Mitchell Capital 5 Ne Tetor Prize Ad
Local advertisement lists a Mitchell capital prize at 1.00 currency units with bold numbers and fragmented text suggesting a retail or lottery style promotion.
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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1914
Page
2
Local advertisement lists a Mitchell capital prize at 1.00 currency units with bold numbers and fragmented text suggesting a retail or lottery style promotion.
The Webster World argues state costs rise due to Aberdeen type institutions pushing for larger buildings and more staff. It blames an "institutional combine" in Pierre, controlled by institution towns, for unchallenged budgets and calls for drastic political reform to curb this power.
Mitchell high school wrapped up its thirteenth and final game of the season by defeating Pierre 25 to 14 Saturday night. With three starters out, reserves shined as Mitchell’s record remains strong, tempered only by losses to Sioux Falls and Vermillion. John Relerson starred with guarding and shooting, Salisbury added five baskets, and foul counts were modest in a steady second half.
Spring Fever tonic Electric Bitters billed as a spring cleansing remedy. It claims to purify blood, stimulate kidneys and liver, restore vigor, and offer four weeks of treatment with guarantees. Sold by E. Buckten & Co. in Philadelphia or St Louis.
Pierre reports the river ice broke up last night causing a slight rise in the water for about two hours. Indications suggest no major flooding and a clear river for about twenty miles upstream from the town.
Capt. J. Boyce, a Mexican hardware businessman in Torreon, recounts wartime losses and killings, his escape from Edgemont, and a nearly missed voyage on the Titanic due to an aversion to large ships. He plans to visit daughter in Gillette until it is safe to return.
Mrs. W. C. Sprague of Mitchell South Dakota reports relief from backaches weak kidneys headaches and dizzy spells after using Dean's Kidney Pills. She recommends the remedy and notes it removes trouble after a few doses. Sold at all dealers for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
Lead South Dakota reports show Homestake and Wasp No 2 mining firms posting strong results. Homestake logged bullion receipts of 6 186 651 78 and 1 540 961 tons milled at an average 4 0143 per ton with high mill costs and a $2 146 224 60 dividend payout on 26 116 000 shares. Wasp No 2 yielded 127 680 tons over eight months producing 200 000 in gold and 19 000 in silver with total operating costs 167 000 and a 54 000 profit distributed among five stockholders.
Averdeen S. Dr Henry Gardinier a Ripon Wisconsin resident aged about 22 or 23 killed himself on James Miller’s Leola South Dakota farm after a lover’s quarrel with a young woman coworker. A jury found death by own action while temporarily insane.
A grand jury in Omaha charges six prominent attorneys and associates with extortion and blackmail related to Nellie Paul Brandeis case. Baxter Olmstead Brady and three others face counts of extortion embezzlement and subornation of perjury. Mrs Paul and Brandeis connected to the lengthy civil suit and trial.
About eleven hundred inquiries flood the South Dakota state immigration department seeking cheap lands homesteads farm rentals and work. Some want grain and alfalfa seed via registered growers. The bureau keeps files open to the public and will publish the list for broader distribution. The department aims to arouse interest without selling anything and seeks cooperation from other agencies.
A March 17 meeting of the state Live Stock Sanitary Board will discuss the distribution and handling of hog cholera virus in South Dakota. Officials note the virus is being sold despite risks and seek to regulate its use to prevent harm.
An advertisement urges voters to support Governor Byrne and his tax commission while noting Davison county farm land taxes rose by 15676.59 from 1912 to 1913. It asks residents to compare 1912 and 1913 taxes at the county treasurer and endorses R. O. Richards for governor to curb spoils and lower taxes.
Mr. Watkins is a present member of the House of Representatives from Davison County and a candidate for renomination in the Republican primary to be held March 24. Support of Republican voters will be appreciated.
South Dakota temperance forces announce a political push backing candidates favorable to state and national prohibition. The Anti-Saloon League plans to support legislators, congressmen, and the federal prohibition amendment, with Hobson’s Senate campaign aid requested and possible financial backing.
London reports the Fifth Duke of Sutherland plans an October auction of 300000 acres in Scotland amid wealth pressures and taxes. The estate, among Europe’s largest landholdings, sits as a symbol of noble wealth strained by taxes and losses, with historic properties like Trentham sold or demolished.
Public Examiner J L Wingfield questions whether state banks can join the Federal Reserve system under federal law due to state prohibitions. He notes the state law forbids banks and trust companies from owning stock in other firms and lacks any clause allowing such investment to qualify for Reserve membership. The law does not explicitly bar entry but imposes stock-ownership limits.
John Dondelinger announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for County Treasurer in the March 24 primary. A farmer and 33-year Davison County resident, he moved from Perry township to Mitchell last August and has over 20 years of active GOP involvement.
County court in Davidson County South Dakota schedules March 21 1914 at 10 a m in Mitchell for proving the will of William Pattison deceased and for hearing the petition for probate and issuance of letters testamentary all heirs next of kin Belle Pattison William Pattison Thomas Pattison and Nancy Barber may appear to contest the same Judge O C Thompson court clerk S Cattrell seal
FE J Cheney & Co of Toledo advertise Hall's Catarrh Cure as the sole constitutional remedy. The text claims catarrh is a constitutional disease requiring systemic treatment and offers $100 for any case it fails to cure. It lists dosage, contact details, and promises testimonials from doctors and customers.
Toric lenses reduce reflections and eye strain for wearers, offering clearer vision and more comfortable daily use. Eye care experts note improved glare handling and reduced halos in bright light, making them a preferred option for long hours of wear.
In Davison County Circuit Court a notice states the Montana Standard Mining Company has filed for voluntary dissolution under South Dakota law. Within thirty days of first publication any interested person may appear and object to the dissolution. Clerk's seal dated March 9, 1914.
Herbert Thompson of Winona Minnesota faces murder charges in Miner County South Dakota for the death of his 17 year old girl wife. The incident occurred last November at the Otter home in Howard. Eyewitnesses H J Christianson and wife along with Mrs Otter will testify.
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