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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1888
Page
6
The Mitchell Capital advertises subscription rates and office details. It notes one copy for four years and various pricing tiers, encourages subscribers to update addresses, and outlines advertising rates with six line business cards at five dollars per year plus extra time. It mentions legal notices at statute rates and free marriage and death notices, with obituaries and notices of respect priced at five cents per line.
Davison county Republicans plan a delegate convention at the Mitchell court house on May 12 1885 at 2 pm to elect seven delegates for the territorial convention in Jamestown May 16 1888. Primaries are urged May 5 at 7 pm with local committee orders.
Analysis from a historic Alexandria Herald warns Slanson county Republicans to be cautious about pledges ahead of next fall. Opposition leaders seek promises to block incumbents, arguing that without Republican votes no Opposition member can win. Republicans are urged to think twice before making commitments.
J. M. Bailey Jr is named head of Minnehaha National Bank at age 23, Sivua Palis Luss cited as source. The Press hails him as a capable financier with strong Sioux Falls ties, praising Dakota's new leader and noting his youth will not turn him into a Napoleon of finance.
The Aberdeen News concludes that Springer’s policy mirrors the Democrats aim to keep Dakota out of the union. It argues filibustering by the party, when in power, has long blocked Dakota’s admission and may continue to do so.
The Lrown county democrats endorsed Springer and Ordway Johnson for their efforts to keep Da kota out of the Union.
A Watertown Democrat reports on an arraignment connected to church attire, printed as a companion piece to the surveyor-general Taylor’s recent letter. The note ties political tones to ecclesiastical garb and local reaction.
Copperhead Dan Voorhees of Indiana regrets inviting scrutiny of his war record as Senator Ingalls delivers a merciless but justified dissection.
Report notes rising chances of Gifford’s re nomination as he remains in Washington fulfilling his duties. Dakota electors value a faithful official and show growing support for his continued service.
The Spink County Democrats met Saturday and passed a resolution endorsing Grover Cleveland. They praised his able, conservative and patriotic administration and his positions on revenue and civil service reform as pivotal issues.
The Sioux City Journal comments that Gov. Church reflects President Cleveland's political stance and should be commended to mugwumps in prayer. It contrasts the in closet devotion with mugwump street corner demonstrations and cites holy writ as authority for prayer.
It is authoritatively stated that before going home Mr Blaine will repeat emphatically his refusal to be a candidate or to accept any nomination if offered. This may not be needed by reasonable men but could be the only means to curb some of his ardent supporters.
The anti Church Democrats in the county held a Saturday meeting to select another set of delegates to Watertown. Critics say the move lacks prompt protest against the first call and resembles a put up contest undermining the fairness of the process.
The Scotland Citizen notes Governor Church may regret past ties as it cites his letters to territorial committeemen seeking proxies. It observes that a few Dakota officeholders seem to be free of Church’s influence, implying selective favoritism in political appointments.
The Olivets Rural Voice weighs definitions of carpet-baggers stating that outsiders who hold office then seek further posts are the true carpet-bagger. It contrasts Ordway and Church as fit examples under the first definition while Pierce is not, and notes Howard Palmer and Allen as meeting the second description.
The Mitchell Mail argues the Dakota question splits into two paths. Republicans push to divide the territory and admit the southern half as a state to preserve their senatorial majority. Democrats contend the process must respect territorial status and proper legislation for statehood, objecting to arbitrary division.
A St Louis man has relinquished his pension on grounds of full recovery from the disabilities it covered. The pension amounting to eight dollars a month will detract little from this patriot's generosity.
The writer proposes Springer be nominated by Illinois Democrats with Sparks as lieutenant governor candidate. The plan suggests drawing Sparks supporters and Dakota admirers to swing votes for the ticket.
A comparison of this spring's weather with last spring shows much better ground for confidence in large crops. Farmers are in the happiest possible frame of mind.
Burleigh county Republicans, first to lead off, take a firm stand for division and two statehood as the true Republican policy.
