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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1888
Page
8
The text reports widespread business ruin and price spikes as capitalists withdraw amid political instability. It notes a dangerous donussion and warns investors to be cautious while acknowledging some promising properties may exist. It mentions advice from Tinwhil and a May 20 date.
A Sioux City report alleges Constable M M Curtis accepted payments from and allowed liquor to flow unmolested to leaders in a winter scheme. The Des Moines pair Charles Molen and Paul Leider publish signed statements and claim a total of 140 dollars paid to Curtis, with the officer allegedly pocketing cash during meetings. An official investigation is expected.
At the Indiana Millers Association meeting CA Sebyt of Illinois, president of the National Millers, cited European declines in U S exports. He warned Northwest spring wheat crops face frost and weak prices, while Western crops may be unprofitable to harvest. He noted large crops in India Russia Australia and Chile.
A 20 000 appropriation passed to fund a government exhibit at the Cincinnati Centennial Exposition. The bill directs the War, Treasury, Interior, and Agriculture departments to prepare exhibits for the event.
May 10 report notes striking New York Brewers hiring scabs to face Hogcutt and others in a brewing dispute. The text mentions Tava and Yonik as targets of the confrontation, signaling a labor clash over working conditions and labor action.
In railroad circles a round from Ash land to Dolnti via the Troy river is forming as a joint enterprise. Partners include Wie thunk, South here pnd Asantie, The fother Wooster and the W Cy STuepeny of the first yoad Wane.
A garbled collection mentions a May 10 2001 event in Lansing and a Cincinnati convention. It references labor party actions, a ball players contract in Devens, and a millen labor party narrative with unclear outcomes.
The May 10 session of the Time Committee on Berhanttire failed to agree on actions after months of discussion. No decisions were made and no measures were approved.
A chaotic scene erupted at Punicton Theater in New York on May 10 during the third set at the Avesta. one person was seriously injured as the gallery shouted and a disruption occurred.
The state temperance convention passed resolutions urging a general prohibition contest in the legislature as part of its May 10 gathering in Atlanta.
King Ifrmbert and Queen Margaret inaugurated the exhibition today in Tals. The event drew the cravat prince and many distinguished members of the qunoisivy.
Dispatch from Mandaliy reports a British garrison surprised by Vienits. In the ensuing fight officers and two privates were killed.
Chicago May 10 A meeting of the general passenger and ticket agents of the Iowa lines discussed the Iowa state law and adopted a resolution to set rates on a uniform basis per mile for water distance traveled. Each line may charge any rate lawful under Iowa statutes.
In Brooklyn on May 10, Republicans contest Kings county representation in both state and national conventions. Voters will mark a heavyweight primary with large turnout expected. Circulating party circulars and many workers aim to secure polling places amid occasional rancor needing peacemaking efforts.
New York May 10 The Methodist conference referred many subjects to committees including support for superannuated ministers memorial services and boundaries of the general conference A committee on American Bible Work was appointed A resolution proposed a general election in November 1890 for the admission of women as lay delegates.
The New Hampshire Republican state convention opened with J. H. Callinger presiding. The platform denounces tariff pension fisheries and civil service reform and attacks the Mills wool clause. Delegates at large were chosen and will go uninstructed while Cheney Catchelder favor Depew Harrison is backed by Callinger and Tuttle backs any candidate who can carry New York.
Reports to the American Medical Association show the association's paper the Medical Journal is paying well and will be improved this year. Dr Bartholow of Philadelphia read a well received paper on general medicine. Dr E A Wood of Pittsburgh chaired the dietetics section with an exhaustive paper. Election excitement grows with Dr Dawson of Cincinnati and Dr Moore of Rochester as leading president candidates. Dr Atkinson of Philadelphia has no opposition.
The American Wheelmakers association finished their business gathering in Washington. Visiting members departed for home, and the group will reconvene at Niagara Falls in July 1489.
Winnipeg May 10. The Conservative organ repudiates Mr Norquay for favoring unrestricted reciprocity in his legislative speech. It states Norquay did not reflect Norquay’s constituency or act as opposition leader and his course makes leadership untenable for the Conservative party in Nanstobe.
Fire swept a HuUzahethport tenement and a club house owned by John Lagin and the Willen dwelling. Three young men rushed into the flames saving ten children from suffocation as the structures burned near midnight. One child may have been lost in the blaze. Local reports credit the trio with bravery and quick action.
