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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1907
Page
7
The Mitchell Capital Yankton voices longing for a gulf rail route with a hoped direct line to the gulf. The piece notes spring snow in South Dakota and compares eastern winter reports, acknowledging broad winter-like conditions across regions and the west and east facing similar weather.
The writer laments unseasonable weather persisting for a month, with cold winds and occasional snow delaying warm sun and farm work. The public seeks relief from the harsh climate while fuel bills from last winter remain burdensome. The mood is one of disharmony and desire for change.
Next week in Mitchell features three Theodore Thomas orchestra concerts capped by The Messiah, followed by two days of oratory and athletics as six colleges converge for the annual contests. The plan aims to found a permanent May musical festival rivaling the fall corn palace event.
The piece reports that Roosevelt and Taft hoped Illinois would back a secretary for the nomination, but Illinois reportedly pledged support to Joe Cannon instead. Congressmen Prince and Chapline met with the president who was informed Illinois would back Cannon, seeking a candidate from Illinois and recalling Lincoln and Grant. Illinois aims to be a campaign factor with Governor Dindeen seen as able to aid the plan.
The Sioux Falls Press is said to be rewarded by the Republican party for its past Democratic and insurgent support. The piece notes the paper backed Crawford and allies against the party during the convention and then endorsed the Democratic ticket, prompting questions about insurance statements and gratitude. It compares similar treatment to the Mitchell Gazette and Brer LaFollette for insurgent support.
Fragmentary note mentions Jawereenke Gani and Salila with a reference to protesting and a Kick. Little context or clear event, people, or actions identifiable.
The Yankton Press and Dakotan supports Secretary Taft for president, noting South Dakota should back him while the president eyes no third term. Senator Kittredge has faced criticism for backing Taft, seen as a supporter of Roosevelt’s program and a strong ally to the president.
Wealthy steel trust president William E. Carey and actress Mabel Gilman wed after a costly bid for divorce and marriage. Carey spent millions on settlements and gifts including a château for Gilman, amid a high profile pursuit of union across the sea.
A Marshalltown Iowa starch factory once provided jobs and farm trade, but the starch trust purchased it for 200000 dollars, dismantled the entire plant, sold its machinery for old iron, and ended a thriving local industry, leaving town residents harmed.
Creighton University of Omaha blanked Dakota Wesleyan 9 to 0 as their pitcher dominated. Mitchell failed to mount offense with only a few scattered hits and errors aiding Creighton runs.
A Nebraska man is seeking a divorce from his three weeks married wife. She alleges on their wedding day he struck her with a hammer threatened to shoot her and hurled a poker. The husband is said to be likely affected by a possible mental disturbance.
The column reports staff movements and town visits including Mr. McFarlane and Mrs. Drake in Ethan. It notes school and community changes, including a new intermediate grade placement and the eighth grade elimination for Feresa Zeier. Other items cover a dance, a move of the Enterprise plant, trips to Elmsprings Colony, and an infant illness with mild smallpox cases quarantined.
May 16 notes report Henry Schurz visiting Michigan and returning. Ladies Aid Society meets May 22 at Mrs. Arthur Miller’s home. New piano moved to Henry Stopfer’s home. No new smallpox cases. Epworth League plans an extra service May 19. Teresa Zeier to finish school term. Eighth graders prepare graduation addresses for June 7. Emil Rosenquist elected poet and Edith Trow class prophetess for 1907. Roma French out with severe cold. Fire alarm at John Clement’s meat market caused minor damage. Julia Clement to attend Siena Falls with Ethan Lodge D of H. Enterprise team enjoying new location. Conrad and Clara Schiech excused from school due to work at the Commercial. Carrie Cole awaiting visit from son Fred Cole and family. Frank Cole improving grounds with shade trees and fruit plants ahead of building a new residence.
Loomis notes John Lewis ill with pleurisy and consulting Dr. Ball of Mitchell. Many locals attended a Saturday dance at John Olesen’s and enjoyed it. Clyde Taylor has mumps. Mike Christainson recently visited Mitchell and Elk order. Mrs. A. M. Perry and her son Clayton look unchanged.
Mitchell residents hosted family and friends including Mr and Mrs Cyrus Sayles and their daughter, with visits from Anna Dictipan of Plackin ton and Dr F S Kidd from Glenhaven Wis. Prosper reports a fresh snow storm and mumps spread west of Loomis.
Clarence Wallis of Mitchell visits Riverside to help move his parents. Laura Smart from Garden Prairie school passes through. Mabel Jorgenson travels to Mitchell to sew for Mrs Seamen. Roy Haner and Ollie attend church. Mrs Clarence Taylor visits relatives and praises her new home. DeMott couple go to Alexandria to hear evangelist Johnson. Pearl Ames sick with blood poison. finger amputated to save hand. School closes for eight months. entertainment planned with D W A talent. John Murtha travels to Marengo on news of uncle’s death. Mizener of Mitchell visits Riverside.
A dated letter to Mr. W. Metcalf discusses paint as clothing for buildings. It argues Devoe paint lasts longer, keeps weather out, and preserves value, urging coats and waterproofing while claiming cheaper long term costs. M. H. Gosche markets the print.
Notice from I. R. Anderson County Auditor states Davison County has 2000 dollars to loan to school districts or on farm lands in Davison County. Terms are on time at 5 percent interest. Apply at the county auditor’s office.
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