California and Delaware senators not elected in 1899
The Mitchell Capital notes the California and Delaware legislatures adjourned without choosing a United States senator. Manila reports a Sunday attack near Pasig by rebels against Washington volunteers, with Otis promising further action as Filipinos weaken. Bryan and Belmont clash over Jeffersonian democracy and Chicago platform alignment.
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California
Delaware
United States
Manila
Pasig
Washington Volunteers
Milipinos
Otis
South Dakota Regiment Shines in Manila Battle Reports
Letters from soldiers describe the South Dakota regiment's front line action in Manila February 4. They captured a block house and the Chinese church, endured heavy fire, and killed or detained Filipino forces. The writers note few casualties and strong resolve, praising the troops as true soldiers and state pride.
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Mianila
South Dakota
South Dakotaa
Roll of Honor for March 17 1899 at School No 3 Perry Township
The roll lists absent students for the month ending March 17 1899 in School No 3 Perry Township including Belle Waugh Ads Waugh Maggie Waugh Roe Waugh Nickie Waugh Johnie Blin dauer Pauline Blindauer Selix Blin dauer Anna C Althen and the teacher.
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Perry Township
Belle Waugh
Ads Waugh
Maggie Waugh
Roe Waugh
Nickie Waugh
Johnie Blindauer
Pauline Blindauer
Selix Blindauer
Anna C. Althen
Letters From Manila Reveal Feb Battle Details
Frank McLain of Mitchell was wounded in the Manila battle dated Feb 5, with Major Warne’s letter describing eight hours of heavy fire near block house No 4. The charge to Cathedral and subsequent hospital care are detailed, noting two wounded on the outpost and one killed in the two mile advance. The report claims 91 dead and 134 wounded on February 7, with insurgents suffering over 3000 killed and about 1000 prisoners, and mentions ongoing actions and Red Cross aid.
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Mitchell
Manila
Frank McLain
Warne
Cyrus Warne
Block House No. 4
Nebraska
Block House No.4
Reserve
Canton
Cavite
Stover
Red Cross
Malolos
Red Cross Society
Frank T. McLain
Co. G
So. Dak
From A Wounded Soldier Describes Mania Battle
Frank McLain recounts the Mania battle where insurgents attacked near Nebraska lines on a Saturday afternoon. He describes fighting at outposts, a hill position with Colorados, firing on Pennsylvanians, and a close clash at No 4 block house where he joined the assault and witnessed heavy musketry and artillery.
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Frank McLain
Mania
Roy Perry Reports from Manila Battlefront to Parents
Roy Perry writing from Manila on Feb 9 describes frontline conditions with the Mitchell boys. He notes heavy fighting, a wounded comrade Frank McLain, cold trenches, and natives fired on by our troops. He mentions hospital casualties, Dewey’s ships, and the need for revolvers. He also includes a family health note and a local medicine endorsement.
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Roy Perry
Manila
Roy
Co. G
Hospital Corps
Land of the Living
Mitchell Boys
Frank McLain
Frank Sayles
Admiral Dewey
It Does Help Says Doctor About Severe Illness Case
A Boston physician notes that the treatment greatly eases suffering and enhances life, calling the patient’s illness one of the worst cases he has seen. The remark underscores the relief and improved well being the cure provides.
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Boston
Thrifty burglar linked to Highland House theft
A burglar who robbed A B Hager’s home is tied to a second crime at Wm Koch’s Highland House on West First Street. The man, posing as a stock man, checked in, ate meals, then stole watches rings money and a fur coat, leaving behind a grip with A B Hager’s name. He fled toward the railroad, was tracked to Parkston, arrested, and identified by Mr Koch. The case ties to Campbell, a known Mitchell and Parkston figure with a history of shady dealings and a half breed Indian background.
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A. B. Hager
Wm. Koch
Highland House
West First Street
Koch
Mina Belle
al Scott
Mano
Ethan
Swindler
Scott
Parkston
Mr. Koch
Geo. Marner
Sheriff Swindler
Jon
Campbell
Mr. Hager
Jacob Koch
Central House
Main Street
East Second Street
Sioux City
Mitchell Campbell
Fletcher
Santee
I. B. Wilson
Parker
Wilson
Mitchell
Campbell in Jail After Highland House robbery arrest
Campbell is resting contentedly in the county jail awaiting examination after Sheriff Swindler arrested him in Parkston for the Highland house robbery. He went to a Parkeston hotel and retired at once.
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Campbell
Swindler
Parkston
Highland House
Parketon
Campbell Held for Circuit Court in Burglary Case
William Campbell was bound over to circuit court in bonds of 1000 by Justice McKinley after a Thursday examination on charges stemming from a Highland house burglary Monday. Multiple witnesses, including Murner, Koch, and Ryan, testified to stolen watches rings and other items with the state alleging Campbell bought the items from a man with three fingers.
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Wm. Campbell
Justice Mc Winley
Campbell
Highland House
Mies Belle Koch
Lucy Ryan
George Murner
Justice McKinley
Court House
F. H. Winsor
W. H. Helwig
Eliza Hall
John Tuckey
Henry Swindler
Belle Koch
Wm. Koch
A. B. Hager
H. G. Nichols
Mr. Murner
Miss Koch
Miss Ryan
Sheriff Swindler
Express
Parkston
Winsor
Hager
Nichols
McKinley
Lease of School Lands Brisk in Davison County Bids
County Auditor Anderson concluded leasing of 12 040 acres of Davison county school lands with 480 acres left unsold. Prices ranged from 7 to 42 cents per acre. A Prosper township quarter sold for 42 cents. Rome township bid by Albert Wocknitz at 26 cents. J L Hannett secured an adjoining northwest section at 11 cents. Demand steadier than last year and will be submitted to state authorities.
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Anderson
Davison County
Prosper
Albert Wocknitz
Rome Township
J. L. Hannett
Declining Love Inquiry in a Boston Transcript Quip
A brief exchange between Lottie and Edith notes a letter from Fred lacking affectionate terms. Lottie cites three missed dear or darling instances, sparking Edith to dismiss the concern. The quip reflects romantic skepticism in print.
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Lottie
Fred
Edith
Boston Transcript
His Object Mr Bunsby and the daily visits
A dialogue shows Mr Bunsby advising a hint for a visiting youth and Miss Bunsby noting the visitor comes daily after supper. The exchange reflects household dynamics and social expectations in a domestic setting.
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Mr. Bunsby
Miss Bunsby
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Bryan
Belmont
Jefferson
Huron
Beadle County
Otis Wires
Senator
Ohio
Aguinaldo
Lagarda
Davison
Harry Hunter
Roll of Honor
Scott & Bowne
York
Epiror Republican
Baris
Ian Burs
Mra. FP
Watson, Aiken
Ala
L. O. Gale
Kenta
Canada
England
Sole Proprietors
S.c.wells & CO
Leroy
N.Y
Hamilton, Can
S. H. Scallin
Scar
Ist
Lanpher
Finch & Skinner
ST. Paul, Minn
Mattings
P. T. McGovern
Mitchell SO Dak
W. I. Graham
Dak
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