In Sioux City Iowa Reginald Ford was thrown from a buggy on Tuesday and sustained a dislocated neck. His head was set back and doctors expect recovery, noting it as one of the rare non fatal neck fracture cases.
Parmley Billings aged 25 son of Hon. Frederick Billings millionaire stockman and railroad magnate died after five hours illness at Hotel Richlien CuiAco. His father succeeded Henry Villard as president of the Northern Pacific. Billings, Montana was named for him.
Lexpos May 10 report says Dom Pedro I I illness is serious and possibly fatal, causing anxiety across Europe. Physicians cannot assure a return to the throne as his condition remains grave and unclear.
A large blaze destroyed Ted Miller's flax mills and adjoining barns in Menosha Wisconsin on May 10. About twenty five thousand bushels of Darley MW were burned. Authorities suspect arson by a person or group with malicious intent.
A New York man, John Phillip, arrested on a bigamy charge after decades apart from his Brooklyn wife. He reportedly left her twenty years ago with their child Clara, later marrying again and starting a second family in New York. Details show the wife learned of the second marriage two years ago and pursued a warrant for 45 days' detention.
Col. Bob Ingersoll delivered a touching eulogy for the late Roscoe Conkling in the New York legislative chamber at Albany Minnesota May 10. The ghostly tribute drew much interest and was well received by those present in the chamber.
The Wisconsin Republican state convention opens with strong backing for the governor and a pledge of undivided support while nominating delegates to the national convention. It signals, subject to a possible Gresham path, a platform opposing free trade in favor of protection for American industries, and names Spooner Payne Fairchild and Adame as delegates with Payne elected state chair.
In Olio Mey 10 a fire at the Nichols family farmhouse killed two children aged 6 months and 2 years who were left alone in the absence of their parents Mr and Mrs Nichols. The blaze consumed a Mille house near Wilshire, and the two victims were found burned beyond recognition in their beds.
Minneapolis dispatch reports Governor Pillsbury confirms a sale of 1000 shares beyond a controlling interest in the Sault Ste Marie railroad to officials of the Canadian Pacific. The notice comes from Montreal dated May 10. The deal centers on the railroad’s control and future operations under Canadian Pacific leadership.
A Tangiers dispatch reports that the issue between the United States and Morocco has been finally settled, announced to London on May 10.
On the lines of population Dakota would be entitled to twelve delegates in the national Republican convention. The Bismarck Tribune editorially urges Republicans of the territory to elect the full quota at Jamestown next Tuesday and appeal for their admission at the national convention.
Mansa WhitrA Kansas May 10 delegates arrive for the Republican state convention amid a heated dispute over instructing delegates to cast a complimentary vote for Senator Inglis. Opponents push for uninstructioned delegates, signaling a lively intra party struggle. A separate dispatch from New York notes a developing movement aiding ex Senator Allen Whitris for a second presidential ticket, with various senators and representatives involved.
In New York on May 10 the American Exchange National Bank and Adams Express offered no information about a missing $11,000 package. Detectives, led by Robert A. Pinkerton, expect several days to finish the search, having covered every inch of ground and awaiting results.
The thirty sixth national convention of the Ancient Order of Hibernians met in Louisville on May 10 with about 250 delegates from thirty eight states and territories and representatives from Scotland and Canadian provinces. Secretary McNells reported strong gains in membership and funds during the year.
Paragrap h news notes Kinkey won the Chester cup at the London races. Trains may run through the Stampede tunnel by June 1 on the Northern Pacific. The Mexican National railway advances two to three miles daily with a Rio Grande iron bridge at Laredo. A through train Laredo to Mexico is promised before September 20.
Delegates arrive in Chicago for the Western Association of Gas Manufacturers annual convention at the Grand Pacific. About three hundred delegates are expected to attend a three day session with banquets and civic hospitality during their stay.
The Knights of the Golden Eagle will hold a four day session in Washington starting May 22. About 5,000 knights are expected from Philadelphia, Washington, New York and Massachusetts towns. The order has 40,000 members. Also, Pittston horseman Capt. Brown may retire after this season due to disabled horses.
In San Francisco on May 10, Mrs James Brown Potter saw declining attendance with audiences thinning toward the end of her engagement. After poor turnouts in San Francisco and outside towns she has canceled remaining engagements.
