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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1916
Page
2
A critical look at Secretary Baker who sparked controversy with remarks about Washington’s colonial soldiers and a claimed Mexican raid plot. The piece argues Baker’s political overreach risks undermining the Wilson administration and suggests he should avoid political missteps.
The piece portrays Peter Norbeck as a Republican nominee for governor of South Dakota. It emphasizes his self made career from well digging to land investments, his straightforward, people friendly approach, and his past performance as a legislator. It argues he would govern as a businesslike, aboveboard, efficient leader.
Davison county voters face two state office candidates, one Republican and one Democrat, both respected in Mitchell. G W Helgersen seeks state treasurer with proven trust and business sense, while John Mechels of Mitchell runs for commissioner of school and public lands. County voters urged to consider merit beyond party.
Expressions of appreciation from supporters stressing the high standing of the two nominees at home. The remarks frame the nominees as respected figures with broad backing and emphasize civic esteem.
A polemical piece argues that the 1913 1914 depression proves unchangeable social and economic facts. It cites New York Chicago Detroit and San Francisco employment figures and claims the Democratic tariff policy forced a nationwide panic. It warns voters that the crisis persists regardless of Nov. 7 actions.
A sweeping editorial letter argues the United States under President Wilson must resist accents of economic warfare from Europe after the war. It condemns oil and other monopolies while urging accountability for price manipulation and calls out political allies and rivals in the 1912- era discourse.
The text recalls President Wilson labeling unemployment misery in 1914 as a psychological depression. It questions the efficacy of such framing for voters and hints at influencing a re election by promoting a psychological low mood tied to the era’s economic hardship.
The article argues South Dakota voters face two distinct statewide issues: constitutional prohibition and women’s suffrage. It notes past failures to couple reforms, stresses independence of campaigns, and frames suffrage as a right earned by women through demonstrated public responsibility.
Sheriff of Premont County Texas departed for Charles Mix County to secure the return of Gles Jouvees, held on charges of cheating by false pretenses. Extradition papers signed by the governor authorize removal from South Dakota to Iowa amid pursuit across states.
A fragment notes a postal style tale where a figure labeled Dr Peace calms the volatile Evansville mayor Beengamain Bosse. The piece references prior stern conduct and a change to docility under the Peace Dove influence.
A random sample of 122 Republican cards shows Republican Hughes ahead by about 10,000 votes in South Dakota, with Wilson gaining among Democrats and Progressives. The poll notes 470 plus percent Democratic gains and analyzes historical voting patterns and effects of Roosevelt's 1912 candidacy on the state race.
Stephen T. Mather assistant to the secretary of interior and in charge of national parks began a hearing in Chicago on the proposal to establish a national park at the Indiana Dunes on Lake Michigan.
The Macon Telegraph comments on the sight of the Colonel attempting to elect anyone but himself to office, calling it novel though lacking other merit.
A letter from A. Christopherson, former speaker of the House, appeals to Lenubheim county Republicans to back Charles Boreson for the State Senate. He praises Boreson's knowledge, service, and fearless stand, urging a handsome vote in the campaign.
A fragment notes Wilson from Wimball receiving a $5000 wager to back the Democratic candidate To Quiris of Renie count city. It states Wilson has solid support, with Wirbel county favoring him, and mentions attempts to raise funds in the community for his likely victory.
The Galveston jury in the John Copeland murder case informed Judge Wrees today that they are hopelessly divided and unable to reach a verdict. The judge urged the panel to continue deliberations given the case’s time demands.
Conductors on the eastbound Northwestern passenger discovered Walter Tallman dead in his seat near Buffalo Gap. Tallman, a former National Soldiers Home inmate at Hot Springs, was visiting Lead and Deadwood and returning home. Death attributed to natural causes. body sent to Hot Springs Home.
Secretary Baker is implied to regret not following Colonel House as a model, with the Fittsburgh Dispatch offering a sardonic take on policy guidance and leadership comparisons.
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