 to 43. No 4 corn 40 1 2 to 41 1 2. No 3 white oats 28 1 2 to 29. Barley 70 93. Rye 83 84 1 2. Flax 2.66 per bushel.
Mrs William Pattison of Mitchell South Dakota reports long standing backache due to kidney trouble was relieved after using Doan's Kidney Pills from Diehl Brown's Drug Store. One box cured her kidney complaint and she highly endorses the product. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Mrs. Allen Steevens hoped to return Friday but illness delayed her. The community, including Mr. and Mrs. Knight and Nina Hazel, and Florence Miller, spent Sunday with Geo. T. Miller. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Wilson died Saturday evening. A short prayer and flowers accompanied the bereavement as neighbors offered sympathy.
Armour South Dakota Wakefield was brought from Lemmon yesterday on the charge of deserting his family. He is in jail awaiting preliminary hearing. Wakefield formerly conducted a local business before leaving the city.
Washington D C Samuel Huntington is appointed registrar of the land office at Letamon D C replacing Clay C Carpenter. He was endorsed by Senators Gamble and Crawford.
The article notes Lemmon’s rapid growth as a town, driven by its status as the terminus of the Fox Ridge branch of the Milwaukee road. It mentions a large trade area, a resident physician among his daughters in Sioux City, and a sizable family that contributes to local business.
The Faith community announces a $15000 hotel project as part of this year’s local improvements. The plan aims to provide a substantial lodging facility for a town of Faith’s size, complementing other town enhancements underway.
New York City report states Packy McFarland outpointed Owen Moran at every stage of their ten round match for the English lightweight championship, delivering a decisive performance. McFarland maintained control throughout the bout, earning the victory in the city.
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