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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1915
Page
3
The Mitchell Capital announces a one year subscription term at three months strictly in advance. The notice indicates the publication is entered as second class matter at Mitchell post office under the act of March 8, 1879.
Iowa lawmakers consider a Minnesota style reform to limit exemplary damages from libel while keeping reporters liable for actual harm. The change allows retractions to shield newspapers from punitive damages when malice is not shown, aiming to balance press freedom with public protection.
The Daily Telegraph recounts an incident aboard the Belgian relief commission steamer Fland near Hendon. The captain reports sighting an attacking aeroplane and ordering zigzag to deter the raid. Five bombs were dropped with fragments hitting the deck. British torpedo boat destroyers approached as the plane headed away toward land. The Fland flew two Belgian relief flags, each 50 feet long.
Kansas City Journal notes that aviator Beachey once predicted his death in a fall, but the commentator argues this does not prove he was an ai prophet. The remark is presented as a humorous aside rather than a genuine forecast.
A fragmented Memphis Commercial Appeal excerpt hints at a quirky remark about Carzan and his whiskers. The garbled text references meat and teaching in a playful, cryptic tone, indicating a lighthearted or sideline item rather than a full news report.
President last week warned that Mexicans have begun killing Americans, raising concerns about escalation and U.S. responses. Observers seek clarity on policy moves and potential steps to deter further aggression.
New York Telegram reports Mr. Root insists he will not be a candidate in 1916. The piece notes that politics seldom blooms in spring, and candidates risk being stung by early season missteps.
Boston Advertiser notes Mr. Wilson’s diplomacy as he tells Silliman to ask Carranza to instruct Obregon to issue a denial. The odd line about a son-in-law remains unexplained. Philadelphia Inquirer reflects on the American Legion’s limited presence, and a personal remark mentioning the speaker’s four sons.
Minneapolis Journal notes the Progressive party forming with Victor Murdock elected as its chairman. The brief item highlights the party's emergence and Murdock’s leadership role within the movement.
In the Villa Cabinet, Pancho insists there is no need for a Secretary of the Treasury, stating Pancho as the dedicatee and central figure. The remark frames a shift in economic governance thoughts under the Villa leadership.
The board of education approved forty three teacher recommendations for city schools for next year covering high school and grade schools. Treasurer’s report shows $2157.48 warrants paid since last report with $17.85 balance on Feb 26 and outstanding warrants totaling $4532.47. Names include Lotties Ardery, Edna Biterfield, Wisse Benedict, Clara Brown, P A Cooley, Agnes Corker, Della Clark, Edith Churton, Mary Donahue, Ethel Drake, Maude Duncan, Vallietta Flory, Mildred Goodlad, S Hall, Hazel Hardenbrook, Mary Jones, Eugene Wield, Ora King, Nellie Lindsey, Ella Linklater, Frances Leagitt, Anna Long, Luranes Morgan, Pearl McKinney, Cecelia McGrath, Grace O'Brien, Mabelle Price, G R Shelton, Cora Sletten, Mae Seaman, Rachel Stephens, Luelia Sather, Julie Serles, Agnes Smith, Juella Turrell, Lucy Thompson, Hazel Vollmer, Mary E Walters, Pearl Wilson, F E Wilson, Sadye Whittle, Julia Warden, Florence Shelby.
Governor Frank M Byrne proclaims Friday April 23 1915 as Arbor Day to foster arbor culture and conservation of trees shrubs and flowers. He urges citizens to plant trees and improve the state’s native beauty through collective effort and public service.
The speaker recommends that public schools implement well studied programs to reveal the real meaning of the day. Exercises should foster in children an interest in and respect for their surroundings, followed by planting shrubs vines and trees.
Y M C A leaders will conduct the South Dakota college students convention in Mitchell this week. Over 100 college men are expected for sessions focused on inspiration training and fellowship. Dakota Wesleyan hosts with 100 delegates, Harvard plan entertainment. Notable readers include A J Elliott F McClelland R H Edwards I L Brown Wm M Jacks G O Phillips Walter M Willy and Louis Orimayer.
Spring sports rise as Kota Wesleyan announces the April cross country run. The YMCA will award three medals gold silver and bronze to the top finishers. Last year's winners John Berry Clifford Knox and George Potter return as fresh talent joins the field. The exact route is to be decided but likely mirrors last year’s course.
Miss Cora Jones, betrothed to James Stevens of Chamberlain, was the guest of honor at a Tuesday party hosted by Miss Merle Grace with fifteen guests. A china shower announced the April 15 wedding date, envelopes with snapshots served as place cards, and a prize basket of fine china was awarded to the honoree.
Mrs. J. T. Morrow entertained twenty guests with an informal Wednesday afternoon tea. A highlight was a guessing contest using baby pictures each guest had brought. At five o'clock a buffet luncheon followed the pleasant afternoon.
The state fair board restricts cattle hogs and sheep exhibits at Huron to animals from South Dakota farms due to hoof and mouth concerns. Horses from other states exempt. All animals to be disinfected. disease not yet in state. Ai r aviator Art Smith to perform nightly loop flights with rockets. Auto polo games also planned.