A severe snow storm hit Nebraska on Saturday causing heavy disruption while southern Dakota benefited from milder, favorable conditions for wheat growing. Local reports note contrasting weather effects across the region with Nebraska facing freight and travel slowdowns.
Senator Chandler says the New Hampshire delegation will go to Chicago unpledged, though strongly in favor of Sherman, signaling a mixed stance within the state’s congressional delegation on the presidential choice.
Southeastern Dakota is hailed as the garden spot of the northwest in a local booster portrait. The remark emphasizes the region's climate soil and agricultural promise as a standout area within nearby plains.
Watertown May 3 The Democratic factions the Day men and independents clash over credentials and control as Armory Hall and Music Hall host rival conventions. Judge Bangs defends his faction while Julian Bennett derides Gov Church. calls for charges against Church are placed before President Cleveland. Delegates pledge loyalty to national administration amid tensions.
Chicago officers marked saloons within 200 feet of churches and schools using a 200 foot chain. They entered Fred Yunger's saloon at Garfield and Lincoln, ordering it closed due to proximity to First Lutheran Platt Deutsche Church upstairs. The saloonkeeper claimed to be the pastor, prompting a report to Captain Schack.
Secretary Vilas reverses a land office ruling on Sgt. Aurey C. Conklin's homestead proof for section 82, township 103, range 61, Mitchell district, Dakota. Conklin describes residence on his claim, partial year absence for work, and neighbor affidavits support his good faith. patent to issue.
The Sioux City Journal reports President Cleveland signed the bill opening the Sioux reservation in Dakota. The measure, though imperfect, is hailed as a grand advance and a new epoch for the northwest, promising vast agricultural, stock, and mineral wealth. Thousands of homeseekers are expected to rush west, transforming villages into towns and reshaping the continental map within years.
Cleveland in the Owen Sunday closing era reports general compliance with the law. About 2,200 saloons, roughly fifty in violation, faced anticipated arrests. Some owners sought quick court pleas to avoid grand jury actions. a few arrests occurred as test cases.
San Francisco favors originality in wraps and overcoats driven by climate rather than necessity. Sealskin garments grace year round streets, with fog and sunSnaps turning to 90 degree heat, yet overdress remains a stylish constant observed by locals and newcomers alike.
T C Crawford notes in New York World that Italian umbrellas differ from Anglo American designs. The large five foot wide common umbrella, seen with peasants and priests, is rugged, colorful, and used for protection against both rain and sun. Laborers often furl and set umbrellas aside while at work.
A Miss Louisa Alcott reply urges patience and hard work for aspiring women writers. She notes talent must shine in stories or they won’t sell, suggests trying humble trades like nurse or teacher while waiting, and stresses that gifts persistently proven lead to success, while Washington public roles aren’t ideal for women.
Chicago Journal notes a vast carload of emigrants arriving at a railroad depot. The scene spans ages from infants to elders, all silent and staring as they move to the waiting room and settle on benches and packs. Fatigue and astonishment mark the procession, prompting reflection on continued care.
The Alta California recounts the bush natives’ midnight corraboree performed to honor victories or appease a deity. A bonfire blazes as bodies painted white like skeletons circle and leap to a chant, ending in a final fall. The fallen are deemed possessed and risk death if they cannot flee.
The Press reports a trust pool formed by The World The Times The Tribune and The Sun. It states that starting Sundays the newspapers will be priced at 3 cents to dealers. The note is dated New York May 1 from the New York Evening Press.
A powerful earthquake struck Briacs California on Saturday evening, lasting about seventy five seconds. The tremor propagated east and west, causing plasterwork to crack and buildings to be tracked by the vibrations.
A station master explains the blaze in the baggage car sparked by a hot newspaper, a detail noted by a child as the cause. The exchange underscores how a simple object can ignite a fiery incident at the depot, reported in anecdotal style.
