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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1889
Page
5
A mishmash noting mules for sale, local construction projects, and changing egg prices at eight cents. Mentions of Agnes McKnight’s death in Mitchell, Judge Edgerton’s visit, and political talk on the Sioux Falls constitution. Updates include Mitchell creamery resuming, capital prospects, armory event hosted by Woman’s Relief Corps, and a school board decision regarding diplomas and books.
A.M. Andrews was appointed postmaster after notice from the Washington Post Office Department. The Sioux City Journal carried the announcement last night. Andrews previously headed the office for about four years under Republican guidance and is considered experienced. Some patrons disagree, but most favor his selection as suited to the post office. Davison County schools won first premium for best exhibit at last fall’s county fair, announced by Supt. Bras.
The initial concert of the Orioles at the Leslie opera house drew a large appreciative audience. The group formed by Mr. and Mrs. Miller and their two White Lake daughters offered a varied program with strings and organ. Chamberlain residents offer a hearty greeting and optimism for future engagements as local sentiment grows. Snow is retreating in Wisconsin and Michigan as spring signals new farming activity.
Rosedale suffered several prairie fires the latter part of last week. The worst damage reported was to Rev W Patchin whose new stable and lumber were destroyed while he and his wife were away. Loss estimated at $200 or more. Neighbors fought hard to save Hope Chapel and other nearby homes. Several residents escaped damage while some lost trees and hay. Others plan or have started new homes. William Smith returns from Iowa to occupy his soon-to-be-completed house.
The week ending March 25 leaves uncalled letters at Mitchell Post Office. Names include Mrs F Arnson, Miss Julia Beall, Mrs A D Beardsley, Harry Churchill, John Caster, Mrs Win Estey, Knudt Larson, Mrs Fred Mitchell, Nellie Reeves, Annie Turlin, Mrs D J Wheeler, and others. If not collected in two weeks, they go to the dead letter office. D Hasmer, P.M.
A city convention will be held at the courthouse on Saturday, March 39th, 1889, at 2 p m to nominate candidates for Mayor, City Clerk, Police Justice and City Justice. Each ward has 12 delegates. Dated Mitchell March 26, 1889. By order of the General Committee, J L Hannett, Chairman.
Pleasant Ridge reports a spring boost with wheat planting advancing and early rains awaited. Sunday school at 10 and sermon at 11 led by Rev. Carl. Creamery crews survey cows ready for early business. Residents Olie Nabinger, Pearl Griffith, A Nabhinger and H Clingenburg noted. Gardens and crops progressing. grass and stock thriving. Green Valley visitors and Twombly family noted.
The university board places the new building project under Prof Duncan with full authority. A work crew will start Monday by tearing down the south wall of the west wing to clear debris for reconstruction. The wall will be relaid from the basement up, and a basement section on the south side redone to assure public confidence. General Manager Miller says track relaying to the grounds is ordered, with crews to start immediately. Material will likely be Sioux Falls or Dell Rapids stone, tendered gratis. Philip Wesch of this city has the stone contract to finish by June 11, laid in broken ashlar style for a marked improvement. Wesch is a skilled mechanic, and the work should be well done, at minimum cost, and pushed to meet the deadline.
Nearly one hundred friends gathered at Mr and Mrs R N Kratz home last Tuesday to honor Prof and Mrs Kratz. Rev C L Clark spoke for donors as attendees toasted the couple and presented an elegant upholstered rocker. The event featured music, social talk, and refreshments, leaving a warm memory in Mitchell society.
Friday afternoon Gustave Swenson’s family faced a dangerous kitchen blaze while he worked in a field. His wife and infant child, aided by the elderly father of Mrs Swenson, escaped smoke and flames after she forced the bedroom window and pulled the child to safety before exiting with the old man. The family narrowly escaped with no further details provided.
A housewife battled a blaze by pouring water on the fire and removing furniture as flames burned the kitchen beyond repair. The origin and extinguishing of the fire remain a profound mystery. Rev. Fatchin’s new barn on a neighboring farm was wiped out by a prairie fire while he was away, along with all his furniture.
A free lecture is set for Friday evening March 29 at the Methodist church by Rev J C Shelland A M of Vermillion on the topic Battle of Life. A sociable with hot lunch will follow. all are invited to attend for an enjoyable evening.
N H Calhoun rejected a $50 an acre bid for his east city farm while Mitchell and Pierre show contrasting trends as Mitchell folk buy and Pierrites sell. Citizens insist on sticking with what they deem good, and riverfront areas warn against letting go at the first chance.
About 50 alumni and high school members gathered last Friday at the residence of Prof N E Kratz. The evening was warm and welcoming, reflecting the preceptor’s knack for hospitality. In tribute they presented three finely bound volumes of Bayard Taylor travels.
A Saturday afternoon contest on city grounds saw the university nine defeat the high school nine by 27 to 17. The play featured brilliant moments on both sides and a late surge by the university in the last two innings. A large crowd enjoyed a magnificent day, cheering more at errors than the steady defense.