Miss Kathryn Williams, daughter of Mr and Mrs F J Williams, enjoyed a Tuesday evening surprise party with about twenty schoolmates. After games and lunch from guest baskets, a playful Jack Horner pie provided merriment and friends wished her many more happy birthdays.
Mrs. R H Hazen delightfully entertained the Altruist club on Wednesday afternoon with Irish stories, songs, and an instrumental solo by Mrs. Allen. A pot-luck supper followed, with daffodils and sweet peas as decorations. Guests included Mesdames Lingenfelter, Tyler, Young and Wood.
Funeral services for Henry B. Rogers, who died after a short illness, were held at First Methodist Episcopal church at 2:30 pm. A large crowd attended, with many accompanying the cortege to Graceland cemetery. Dr. J. S. Hoagland officiated. quartet sang Lead Kindly Light and Abide With Me. Miss Helen Powers at organ. Odd Fellows and Masonic lodges attended. Resurgam lodge led grave rituals at the cemetery.
The Baptist Senior Philatheas enjoyed a merriment filled day at the Watson farm home south of Mitchell. Misses Florence and Frances Watson hosted a noon dinner for a large but not all attending group, with a bobsleigh ride, social hour, fancy work, and photos before returning to the city around 4 pm.
The First Methodist church Sunday school officers and teachers met for a 5:45 supper and conference in the church parlors and gymnasium. Superintendent Prof S D van Benthuysen presided as plans for Easter Sunday were discussed and the Classes offering was for home and foreign missions. Music was provided by Miss Verna Brown and Whitney Morris.
A large Ladies Aid gathering at the First Methodist Episcopal church enjoyed devotions led by Mrs. Wm. T. Olmstead and Mrs. H. J. Coxe's division. Miss Edla Larson presented a paper on Christ's Cure for Worry, praised in discussion. The Sorosis club followed with a attention on Marriage and Divorce and Typhoid care. Next meeting set for April 2 at Mrs. Ralph Davis's home.
Coming events in Mitchell include a Meeting of Third District Women’s Federated Clubs on April 6 and 7, and a May Festival of Music in late May 1915. Also listed are the South Dakota Trap Shooters Association events on June 1 to 3, and the South Dakota Swine Breeders Association on June 3 and 4, 1915.
Mrs George Agnes hosted the Be Jolly club meeting on Wednesday afternoon St Patrick s day. The program included pleasant conversation and green carnation decorations at each plate during the three course luncheon. Mrs H R Beyer will be the next hostess to continue the club’s social schedule.
After the Star light chapter business session on Thursday evening a surprise was sprung on J C Bryan a worthy patron by inviting him to join the wedding procession that had formed in the ante room, creating a notable moment in local ceremony reporting.
On Monday evening Miss Lou Ella Meksillip was pleasantly surprised by the appearance at her residence 929 East Fourth Avenue of a jolly visitor.
The Utopian club will meet with Mrs. J. B. Corse on West Second avenue next Tuesday afternoon to discuss the German museum and Renaissance in Germany with Mrs. J. C. Wood in charge. Mrs. W. H. King will read on German history. Mrs. Johnston hosts the Twentieth Century club Monday with lessons led by Mrs. Vermilyea and Mrs. Hill on magazine study. Raines will read an Irish lullaby. Hainey hosts Today club Monday with Beyer on lesson review and Williams on magazine review. Morrow serves as critic.
Ackerman, the Mitchell grappler and welterweight champ, outmaneuvers Cotsonaros the Greek Demon of Sioux Falls in a one hour handicap match. Ackerman traps with hammer lock and head scissor holds, resisting Cotsonaros toe holds and crotch attacks. Greek vows to finish in a rematch for a purse of 500 to 1000. over 200 fans attend.
Two candidates for alderman in Mitchell announced themselves today. B. E. Barnard of the Fourth ward and J. B. Doty of the Second ward will run in the spring city council election on April 29. Several local businessmen and residents are noted as supporters and observers, with rumors of additional candidates from the Second ward and other civic figures involved as the race begins to form.
The text notes Trem te Secor, a candidate in a ward, but it shows no admission of his intention.
The executive committee approved the 1915 Corn Palace plan with September 27 to October 2 dates and seven-member board. John Mich els and John Kurvink were added as officers, with L. J. Welch as president. New committee on dress, decorations and advertising tasks were assigned, aiming for a first class carnival free of objectionable street attractions.
Aberdeen South Dakota The board of Regents of Education approves a twelve month year round operation for Northern Normal and Industrial School with a adjusted Normal course under a quarterly plan A six year industrial course is adopted matching the Normal but without required professional teaching branches including electives Short industrial courses in commercial and shop work are offered W T Lennox elected professor of agriculture to succeed H Howard Biggar who departs Aberdeen April 1 for Washington DC government service
This feature describes simple, durable children’s pajamas for boys and girls. It highlights straight trousers with waist tape, a straight hanging coat with a pocket, and two closure options. Madras remains common, with lighter cottons and washable flannels for different seasons. material yardage is listed for sizes 6 to 14 years, and pattern 8568 is mailed by the Fashion Department for ten cents.
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