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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1911
Page
7
In an opinion by Justice Carson the South Dakota Supreme Court dismisses the disbarment charges against Attorney General Royal C. Johnson. The court finds the testimony does not prove he benefited from his official position. Johnson had no role in the civil action and denied wrongdoing, calling the charges politically motivated.
Sioux Falls reports favorable crop conditions across the state with recent rains benefiting all crops. Farmers expect ample moisture for the rest of the season, corn planting is near complete in the south and progressing in the north, and extensive new land is being cultivated, largely sown to flax due to its high price.
The U.S. Justice Department filed the first federal anti trust action under the Sherman law against the eastern lumber trust and plans to strike at central and western timber cartels. The suit names ten trade groups and over 150 individuals claiming a conspiracy to restrain the lumber trade nationwide.
The suit, led by Attorney General Wickersham, targets retail organizations in eastern states for alleged unlawful agreements and blacklisting to keep prices high. It aims to curb restraints on direct consumer buying and limit the power of retailers over contractors builders and manufacturers in lumber products.
Huron high school topped the state meet with 35 points led by victories from team members in hammer throw discus and other events. Brookings placed second with 21 and Sioux Falls third with 15 as records fell in four events including the 220 yard dash and pole vault.
A Sioux Falls resident testifies that Doan’s Kidney Pills relieved back pain and urinary trouble after a cold worsened kidney condition. He praises the product, notes improved health, and states the pills are sold by all dealers for 60 cents. Foster Milburn Co. is the U S sole agent. remember the name Doan’s.
Marriage of Thomas J. Kinney of Omaha and Emma Buen of Stickney performed by Justice F C Drake. Reports on arrivals departures weather curbing and local real estate. Court cases and community events including a corn palace talent search and university mission band travel. News on silos, fires, and sermons with church services and memorial plans.
Six convicts under sentence from one to twenty years escaped from the guard at Joliet state penitentiary during a sudden dark storm Saturday evening. Two were recaptured two hours later after hiding in the woods. The escape occurred as workers moved between the quarry and prison amid sudden darkness.
Washington filed unwarranted charges against George N. Silsbee of Scott county Minnesota alleging he was blocked from a patent to Indian lands in Tripp county. Thomas C. Burns Gregory land office registrar says claims are false and blames Baker and allies. Burns vows full report to the general land office while defending Silsbee’s rights.
A large anti reciprocity gathering in Aberdeen at the Brown County courthouse drew delegates from most eastern counties. Speakers included former Governor Samuel N. Elrod and W. H. Lyons among others. Sixteen delegates were selected to represent South Dakota in Washington hearings.
A faithful exhortation argues that nations are not God’s Kingdom and warns against wars driven by Christian nations. It describes the Messiah’s Kingdom as spiritual and future, with Earthly agents among the Jews guiding restoration and peace, inviting all peoples to seek divine governance.
The fragment lists individuals such as J. D. Reeves, E. P. Ashford, Rondell, J. D. McKenna, Bradley, BE. E. Clapp, Raymond, Ot to Johnson, Redfield, W. B. Burr, Selby, J. W. Parmley, M. P. Beebe, A. E. Chamberlain, Brookings, W. H. Lyon, and Sioux Falls, indicating a regional roster or directory snippet.
An old ad touts Dr Coxs sarbed Wire Liniment claiming it does not burn or blister relieves pain quickly and leaves wounds unbothered by filings. Sold by all druggists.
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