In Alexandria the regular Republican ticket won by margins from 16 to 120 with Hon. James Baynes to chair the council for the year. County treasurer Wickham departed for Watertown to promote administration and the Democratic convention. The city plans a $5,000 schoolhouse to improve facilities amid good wheat weather. In Nena Ohio, M C Allison, owner of Sloover and Allison mills and Zanesville cotton mills, assigned to John Little. The Second National Bank remains solvent but closed to avert a run as anxiety rises and Allison lies near death from the crisis.
Louis ville May 3 The Republican state convention reassembled at 10 Hon John W Lewis of Washington county chosen as the fourth delegate at large on the second ballot The resolutions committee endorsed John Sherman for president and Wm O Bradly for vice president A minority report urged un instructed Chicago delegates A hot fight over the resolutions also noted
An old physician claims a simple vegetable formula cures consumption and lung ailments. He offers to mail the recipe free in German, French, or English to any reader of this paper. Also notes exposure to wet weather harms kidneys and suggests Dr. J. H. McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm at $1.00 per bottle as a preventive and cure.
A seller offers first-class silver hull buckwheat seed at about 50 cents per acre. H F Kivaurn of Blendon Township Mt Vernon P D endorses the seed. Additionally advertised is Dr J I McLean's War Wine Long Balm claim soothing throat and lung ailments without opium, marketing as a quicker remedy than others.
NW 14-108-6L describes five miles west of Mitchell with fifty acres under cultivation and twenty-five acres in pasture. Mentions JAS ABERNETILY. Warns about exposure diseases and promotes Dr J H McLean's Volcanic Oil Liniment for pain. References Nellie Arthur’s spotted Indian pony and Mrs Pierce’s black nag.
The article outlines ongoing disputes among settlers and local parties over land belonging to the community. It notes attempts to publish the contested land issues and references a print shop, Mitchell Print, involved in the publication. The piece frames the conflict as a fight to protect time-honored rights and halt improper charges on land holdings.
The ad touts a salve claimed to cure cuts sores ulcers and many skin ailments with a money back guarantee and 25 cents per box. It also promotes Dr J H McLean's Strengthening Cordial and Blood Purifier priced at one dollar per bottle.
Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup claims direct action on lungs blood and bowels with instant cough relief and lasting cure. Dr J H McLean's Little Liver and Kidney Pills banish headache wind stomach biliousness and nausea promptly. Mrs Monroe reportedly brought the first white rabbit to national premises. Physicians prescribe Dr J I McLean's Tar Wine Lung Oil praising its lung disease cure without opium or morphia.
The line will run to North Western Iowa, southwestern Minnesota, Nebraska and Dakota on March 20, April 3 and 24, May 8 and 22, June 8 and 19 with round trip tickets sold at fare and return valid within thirty days. For stations and destinations across states and beyond, see T. W. Teasdale, General Passenger Agent, St Paul. Also advertisment for St Patrick's pills priced twenty cents per box.
A short notice offers trading a house and lot in town for land. Inquiries directed to H G Cranpler or Willard Snow. Also mentions Mr C W Battell, a traveling representative for S Collins Son Co printing inks, New York.
Davison Bros and Seaman advertise farm loans with readily available funds and low interest. They invite inquiries for those in need of lending, urging potential borrowers to call or visit.
One thousand bushels of good clean seed at the Omaha elevator. Gall early as it is going rapidly. Thompson Bros. Our druggists keep for sale Malls Vegetable Sicilian Hair Renewer, the best preparation ever made for restoring the vitality and color of the hair.
In the northwest part of town the Pioneer Mill owner invites local customers to seek his grinding services or barter for feed corn meal or graham flour. He promises same day grinding and fair value exchanges for village patrons.
Money to loan on city property for long or short time with special low rates of interest. Targeted at those building brick or stone business blocks. Davison Bros. and Seamats.
The fragmentary note hints at a SEA sea price discussion or policy trial involving men leading pets and a stylized unit, but the readable portion is too incomplete to determine an event, outcome, or proper names.
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