The house committee on Indian affairs favorably reported a bill granting 11000 to the executors of Charles E. Hedges for provisions to the Yankton Sioux in 1807 to prevent starvation. Rehurz' Mission From the Crown Prince notes Carl Schurz asked to thank the American people for sympathy after Emperor William's death and for concern over Frederick's suffering.
MINNEAPOLIS May 10 The board of ers has raised insurance rates 25 percent on buildings over four stories, arguing water mains in leading streets are too small to be effective in severe fires.
LAssini Michigan May 10 The new common council is a practical tie politically with the minor deciding vote Democratic and has been in session since Tuesday night unable to transact business. The Republican mayor Edson absents himself on purpose.
St Paul grain quotes include Wheat No 1 hard and No 1 northern around 82 cents, Corn bids varied, Oats bids and asks mixed, Rye No 2 around 69 to 70 cents, Ground Feed at 18.76, Corn Meal 10.25, Hay bids at 12 to 13, Timothy and Clover seeds bid. Potatoes bids 68 to 72 cents, No 3 oats bid.
The Alabama Democratic state convention elected delegates who will support Cleveland for president and likely Governor Gray for vice president. The platform endorses the administration and calls for tariff reduction. Delegates named include L. C. Vandegrift, KR Cochran, W. A. C. M Wardcastle, C. Z. Burrington, W. I. Cousy, and W. Hi. Stevens.
May 10 report from Minsienvorts says Baldwin did not ascend and jump from his balloon in the parachute as advertised because the atmosphere was cloudy. The jump will occur on the first clear day.
Marvin H. Bovee a well known advocate against capital punishment died in Whitewater Wisconsin at age sixty one His reform work earned him wide reputation and respect in abolitionist circles.
Nashville Tenn May 10 President Cleveland was warmly endorsed and praised in the Democratic state convention platform. Governor Taylor is solidly positioned for reelection according to the delegates and party leaders.
Climox Iowa May 10 Mayor Chase obtained search warrants against several saloonkeepers who did not close by May 1 as ordered. Stocks of liquor from three establishments were seized and placed in custody.
The Chicago Milwaukkee and St Paul Railway company began laying side tracks on a twenty acre Dayton tree claim area in Aberdeen South Dakota. Preparation work signals the upcoming construction of large car shops.
Buffalo Bill and his troupe sailed from Hull on a Wilson line steamer for New York Sunday morning. Anti-Chinese demonstrations reported in Brisbane as riots destroy several Chinaman shops.
Minneapolis grain report lists No 1 hard winter cash and May 850 June 854ge. No 1 northern cash and May SIC June 4434e. No 2 northern cash and May 824c June 8240 o t ee. The short, fragmented prices reflect a busy trading day.
Duluth Wheat opened with firm quotations as market activity picks up in Chicago. Prices steadily moved higher amid broader market activity and speculative trading.
The May 10 issue notes the Republican state convention in Trenton with plans for travel to Chicago. Fragmentary text indicates focus on routes and figures but details are incomplete.
A Burlington strike remains active per a press committee member, despite rumors of a partial settlement affecting the Chicago Burlington and Northern line. The status holds for the broader strike.
The senate in executive session today ratified the Chinese treaty without a division. The fisheries treaty will be brought up next week.
Senator Davis introduced resolutions of the Southwestern Minnesota ex Prisoners of War association urging support for a bill to pension ex prisoners. The action highlights advocacy by veterans groups in Washington.
Receipts at South St Paul market show strong activity with cattle and hog trade. Prices include 115 SOC BA packing and 103 lb feeders, beeves at $1.05 with 1,141,800 lb total, demand for medium natives remains steady.
Standard Oil Company of Rochester Minnesota buys ground near the railway line and plans five tanks of 700 barrels each. The move aims to establish Rochester as a barrel ing station for oil shipments.
In Warren Wisconsin on May 10 several families face diphtheria outbreaks. The Hawkins family reports seven children ill and one child died or is not expected to live. Health authorities monitor the situation and urge precautions.
The largest known bloom is the raMesia, a monumental forest flower from Surantra measuring three feet across and weighing fifteen pounds. It grows directly on its host tree Arkansaw Traveler, emitting a strong odor likened to glazed meat.
The report describes an invention where pulling a lever in a compartment car activates a brake, stopping the train. A white disk appears outside the compartment to notify the conductor where the brake is needed, according to the Weston Budget.
