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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1915
Page
5
A brief opinion argues Americans lead in eyeglass use, noting a claimed 200 percent drop in blindness since glasses’ advent while other nations rise. It stresses the need for competent, careful eye care despite widespread use of spectacles.
Koenigsberg dispatch reports East Prussia struggles to plant 1,000,000 tons of grain in frontier districts recently vacated by Russians. Refugees, depopulated farms, and displaced horses hinder cultivation. Field Marshal von Hindenburg backs military help, with district committees overseeing a $7,000,000 fund to subsidize per acre planting as authorities push revival of agriculture.
The first eight months of canal operation show a loss for the government despite higher traffic during wartime. From July 1, 1914 to March 1, 1915 tolls totaled 2,334,515 while operation and maintenance costs reached 2,565,613, leaving a deficit around 10 percent.
Versified expenditures necessary for keeping the canal open to traffic and a prorated part of the expenses on civil government, sanitation and general administration. More than a third of the total overhead expense of the canal is charged to operation and maintenance.
Poem praising the natural world as a grand temple open to all mankind. The sun, stars, sky, and earth form its lamps, walls, floor, and dome, with all nature worshipping its beauty and vastness as described by David Vedder.
Practical advice on reviving wilted lettuce and parsley with cold water and storage. Tips include using a tight covered coffee can for cooling, burning scraps on newspapers, feeding birds in snowy weather, lining work tables with zinc, polishing a piano with a turpentine alcohol mix, and efficient methods for cutting celery and dicing potatoes. Also guidance on packing delicate china, stacking clean linen, and repurposing grape baskets for festive uses.
Mrs Frederick G San Born executive head of the Woman's Board at the Panama Pacific Exposition acts as official hostess to women visitors at the fair. Her role centers on guiding and aiding attendees during the exposition year, reflecting leadership in event hospitality.
Miss Rose Stahl headlines Mitchells Metropolitan Theatre opening night with A Perfect Lady. Review lauds Stahl as a refined burlesque star and highlights the new theater’s fire safe design, modern ventilation, and seating for 1016. Ambitious rebuilding follows 1914 Gale fire, with plans by S.C. Wherry and Brodstrup.
Syracuse N Y The trial of the libel suit brought by William Barnes against Colonel Roosevelt continues with extensive testimony on state rioting contracts and printing arrangements. Witnesses discuss Albany Journal operations, the role of the Argus Company, and letters between Thomas C Platt, Barnes, and Roosevelt as court proceedings proceed.
Mitchell churches and Sunday schools are well represented at the state Sunday school convention opening this morning for a three day session at Parker. About fifty Mitchell delegates attend with Rev. Robert Lincoln Kelley presiding at a temperance meeting. Dr J S Hoagland leads ministers conference. S D van Benthuysen serves as association president. Miss Vthel H Lyons of Davison county travels to Parker as assistant secretary.
Washington dispatch reports a statement approved by Justice Hughes denying any candidacy for the presidency. He disavows use of his name in a campaign and cannot permit its association. Observers note speculation that Hughes could secure the Republican nomination in 1916 if he were to accept.
Travel west this year with comfort and convenience as the Pacific Limited offers premier no extra-fare service to California. The steel equipped train provides direct service to San Francisco and Los Angeles with morning terminal arrivals for full days at destination. Optional excursions include the Shasta Ranger route along the Pacific North Coast and Puget Sound, plus the Olympian Trail return via the northern route. Local agents of Chicago Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway can provide fares, times, and connections.
Woonsocket South Dakota resident Uncle Abtham Kalder celebrated the 50th anniversary of becoming a Mason. A pioneer in Sanborn County, Kalder is among the few men in the state with more than half a century in the fraternity.
Aberdeen, South Dakota. Mrs Ruth Robare pleaded guilty to assault with intent to do great bodily harm after shooting her husband Percy Robare in the face following a quarrel over their seven month old baby at a movie show. The twelve month sentence was suspended on good behavior.
A broad rain swept South Dakota and southern North Dakota over Sunday and Monday. Aberdeen recorded 1.70 inches for the two days, with gentle drizzle and little runoff. As seeding finishes, the rainfall is timely and crop conditions are reported favorable statewide.
Aberdeen South Dakota report describes a Mobridge mail car robbery during a noon transfer. Robbers stole several hundred dollars and many registered letters from the Mobridge Faith car while clerk John Cahil handled eastbound mail, damaging the car door and bolt.
A state health department opinion to Union County states no quarantine charge exists under health laws. The act provides sector visits and inspections but not building quarantines, and no fees can be claimed. The note accompanies new corporate filings in Pierre and nearby areas.
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