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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1916
Page
1
Berlin completes reply to the American note and will outline new instructions for Teuton submarine commanders. The move aims to conform to President Wilson's demand on submarine warfare.
Berlin delivers draft of reply to the American note to Washington outlining terms for submarine warfare. Officials expect major alterations after Berlin HQ discussions. Washington optimistic but cautious on delivery date and exact instructions to submarine commanders. Col. House travels to the White House to discuss the issue. A Spanish neutral ship Winifreda was sunk by a submarine near Corunna, 1441 tons gross.
South Dakota forecast predicts a warmer night. Thursday brings fair skies and warmer conditions in the southeast, with cooler air extending to the extreme west portion.
London and Dublin report chief secretary Augustine Birrell has resigned. In Ireland three signatories to the proclamation are executed, including Patrick Pearse and James Connolly, others sentenced to prison. Dublin notes normalizing conditions amid fire damage estimated at five million plus stock loss.
John Knaak of Marshall county endured a perilous fishing mishap at Roy Lake. His overloaded boat sank, tossing him into icy water. He clung to a wet stake then swam to shore barefoot in only underclothes after shedding gear. He walked four miles to the nearest farmhouse for help.
Four cavalry detachments of the Pennsylvania National Guard arrived in East Pittsburgh to assist after fatal strike riots. Troop H will move to Braddock, while Sheridan Troop from Tyrone is delayed. The Eighteenth and Tenth Infantry mobilize in nearby armories as coal and iron police remain at U.S. Steel plants in the Monongahela valley.
In Braddock yesterday a mob mainly of foreigners attacked the Edgar Thomson works. A pitched battle lasted an hour with 400 shots. two foreigners were killed and several wounded as deputies and guards fought to control the riot. District Attorney Jackson called for deportation steps for those involved.
On a Haven area farm Herman Ahlers, a well known farmer, was struck by lightning and killed instantly while his 12-year old son witnessed the event. The boy was knocked down but recovered, reached the house, and alerted others as a doctor confirmed instantaneous death.
The contract is let for the eighth volume of the Collections in the department of history. It includes pioneer reminiscences by Trumbo Thompson Roberts Ziebach Odland and memorials of Reeves and Thorson. Hackett reports a 1870 Missouri trip. Doane Robinson edits War of the Outbreak military correspondence with maps and post plans.
A resolution by Rev. James W. Anderson of Missouri and Oregon criticizes President Wilson for providing wine at White House banquets. The proposal, presented to the Methodist general conference, was referred to temperance committees after a cool reception by about 800 delegates, with Missouri backing the move.
Chicago based Swift & Company was found guilty by a federal jury on all twenty nine counts alleging violation of interstate commerce laws. The government charged shipments to Michigan points at carload rates, with about forty witnesses from Michigan called during a two week trial. The maximum fine possible is 525000. The verdict was sealed and read today after a Saturday return.
Preliminary arrangements are under way for a registered shooting tournament at the Hudson grounds. The Hudson gun club will host the event with liberal prizes, and gun clubs from southeastern South Dakota and nearby Iowa are expected to send representatives.
In Mitchell, M. H. Gosche sues the executors of William Koch to cancel a $15,000 note used as partial payment for a hardware store and its lot. He contends the note was to be cancelled on Koch’s death if interest and taxes continued to be paid. The heirs deny the understanding, trial focused on oral testimony and its weight, with briefs to follow.
A deputy sheriff traveled to Hecla to answer an S O S from residents who fear Charles Phillips is insane. Phillips has shown persistent unwelcome attention to a local young woman and appears strongly repelled by the odor of topacéo.
London reports May Day disturbances in Berlin with crowds dispersed by police and arrests. two women wounded in Chemnitz. Airship raids hit northeast England and southeast Scotland with limited damage details. UK plans general conscription as Asquith urges new recruitment laws. German push against Russians near Riga fails while Italian Austro fighting persists in Adamello. Russians pursue Turks in Asia Minor.
Neighbors label the man insane after noting the extreme hostility in his words and his aggressive remarks about the weed he despises, linked to his intimate relations.
Lists of delegates for Republican Democratic and Socialist parties filed with the county auditor. Up to fourteen delegates appear on a list with May 23 primary ballots. Republican names include Smith Olson Redline Wilde Carlson Haynes Bower Porter Sand Tyler Nolt Hill Kempton Swindler. Democratic names include Lovinger Hitchceck Kurvink Welch Patton Michels Rocce Leehan Downey. Socialist lists show Stair. State chair designated Pierre for the Republican and Huron for the Democratic convention.
Washington D C Rear Admiral Bradley A Fiske's 1914 warning to the Navy about its unprepared state is released by Sen Tillman chairman of the naval committee. Tillman says Secretary Daniels has nothing to conceal and invites an investigation if desired.
Washington reports a Justice Department inquiry likely to probe the influence behind thousands of telegrams sent to senators and representatives last week urging opposition to war with Germany. President Wilson and Senator Hastings of Wisconsin conferred, guiding the possible investigation.
Reports from El Paso and Douglas indicate progress toward a provisional agreement on U S troop withdrawal from the border after informal talks between General Scott and General Obregon. Mexican plans reportedly include a 25 000 strong active army in northern Mexico to guard towns and pursue bandits after the American pullout.
Sheriff Minder returns from Milwaukee with Art Ackman in custody on forgery charges. Ackman forged a $15 check on Citizens National Bank of Sisseton using Jerry Cook's signature. Pinkerton detectives tracked him. Ackman reportedly confessed and awaits sentence at Sioux Falls penitentiary.
Several hundred International Harvester strikers stormed the Chicago west side tractor plant. Police sent a riot call. protesters were driven back within a short time and two men reported injured.
A terse aphorism on the ease of provoking unrest by speaking truth, noting that honesty can spark conflict and scrutiny in social circles and public discourse.
A reflective maxim notes that many men entangle themselves by attempting to solve troubles that belong to others. The saying cautions against overstepping boundaries in personal affairs.
Fragmentary note references a girl with a swanlike neck and a query about tinea 86. The readable text hints at a medical or cosmetic concern but lacks clear facts, names, or concrete context for a fuller report.
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