A New York dress society member wore a satin ball tie before minkins run through the year. Her costume was deemed the most novel and she won the prize. The Chicago Herald notes this fashion moment as the news of the day.
Fragmentary remarks discuss how forests affect rainfall and economic outlooks. References to Henry Gannett and methods for rainfall estimation appear in a historically dated context, suggesting early attempts to quantify forest impact on climate.
A garbled note claims rilsemotion tint causes grievous evil while a clei teacher is praised as good for the stiither term. The text asserts all the pupils are sinall, but its meaning remains unclear.
The speaker laments imperfect art and seeks ideal paintings and poems sought in dream. He confesses that despite skill at the easel and ardent muse worship, his notes and verses rise to perfection only in sleep, while waking work falls short of the dream. Arthur Grissom notes The Journalist line.
The New York Tribune notes two strong cases cited by Dr. Kremianski supporting aniline therapy for phthisis. A patient with advanced phthisis received a four day aniline dose misadministered at three times the amount and showed rapid improvement with normal vital signs after inhalations. A second case combined tubercular peritonitis meningitis and typhoid with pulmonary phthisis treated by aniline inhalations, corrosive sublimate and other measures, with bacilli disappearing from sputum and the patient staying healthy.
A man returns home wearing a coat he claims is new. His wife suspects it is his own old coat sold by a peddler days earlier. The couple argue over the purchase as the truth slowly emerges.
In the old market house back of Central station observers watched a fish dealer overcharge customers by charging for the scale with each weighed fish. The coroner is holding an inquest this morning. Kansas City News reports a witness noting the dealer's repeated cheating.
A brief Tid Bits fragment shows characters mockingly debating a coat and a hair growth preparation. The exchange features Berty and Arthur joking about inducers and mustaches, reflecting playful banter over grooming and fashion.
An old country import doors in a village recall a skating scene as Boreas freezes sidewalks. Sittie glides out on skates to visit a friend and hears a child cry out to her mistress that Ixittie wants to see her with sleds on her feet.
Ouray resident Dave Moffat speaks of the Rio Grande's future plans with restrained clarity. Muldoon quotes him as a thoughtful Chinook type, a man of steady intellect and calm bearing.
The Chicago Tribune notes two upbeat terms coined by Oliver Wendell Ielmes. He labels those who carry authors ideas as brain tappers and calls the monosyllables dropped by an irritated author the monosylables of his unsanctified vocabulary.
Customer asks for a pair of rubbers and the dealer assumes the same as yesterday. The customer confirms the previous pair lasted until nearly midnight before they gave out, noting satisfaction.
Astronomers report several Martian canals, some nearly two thousand miles long, prompting musings that a Mars government might understand appropriation and harbor bills.
Washington Critic reports a tense scene at a club where Jones and Smith discuss a shallow grave and Brown’s distant corner presence, implying a somber or coercive atmosphere.
A cryptic exchange about atoms and a misheard place name hints at a playful or surreal local item. The snippet pairs a child asking about atoms with a parent guessing Athens, then clarifying the intended sense of place.
The Prombitionists push for a national commission to probe the evils of alcohol as they extend influence in Congress. They argue many voters would favor similar freedom for their own electors, while critics warn of despotism by reformers and condemn coercive fanaticism.
The Republican candidate for Louisiana governor is told his campaign persists at peril, underscoring a lingering southern bias that keeps Republicans a minority, a sentiment echoed by the Houston Traveler centuries after the war ended.
A vivid paragraph describes a bicyclist parading down a city street, drawing waspish crowds, curious onlookers, and a rising roar of excitement. The narrator notes shops, passersby, and a growing mob as the crowd disperses scraps of paper and stampsede.
A discussion on redefining the unit of length by new methods using light wavelengths. Cites Michelson Morley work and sodium yellow light as context, arguing a reliable invariable standard is possible and portable across places.
A historical note traces the club as an early favored weapon with heavy weighted ends adaptable to one or two hands. It describes the mace an iron headed wooden shaft used by horsemen and clergy and notes variations such as hammers used by longbowmen and restrictions on priests gear in certain eras.
The article recalls presidential pets from Mrs. Pierce Nellie Arthur Monroe and others. It mentions Dolly Madison’s saddle nag, Martha Washington’s parrot, Miss Cleveland’s rose conservatory, and a black and white spaniel tied to the White House era, with anecdotes from the Detroit Free Press.
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