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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1909
Page
11
The article argues liquor prohibition enforcement in Mitchell has strengthened under city and police action, noting fewer saloons on lower Main Street and increased private effort to curb violations. It compares Maine to Mitchell and forecasts debates on license questions tied to county and state elections.
The push for woman suffrage in South Dakota hinges on the 1910 general election. Legislators enabled a vote on the issue, and organizers have labored for years to secure support.
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader urges invoking the referendum to challenge the bill that divides the state into congressional districts. It criticizes the timing and partisan motives, notes the 1910 census will increase to three representatives, and calls for using the referendum to delay and examine all related bills.
Contractors and carpenters say Mitchell will see more homes built this year than at any time since 1905, a year noted for exceptional activity. The outlook emphasizes a strong construction push ahead.
The city limits remain tight on housing with hundreds already built in six years but a continued rise in new homes. Major 1909 projects include a new high school on the east side, completion of the federal building by late August, the Elks building with its superstructure pending, and Milwaukee Road’s new passenger station. W. Ff. Bancroft, formerly of Wessington Springs, is named state game warden by Governor Vessey, a friendship choice amid partisan tensions.
In discussions with a local businessman, he admits his firm prospered after Mitchell closed the saloons. He reports fewer bad debts and stronger cash trade, and says he would not want the saloons back. He believes many merchants share this view and urges continuing the prohibition.
The Commercial Committee argues Mitchell can host a wholesale grocery venture despite not yet having one. Mitch ell offers advantages for a local establishment serving a 100 mile radius, with supply points 150 to 300 miles away. Commissioner Ness suggests forming a trust company to back such enterprises, noting several institutions ready to relocate if supported locally.
A city committee studied a paid fire department plan for Watertown proposing eight men on duty at night and three by day at the city hall. Costs would rise by 870 dollars beyond current funding but offer quicker response and property protection. The council will vote at the next meeting while Mitchell already operates a chemical wagon and overnight staffing.
The text notes prompt fire response and readiness at the department house. It mentions Mitchell delaying a paid department idea but indicating movement toward it as the city grows larger and plans develop.
A public notice warns farmers to stop burning straw piles in fields as smoldering embers can ignite stubble and cause widespread damage. Fire Marshal reports arrests and fines for illegal fires within 50 feet of fresh plowing, with civil suits possible for neighbor losses.
Mrs Ida Soper of Big Pond Pennsylvania recounts a near fatal lung illness and says Dr Kings New Discovery cured her after others failed. She notes rapid relief and lasting health for twelve years and lists coughs colds sore lungs and bronchial ailments treated with the remedy. Trial bottle offered free and guaranteed by Diehl Brown.
Gregory organizes a Citizens Aid society after being given the Mitchell district land office. The group plans to correspondence with up to 4000 Tripp county homesteaders seeking information and to build a sod shanty as a rest room and information bureau run by representative citizens.
A public notice states settlers must file by the stated deadline, aims to prevent graft and misleading statements by unscrupulous persons, and warns settlers to be vigilant. It notes abundant water, no fire danger, and a capable fire department.
An old risk-warning advert promotes Dean’s Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney complaints with symptoms like abnormal urine and back pain. It cites Mrs Dennis Donovan of Mitchell South Dakota and notes the product retails for 50 cents, with Foster Milburn Co. as U.S. agents in Buffalo New York and the slogan Remember the name Doan’s.
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