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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1907
Page
7
The Mitchell FRIday issue accuses Senator Kittredy of using lectures across the state to raise a campaign fund. The paper notes in Mitchell that receipts from the lecture were given to the high school committee after printing costs, a claim it says holds true for all groups hosting the speaker.
Saloons in Sioux City face enforcement as several saloonkeepers are cited for violating an ordinance against giving away free lunches. The Anti-Saloon League pushes to keep establishments within the law, while Minneapolis groups press for 11 pm closing to meet the statute.
The supreme court will take until next week to decide if Attorney Egan can practice in the state. Egan helped with the Kaufman murder case and sought to move to Iowa. Sioux Falls lawyers pressed charges to disbar him, and the high court is weighing the unusual proceedings and possible outcome.
The Huron gathering reveals distrust among machine leaders as they debate endorsements for the next campaign. Insiders claim endorsements were discussed though allies deny formal picks, while Mitchell meetings earlier raised questions about actual candidates and voter choice under the new primary system.
Insurgent leaders say rank and file only need to vote. they must ballot for candidates chosen by the machine, a move seen as disappointing.
Reports from Htahan Ribhan detail multiple locals traveling to Parkston and Mitchell for visits and events. Neighborly activities include a farewell party for travelers to California, a debate on pulpit influence versus education, church services, and plans for a new restaurant.
Mrs Bertie Klotz enters Mitchell hospital for treatment accompanied by husband and sister. Ladies Aid plans a special meeting at Mrs W B Tobey's home on November 20. Ew Rosenquist walks again after river trouble. Mrs George Eastman home from Mitchell with son Carl recovered from diphtheria. Brown family son in regular army home briefly. Will Crampton to move to Kennebec. M Coyne fences his city lots including his own home. Damon Cathout debate set for Friday November 22 with brief program. Goa Adams family to move to California on November 18 after big sale.
In Loomis, a pleasant surprise gathering was held at Mr. and Mrs. A Darmer home Saturday night for their thirty first wedding anniversary. A remembrance token was given to the couple. They plan to visit Helena Montana after leaving for home Tuesday. The Farmer's Elevator is completed with Lb Birge of Minneapolis as contractor and Mr Shirk in charge of grain buying. The elevator crew, led by Jack Finn, boosted town improvements. Elevator workers also went to Tulare S C to assist another project. The Colonial Club held a social at the Jesse Kidd home Wednesday evening after the usual activities.
Clarence Wallis of Mitchell visited his parents on Monday. S M Granger of Adrian Minnesota called to discuss Hubbard Palmer Co. Wm Koch plans a new restaurant building after completing an implement shed. Mrs A B Albee and sister Elizabeth Gore visited Mitchell, seeing their sister Corcoran before returning. Farmers Elevator Co directors met Monday afternoon. Sunday school plans a collection for the Children’s Home in Sioux Falls. Mrs R E Patterson and Mrs L A Gardner visited their mother early this week.
Auction notice for T. T. White acting as auctioneer. Sale includes seven head of horses, 25 cattle, 35 hogs and full blood Poland China boar, farm machinery such as McCormick mower, rake, plows, wagons, harness, and Sharples separator. Free lunch at noon. Terms: cash up to 10. over 10 by note due Oct 1, 19 8 with 10 percent interest. Location: northeast quarter of section 12, Lisbon Township, 8 miles west and miles south of Mitchell.
The undersigned will sell at public auction on the Joan Klenk iron place located 12 miles northeast of Mitchell and 8 miles north of Riverside section 5 Manson county on Tuesday Nov 19 beginning at 1 o clock p m The sale includes six head of horses four bay two black one gray one sorrel mare three wild cox s and three steers 41 head of hogs cultivator harrow corn planter set of work harness and double driving harness A noon lunch will be served Terms All sows of 10 and under cash Over 10 noted with notes bearing 100 percent interest due Nov 19 1908 2 percent discount for cash on sums over 10 Kirkendall and Hachel auctioneers M F Patton clerk W G Gorham proprietor
A short classified note urges posting a want ad to locate a cash buyer for excess home or office furniture no longer needed despite still usable condition.
The last teachers' examination for the year yielded certificates for fifty candidates, nine at second grade and the rest third. Many youths favor other work, while rising costs and housing burdens deter teaching. Davison County sends twelve teachers elsewhere for higher pay, and rural schools see districts in Blendon and Baker in session, with some small Baker schools closed temporarily. A series of all-day meetings showed strong teacher interest as Tobin No 18 gains L J Giddings at 50 a month, and Tobin No 21 employs Lottie Green at 50 a month in a growing rural school system.
Public auction announced by a renter moving to Mitchell. Sale on Thursday November 21 1907 at 10 o clock. Location 4 miles north and 4 west of Ethan and 7 miles south and 2 west of Mitchell. Items include 3 horses 15 cattle 9 brood sows 150 chickens farm machinery and 1000 other articles. Terms: cash for sums of 10 and under. On all sums over 10 percent.
Notice states a bid deadline of November 1, 1908 for a bankable security at 8 percent interest with a 2 percent cash discount. Auctioneer James E K Judge and clerk W S Snyder listed, Gust Johnson proprietor.
A reflection on handling a brother’s unjust actions by focusing on kinship and shared upbringing. It suggests choosing the handle that can be borne rather than the one tied to injustice, urging a constructive, familial approach to conflict.
A student quips Nero studied white Rome burned while Mr Growcber remarks that such focus beats the common habit of violinists practicing during quiet times. Washington Star note.
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