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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1914
Page
5
A German aviator, posing as French pilot Joubert, was arrested in Paris after three weeks among military airmen. He spoke fluent French, wore Joubert's uniform, and carried papers from Antwerp. Officials believe he is a spy. authorities seek more details on how he operated in Paris.
A wounded German officer tells Tageblatt artillery rules the war in Berlin reports. He praises heavy howitzers matching French 15.5 cm pieces and notes the terror of the 45 inch mortar growler. He cites French fire discipline and ammo logistics as strengths while German shells deliver devastating air pressure and structural damage.
The Revue des Deux Mondes published a 1870 letter from Emile Ollivier, then French premier, to the King of Prussia after Napoleon III’s fall. It urged resistance to Prussia and warned of alliances across Latin, Slav, and German races while condemning Poland’s safety and attacking Jewish prosperity. The response from Prussia is noted as swift.
Paris reports on German air power highlights the strategic impact of aircraft in wartime. A French corps commander compares one aeroplane to eight hundred cavalry, underscoring the role of aerial scouts in preventing surprise moves.
The union gospel missions at the Congregational church led by Dr. James W. Fifield drew large audiences for both services. Sermons covered spiritual growth under natural law and the necessity of the new birth, urging repentance and obedience.
Mitchell high school faded heavy with weighty Huron but held the visitors to a 0 0 deadlock. Wilder narrowly missed a late drop kick while Goacher punted away danger and Hathaway and Barnard led a stout Mitchell defense. Sioux Falls then defeated Aberdeen 18 0 at Norma athletic field with Hawley and Best scoring for the winners.
Hurley, 8, D. B. RK. Curtis of near Ary demonstrates that potatoes can be a paying crop in the South when prices are low. The report notes the potential profitability and shifts in farming practice driven by price conditions.
Washington reports preliminary 1914 farm crop estimates from the agriculture department. Corn production reaches 2,699,702,000 bushels with an acre yield of 25.8, up from 23.1 last year but below the ten year average of 26.7. Other crops include oats, wheat, potatoes, buckwheat, and apples with varied gains and declines.
Albert Lea Minnesota CC Arm strong president of the Albert Lea state bank and Clint L. Lucs a veteran editor were killed last night when their car stalled on a steep grade failed to regain control and toppled down a hundred foot embankment. Dorothy Armstrong and Grace McKee escaped injury.
The 1914 farm crops in the United States are valued at 56.07 billion dollars, about 104 million higher than last year, with cotton losses offset by higher prices and larger yields in wheat corn apples and other staples. Details by state show per acre yields and total production for corn in Minnesota Iowa Missouri South Dakota Nebraska Kansas and Texas.
Hudson, S. D. Abraham Enger reports raising a second crop of strawberries with some ripening fruit. The November harvest is unusual for South Dakota, made possible by a mild fall. His patch sits in a dark yard with an irrigation plant of his own.
A report notes water being sent over the berry patch. The berries are described as large and luscious and the expected yield is as abundant as typical summer crops.
Pierre South Dakota a general state quarantine was ordered to go into effect tomorrow stopping cattle imports to prevent entry of foot and mouth disease. Washington cold and rain aid officials say harsh weather helps suppress the livestock epidemic across infected states.
Aberdeen S D H F Patterson urges farmers in the northwest to stay calm over foot and mouth disease. No local outbreak is found and he says livestock prices will stay fairly good due to nationwide scarcity. Farmers should report suspected cases and avoid panic selling while markets recover.
Dr. S. M. Smith reports no hoof and mouth disease found among cattle in Mitchell. Federal inspectors watched symptoms as Illinois and Iowa outbreaks prompted quarantine in South Dakota. Cattle car disinfection on the Milwaukee road proceeds under government supervision.
Citizens of Yankton and visitors parade the streets in autos and by band as Hon. E. B. Johnson, elected to the U S Senate from South Dakota, is escorted from his college hill home to Armory hall. Fireworks, speeches by ex-Senator Gamble and others, and a friendly reception follow the address.
Fire started about ten this morning in Oldham South Dakota. village of 355 people in Kingsbury County. Madison De Smet Ramona and Yunke Preston fire departments were alerted and rushed to the rescue. By 1 30 p m the blaze was under control. six buildings were destroyed including the hotel livery barn two lunch rooms pool hall and a garage. Reports later claimed the depot and four elevators burned but could not be confirmed.
Geddes farmer F. B. Gross conducted experiments on the spangele crop near Geddes. The study suggests the plant may prove a valuable addition to local crops and could offer a profitable alternative for farmers in the area.
Mangold raised by Gross yields nine and one half pounds per plant with field output at twenty tons per acre. Demonstrations show mangold as excellent feed for cows hogs and even poultry. Expectation is for wider cultivation across Charles Mix and Missouri river counties next year as a valuable crop for farmers.
G Vander Linden of Corsica M D sues Antone Oster for 5000 alleging unlawful arrest on November 28 1913 connected to charges of abducting Katie Oster daughter of Oster. He asserts injury to character and complete innocence though the case was dismissed. Last day for circuit court November term filings noted.
Most of Company F prepare to receive typhoid vaccine offered by the war department through Capt. Earl B. Rowley. A local surgeon will administer likely on December 4. About 80 percent of the roster requests treatment at no cost. The war department requires regular army members to take the vaccine. An election to fill a vacancy caused by Lieut Meyer’s promotion will be held December 4 at the evening meeting.
In Davison County South Dakota the Fourth Judicial Circuit Court orders dissolution of The Royal Elevator Company. An application filed by majority directors seeks to dissolve the corporation after all claims are paid. Hearing set November 24 1914 at ten o clock in the Heyler Building Mitchell to hear the dissolution request.
State of South Dakota Fourth Judicial Circuit in Davison County issues summons in the case of Estella Spencer plaintiff versus Clark Alfred Spencer defendant. The defendant is commanded to answer the complaint filed September 10 1914 in the Davison Circuit Court and serve an answer within thirty days after service at the Commercial and Savings Bank Building Mitchell South Dakota.
The South Dakota Federation of Commercial Club executives met with sparse turnout. Officers named include President Dr. Eo wood Humbolt and Treasurer J. B. Per sexecutive vanikton. Committee assignments listed for several towns. Plans for promoting the state and commercial organizations discussed.
Vic Dorsey shot himself Saturday evening while being arrested for selling fat cattle bearing an LD brand to a local meat market. The brand is government issued and rustling penalties are severe. The incident links to the broader rustling case involving Chain Chamberlain.
Morgans Secretary to the Commercial Club and the Pacific State Building Commission traveled to Sioux Falls this morning for official business.
A fragmentary OCR item mentions Yoian and Roaie with unclear actions and a fuse event. The readable content is sparse, lacking dates places or organizations to anchor a fuller summary. The piece reads as a brief note rather than a full article.
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