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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1906
Page
10
L O Gale funded and pushed a new theatre in Mitchell a 70 by 142 foot three story brick building praised for safety and beauty. The design features carved glass doors arched leaded windows and a lyre ornament over the proscenium with a 62 by 82 by 62 foot stage and 54 drop pieces of scenery.
A detailed description of a new theatre highlighting a wide commodious foyer, ladies and gentlemen rooms, balcony and gallery access, and a 1200 seat capacity. The article notes fine woodwork, leather seats in the parquet, ornate boxes, asbestos drop curtain, and 1000 plus electric lights. Heating and exit arrangements, wiring by L H Johns, and carpentry by G F Lary are mentioned.
The dedication ceremonies for St. Joseph's Hospital began Thursday at 10:30 in the morning. Bishop Thomas O Gorman arrived and was greeted by a reception committee. Mother Joseph of Aberdeen has led preparations, with patients not expected for three to four days. Interior work continues as the building shows brick construction and careful detailing. Mass was said in the chapel and a reception followed in the afternoon. An evening program at City Hall featured addresses by Bishop O Gorman and others, with music by Hermina Reihsen and a double quartet, and multiple speakers referencing the hospital’s readiness and aims.
The report notes leprosy exposure without infection, compares it to tuberculosis, and cites a Hawaiian convict’s inoculation as the only artificial case. It claims no cure exists and discusses diet myths, including fish taint and gender distribution, drawing on the New York Press.
Mitchell celebrated the Gale theatre dedication as Mayor of Tokio presided over a crowded opening night. The eight boxes filled and regional crowds from Aberdeen Sioux Falls Armour Mt. Vernon Parks ton Alexandria Emery Sioux City Salem attended the Wagnificent play house. The program featured Rathbun's orchestra and a comic opera starring John M. Kearney with Madge Lawrence as Betsy Lincoln and Will H. White as Kow Tow.
An inspector arrives at a Scottish jail and asks to see the governor. The officer reports the governor is away rushing. The inspector intends to see the prisoners. A puzzled reply reveals the governor and prisoner are both away with the bag being carried along.
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