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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1891
Page
7
The Mitchell Printing Co announces subscription options with prices for one year in advance six months and three months. Subscribers changing addresses must provide old and new addresses and correspondence should be directed to the office by Monday. Out-of-state mailings will be discontinued at the end of the paid term.
To advertisers advertising rates listed with an application and are reasonably low. Business cards up to six lines cost $5 per year with $1 for each additional line. Local notices five cents per line. Legal ads at statute rates. Cards of thanks ten cents per line. Marriage and death notices obituaries resolutions of respect and wedding presents are five cents per line.
In a 1891 political brief Senator Pettigrew plans Washington travel next Sunday while Uncle Jerry Rusk emerges as a potential second place on the Republican ticket. Cleveland and Mills align on presidency and speakership, signaling strong GOP prospects for next year despite Iowa results.
The Individual endorses the McKinley bill in Ohio but laments the endorsement as protectionist policy. It notes the public often supports principles they do not personally believe, implying a reflection on voter discernment and good sense.
State Senator Lawrence of Sioux City argues a prohibitory law can be a public blessing if backed by local sentiment, but a law without support becomes a calamity. He notes other anti-prohibitionists claim prohibition drives trade away, prompting questions on reconciling these conflicting views.
The Minnesota senator tells a Minneapolis Journal interviewer he is satisfied with the state result, claiming Independents reduced the Republican lead from 10,000 to 2,000. The reply notes Jolley’s larger plurality and argues the third party’s gains were overstated and unlikely to repeat next year.
The Republican effort relied on newspapers and the Republican State League with limited Central Committee support. President Greene and Secretary Stearns organized county and township committees, pressing letters to mobilize work for 1892, laying groundwork for a stronger party influence despite funding and cooperation gaps.
An observer notes Col Jolley’s early plurality at 4000, disputing others’ inflated claims from similarly credible observers. The debate centers on which estimate best reflects the political landscape and voter support.
The Iowa Democrats express uncertainty about their next steps following a narrow victory. Party leaders weigh policy priorities and public response as they plan future actions.
The question of how South Dakota will back representation at the World's Fair arises as Yankton and Clay counties commit to their share of an estimated 80,000 needed for the state’s strong showing. Attention turns to Davison county and others for contributions.
The Argus Leader notes Oklahoma is rapidly Negroized with strong likelihood a state will join the union where colored people are the sole occupants. It cites freedmen's progress in Mississippi and Georgia and predicts Oklahoma will rank among its sisters, with an important distinction that Oklahoma negroes will be allowed to vote.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette argues against resubmitting the prohibition question in Iowa. It calls resubmission nonsense and predicts a result similar to past elections. It asserts prohibition as a statewide rule is ended for now and questions whether free whisky should continue or be moved toward a different regulatory approach.
In several counties the strongest showing came from reconciled Republican factions. Douglas, Brookings, Brown and Hand illustrate the trend with unity lifting party strength, while Davison County shows overconfidence in strong Republican areas led to voter turnout gaps. Independents remain content with the outcome despite margins.
An Independent paper accuses the Republican party of seeking to drop prohibition while pushing liquor nationalization. It argues prohibitionists oppose any government backing of liquor, and contends the crisis must be settled on practical terms removing sentiment. Democrats claim high license. Independents tout pure prohibition and seek Republican converts. Republicans largely reject liquor power, prioritizing curtailing political influence over selling liquor.
The piece accuses W. J. Vandanach er of hypocrisy for introducing a bill to ban railroad passes while using one himself. It claims he still holds passes from last winter and attends Independent gatherings with them. The Woonsocket Times mocks Liberal Lyre as a misnomer for a newspaper in Sanborn county.
Rev. N S Bradley summarized the first year of his pastorate at the Congregational Church on November 8. The report cites sermons ninety five, prayer meetings sixty, Sunday school forty eight sessions, twelve funerals, fifteen baptisms, seven marriages, and thirty six new members. Losses exceeded gains but faith and attendance grew. three new members were received and communion observed. An evening sermon on the Test of Christianity closed the day before a large audience.
The Toledo Weekly Blade presents itself as the leading Republican weekly with nationwide reach and over 100,000 subscribers, peaking at 200,000 during a presidential campaign. It features varied departments beyond politics and invites free specimen copies and confidential agent terms for earnings.
Reprinted from the Y P S C E convention in this city, the resolution urges that State District and Local Unions be composed only of Christian Endeavor Societies, while allowing societies that adopt the movement's general principles to use the name alone or with any denominational name, as a guarantee of those principles.
Capt Kocher recently received a large and rare assortment of Confederate paper money in varied denominations. The collection includes multiple specimen notes with distinct designs and values, some showing signs of wear. Further details on the provenance and total count were not disclosed.
The excerpt notes Mr. Kocher’s coin collection includes a battered Roman half pistole and bright new shillings from merry England, appealing to numismatic enthusiasts who prize rarity and historic interest in pieces spanning ancient to early modern periods.
