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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1901
Page
7
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The president moves through the southern states with cordial receptions and will tour the western United States covering about 22 000 miles before returning to Washington. Union Iron Works of San Francisco, led by President Scott, signs a navy contract for the protected cruiser Milwaukee to be built in three years at a cost of 2 825 000 dollars and a speed of twenty two knots.
The court held that the tax on export bills of lading under the war revenue law is unconstitutional as it taxes exports. Two justices dissented. The decision is seen as guiding the court on the Porto Rican case. Charlie McCoy rises in the postal service from St Louis to New York as head of free delivery in the New York division. He has a solid administration record and strong future prospects.
The annual adjustment plans 4730 clerk promotions and 1800 new clerks starting July 1, with potential rises to about 6500 promotions and 2200 additions. The average pay is expected to increase by about 21 percent as 75 percent of promotions go to lower grade clerks.
The passage argues that populists in the state desert party unity when offices loom and defeating Republicans becomes the main aim. It notes divisions among populists as the last two elections showed and predicts tighter opposition next year amid factional strain.
The Iowa scene shifts as Geo. Dr. Perkins resigns as a governor candidate to ease Major Conger’s path. Perkins is out of the race. Conger undecided on running. Cummins faction gains sympathy and expects a single-ballot nomination win for Cummins.
The piece notes Senator Mc Laurin facing opposition for his principled stand while critics resort to personal jabs. It also covers British farmers resisting government horse purchases abroad and Judge J J Healey's fatal lightning strike near Aberdeen. The Madison curfew ordinance is approved but enforcement doubts linger.
The text reports W. J. Bryan arguing in his Commoner that abandoning the 1896 and 1900 platforms will lose Democrats and deter allies, while Republicans see value in keeping the doctrines to ease the 1904 fight, potentially limiting Bryan's influence in the party reorganization.
Frank J Cheney of PF J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio swears as senior partner that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A W Gleason notarizes on December 5 1886. Cure claimed to affect blood and mucus, with testimonials and sales by druggists for 75 cents. Hall's Family Pills advertised as best.
Vermillion correspondent questioned on the claim that the State Band was among three in the state seeking the regimental appointment for the new State Guard. Mitchell and Sioux Falls bands deny desire for the post, noting no official discussion or action has taken place. The State University band may win by default, with Mitchell praised for Prof Merrill’s instruction but denying regimental aims. Additionally a testimonial for Poley’s Kidney Cure and a generic jobs notice are included.
Mayor VanAlstine outlines recommendations for water supply by river or pumping and future city hall, sidewalks and sewerage plans, burial ground for animals outside city, guttering remaining Main Street blocks, and immediate street improvements.
The mayor announced committee appointments for the year. Finance includes Aldermen Stout Miller Beckwith. Streets and Alleys include Aldermen Perry Beckwith McLaughlin Scriven. Water Works includes Aldermen Miler Hannett Beckwith. Ordinance includes Aldermen Hannett Stout Scriven. Fire includes Aldermen Scrives Koch Miller. Lights includes Aldermen Koch Stout Hannett. Sewerage includes Aldermen Beckwith Me Laughlin Hannett. Printing includes Aldermen McLaughlin Perry Stout. Parks and Public Grounds include Aldermen Scriven McLaughlin Koch. Cemetery includes Aldermen Beckwith Scriven Perry. Board of Health includes Aldermen Hannett Koch Perry Miller.
Mitchell Aldermen debated a resolution to begin city hall construction after voters approved funding at the April 11 1901 election. The measure calls for warrants not exceeding ten thousand dollars for materials and labor and assigns a committee to secure plans and specs. Yea: Mc Laughlin Hannett Scriven. Nay: Stout Perry Beckwith Koch.
Evening session saw a resolution to raise the police chief salary to 720 dollars per year and extend arrest commissioner duties. The measure was sent to the finance committee with a tied vote broken by the mayor in favor. The mayor noted his first decisive vote since taking office. The chief reportedly insists on the raise to accept the post, and city auditor McCormick says he will resign over the salary cut. The council adjourned to meet May 17.
A cough signals possible consumption or bronchitis and should be treated promptly. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is promoted as effective in curing coughing caused by fatal diseases, offering a free trial if it proves unbeneficial, and is sold by all druggists.
Fresh water springs in the gulf of Mexico supply ice cold water when ships are becalmed. Known for 200 to 300 years, they were found by early voyagers and saved mariners short on water. Charts mark some, but modern steamers ignore them and younger skippers have forgotten.
Notice is given by A. Bidwell executor of Marshall H. Fisk deceased to creditors and others with claims against the estate to exhibit them with vouchers within four months after first publication to the executor in Mitchell South Dakota. Dated April 15 1901. A E Hitchcock attorney.
Tobin and Webster, auctioneers, announce auctions in Davison county and other parts of the state. Terms are reasonable. Contact Phil Tobin at Hillside, 8 D, or Webster at Farmers Sheds, Mitchell.
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