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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1917
Page
6
A periodical column extols baths as a civilizing virtue and promotes shower baths for small homes. It offers skin care tips including brushing, pore opening, and dermatologist help for facial veins, plus finger tip hardening with ice and glycerine rose water use. It also notes bow leg tips and exercises for strength and fashion trends.
The column urges motorists to repair speedometers and mileage devices, arguing odometers track performance, protect fuel and oil use, and aid resale. It notes frequent failures, recommends calcium chloride radiator additive, and explains ignition and fuel mix issues causing engine misfires and explosions.
Davison County South Dakota auction of Lots 13 14 4 6 Block 12 B A Secotts Addition Mitch all City Mitchell to settle debt under a mortgage held by IX A Bidwell The sale is at the courthouse front door on June 2 1917 at 2 o clock p m Sheriff BEFE Owens with H G Giddings attorney for plaintiff
A. B. Rowley as executor of the Clara A Lukens deceased estate in Mitchell South Dakota asks all creditors and claimants to present their claims with vouchers within six months of the first publication. Dated April 7 1917.
An advertisement promotes internal treatment for catarrh arguing local applications fail to reach the disease. Cheney Co markets Hyomorphs Catarrh Cure and Hoosier purifiers as a constitutional remedy, with testimonials promised. Wall’s Family Pills are recommended for constipation.
An advertising notice touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a mild laxative to regulate bowels and relieve congested intestines. It claims the product removes waste without stripping and improves energy and general health when taken before bed.
Pierre S J reports state finances at April close with the general fund at 289,848, the game fund at 407, and the twine plant fund carrying the remainder in the treasury totals.
Sioux Falls hosts the annual South Dakota Retail Merchants Association convention May 15 to 17. Secretary Tyler and officers prep a program with talks by J. Ray Cole Prof Kurtz M G Smeby Oscar Schutz and Guy Frary on economics window trimming business fundamentals and a weight and measure law. local merchants plan entertainment for visitors and election of officers and next meeting site.
The Federal Reserve Board urges Secretary McAdoo to raise funds under the seven billion war finance law by gradually offering treasury certificates to banks to be retired later with bonds within two weeks. A new certificate block plan may be announced soon. Proceeds fund loans to France and Italy totaling about 200 to 239 million dollars, while a referenced name, Cook, appears as unclear text amid distress.
Two young men organize a patriotic display as girls at Chicago Art Institute wear flags for a beauty spot, signaling a festive national pride event in the city. The scene blends performance with a public show of national colors and youthful spirit.
The income fund for the Cameron schools of the state will be distributed in September this year up to ten. The agricultural extension funds total 11174 with 12809 in the county extension fund 4260 in the county supervision fund and 305 in the state Smith Lover fund.
Senator Phelan of California quotes Count Bernstorff, former German ambassador, as saying German-Americans are outlaws for deserting the fatherland to avoid military service. The remarks were reportedly made in Munich in 1913 during talks on a German exhibit for a Pacific exposition.
Martha Whittleson of Mt. Vernon Davison County South Dakota seeks discharge from all debts provable under bankruptcy acts. A hearing set for July 2 before Judge J D Milcott at Sioux Falls with notice to known creditors by mail and publication in The Mitchell Guide.
Creditors and all persons with claims against Phoebe Wilson deceased must exhibit them with vouchers within six months of first publication. Claims directed to the administrator Charles V. Wilson in Mitchell, Davison County, South Dakota. Dated March 16, 1817.
Ernest Shores a tele phone lineman working atop a pole suffered serious injuries when the pole broke near the town. He was rushed to a hospital after the fall and is reported in serious condition.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Islandstradt celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in Colton South Dakota with a large gathering of friends and relatives. They received a purse filled with gold coins as part of the observance.
Alex Opsal of Wilmot has purchased the old Alexandria Journal plant and will move it there to start a new weekly newspaper. The Alexandria Journal stopped publishing in October 1915, leaving the town with a single newspaper.
A censor released letter from Sergeant F P J Divall describes British tank action in the field. The account follows the crew advancing through shell craters and trenches, engaging machine gun nests, and surviving a bomb blast while the armored vehicle prowls across no man’s land.
McCook County led spring sales of state lands totaling 19 775 acres, generating funds for the permanent school fund. Sales by county were listed with SZTS8.27 noted for the overall total.
War department to open officer training camp at Fort Snelling on May 14 seeking mature men in thirties with technical skill and vigor. Applicants face tentative second lieutenant commissions with possible rapid advancement. pay details pending. Many early applicants from Minneapolis, St Paul, and surrounding states. deadline extensions noted as lists remain open.
George W. Conkling telegraphers pioneer and notable national figure died in an automobile crash at Bridgefield Park New Jersey when his car overturned on a bend.
A misread item notes Mero Conkling, once with the Associated Press, was reported as the most perfect telegram sender. His wife worked in a broker's office in New York at the time of his death.
Sioux Falls may see a significant strike as the Buildings Trades Council of carpenters plasterers and other building trades workers votes a May 1 price and work rule set. Contractors oppose the demands and threaten to resist while workers pledge solidarity and possible government shipyard job losses.
Sturgis pastor Rev John Twiga Clrexy narrowly escaped death after becoming entombed in a cave near Sturgis. Lost light and flood waters trapped him as two companions searched in vain, until they found him exhausted and fearful. He vowed never to explore alone again and urged caution on cave expeditions.
Washington D C The enlisted navy strength has reached 129 526 within less than 700 of the full war quota authorized The marine corps has completed its authorized strength of 17 400 men and both services will keep recruiting as Congress considers bills to lift total strength to 150 000 for the navy and 80 000 for the marine corps
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