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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1891
Page
7
Subscription rates listed by The Mitchell Printing Co include one year in advance at 1.60, six months at a reduced term, and three months options. Readers are urged to provide former addresses for address changes and correspondence should be sent to the office by Monday.
Advertising rates listed include business cards up to six lines for five dollars per year with each extra line one dollar. Local notices priced at two cents per line. Legal ads charged at statute rates. Cards of thanks ten cents per line. Obituaries and related notices published free of obituaries resolutions of respect and wing presents five cents per line.
The Sioux City Journal critiques a proposal to abolish private corporations, asking how business would be transacted after such a radical move. It suggests reverting to barter of individual products as in old times, framing the issue as a practical concern for South Dakota.
The article reflects five years of faith that Mitchell has recovered from earlier decline and gained a solid second wind. It argues the second estate will be more prosperous, and suggests a forthcoming “we told you so” moment as confidence grows.
The New York Herald notes President Harrison’s circle tour speeches are timely and well spoken. A Texas bourbon paper adds that Harrison understands truths many in the nation miss.
The text criticizes Hon. J. S. Clarkson and his newspaper allies for aiming to boss party affairs. It notes Clarkson as president of the National Republican League facing a chance to aid his party, but warns that the organization should spark enthusiasm and enforce discipline after nominations, not influence the national convention.
The Wessington Springs Republican urges a clear line between the Farmers Alliance and the Independent party. It argues that while ambitious leaders have tried to fuse the Alliance with a political party, local farmers and Alliance members here are not part of that class.
The Argus-Leader notes Republican papers claim the independent movement faded after the election and argues those papers overestimated its boost from the legislature. It warns that the movement’s strength remains unclear until crops are known and outcomes are observed.
George William Curtis argues in Harper's Monthly that newspapers gain no true power from intimidation or malice. Placards calling people liars or hypocrites annoy readers but reveal little ability or influence, needing only small cost and effort to produce.
Sioux City Journal praises the president’s warm bearing and quick humor during his trip. It recalls a White House anecdote after his inauguration where he teased Senate seekers with a Maine chance remark, illustrating a personable, approachable image contrary to austere portrayals.
The piece contrasts Democratic strategy in the Northwest to mobilize farmers with New York where Tammany influence keeps farmers from politics. Senator W L Brown of the New York Evening News denounces Erwin's listing bill as a false measure that harms merchants to appease demagogic farmers.
The writer argues there is unnecessary fuss about James G Blaine possibly seeking the presidency. He says Secretary of State Blaine has no ambition toward the White House and will announce himself at the proper time. Blaine and his friends would join the Republican effort if nominated, as they did in prior campaigns.
The piece argues that advocates and opponents must prepare a workable plan to restrict and regulate liquor. It asserts any change in control methods must face less resistance than past laws that aimed to curb saloon business.
Critics challenge the plan for South Dakota’s World’s Fair representation despite the legislature’s default. Proponents argue that statewide pride and national faith justify a strong display.
Chicago's new Republican mayor begins with a strong move to shut down gambling houses. He faces a larger, daunting task ahead, likened to Hercules cleaning the Augean stables.
A large fire in Chattanooga, Tennessee, damaged the East Tennessee Virginia and Georgia railroad depot and destroyed freight cars and about twenty acres of property totaling around 250000 in losses. In Leeds New York twenty four frame houses burned in a village once owned by ex Judge Hilton. losses about 40000 with partial insurance, the village lacking a fire department.
The Cincinnati express bound for Washington collided with a freight train at Warrings cut, twenty five miles west of Washington. Engineers Elliott and Groff and Fireman Murphy and Postal Clerk Burdette were killed. Heacock and Miller were seriously injured. Fire and baggage cars burned. all victims resided in Baltimore.
An explosion at the Lengro factory near Genoa killed five girls and injured about fifty. Reports from Rome say casualties include severed heads and gruesome injuries. Separate items note a Cleveland accident at Avery Stamping Works and local events in Steubenville.
In Tallahassee on April 30 the Democratic senatorial caucus shows three ballots with Call leading Speer and others. The standing totals are Call 51, Speer 37, Bloxham 8, Long 3, with 3 blanks.
The Standard from Buenos Ayres reports President Pellizzriui said Argentina will issue notes backed by reserve silver as legal tender for future obligations but debts incurred before the decree are unaffected. Contracts not in legal currency may be invalid, preventing creditors from demanding gold. the government seeks to consolidate external debt at 8 percent.
An international dispute arises as German officials sent Nikolaus Bader, a 59 year old man with a murder conviction and declared insane, to New York aboard the Waestad. Secretary Foster orders Bader's return to Germany, prompting protest over German funding and U.S. immigrant inspections.
The Union Pacific stockholders approve acquisition of large rail securities and bonds, while plans to lop off costs begin May led by Gould Ames and Dillon. Annual report shows a deficit of 275000 dollars attributed to rising operating expenses and notes extensive land-sale proceeds toward bond retirement.
The Sun reports Gould will push a collateral trust mortgage of 25 million dollars secured by Union Pacific and allied lines to fund floating debt believed to exceed 12 million. Gould plans to take 6 million of the new bonds as part of the plan. Old Hutch missing after last Tuesday night farewell amid market rumors. Wisconsin Midland assigns officers with Gallaway as president and Lamb as secretary. Boardman and Barilett join the executive group.
The Whitely Reaper Works in Springfield Ohio, the largest reaper factory and second only to Krupp’s gun works in Germany, has been appraised under a receiver and will be sold in thirty days. The factory cost over 1.5 million dollars, its founder’s ambition to dominate global agricultural implements contributing to his downfall.
A Times San Francisco dispatch notes Radical opposition to a land purchase, with Labouchere and allies vowing to defeat it. Meanwhile Honolulu reports Minister Carter's resignation and growing republican sentiment, with rumors of danger to the queen.
Ex Senator Blair arrives at the Auditorium hotel and says he will continue toward China unless instructed otherwise by the State Department. He plans rail travel to San Francisco and declines to discuss Washington's actions with reporters.
Friends in Washington report Clarkson intends to launch a large daily Republican paper described as a practical political organ. Location undecided between Newark or Chicago. It will serve as the special organ of the Republican league clubs, with each member expected to become an agent and subscribe. Clarkson aims for about 100000 copies in initial circulation.
In Ruppany New York on April 80 Democratic senators predict Governor Hill will seek an extra session at 4 PM to push the world's fair bill. Republicans plan to block any business, adjourn, then be recalled to vote on an enumeration bill. If protests continue, the governor will introduce another measure to advance his agenda.
Mrs. Frank Barrett of Winfield Michigan reports her child recovered from a frightening skin and bone deterioration after using Cutura Remedies. She describes initial misdiagnoses and worsening condition until the remedy brought rapid improvement. the child regained height and strength with the skin clearing.
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