Rev Dr Stocking of Burlington Iowa preached at the M E church Sunday morning and evening before very large congregations. His evening topic urged making one’s calling and election sure. The audience showed deep interest despite the hour long discourse. He is described as a powerful, convincing speaker whose presence inspired profound sympathy.
The piece extols Mitchells beauty and urges improving yards with tidier lawns, trees, fresh paint on structures, and seed sowing. It notes many can afford small upgrades and praises Bowlie and Goody Koontz as examples, urging similar efforts in Kota and nearby communities.
Washington dispatch lists land contest outcomes with capitalized party names. Where names lack capitals neither party is deemed successful. cases include Horatio Wales Jr versus United States, Nelson versus Priest, Keyes versus Bloss, Betts versus United States, Are versus United States, McNamara versus United States, Wetzel versus Leonard Jacquith, Wilson versus United States, Thall versus United States, Morrill versus Bond, and Bond versus United States. Also notes a cash patent issued No 9588.
The Mitchell public school earned a diploma and 25 in cash instead of a gold medal after their best graded exhibit at the territorial fair last September. Funds from school entertainments paid for a full sheep-bound Chambers cyclopedia set for A and B grammar grades, to arrive soon for pupil use. The Excelsiors presented a literary program Monday afternoon, and the Tyros will close the winter term with a program next Friday at 2 o clock. Everyone is invited.
Jules Levy and his concert company delivered a fine program to a large enthusiastic audience. Bragan opened with Figaro then Old Sexton and other pieces. the pianist showed delicate touch and expressive range. Miss Katherine McNeil performed Sognal and the Page song from Huguenots, both encored. Levy drew warm praise with The Last Chord and encore numbers Music is Stealing and The Last Rose of Summer. The audience stayed for an extra encore. The company will perform in Mitchell on Saturday evening, April 6, to close the season. don’t miss it.
Nellie Ryan responds to rumors about quitting District No 4 in Baker township and defends her record. She cites false reports, defends her actions and condemns a coworker who spread rumors. County Superintendent H L Bras confirms no known charges against her.
Cash or on time sale of milk cows at a single farm location nine miles southeast of Mitchell. Enquiries directed to Pell M Suri.
Veterans from the locality closed a two day session in Aberdeen last evening and returned home this morning. They reported the largest gathering of the kind ever held in the territory and praised the hospitable treatment by local citizens.
In Aberdeen Geo A Silsby was elected commander on the second ballot alongside a full slate of officers including George B Winship as Senior Vice Commander and H Jumper as Junior Vice Commander. Sioux Falls will host next year’s encampment as the state reorganizes into two divisions.
Horace K. Faulkner, longtime Utica hardware and dairy utensils man, dies at Utica asylum on September 14 after a decline begun last spring. Born in Cedarville, he worked with Jones Faulkner Co and later in cheese dealings before moving to Mitchell, Dakota, for hardware work. Survived by sisters Mrs. E W Wood and Mrs. L M Weller of Fort Plain and brother Terpera Faulkner, with ties to the Algo Nuevo Club and Central New York prominence.
A Victorian era advertisement excerpt touts Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup and Dr J N McLean liver balm as safe remedies for coughs colds and lung issues. It includes testimonials praising Chamberlains Cough Remedy and Ayer s Cherry Pectoral for coughs sore throats and early consumption. It promotes S N Scallin sales and highlights liver kidneys and blood purifiers.
An ad touts Chamberlains Cough Remedy as prompt and effective for coughs and colds. It claims relief from severe colds with few doses and notes safety for children, with S H Scallin selling it. Also mentions Dr J H McLean liver and kidney balm as a cure for headaches and nerve-related symptoms.
SYMPTOMIS Moisture intense itching and stinging worst at night worsen by scratching. If untreated tumors form often bleeding and ulcerating. SWAYNE'S OINTMENT stops itching and bleeding heals ulceration and removes tumors in most cases. At druggists or by mail 50 cents. Dr Swayne and Son Philadelphia.
A vintage ad claims blood quality hinges on digestion and assimilation. It promotes J. H. McLean's Strengthening Cordial and Blood Purifier to nourish the blood and vitality, priced at $1.00 per bottle.
An ad claims Begg's Cherry Cough Syruz will stop a cough immediately and guarantees relief. Sold by S H Scailin in the local area.
North Dakota seed wheat is available and buyers should order early as shipments will occur only after sold. Dealers and farmers are invited to visit the Monmouth Merchant Mill to view samples of Scotch Fire Saskatoon or Blue Stem varieties.
The auditor of Davison County Dakota invites sealed proposals for the maintenance of the county’s poor for 1889. Bids must be received by 12 o'clock noon on Monday April 1, 1889, with right to reject any or all bids reserved. Signed R. T. Robinson, Auditor.
Opinion on cheap nostrums contrasts Begg's Blood Purifier with inferior products. It claims universal blood purification at equal price and offers money-back guarantee. Also advertises Chamberlain's Pain Balm, Dr J J McLean eye salve, and McLean's Volcanic Oil Liniment for rheumatism eyes and stock ailments.
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