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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1902
Page
6
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Washington dispatch reports President Roosevelt nominated C B Jackson as Indian agent at Sisseton South Dakota triggering surprise and resistance from Interior officials who had closed the agency a year earlier. The South Dakota delegation continues push to reopen Yankton agency and praises Judge Jackson of Roberts County.
The article notes record 1902 immigrant arrivals, with January to April totals rising sharply from 1901. It highlights Ellis Island expansion, education improving immigration literacy, and lingering questions about Philippine policy and global tensions influencing American immigration.
Secretary Farley of the South Dakota Press Association outfits a summer trip for newspaper men starting in July. The group travels first to Duluth then by steamers to Mackinac Island for a week of scenic beauty, fine meals, and a refreshing break before returning to the grind.
Osbon of the Howard Spirit rebukes Sioux Falls Republicans for ignoring Congressman Burke and notes they once criticized him. He pledges support for Burke, praising his record and party support as justification for backing Burke.
Reports indicate Mount Pelee continues erupting as it engulfs Saint Pierre, a city of about thirty thousand. Eighteen ships in the harbor were destroyed, with only thirty passengers and crew saved. The catastrophe ends a once prosperous and famed locale.
Last Friday Sampson was laid to rest in Washington with naval pomp. General Miles declined as an honorary pallbearer over past criticisms, sparking critique of his conduct. The episode sparked broader questions about pride and decorum in official ceremonies.
The eastern press questions President Roosevelt over trust policy while his nationwide base shows backing. Supporters say he is enforcing the law against violators and will not need eastern industrialists' approval. The middle west and west back his renomination, with broad national approval expected.
The piece describes partisan conflict in the U S Senate over alleged cruelties by American soldiers in the Philippines. Republicans counter Democratic attacks as politically motivated while Democrats push for stricter conduct, noting animated, vigorous discussions and recent specifics that dampen campaign rhetoric.
The South Dakota region faces a promising crop year as seeding runs late yet benefits from ample soil moisture. Cool weather and continued moisture support rapid grain growth and a strong foundation for a large harvest, with corn planting nearly completed under favorable conditions.
Sioux City Mayor Caldwell forced gambling houses to relocate after talks. Sioux Falls police began roundups, ending local gambling operations. Mitchell Mayor VanAlstine bans gambling, and Mayor Silsby vows to prevent it in his city.
The article accuses Senator Tillman of repeating harsh comparisons between methods used against the colored voter in the South and actions in the Philippines. It asserts Tillman denounces the water cure as inhuman while boasting of southern methods that harm African Americans, claiming insurgents recover from the water cure but blacks do not when southern authorities act.
Counties have named delegates to the Republican state convention at Sioux Falls, instructing 600 plus of 1,129 delegates to back Senator Kittredge. He is expected to win a majority and likely receive unanimous endorsement. The note praises his Senate service and Governor Herreid’s appointment following Senator Kyle’s death.
Senator Shelby Cullom of Illinois defends retaliatory measures amid Philippine atrocities against American soldiers. He condemns torture while acknowledging urges to avenge friends killed, and denounces copperheads as a disgrace to the nation. He argues for fair treatment and honorable foes despite heightened tensions.
The statement rebuts Democratic attacks on the army, arguing the service reflects national renown. It says silence ended after sustained insults and presents the plight of soldiers to let the public judge whether isolated torture cases were justified.
In Faulk County a brother killed his sibling Edward Coleman and Joseph Coleman tried to move the body to Mellette. Officials halted the exhumation and arrested Joseph who faced a circuit court hearing. Edward carried a $10 000 life policy and suicide was ruled a sham amid other suspicious deaths in the family.
An aged remedy praised for teething children that soothes pain and relieves wind colic and diarrhea. Sold by druggists worldwide, twenty five cents a bottle. Always request Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup and avoid other brands.
Milwaukee Road offers round trip tickets from Mitchell to Lead for the Odd Fellows grand lodge session on May 19 at 20.60. Tickets good only on trains arriving Sioux City May 17. A special through train to Lead departs Sioux City May 18. Return limit 20 days. Information at Milwaukee depot.
Paul N. King of Deadwood, alleged absconding commissary clerk, is pursued as Lusk the Elkhorn contractor is captured in Denver and to be returned to Deadwood by Sheriff Doten. Letcher voters elect new school board. Arlington Church of Christ project to start about July 10. Clark’s Watson Brower named adjutant as state guard encampment set for July 16 for one week.
A vintage medical pitch attributing broad bodily benefit to treating female organs. It argues that local female disorders affect overall health and claims the remedy strengthens weak women and cures illness without narcotics.
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