Mr Vernon O T Hayek and wife of Emery visited Friday to Sunday and bought their old home from Jas Corey. Rev C E Wood preached his first Mt Vernon sermon. Florence Powers wed Frank Kilburn with few relatives present. Several locals, including Mr and Mrs A Frederick, welcome new baby boy. Koch opens Christmas goods line.
An oratorical contest for the Demo rest medal will be held at the Peck school house on November 20 at S o'clock p m. On November 22 Mr Berg will address the children on the topic of Missionary Work. Mrs Peck of Woonsocket with Mrs Palmer visited Mr and Mrs R A Peck last weekend.
Public auction at our farm Tobin township four miles south of Emsley post office on Nov 19 1891 at 16 o clock. Described property includes Clyde stallion brood mare three colts cattle shoats and livestock plus farm machinery. Terms cash under 310 cash. over 210 one year at 6 percent on approved security. Free lunch. Auctioneers M H Ward and E D Carpenter. Harvest excursion details via Illinois Central Railroad to southern states with round trip fare and 30 day return. Elevator company permanent organization with officers named R R Saul KR Robinson L W Lewis and others.
Dr Price s Baking Powder is praised as superior to rivals noting use of pure materials and a firm stance against ammonia adulteration. The advertisement emphasizes purity, perfection, and a loyal following among American housewives.
Minneapolis based Peavey Elevator Company will build a new 15000 bushel grain elevator on the south side of the Omaha track at Lawler street junction. Foreman L O Hickok and carpenters arrived Friday to start construction. Completion aimed by the 20th of the month with material furnished by Fulerton Lumber. Omaha agent Mr. Obland earned credit for securing the project after persistent efforts with Minneapolis interests.
Sue Warren Millham was surprised at a Friday evening gathering when Mrs. E F Bond presented him with a goldheaded ebony cane as a token of friendship. About twenty five couples attended the Masonic Hall party, Mashek's orchestra provided superb music, and the event was a social success. A late dance in K of L Hall drew around thirty couples who enjoyed dancing until 2 a m.
Resurgam Election, Resurgam Lodge of this city held its annual election Tuesday evening and reelected officers W M W E Randall senior warden Dr S J Moore junior warden J McDougal secretary W A Rogers treasurer H B Rogers. H B Rogers declined a reelection, H R Kibbee chosen in his stead. Thanksgiving social planned with committees appointed.
H M S Pinafore will be presented in Mitchell this winter by home talent. Some of the citys best musical talent has accepted parts and rehearsals will begin soon. No pains or expense will be spared in mounting and costuming. A competent manager is engaged and has all parts assigned. Lovers of light opera have a rare treat in store.
Watertown Public Opinion notes Oscar Kemp favors Sioux Falls as the state fair site. He cites big crops and bad weather hampering the current fair, and says Mitchell would back a move to Sioux Falls to secure the location.
Kimball Graphic notes Mitchell's Main Street walks are a disgrace and fail to measure up to Kimball or Chamberlain's, provoking public chatter about quality and standards in local street performances.
At the Baptist church last Sunday morning Rev. Mr. Peterson of Sioux Falls was to have preached but failed to arrive. Deacon Morse delivered a warm Christian exhortation and the service continued with devotional mood.
A Methodist church hosted a special Sunday meeting with Evangelist Burrows preaching and Pastor Boggs leading the consecration. About twelve or more began the Christian life as the meetings continue through the week, following a choir program of beautiful selections.
Local announcements note marriages: Rev William Underwood and Miss Matilda Owen wed near Mitchell South Dakota, and Henry Parkinson and Miss Sarah Daley married by Rev Geo Williams. A letter from Lydia A Nelson in Luther Michigan praises Allcock's Porous Plasters for gripping grippe relief and lung inflammation, requesting more.
A 19th century notation describes flag signals for weather. Flag 1 white signals fair weather while flag 2 blue warns of rain or snow. Flags 3 to 5 add local rain, temperature changes, and cold waves with a black square center flag signaling sudden temperature drops.
Officers elected include President Ed Moyer Vice Presidents James A Kipp Jennie West and A M Small Secretary Treasurer Mary Wright with committee members Jennie West Carlotta Moyer and J E Watkins announced at the West school house Beulah on October 11 1891.
Sealed proposals for building a barn at the poor farm are due by 10 o clock a m Saturday November 28 1891. The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids plans and specifications are on file at the county auditor office R T Robinson Auditor by order of the county board
Circuit Court convened at 1 30 p m with Judge Haney presiding. After the grand jury charge W H Bloss took charge and the afternoon was given to disposing of motions. Several cases were continued by consent and reported settled, while a number remain set for trial.
A meeting of the stockholders of the Davison County Elevator Company will be held at the County Auditor’s office on Friday evening Nov 20 at Woolock. Board secretary R T Robinson urges full attendance due to important business. Warren Wells was kicked by a horse at Fletcher’s livery stable suffering injuries to the left eye and face. Dr Warne treated the wounds and Wells was reported to be improving.
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