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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1913
Page
2
Publication masthead text indicates the Mitchell Capital meeting and publishing company with proprietor W. R. Ron d, Halitor and manager. Subscriptions offered for one year and three months strictly in advance.
An article reviews the impact of improved poultry farming on national food supply and farm profits. It cites George Barron's breeding feats and argues better hens could boost U.S. wealth by tens to hundreds of millions annually, urging continued support at the Mitchell state poultry association gathering.
The state board of regents concluded a Vermillion hazing case with a Solomonic ruling. Eight upperclassmen questioned. five students suspended for rest of the year but with suspension ending January 14 due to extenuating circumstances. The decision aims to calm passions while stressing the university’s educational purpose.
The dairy silo alfalfa train begins on the Northwestern line under the State Dairymen's Association and State College. A. P. Ruger and Prof. C. Larsen headline talks on dairying and cows with outdoor demos. The train features a lecture car, exhibit car, milking machine, and demonstrations of alfalfa, forage crops, silos, and silage for local South Dakota farmers.
Mitchell society members hosted a large Hallowe'en night at the Elks club house with 500 guests including Hulks and spouses. The event featured a card room, dancing in the ballroom, vocal solos, a violin number, and a wreath of black and yellow decorations plus punch service by two committees.
In Birmingham Alabama R P Tallman swallowed a seven day Swiss watch to the surprise of those around him. He remains in good health though anxious about possible complications and may require an operation. Tallman continues his workday as usual while awaiting medical advice. Meanwhile Frank Floyd repeatedly calls to inquire about his condition and progress.
In St Paul Minnesota Ada Cox received a district court verdict of 17400 dollars against William Rufus Edwards a wealthy lumberman for breach of promise.
Be-Jolly club met Wednesday evening with twelve guests including Mrs. M W Frank Mrs C W Leakley and Mrs G S Agnes assisting. Prizes in Halloween games went to Mrs Laurice Vickers and Mrs Fred Wilson. Mrs R A Zangle honored with a silver spoon on her church work retirement. Mexican Queen club led by Mrs Lewis Wittmann held a Wednesday session with all members present.
A very pleasant afternoon featured guests enjoying a delightful lunch. The next meeting is planned to be held at the home of Mrs H P Faber.
The Twentieth Century club meets Monday with Mrs. Diehl and Mrs. Rowley as leader. Hosts Mr. and Mrs. Morris entertained ten guests with a dinner and short musical program. Numerous clubs scheduled events and lectures at homes on West Third Avenue, with readings on Freemont, Pueblo Indians, and the Grand Canyon. A Halloween social drew sixty-plus youths at the Presbyterian church. Rebekahs of Western Star lodge celebrated October 23 raising funds for Dell Rapids Odd Fellows home.
Mackworth G. Rees of Spokane Washington and Miss Caroline B Gothard of Philadelphia Pennsylvania were married by Rev Benj F Tilley at the First Baptist church in Mitchell after meeting by prior arrangement The groom was detained in South Dakota and the bride came to Mitchell for the ceremony They left Mitchell by evening train for a hunting trip in the Black Hills
Mitchell High, without captain Louis Nordbye, overwhelmed Vermilion 19 to 0 on the university field. Reierson to Wilder for 20 yards set up a TD. White added a 12 yard score and Reierson kicked goal for 13 0 at halftime. Vermilion scored late in the final period as Wilder’s team closed with a 60 yard run.
The young son of C F Cadwell and two companions slept three nights on a Cadwell ranch while haying. They moved between tent and shack as weather changed and only later saw a rattlesnake emerge from a mattress hole. They were not bitten, considered a miracle.
The South Dakota state accountant reviewed county books for Robert County and issued a report to the county commissioners last week exonerating the accused officials. The audit found books in first class shape and dismissed graft accusations that circulated for years.
Gregory D H of White Lake South Dakota a prominent Au rora county pioneer died of heart failure shortly after entering the Plankinton circuit court room to testify in a case He was 60 and held $38000 in the Modern Woodmen lodge He leaves a widow three daughters and two sons and had held trusted county posts
In Washington momentum grows for a democratic caucus to debate the administration currency bill. Senators upset by the banking and currency committee reduction of original reserve banks from 12 to 4 push for caucus to rally support for administration plans.
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