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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1899
Page
6
The article reports Johnston defending a funding scheme for a school loan system amid calls for higher auditor pay. Attorney General Grigoby ruled 7 percent interest illegal, while the Commissioners allegedly increased the rate, raising questions about the Gazette’s coverage.
A health ad argues germs from consumption invade while rain cannot be escaped. It explains strong throats and well nourished bodies resist, urging immediate action if cough and throat pain persist. It emphasizes fat-rich blood and warns thin bodies face higher danger. It advises taking prompt remedy.
Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil with hypophosphites claims to heal inflamed membranes boost digestion appetite and weight and fortify the body against germs of consumption. This nourishing sustaining preparation is valued in wasting diseases sold at $1.00 by druggists Scott & Bowne, New York.
A heated exchange questions Brer Johnston and Champlin on law and integrity. Auditor Anderson defends reduced interest and unpaid clerk duties, claiming frugality and adherence to law, while critics allege the board misstates authority and finances.
Domestic notices report births as Burns and daughter to Mr and Mrs P C Burns on May 21 1899 and Dundass son to Mr and Mrs Ed Dundass at Armour on May 22 1899. Local social chatter includes a library party at Maria Eveson’s with Gerald Thompson’s bicycle lock prank and a child portrait moment with Christine.
May 28 1899 events begin with Grand Army of the Republic Womans Relief Corps and Sons of Veterans marching to the opera house for a memorial sermon by Rev Harry Gunderson. May 30 involves a city parade to the cemetery for graves to be decorated followed by Gettysburg Address read by F D Powers and a memorial address by J L Jolly Vermillion SD.
Department Commander Farr lists 56 soldiers from the South Dakota regiment who died in the Civil War era from wounds, disease, or action, with records dated up to May 17, 1899. Names include Jonas H. Lien, Harvey M. Breed, Oscar Felker, James W. Nelson, and many others cited by date in action or death.
A young missionary in India attempted to order breakfast to test her language progress. Her phrase, meant for fresh eggs, shocked the cook as she reportedly said You may bring us this morning an old blind man highly Loied, highlighting the dangers of misused language.
Mitchell residents boast fast driving horses with many buyers active this season. Notables include Geo E Logan, C W Johnston, O L Branson, M B Showers, W H Lott, C H Kibbee, and others. Plans aim to buy the old fair grounds for a driving club, or at least improve a track east of the water works for summer matinees. Some horses run 2:24 and recent efforts show a 220 clip, as gentlemen race evenings continue.
Government local station records a week's temperature range with daily highs and lows. Data show variable conditions across the period, including warm afternoons and cooler nights, reflecting seasonal shifts and typical regional climate patterns.
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